In a rapidly evolving global economy, sustainable finance has emerged as a critical driver for building robust and resilient capital markets. This panel will discuss how integrating sustainability into financial strategies is no longer optional, but essential for long-term market stability. Experts from corporate, financial, and policy sectors will explore how sustainability-linked financial products, such as SDG bonds, foster resilience in markets, and derisk investments but also promote long-term market strength. The discussion will also highlight how sustainable finance can enhance market transparency, support economic diversification, attract diverse investor bases, and drive sustainable growth across sectors.

As global attention to sustainability intensifies, corporate sustainable finance has emerged as a strategic imperative, not only for environmental and social responsibility but also for long-term financial resilience. This session will explore how companies can integrate sustainable finance into their core strategies, leverage innovative financial instruments like GSSS bonds (Green, Social, Sustainability, and Sustainability-Linked), and create impactful investment opportunities while giving investors further assurance on the impact of their investment through the use-of-proceed or sustainability-linked mechanisms.

The transition to a low-carbon, sustainable economy presents both opportunities and challenges for businesses, investors, and communities. A "just transition" ensures that the benefits of the shift to sustainability are shared widely while minimising the risks to workers, regions, and industries most affected by the economic restructuring.

Attendees will explore strategies for directing capital to support equitable and inclusive climate action, and discuss how public and private investment can drive social and environmental progress while ensuring that no community is left behind.