In a groundbreaking move, the Singapore Sustainable Finance Association (SSFA) was inaugurated on January 24, marking the first cross-sectoral industry body committed to advancing Singapore as a global hub for sustainable finance. The association combines expertise from diverse sectors, including financial services, non-financial corporations, academia, non-governmental organizations, and industry bodies. At the launch ceremony, Chia Der Jiun, the newly appointed Managing Director of the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), emphasized the SSFA's potential to shape industry best practices. Key focus areas include carbon credit trading, transition finance, and overcoming barriers hindering sustainable project financing. The Singapore Sustainable Finance Association is...