We are honoured to have Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton confirmed to keynote the event, which centres around one of his key priorities of communicating the message that national resilience / homeland defence needs a whole of society approach. The interest is in what needs to happen to take …

Background:In this webinar, Dr. Jin Park, Research Fellow at the Busan Development Institute, will discuss “Advancing Busan as a Leading Digital Finance Hub,” sharing policy insights and strategies to position Busan as a competitive digital finance center. Prof. Chaehyun Kim, Assistant Professor at Pukyong National University, will present “From Port …

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Background: Population health is rapidly emerging as a financially material issue for institutional investors, yet it remains significantly underdeveloped compared to climate change and diversity, equity and inclusion in mainstream investment practice. This session presents findings from Investor Action on Health: A Review (Northeastern University / Health Foundation, February 2026), …

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Fossil fuel price shocks in recent years, first with Russia's invasion of Ukraine and now the Iran conflict's closure of the Strait of Hormuz, have fundamentally reframed the investment case for the net-zero transition. Energy security and climate resilience are rapidly converging issues, yet capital is still not flowing fast …

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The sixteenth Cityforum Cyber Security Summit agenda will centre around evolving cyber threats and the impact on our critical national infrastructure (CNI) – Meeting the urgent security needs of CNI sectors.Themes for the day look at:What constitutes our CNI and what challenges do we face in protecting it?How are threats …

The Global Financial Centres Index has been tracking the development of the world’s financial centres since 2007 and is the authoritative guide to financial centre success.During a Symposium on the Future of Global Financial Centres in Busan, South Korea, Z/Yen will formally launch the 40th edition of the index.

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Background: The eighteenth edition of the China Construction Bank Global Green Finance Index provides the world’s most authoritative measure of the performance of financial centres in delivering green finance services.The report, assembled by combining the views of financial professionals from around the world, with quantitative data commissioned and curated from …

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In this webinar, we launch the fourteenth edition of the Smart Centres Index (SCI 14). The SCI is designed to track the development of technology and financial centres across the world in their support for and readiness for new technology applications.Investors, entrepreneurs, scientists, media, academics, governments, and regulators can attune …

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The Global Financial Centres Index has been tracking the development of the world’s financial centres since 2007 and is the authoritative guide to financial centre success.In this webinar, Z/Yen will formally launch the 41st edition of the index.Programme:09:00 Introduction & Welcome – TBC09:05 Opening Remarks09:15 GFCI 39 Results - Mike …

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Background: The nineteenth edition of the China Construction Bank Global Green Finance Index provides the world’s most authoritative measure of the performance of financial centres in delivering green finance services.The report, assembled by combining the views of financial professionals from around the world, with quantitative data commissioned and curated from …

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We will walk through the hidden and secret gardens which tell the story of the City of London.Including:A herbal garden associated with the Barber SurgeonsA wild field beside the Roman WallA park in the centre of the City dedicated to everyday heroesFlowers and shrubs flourishing around a destroyed church and …

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The seventeenth edition of the China Construction Bank Global Green Finance Index (CCB GGFI 17) was published on 23 April 2026. CCB GGFI 17 evaluates green finance offerings from 92 major financial centres around the world. The GGFI serves as a valuable reference into the development of green finance for …

The thirty-ninth edition of the Global Financial Centres Index (GFCI 39) was published on 26 March 2026. GFCI 39 provides evaluations of future competitiveness and rankings for 120 financial centres around the world. The GFCI serves as a valuable reference for policy and investment decision-makers.China Development Institute (CDI) in Shenzhen …

The Global Financial Centres Index is produced in partnership with the China Development Institute. We are very grateful to our colleagues at the Institute for their support and their assistance in translation of the GFCI 39 Report into Chinese.

The Z/Yen Group today released a publication titled “The Role of Finance in Addressing Sustainable Development” as commissioned by the Financial Services Development Council (FSDC).The global financial system is evolving from a passive allocator of capital to an active force shaping growth pathways that foster resilience and inclusion. Global financing …

We are pleased to present a short update on the progress being made in the Busan Finance Center (BFC). BFC is a member of Z/Yen’s Vantage Financial Centres network. The aim of this update is to provide readers with news about the progress being made by the city of Busan.Since …

Dr. Paul Lei, Chairman of the Taiwan Academy of Banking and Finance (TABF), recently led a delegation to the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Los Angeles, where the team held discussions with Director General Amino Chi on regional economic developments across Southern California, Arizona, and New Mexico. The exchange focused on evolving regional economic trends and the broader implications for Taiwan’s financial sector. In an increasingly dynamic global environment, maintaining close engagement with international developments remains essential for strengthening institutional resilience and strategic foresight. TABF values opportunities to engage with overseas representatives and diplomatic professionals, whose frontline perspectives contribute meaningfully to enhancing global awareness and cross-border insight within Taiwan’s financial community. TABF will continue to deepen international dialogue and cooperation, supporting Taiwan’s financial sector in strengthening its global

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Mauritius has adhered to the IMF’s Special Data Dissemination Standard (SDDS) Plus effective 16 March 2026, the highest tier of the IMF’s Data Standards Initiatives. Mauritius is the first country in Africa and the 32nd country worldwide to have accomplished this landmark achievement in data transparency. By adhering to the IMF SDDS Plus, Mauritius commits to meeting the most rigorous requirements for disseminating key macroeconomic and financial statistics. This step reinforces Mauritius’ dedication to publishing comprehensive, reliable, and timely data. Robust data coverage and enhanced data transparency further improve economic policy making and analysis as well as reinforce the credibility of Mauritius on the international capital markets, as affirmed by the IMF.

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Over the past decade, Kazakhstan’s capital markets have become increasingly accessible to households and retail investors. Report provides an integrated overview of the current state of retail investing in Kazakhstan. It examines how individuals engage with local capital markets through major exchanges and intermediaries, and how landmark IPOs and new products have shaped this engagement.

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Busan is rapidly advancing its position as a leading global financial center, reinforcing both its industrial depth and institutional foundations. New firms specializing in digital finance, maritime finance, and innovative financial services have recently moved into the Busan International Finance Center (BIFC). The city has also confirmed the opening of a new international maritime and commercial court. A key milestone is that the onboarding of five prominent firms into D-Space, the financial innovation hub on the 63rd floor of BIFC, was confirmed in March. The new tenants are the KDX consortium, DB Securities, Waterline Partners, Clarksons Korea, and Synergy IB Investment, and they are scheduled to move in during 2026. This development indicates that Busan is broadening its financial base beyond its traditional functions into areas such as digital assets, tokenized securities (STO), startup investment, and maritime asset management.

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focused on AI strategy, governance and oversight - and for financial services organisations, the timing couldn't be more relevant. As regulators and boards increasingly demand demonstrable AI literacy at a leadership level, these units offer a direct, funded route to close that gap quickly. Endorsed by Skills England and available through the Growth and Skills Levy, they're designed to upskill leaders fast - without the commitment of a full apprenticeship programme. If your organisation is looking to build AI capability at a senior level, we'd love to hear from you - get in touch at apprenticeships@nulondon.ac.uk.

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The Taiwan Academy of Banking and Finance (TABF) and the Taiwan–Paraguay Polytechnic University (UPTP) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen cooperation in financial talent development, digital finance, and institutional capacity building. The agreement was signed on 8 May in Taipei by Dr. Yi-Cheng Kao, President of TABF, and Rector Jorge Duarte Rolón of UPTP, in the presence of H.E. President Santiago Peña of Paraguay and Taiwan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Chia-Lung Lin. The participation of senior government leaders reflects the growing importance of financial capability development as a pillar of economic cooperation between Taiwan and Paraguay. The partnership establishes a framework for collaboration in areas including fintech innovation, cybersecurity, digital finance education, and financial risk resilience. Through knowledge exchange, professional training, and digital learning initiatives, the two institutions aim to support the development of

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under the theme “Beyond the Exchange, Behind the World’s AI.” As the world’s fifth-largest capital market, the TWSE aims to bridge global capital with Taiwan’s robust AI ecosystem, where 81% of its market capitalization resides in tech-related sectors. The Taiwan Stock Exchange has received the honor of the “ETF Exchange of the Year in Asia-Pacific” at the 2026 Asia Asset Management ETF Awards. This prestigious recognition underscores the TWSE’s exceptional performance, highlighted by robust growth in the number of listed ETFs, assets under management, and trading volume. The Taiwan Stock Exchange (TWSE) and Taipei Exchange (TPEx) have launched the Green Stock Designations to drive corporate green transition. Aligned with the WFE’s Green Equity Principles and the FSC’s action plan, the initiative awards Level 1 or Level 2 designations to listed companies (excluding financial/insurance sectors) based on their proportion of annual revenue classified as either Dark Green or Light green re

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Bridgeworks signed the Armed Forces Covenant aboard HMS Victory, strengthening its commitment to veterans, reservists, serving personnel and military families. The WAN acceleration specialists signed the covenant on April 14. David Trossell, chief executive of Bridgeworks, said: “Signing the Armed Forces Covenant aboard HMS Victory, in Lord Nelson’s cabin, was a powerful reminder that behind every system and every mission are people who choose to serve. “Our commitment is simple: we will respect that service, we will support those individuals and their families, and we will ensure that the skills they bring are recognised as a strategic advantage, not just for Bridgeworks, but for the security of the UK.”

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The China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) is the world's largest trade exhibition, held biannually in Guangzhou. Renowned as the "Barometer of China's Foreign Trade," this delegation offers participants direct access to global suppliers, buyers, and industry trends across consumer goods, electronics, and machinery.

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