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Vietnam
On June 10, 2026, the Vietnam Chemical Agency(Vinachemia), Ministry of Industry and Trade) presided over the “Conference on Guiding the Implementation of the 2025 Law on Chemicals and Subordinate Legislation …
Global
On July 29, 2026, the Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHGP) announced that it will strengthen its collaboration with the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and move toward integrating their respective corporate …
China
On July 31, 2026, China’s Ministry of Ecology and Environment (MEE) issued an official announcement repealing 176 normative regulatory documents, including the Announcement on the Promulgation of the Administrative Measures …
Japan
On July 24, 2026, Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry(METI), Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare(MHLW), and Ministry of the Environment(MOE) jointly deliberated revisions to the screening evaluation associated …
Philippines
Philippines’ President Ferdinand has signed the Executive Order (EO) No. 121: Providing for the Electric Vehicle Incentive Strategy (EVIS) Program on July 29 2026, which was enforced immediately after its …
South Korea
On July 15, 2026, South Korea’s Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment (MCEE) announced proposed partial amendments to the Enforcement Decree and Enforcement Rules of the Clean Air Conservation Act. …
Japan
On July 31, 2026, Japan’s Ministry of the Environment (MOE) released a revised edition of the Guidelines for Green Purchasing Initiatives for Local Governments and newly issued the Guidelines for …
Global
International discussions and institutional preparations are advancing toward the implementation of the Global Framework on Chemicals (GFC), a global framework for chemical management. In May 2024, the Organisation for Economic …
China
On July 6, 2026, China’s Ministry of Ecology and Environment (MEE), together with the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), released the 15th Five-Year Plan for Ecological Environmental Monitoring. The …
South Korea
On July 14, 2026, South Korea’s Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment (MCEE) announced proposed amendments to the Public Notice on Standards for Average Energy Consumption Efficiency and Permissible Greenhouse …
Overview of India’s New Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (Central) Rules, 2026.
India
What is India’s New OSH rules 2026? The existing past 13 labour laws in India offered an unorganized way of compliance and created a lot of fragmentation in the system. …
Vietnam
On 19 May 2026, Ministry of Agriculture and Environment hereby issues Circular 22/2026/TT-BNNM, amending and supplementing certain circulars on the reduction, delegation of jurisdiction, and simplification of administrative procedures within …
Australia
The Australian Government announced on July 24, 2026, that it will discontinue the carbon neutral certification scheme administered through the Climate Active program. This decision reflects changes in policy direction, …
China
On July 6, 2026, China’s National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) and the National Energy Administration (NEA) jointly released the 15th Five-Year Plan for Renewable Energy Development.
The Hidden Pipeline – Illegal Waste Trafficking, Industrial Dumping, and the Regulatory Reform Thailand Urgently Needs
Thailand
On July 31, 2026, a 22-wheel truck was caught mid-operation dumping industrial waste into a private laterite pit in Sa Kaeo province. It was not an isolated incident. It was …
Japan
On July 31, 2026, Japan’s Ministry of the Environment released the Guidelines for Nature-Based Solutions (NbS), aimed at addressing social challenges by leveraging natural capital. Japan has already committed to …
Vietnam
On 30 June 2026, the Ministry of Industry and Trade issued Circular No. 33/2026/TT-BCT on the List of products and goods classified as medium-risk and high-risk falling under the state …
South Korea
South Korea’s Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment (MCEE) issued a preliminary administrative notice on June 26, 2026, regarding a proposed partial amendment to the Eco-label Target Products and Certification …
Vietnam
On July 9, 2026, the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, through the website of the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry, announced and sought public comments on the Draft Decree amending …
China
On July 22, 2026, China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) released the National Zero-Carbon Factory Construction Plan. Formulated to support China’s broader carbon peaking and carbon neutrality goals …
South Korea
On June 22, 2026, South Korea’s Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment (MCEE) issued an administrative notice of a proposed amendment to the Standards for Labeling Packaging Material and Structure …
South Korea
On June 30, 2026, the National Institute of Chemical Safety (NICS), an agency operating under South Korea’s Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment (MCEE), promulgated and brought into force industry-specific …
Singapore
On July 31, 2026, Singapore promulgated two legislative instruments related to the Hazardous Waste (Control of Export, Import and Transit) (Amendment) Regulations 2026. Under the new framework, notifications that had …
South Korea
On June 28, 2026, South Korea’s Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment (MCEE) announced that, effective July 1, 2026, it would prohibit the sale and distribution of unapproved biocidal products …
China
On July 13, 2026, administrative agencies including China’s Ministry of Ecology and Environment and the National Development and Reform Commission released the “15th Five-Year Plan for Soil, Groundwater, and Agriculture-Rural …
Indonesia
Indonesia’s Ministry of Environment issued and enforced the “Ministry of Environment Regulation No. 6/2026 on Supervision and Administrative Sanctions in the Environmental Sector” on June 15, 2026, replacing the previous …
South Korea
On July 15, 2026, South Korea’s Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment (MCEE) issued a preliminary administrative notice on a proposed partial amendment to the Guidelines on the Application and …
Vietnam
On 25 May 2026, the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment (MAE) issued Circular No. 24/2026/TT-BNNMT, providing detailed guidance for the implementation of selected provisions of Decree No. 110/2026/ND-CP, which elaborates …
*Taiwan
On July 20, 2026, Taiwan’s Ministry of Environment published draft amendments to the “Regulated Concerned Chemical Substances and Their Operational Management Matters.” The proposal announces the planned addition of six …
South Korea
On June 25, 2026, South Korea’s Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment (MCEE) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with six used-battery recycling companies and the Korea Environment Corporation to …
Australia
On July 30, 2026, Safe Work Australia (SWA) published “Guide for PCBUs: Air monitoring and the workplace exposure limits for airborne contaminants.” SWA provided this guidance in response to the …
China promotes the use of green energy
China
During 2025–2026, China intensively introduced a series of major policies centered on renewable electricity consumption and green energy usage. These policies cover key areas such as market-oriented electricity price reforms, …
Vietnam
On 29 April 2026, the Government issued Resolution No. 17/2026/NQ-CP on the reduction, decentralization, and simplification of administrative procedures and the reduction and simplification of business conditions under the management …
China
On July 8, 2026, China’s Ministry of Finance, State Taxation Administration, and Ministry of Ecology and Environment jointly issued the “Measures for the Implementation of the Pilot Project on Levying …
India
On 8 July 2026, India’s Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways notified the “Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Pollution by Harmful Substances Carried by Sea in Packaged Form) Rules, 2026” under …
Global
The Second Global Nature Positive Summit was held in Kumamoto City over two days, July 14 and 15, 2026. Organized by the Nature Positive Initiative and the Japan Committee for the …
India
On July 13, 2026, the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry of India, issued a notification amending the Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) 2023 …
Global
On July 14 and 15, 2026, the Second Global Nature Positive Summit was held in Kumamoto City, Japan. Organized by the Nature Positive Initiative (NPI) and the Japan Committee for …
*Taiwan
On July 6, 2026, Taiwan’s Ministry of Environment promulgated the amended public notice titled “Scope, Facility Installation, Standards, and Other Compliance Matters for Electrical and Electronic Equipment Sellers Required to …
Global
The Second Global Nature Positive Summit was held in Kumamoto City over two days, July 14 and 15, 2026. Organized by the Nature Positive Initiative and the Japan Committee for the …
Japan
On July 15, 2026, Japan’s Ministry of the Environment released the Guidelines for Nature-Positive Practices in Procurement during a side event at the Global Nature Positive Summit 2026. The guidelines …
China
On June 16, 2026, China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) released a draft revision of the recommended national standard Road Vehicles – Requirements for Restricted Hazardous Substances for …
Global
On July 14 and 15, 2026, the 2nd Global Nature Positive Summit was held in Kumamoto City. Panel discussions and speeches were conducted from various perspectives under the core theme …
Global
On July 14 and 15, 2026, the Second Global Nature Positive Summit was held in Kumamoto City, Japan. Organized by the Nature Positive Initiative (NPI) and the Japan Committee for …
China
On July 6, 2026, China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) published the draft recommended national standard Limits of hazardous substances in thermoplastic polyurethane for public comment. The public …
New Zealand
On July 29, 2026, the New Zealand Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) announced the launch of a public consultation on proposed amendments to the Graphic Materials Group Standard 2020. Submissions will …
Global
On July 14 and 15, 2026, the 2nd Global Nature Positive Summit was held in Kumamoto City. Co-hosted by the Nature Positive Initiative and the Japan Committee for the International …
*Taiwan
On July 15, 2026, the amended Waste Disposal Act was promulgated by presidential decree in Taiwan. This revision adds 10 new articles, repeals 3 articles, and amends 23 articles. Together …
China
On July 3, 2026, the Hainan Provincial People’s Government released the “15th Five-Year Plan” Hainan National Ecological Civilization Pilot Zone Plan (Beautiful Hainan Construction “15th Five-Year Plan” [2026–30]). Chapter 5, …
Philippines
On May 11, 2026, the Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) of the Philippine Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) issued DENR Administrative Order No. 2026-24: Additional List of Chemicals to …
Global
The Second Global Nature Positive Summit was held in Kumamoto City on July 14 and 15, 2026. The event was organized by the Nature Positive Initiative (NPI) and the Japan …
China
On June 30, 2026, the National Development and Reform Commission of China released the 15th Five-Year Plan for Circular Economy Development. Focusing on key sectors and crucial stages over the …
Vietnam
The Government has issued Resolution No. 66.16/2026/NQ-CP dated April 7, 2026, on the reduction and simplification of administrative procedures and regulations related to production and business activities, and Resolution No. …
Australia
On June 17, 2026, the Australian state of Queensland announced its new waste strategy, Less Landfill, More Recycling 2035. The strategy sets a goal to achieve a state-wide recycling rate …
China
China’s National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) has promulgated the Provisions for the Management of Registration, Notification, and Dossiers of New Cosmetic Ingredients. These Provisions will take effect on July 15, …
On-site Insights (Part 1): The 2nd Global Nature Positive Summit
Global
The Second Global Nature Positive Summit was held in Kumamoto City over two days, July 14 and 15, 2026. Organized by the Nature Positive Initiative and the Japan Committee for …
Philippines
On May 15, 2026, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) published the Explanatory Note on the Proposed Guidelines on the Adoption of the Philippine Financial Reporting Standards S1 and S2 …
Vietnam
On July 1, 2026, the Vietnam Chemical Agency of the Ministry of Industry and Trade requested all organizations and individuals with accounts in the Chemical Database to review all previously …
China
On July 5, 2026, China’s State Council released the 15th Five-Year Carbon Peaking Action Plan. This plan serves as a crucial strategic roadmap for the Chinese government to ensure the …
Indonesia
The Indonesian Ministry of Environment is drafting a bill to amend the current Ministry of Environment and Forestry Regulation No. 75/2019 on Waste Reduction Roadmap by Producers, as reported by …
*Taiwan
On July 1, 2026, Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs released a draft amendment to the Legal Inspection Requirements for Lithium-Ion Power Banks and Other Power Supply Equipment. Under this amendment, …
India
India’s Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) published a draft amendment on June 26, 2026, under the Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS) 2023, opening a 60-day public consultation …
China
On June 21, 2026, the State Council of China released the 15th Five-Year Plan for Building a “Beautiful China”. The plan sets numerical targets aimed to be achieved by 2030. …
Philippines
The Philippine Department of Energy (DOE) issued Department Circular No. DC2026-07-0016 on July 17, 2026, entitled “Prescribing Amendments to Department Circular No. DC2024-01-0001 Titled, ‘Providing a National Policy and General …
Vietnam
On May 20, 2026, the Ministry of Industry and Trade issued Circular No. 26/2026/TT-BCT, amending and supplementing certain regulations on the decentralization, reduction, and simplification of administrative procedures in sectors …
India
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) published Indian Standard IS 19685:2026, Sunscreen Cosmetics Products Specification, in March 2026. This standard applies to all leave-on sunscreen cosmetic products sold in the …
*Taiwan
On June 30, 2026, Taiwan’s Ministry of Environment announced amendments to the public notice Restrictions on the Manufacture, Import, and Sale of Dry Cell Batteries. This revision was formulated to …
Indonesia
The Indonesian Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources issued the Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Decree No. 212/2026 on the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards and Energy Conservation Labels for …
China
On June 5, 2026, China’s National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) and other relevant authorities promulgated the Implementation Measures for Minimum Share Targets for Renewable Energy Consumption and the Renewable …
Malaysia
The National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency (NPRA) of Malaysia issued a circular on July 6, 2026, to adopt the amendments to the ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (ACD) based on the 43rd ASEAN …
Thailand, When the Water Runs Short
Thailand
NOAA declared El Niño officially formed in June 2026. Thailand’s central-region reservoirs are already below the 30% critical threshold. With peak intensity forecast for November 2026~January 2027, the country is …
Singapore
According to a press release issued by Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower (MOM) on June 25, 2026, Stars Engrg Pte Ltd, a manufacturer of fire protection systems, was convicted in connection …
Japan
On March 31, 2026, Japan’s Ministry of the Environment (MOE) released the Action Plan for Building a Recycled‑Plastic Market for Automobiles. The plan aims to support Japan’s transition toward a …
China
On June 13, 2026, China’s National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) and other relevant authorities released the 15th Five-Year Plan for the Construction of a New Energy System. This plan …
*Taiwan
On June 26, 2026, Taiwan’s Ministry of Labor (MOL) promulgated the revised Enforcement Rules of the Occupational Safety and Health Act. The amended articles of these Enforcement Rules will take …
India
The Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi (GNCTD), issued a directive on June 23, 2026, published in the Delhi Gazette under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, to address …
Australia
On June 18, 2026, the Australian Government published the Industrial Chemicals Environmental Management (Register) Amendment (2026 Measures No. 1) Instrument 2026 on the Federal Register of Legislation. This amendment modifies …
China
On June 5, 2026, China’s National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) released a draft revision of the mandatory National Standard Toothpaste Specification (GB 22115-2008) to solicit public comments. The public comment …
China
On June 8, 2026, the Standardization Administration of China (SAC) released a draft revision of Technical Documentation for the Assessment of Electrical and Electronic Products with Respect to the Restriction …
Japan
On June 15, 2026, Japan’s Ministry of the Environment (MOE) launched a public consultation on the Draft Guidelines for Nature‑Positive—a document intended to guide businesses in conducting procurement that takes …
India
On June 25, 2026, India’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry published the Transition Facilitation (Quality Control) Order, 2026 along with its guidelines, which will remain in force for a period …
Indonesia
The Indonesian Food and Drug Authority (BPOM) published and enforced the Food and Drug Authority Regulation No. 11/2026 on Food Packaging Materials on June 30, 2026. This regulation, which replaced …
India
India’s Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi notified the Delhi Electric Vehicles Policy 2026 on June 30, 2026. This policy aims to promote the adoption of electric vehicles …
Indonesia
The Indonesian Ministry of Environment published and enforced the Ministry of Environment Regulation No. 5/2026 on the Protection and Management Plan of Air Quality on June 4, 2026. This regulation …
Vietnam
On May 25, 2026, the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment (MAE) released a draft decision establishing the list of sectors and facilities emitting greenhouse gases (GHG) that are required to …
Singapore
On June 29, 2026, Singapore promulgated the Hazardous Waste (Control of Export, Import and Transit) (Amendment) Regulations 2026. The regulations will come into force on August 1, 2026.
*Taiwan
On May 28, 2026, the Resource Circulation Administration (RCA) of Taiwan’s Ministry of Environment promulgated technical standards defining the “circularity characteristics” required when applying for the Recycling Mark for five …
China
From May 28 to 29, 2026, the Solid Waste and Chemicals Management Technology Center of the Chinese Ministry of Ecology and Environment (the competent authority supervising new chemical management, toxic …
Vietnam
On 14 May 2026, the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MOIT) issued Decision No. 1126/QD-BCT promulgating the Action Plan for the implementation of Directive No. 10/CT-TTg on strengthening electricity saving …
Malaysia
On July 1, 2026, the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) of Malaysia published the Draft of Industry Code of Practice on Managing Ergonomics Risk at Workplace and is …
Global
On June 22, 2026, the international non-profit organization CDP established the “CDP Earth-Positive Economics Advisory Board” with the aim of integrating corporate sustainability and resilience data into mainstream economic models …
China
From May 28 to 29, 2026, the Solid Waste and Chemicals Management Technology Center of the Chinese Ministry of Ecology and Environment (the competent authority supervising new chemical management, toxic …
*Taiwan
On June 22, 2026, Taiwan’s Ministry of Environment announced amendments to the Restrictions on the Import of Mercury-Containing Products. Formulated to align with the regulatory trends of the Minamata Convention …
China
On June 9, 2026, the Ministry of Emergency Management of China released two draft mandatory national standards for Smart Personal Protective Equipment (Smart PPE—Smart safety helmets and Smart PPE —Smart …
Global
In June 2026, The Biodiversity Consultancy (TBC), a biodiversity‑focused advisory organization, released a report outlining a practical approach for companies to assess their dependence on ecosystem services. The approach is …
India
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) of India announced on June 28, 2026, that the centralized online portal under the Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016 will be discontinued and all …
China
On June 17, 2026, the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) of Taiwan published a Q&A document concerning product energy efficiency labels and energy conservation labels on its official website. The …
China
On June 17, 2026, China’s Ministry of Ecology and Environment released China’s Progress Report on Responding to Climate Change 2025. The report summarizes China’s efforts and achievements in addressing climate …
*Taiwan
On June 24, 2026, the Chemical Substance Management Administration of Taiwan’s Ministry of Environment held a seminar regarding the proposed adjustments to the draft Regulated PFAS and Their Handling Management …
Thailand
On 9 June 2026, Thailand’s Department of Industrial Works (DIW) under the Ministry of Industry released the draft concept of the Ministerial Notification on the Preparation of Reports on the …
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