The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission just issued new guidance on business emissions claims to consumers. Here's what it means for risk leads, corporate counsel, and ESG compliance teams across Asia-Pacific.

1️⃣ Bank of Japan — Governor Press Conference on Policy and AI
The central bank head gave official remarks addressing monetary policy stances and AI risks across financial markets.
The regulatory update concerns financial investors, commercial bank heads, treasury teams, and market analysts tracking Japan.
Firms must track upcoming policy notes, central bank reports, and official operational news for guidance.

2️⃣ State Administration for Market Regulation — 15th Five-Year Plan for Ad Industry
Seven Chinese government bodies jointly issued key regulatory plans shaping ad industry rules through 2030.
The policy framework affects digital ad networks, online platforms, brand firms, ad agencies, and sponsors in China.
Firms must review ad text, digital ad tools, and buyer protection steps against national policy targets.

3️⃣ Fair Work Commission — New GenAI Requirements in Commission Cases
Australia's tribunal set mandatory operational rules on the disclosure and use of generative AI tools in workplace legal cases.
The order directly impacts legal counsel, employer reps, workplace leads, and HR staff filing evidence in tribunal disputes.
Firms must set internal controls, state AI use, and check factual details for all filings in labor cases.

4️⃣ Central Electricity Regulatory Commission — Draft Indian Electricity Grid Code Rules
India's power regulator issued proposed draft second amendment rules on central grid operations and transmission rules.
The draft hits power generator firms, regional grid utilities, system operators, and green energy builders.
Market teams should review technical terms, check grid compliance, and send formal comments during the official consultation.

5️⃣ Australian Competition and Consumer Commission — Guidance on Business Emissions Claims
The regulator published clear expectations on green corporate claims, climate targets, and greenwashing risks.
This regulatory update hits consumer firms, brand marketers, corporate legal teams, and ESG leads operating in Australia.
Firms must check marketing text, prove climate claims, and match public posts with official regulator standards.

Full analysis in the attached RegNext Daily Asia-Pacific Radar carousel.

— Elena Navarro · Managing Editor, RegNext
Daily Asia-Pacific Radar · Tuesday 20 Oct 2026
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