Aigerim Kuanysh, Chief Associate of the International Cooperation and Sustainability Department at Kazakhstan Stock Exchange (KASE), explores how developing Kazakhstan's first Bond Market Guide under the Asian Development Bank's ABMF framework revealed valuable lessons about investor access, market transparency, and building a more globally accessible capital market.

Juan Pablo Córdoba, CEO of nuam, explores how shared technology, harmonised rules and greater cross-border collaboration are helping to connect the stock exchanges of Chile, Colombia and Peru.

Vidarsha Dharmasena, former Head of Sustainability at DFCC Bank PLC, Sri Lanka, sets out how exchanges can play a pivotal role in helping to translate climate and sustainability goals into credible, commercially viable and globally recognised instruments.

Aobakwe Aupa Monyatsi, CEO of Botswana Stock Exchange, outlines how stronger regional cooperation can create more connected capital markets, unlock investment opportunities and support sustainable economic growth.

Valdene Reddy, Chief Executive Officer of the JSE, explores why the next phase of transition finance must move beyond disclosure and focus on enabling investors to confidently allocate capital towards credible transition pathways.

Islam Abdel Azim Azzam, Chairman of the Egyptian Stock Exchange, tells us what has changed in the business over the past year and what he is looking forward to in 2026.

Tomasz Bardziłowski, President of the Warsaw Stock Exchange Management Board, tells us how record index levels, surging investor participation and an expanding ETF market made for an exceptional year.

Mr Luong Hai Sinh, Chairman of the Vietnam Exchange, outlines how the Exchange is piloting its Green Equity designation to channel capital into climate-aligned companies, strengthen market integrity, and support Vietnam’s transition to a low-carbon economy.

Adil Mukhamejanov, Chairman of the Kazakhstan Stock Exchange, talks about the milestones achieved in 2025 - from digital innovation to international recognition - and offers insights into the opportunities shaping its future development