Sustainable Finance

Philippine Stock Exchange Consults On Green Equity Label Rules

23/09/2026

The PSE has launched a consultation on proposed rules for a new green equity label to boost sustainable finance transparency.

Structural Regulation

Malaysia to Establish Connectivity Between TRX and Labuan IFCs

23/09/2026

MOU will connect Malaysia's two international financial centres and streamline cross-border business expansion.

Sustainable Finance

Thailand Issues Sustainability-Linked Bond With Biodiversity Targets

23/09/2026

The THB 25 billion issuance marks the first time an Asian sovereign has embedded biodiversity targets within a sustainability-linked financing framework.

Stablecoins

Kyobo Life and SBI Complete Japan-Korea Stablecoin Transfer Pilot

23/09/2026

South Korea's Kyobo Life Insurance and Japan's SBI Group have successfully tested a direct yen-to-won stablecoin cross-border transfer system.

Anti-Money Laundering

BSP Demands Stricter Merchant Vetting to Block Online Casinos

23/09/2026

The BSP is requiring digital payment providers to enhance merchant screening after uncovering thousands of illegal online casinos exploiting their platforms.

Payments & Settlements

Bangladesh’s Prime Bank Integrates with Singapore’s TradeTrust

23/09/2026

The bank will use the digital framework to support electronic trade documents, reducing reliance on physical paperwork and courier services.

KYC & CDD

Westpac NZ Becomes First Bank Accredited Under Digital Identity Framework

23/09/2026

Westpac NZ has secured government accreditation to issue digital ID credentials, aiming to reduce fraud and streamline verification.

Market Risk

Japan Bankers Association Urges Tax Reforms As Bond Yield Risks Rise

22/09/2026

The JBA has proposed sweeping tax reforms to support regional businesses, while warning that surging government bond yields could trigger industry write-downs.

Credit Risk

Thailand to Launch SME Credit Portal in December

22/09/2026

BOT will introduce a new online marketplace to connect small businesses with lenders and address declining credit access.