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Structural Regulation
US Advances Bill That Could Force Closure of Hong Kong Trade Offices
13/09/2024
The Hong Kong government called the House bill a “politically driven” attack that violates international law and interferes with the city’s internal affairs.
Conduct, Culture & Accountability
China Requiring Investment Bankers to Hand In Passports – Report
13/09/2024
Three high-profile investment bankers have been detained since August, amid intensified scrutiny of IPOs and other capital-raising activity.
Cybersecurity
TWSE Suffers Russian DDoS Attack, But Recovers Quickly
13/09/2024
A pro-Russia hacker group targeted TWSE and other Taiwanese institutions with DDoS attacks in response to comments from President Lai Ching-de.
Structural Regulation
China Proposes Tighter Rules for Foreign Accounting Firms
12/09/2024
A separate approval process is being introduced for foreign accounting firms wishing to conduct “temporary activities” without a representative office.
Data Privacy
China Implements Standard Contract for Macau-GBA Data Flows
12/09/2024
Mainland and Macau authorities have released a new standard contract to promote cross-border mobility of personal data within the GBA.
PEPs & Sanctions
OFAC Sanctions Hezbollah Oil and LPG Smuggling Network
12/09/2024
The sanctions target a senior Hezbollah finance team official, two Lebanese businessmen and companies they operate, along with a shipping company and two vessels.
PEPs & Sanctions
US Says China Providing Direct Support to Russian Military
12/09/2024
US Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell said China is supplying items that are directly helping Russia’s military effort in Ukraine.
Supervision & Enforcement
China NFRA Revises Rules on Handling Criminal Cases Involving FIs
11/09/2024
The revised rules specify time limits for reporting and requirements for FIs to optimise case management and pursue individual accountability.
PEPs & Sanctions
Israeli National Pleads Guilty for Exporting Aircraft Parts to Russia
11/09/2024
Gal Haimovich exported US-made aircraft parts and avionics to Maldives and UAE intermediaries for ultimate delivery to Russian airline companies.
PEPs & Sanctions
US Authorities Arrest Man for Selling Laser Equipment to Russia
11/09/2024
The man allegedly sold laser equipment to a Russian citizen who then resold the goods to a subsidiary of Russian state nuclear company Rosatom.
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