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    Market Infrastructure

    FSB Explores Impact of Data Regulation on Cross-border Payments

    14/12/2021

    The FSB seeks to better understand how data requirements relating to privacy, security, storage, sharing and retention impact cross-border payments.

    Market Infrastructure

    RBI to Require LEI Use in Large Cross-border Transactions

    14/12/2021

    From 1 October 2022, AD Cat-I Banks will have to obtain LEIs from resident entities undertaking capital or current account transactions of INR 500 million and above.

    Capital / Liquidity

    PBOC Raises Forex Reserve Requirement for Banks

    14/12/2021

    The move will force Chinese banks to more foreign currency at the central bank, and help to contain the renminbi’s appreciation.

    AML / KYC

    Parallel Myanmar Government Recognises Tether as Official Currency

    14/12/2021

    The pro-democracy National Unity Government has reportedly begun using Tether as a proxy for the US dollar to raise funds for a campaign to topple the military regime.

    ESG / Sustainability

    Thai SEC Consults on Disclosure Guidance for SRI Funds

    13/12/2021

    Disclosures should include an investment strategy that details the securities analysis and selection process and investment benchmarks used.

    Securities / Derivatives

    SEBI Seeks to Regulate Algo Trading by Retail Investors

    13/12/2021

    SEBI is concerned that investors are increasingly using unregulated third party applications and algorithms to automate decision-making and trading.

    Korea Extends Support for Key Industries Through Stabilisation Fund

    13/12/2021

    The regulator said financial support for key industries will be provided in the amount of KRW 10 trillion until end-December 2022.

    China to Enhance Asset Sale Transparency at State-owned FIs

    13/12/2021

    Assets transfers by state-owned financial institutions must be through open transactions, such as on trading venues, auctions, and competitive negotiations.

    ESG / Sustainability

    HK Bourse Finalises New Rules on Governance, Board Diversity

    13/12/2021

    Amended corporate governance code and listing rules will require firms to ensure board independence, refreshment, and diversity from 1 January 2022.

    ESG / Sustainability

    Malaysia to Introduce Mandatory TCFD-aligned Disclosures for FIs

    13/12/2021

    Guidance on climate risk management, scenario analysis and disclosures will be issued for consultation. Specialised training will be introduced in 2022.

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