Sanday Chongo Kabange
Sanday Chongo Kabange is an experienced multimedia journalist and a contributor to Regulation Asia. He focuses on compliance, regulatory and legal issues for financial services.
Articles by Sanday Chongo Kabange
Sustainable Finance
Dhaka Stock Exchange to Explore Listing Framework for 'Orange' Bonds
17/02/2026
Partnership with IIX aims to create a dedicated category for thematic debt securities focused on gender and climate.
Trading & Investment
Korea Grants Preliminary Approvals to Fractional Investment Exchanges
17/02/2026
The FSC approved applications to operate OTC platforms for beneficiary certificates from the KDX consortium and the NXT Consortium.
Liquidity Risk
Philippines Central Bank to Cut Reserve Ratios, Overhaul Reporting
16/02/2026
New rules effective 27 February will reduce reserve requirements on certain liabilities and consolidate multiple reports into a single weekly submission for banks and quasi-banks.
Supervision & Enforcement
Australia: Wealth Platforms Stop Business with Sequoia's InterPrac
16/02/2026
BT, AMP, and CFS join Macquarie and Netwealth in ceasing new business from InterPrac following the collapse of the Shield and First Guardian funds.
Structural Regulation
HKEX Considers Expanding Channel for Confidential IPO Filings – Report
16/02/2026
HKEX may allow traditional sector firms to file listing applications privately in a bid to enhance its competitiveness as a global IPO hub.
Structural Regulation
Hong Kong AFRC Demands IPO Audit Data Amid Quality Concerns
16/02/2026
AFRC orders auditors to report on IPO engagements and resources, warning of 'heightened scrutiny' amid a surge in listings.
Clearing & Post-Trade
HKEX to Decommission Participant Gateway in Post-Trade Overhaul
16/02/2026
HKEX will phase out its legacy system by Q3 2027, mandating migration to new API and platform-based post-trade services.
Stablecoins
Japan FSA Gives Backing to Blockchain Securities PoC
16/02/2026
Nomura, Daiwa, and three megabanks will test settling stock and bond trades using blockchain and a jointly-issued stablecoin.
Reporting & Disclosures
Australia Proposes Mandatory Labels and Disclosures for Sustainable Funds
16/02/2026
The Treasury has launched a consultation on a new anti-greenwashing regime for investment products marketed as sustainable to protect retail investors.
Trading & Investment
HKEX Names First Middle East Head to Deepen Ties with Region
16/02/2026
HKEX has appointed a veteran banker to its new Riyadh office to spearhead its expansion and attract regional capital.
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