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.
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KYC & CDD
India Eases Director KYC Rules, Amends Corporate Framework
02/01/2026
The MCA has overhauled key rules, including a three-year cycle for director KYC and higher thresholds for small companies.
Capital Adequacy
RBI Eases Capital Norms for NBFC Infrastructure Loans
02/01/2026
New rules introduce lower risk weights for high-quality projects, tied to specific repayment thresholds and lender protection criteria.
Trading & Investment
Korea to Make Underwriters More Accountable for IPO Forecast Accuracy
02/01/2026
The new rules come after a review found nearly 80 percent of firms missed earnings projections made during their IPO process, prompting a push for greater accountability.
Credit Risk
Korea Extends Covid-Era Debt Relief Fund, Tightens Rules on Distressed Debt Sales
02/01/2026
The fund, launched to help individual debtors, will now run until the end of 2026 with new restrictions on selling certain restructured loans.
Anti-Money Laundering
Vietnam Revises Penalties Framework for Securities Rule Violations
02/01/2026
New rules introduce significantly higher penalties for private placement, information disclosure, and AML violations to enhance market integrity.
Trading & Investment
Beijing Stock Exchange Consults on New Private Placement Rules for Bonds
02/01/2026
The BSE has released draft rules for non-publicly offered corporate bonds, detailing listing, disclosure, and robust investor protection mechanisms.
PEPs & Sanctions
Taiwan Brokers to Stop Accepting Buy Orders of China Military Stocks
02/01/2026
The measure applies to stocks of companies on the US sanctions, including those traded via the Hong Kong Stock Connect programme.
Structural Regulation
Sri Lanka Eases Public Holding Rules for Listings via Introduction
02/01/2026
The SEC has introduced a phased compliance timeline to provide greater flexibility for companies listing on the CSE.
Capital Adequacy
India to Permit Banks to Sponsor National Pension System Funds
02/01/2026
The PFRDA has approved a framework for banks to manage pension assets and has revised management fees to boost competition.
Trading & Investment
New Investment Funds Law Takes Effect in Macau
02/01/2026
New law effective January 2026 introduces private funds, defines professional investors, and creates a streamlined notification process for offerings.
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