Structural Regulation

HKMA Launches Digital Platform for Senior Management Approvals

13/05/2026

The new platform will streamline the appointment process for senior bank roles, with paper-based submissions to be discontinued from 1 October 2026.

Clearing & Post-Trade

RBI, ECB Sign Pact to Deepen Central Banking Cooperation

13/05/2026

The updated agreement aims to enhance policy dialogue and information exchange, and facilitate the European recognition of Indian clearing corporations.

Payments & Settlements

Malaysia, Indonesia Deepen Cooperation on Payments and Digitalisation

13/05/2026

The central banks have signed a new agreement to enhance collaboration on areas including payment systems, digitalisation, and financial stability.

Payments & Settlements

PBOC Drafts New Rules for Unified Bank Account System

13/05/2026

PBOC is seeking comment on draft rules for its new unified account management system, consolidating regulations and detailing data security requirements.

Structural Regulation

Taiwan FSC Mandates Centralised Reporting for Offshore Structured Products

13/05/2026

The regulator has designated a TDCC-operated platform for all reporting and requires issuers to disclose the platform's URL to investors.

Emerging Prudential Risks

China Puts Major Financial Legislation on 2026 Agenda

13/05/2026

The legislative plans signal a major focus on financial stability, market unification, and strengthening foreign-related and supply chain laws.

PEPs & Sanctions

Australia Sanctions Iranian Officials, Entities Over 'Brutal Oppression'

12/05/2026

Sanctions and travel bans have been imposed on seven individuals and four entities, including those linked to Iran’s shadow banking system.

Structural Regulation

Philippines SEC Launches Consolidated Digital Reference for Securities Rules

12/05/2026

The new digital resource consolidates two decades of regulatory updates into a single, user-friendly reference to enhance clarity and compliance.

Clearing & Post-Trade

Dhaka Stock Exchange Proposes T+1 Settlement, Flags Bank Merger Risks

12/05/2026

The DSE has asked BB to support a move to a T+1 settlement cycle and other reforms, while raising concerns over shareholder protection in a major bank merger.