Anti-Money Laundering

India to Display Foreign Asset Data in Taxpayer Statements

21/07/2026

The move aims to boost voluntary compliance by giving taxpayers access to information received under international automatic exchange of information agreements.

Payments & Settlements

Thailand Launches New Platform for Retail Government Bonds

21/07/2026

The new platform allows individuals to subscribe to government savings bonds through their securities accounts for the first time.

Trading & Investment

SEBI Extends SWP, STP Facility to Fund Holdings Held in Demat Form

21/07/2026

The move brings parity between demat and non-demat investors, allowing standing instructions for systematic withdrawals and transfers for dematerialised units.

Trading & Investment

IDX to Offer Access to Hong Kong Stocks via Futures

20/07/2026

The Indonesia Stock Exchange is finalising a deal with HKEX to list single-stock futures on firms like BYD and Tencent.

Payments & Settlements

India's GIFT City Draws Strong Interest for Corporate Treasuries

20/07/2026

Over 100 multinational firms are exploring treasury operations in India's financial hub, attracted by the tax breaks and regulatory environment.

Structural Regulation

Malaysia Passes Law to Overhaul National Trust Fund

20/07/2026

The new framework introduces mandatory government contributions, stricter withdrawal rules, and a detailed investment mandate for the country's MYR 22.43 billion intergenerational savings fund.

Structural Regulation

SEBI Simplifies Process for Claiming Mutual Fund Assets

20/07/2026

The new framework aims to ease the process for nominees and legal heirs by addressing common documentation and data mismatch issues.

Structural Regulation

Bangladesh to Merge Four Investment Agencies into Single Authority

20/07/2026

The new Invest Bangladesh Authority will consolidate the country's main investment bodies to create a single window for investors and streamline regulatory approvals.

Payments & Settlements

Taiwan Licenses First E-Payment Firm for Overseas Remittances

20/07/2026

O'Pay has been approved by the FSC to offer small-value remittances, opening a new channel for migrant workers.