Anti-Money Laundering

Thailand Targets Lawyers, Accountants in Nominee Crackdown

26/05/2026

Thai authorities are tightening the screws on professional enablers, with a multi-agency taskforce now targeting lawyers and accountants suspected of facilitating illegal nominee structures.

Alternative Markets

Thailand's CMDF to Launch THB 1 Billion Private Equity Trust

26/05/2026

The fund will support growth-stage companies in key "new economy" sectors, building a pipeline for future IPOs and bolstering Thailand's capital market.

Payments & Settlements

Indonesia Expands Payment Links as Non-Dollar Trade Surges

26/05/2026

BI plans to connect its QRIS payment system to India, Hong Kong and Timor Leste, as local currency trade settlement volumes soar.

Capital Adequacy

Bangladesh Bank Appoints New Directors to Troubled ICB Islamic Bank

26/05/2026

The central bank has reconstituted the board of the financially distressed lender, appointing three independent directors to strengthen governance and oversight.

Vietnam Enacts New Rules to Ease Bank Liquidity Shortage

26/05/2026

The central bank will again allow lenders to include state treasury funds in liquidity calculations, easing severe funding pressures.

Credit Risk

Bangladesh Banks Urge Asset Seizures, Tax Cuts to Tackle Crisis

26/05/2026

The country's banking association has called for decisive action against major defaulters and proposed significant fiscal relief to address falling capital adequacy and restore confidence.

Reporting & Disclosures

Taiwan Regulator Issues New Guidance on IFRS S1, S2 Adoption

26/05/2026

The FSC is providing new guidance and workshops to help listed companies with the phased adoption of IFRS sustainability standards.

Trading & Investment

India to Explore Adding New Asset Classes to Pensions

26/05/2026

The PFRDA is seeking to improve returns and ensure stability for its growing National Pension System subscriber base by considering new investment avenues.

Trading & Investment

New Zealand Regulator Selects Marex for OTC Electricity Platform

26/05/2026

New Zealand’s Electricity Authority has appointed Marex to launch an over-the-counter trading platform to enhance transparency and liquidity in the electricity derivatives market.