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Trading & Investment
Shanghai INE Launches Bonded Copper Futures Contract
23/11/2020
The new bonded copper contract is the sixth commodities contract traded in China that is open to foreign investors. The launch was approved by the CSRC last month.
Structural Regulation
CSRC Seeks ‘Meaningful Dialogue’ with PCAOB on Audit Issues
23/11/2020
“We believe that with openness and professionalism, the two sides will certainly reach a consensus on a joint inspection scheme,” the CSRC said.
Sustainable Finance
Luxembourg, India Sign Three Market Cooperation Agreements
23/11/2020
An MOU between LuxSE and India INX will enable Indian issuers to dual-list green bonds in Luxembourg, thereby increasing their visibility and secondary market trading.
Trading & Investment
SEBI Directs Directs NSE to Triple Investor Protection Fund
23/11/2020
SEBI says it will review the adequacy of NSE’s investor protection fund on a half-yearly basis and that incremental contributions will be made “if required”.
Reporting & Disclosures
JPX Launches ‘Knowledge Hub’ to Promote ESG Investment, Disclosure
23/11/2020
The ESG Knowledge Hub provides information and guidance on ESG disclosure and investment from institutional investors, regulators, government and listed companies.
Capital Adequacy
HKMA Updates Rules for Banks’ Equity Investments in Funds
22/11/2020
The HKMA consulted on local implementation of the standard in January 2019. The new consultation contains amendments reflecting industry feedback.
KYC & CDD
South Pacific Nations Complete First Phase of KYC Facility Project
22/11/2020
The KYC facility will improve CDD processes and AML/CFT compliance, and support the provision of correspondent banking services to Pacific Island nations.
Structural Regulation
FSC Korea Set to Implement Financial Benchmark Act
22/11/2020
The FSC has enacted an enforcement decree setting out the requirements for benchmark administrators, contributors and users.
Conduct, Culture & Accountability
ASIC Orders Fund Manager to Stop Misleading Radio Advertising
22/11/2020
The stop order prohibits Skyring Funds Management from comparing its fixed income fund to bank-issued deposit products in advertising.
Structural Regulation
MAS Finalises New Rules for Insurers Managing Par Funds
22/11/2020
New requirements on how insurers offering participating insurance policies can charge expenses to Par funds will take effect on 1 January 2021.
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