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Sanctions
US Says China Providing Direct Support to Russian Military
12/09/2024
US Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell said China is supplying items that are directly helping Russia’s military effort in Ukraine.
Enforcement
China NFRA Revises Rules on Handling Criminal Cases Involving FIs
11/09/2024
The revised rules specify time limits for reporting and requirements for FIs to optimise case management and pursue individual accountability.
Enforcement
Israeli National Pleads Guilty for Exporting Aircraft Parts to Russia
11/09/2024
Gal Haimovich exported US-made aircraft parts and avionics to Maldives and UAE intermediaries for ultimate delivery to Russian airline companies.
Enforcement
US Authorities Arrest Man for Selling Laser Equipment to Russia
11/09/2024
The man allegedly sold laser equipment to a Russian citizen who then resold the goods to a subsidiary of Russian state nuclear company Rosatom.
Sanctions
US, UK Sanction Iran Over Missile Delivery to Russia
11/09/2024
The UK, France and Germany will also cancel air services arrangements with Iran, restricting Iran Air’s ability to fly into the UK and Europe.
Securities / Derivatives
CSRC to Bar Departing Senior Officials from IPOs for 10 Years
10/09/2024
The prohibitions would apply to CSRC and stock exchange officials, as well as their parents, spouses, children, and children’s spouses.
China Loosens Foreign Investment Restrictions in Manufacturing, Healthcare
10/09/2024
China will pilot a programme to allow foreign investors to set up wholly-owned hospitals in Hainan province and eight cities including Beijing and Shanghai.
ESG / Sustainability
BIS, NGFS Developing Enhanced Climate Risk Data Platform
10/09/2024
The NGFS Data Directory 2.0 aims to enhance how the financial sector accesses and utilises climate risk data.
Capital / Liquidity
RBNZ Sheds Light on Conceptual Framework for Promoting Resilience
10/09/2024
Deputy Governor Christian Hawkesby described the framework used to promote financial stability while simultaneously fostering innovation and competition.
Korea FSS Starts Inspections of Debt Collection Practices
10/09/2024
On-site inspections will be conducted at 30 loan companies nationwide to assess whether they are using unlawful collection practices.
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