FATCA Still a Taxing Issue for Asian FIs

18/05/2016

Compliance still an issue for Asian financial institutions despite the milestones reached.

Securities / Derivatives

ARFP Faces Tax, Political Challenges

10/05/2016

Singapore’s absence from passport can support progress on cross-border tax issues.

Securities / Derivatives

Talent Risk and Reward

04/05/2016

Three trends impacting APAC risk talent strategy

Market Infrastructure

Yangon Stock Exchange Starts Trading

27/04/2016

Myanmar exchange opens with single stock previously traded over-the-counter.

SGX Planning New Derivative Products

20/04/2016

Singapore Exchange aims to expand asset class mix as derivatives start to dominate business mix.

The Model Question: Internal or Standardised?

19/04/2016

Whether to pursue approval for internal models or adopt the standardised approach proposed by regulators is one of the key conundrums for banks today, particularly the major players in OTC markets.

AML / KYC

Revealed – Asian Institutions’ KYC Disconnect

11/04/2016

Divergent attitudes of staff at different organisational levels illustrate difficulties in implementing culture of compliance.

SFC Appoints New Head of Enforcement

24/03/2016

Thomas Atkinson to move from Ontario Securities Commission on 3-year term.

Market Infrastructure

Pakistan Introduces Non-bank Micro Finance Companies

24/03/2016

Securities and Exchange Commission revamps regulation to support microenterprises, financial inclusion.