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Enforcement
Chinese Businessman Arrested in Vietnam Over $165m Fraud
12/05/2025
The businessman was apprehended in Vietnam and handed over to Chinese authorities after having fled China in 2023.
Korea Development Bank to Advance Vietnam Expansion
12/05/2025
After a six-year wait, KDB received a letter from SBV confirming that all the required document submissions have been completed.
Securities / Derivatives
SEBI Proposes Relaxed Co-Investment Norms for Alternative Investment Funds
12/05/2025
SEBI considers easing rules for AIF co-investments, enabling separate investment schemes and broader advisory services for managers.
ESG / Sustainability
HKMA Launches 2025 Green Fintech Competition
12/05/2025
The focus will be on five themes, including climate risk modelling, carbon market analytics, and sustainable investing, among others.
AML / KYC
Korea to Tighten ID Checks at Lenders to Combat Voice Phishing
12/05/2025
Specialised credit finance companies and larger loan businesses will be required to implement stricter identity verification
Market Infrastructure
Indian Banks on High Alert Amid Tensions With Pakistan
11/05/2025
Indian banks have been directed to bolster cybersecurity and protect the country’s digital payments infrastructure.
Securities / Derivatives
Taiwan FSC Eases Rules on Corporate Bond Conversions
11/05/2025
The amendments allow holders of convertible bonds and warrant bonds more flexibility to request conversion or subscription.
Capital / Liquidity
Chinese Banks Directed to Improve Services for Small, Micro Businesses
11/05/2025
NFRA is calling on lenders to enhance the quality of financial services provided to small and micro enterprises.
ESG / Sustainability
US Pushes BCBS to Scale Back Climate Risk Task Force
11/05/2025
US regulators are advocating for the BCBS Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Risks to be downgraded to a working group.
Market Infrastructure
ACCC Issues Draft Authorisation to Facilitate End of Cheque Use
09/05/2025
The ACCC proposes to authorise AusPayNet and APCS members to work together to facilitate the wind-down of Australia’s cheque system.
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