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Securities / Derivatives
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.
Securities / Derivatives
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.
ESG / Sustainability
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.
Securities / Derivatives
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”.
ESG / Sustainability
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 / Liquidity
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.
AML / KYC
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.
Market Infrastructure
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.
Enforcement
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.
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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