Mark Johnston
Based in Singapore, Mark is an experienced journalist and editor with over a decade of experience reporting on technology and business trends throughout Asia. Mark got his start as an engineer, graduating from the UK's Queen's University of Belfast with a Master's degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering. As senior reporter for Regulation Asia, Mark focuses on regulatory changes impacting financial markets, with particular interest in fintech, cybersecurity and crypto markets.
Articles by Mark Johnston
China Allows Hong Kong and Macau Banks to Offer Card Services
24/02/2025
Mainland branches of Hong Kong and Macau banks will be permitted to offer card services to individual customers, government departments, and corporate clients.
Capital / Liquidity
China to Enhance Credit Supply for Private Enterprises
21/02/2025
NFRA seeks to enhance the credit supply and enhance support for small and micro private enterprises.
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ESG / Sustainability
China Releases Framework for Sovereign Green Bonds
21/02/2025
The framework will be used as one of China’s key tools to help it achieve peak carbon by 2030 and carbon neutrality by 2060.
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Market Infrastructure
FIA Seeks Longer Implementation Period for CSRC’s Algo Trading Rules
21/02/2025
FIA says firms would face operational hurdles or even scale back in China without sufficient preparation time.
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Capital / Liquidity
China to Promote Fair Competition for Private Sector Enterprises
21/02/2025
New measures will help private enterprises participate in national initiatives and enhance their access to key sectors and affordable financing
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Market Infrastructure
China to Ramp Up Cooperation with Gulf States: PBOC Governor
20/02/2025
Speaking in Saudi Arabia, the PBOC governor pledged cooperation on local currency settlement, payment systems, digital currency and AML.
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Big Picture
IOSCO Identifies Gaps in Market Surveillance Amid Technology Challenges
20/02/2025
IOSCO’s recent review shows progress by market authorities in tackling technological challenges, but some gaps remain.
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Fintech / Regtech
China Issues Guidelines for Personal Data Protection Compliance Audits
20/02/2025
China introduces mandatory compliance audits for entities handling personal data, aiming to enhance digital protection and security.
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Thailand to Ease Tax Rules on Overseas Income to Capital Inflows
19/02/2025
Thailand is considering easing personal income tax rules for overseas income to encourage repatriation, said a senior official.
Enforcement
Former Shanghai Exchange Official Facing Prosecution for ‘Corrupt Practices’
19/02/2025
Former deputy general manager of SSE was found to have frequently accepted expensive gifts and large sums of money.
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