Nithya Subramanian
Nithya Subramanian, a deputy editor at Regulation Asia, has wide experience covering the financial sector in India and Singapore. She has written extensively about wealth management, capital markets and insurance sectors tracking policy and corporate developments. Researching and writing about the South Asian diaspora settled in Singapore and the region is another area of interest. She has a post-graduate degree in English literature. Reach out to her at nithya@regulationasia.com
Articles by Nithya Subramanian
Capital / Liquidity
Bangladesh Bank Eases Profit Repatriation Rules for Foreign Investors
11/03/2026
The new rules empower AD banks to process share transfers and remit proceeds for non-resident investors in unlisted companies, part of efforts to streamline foreign investment procedures.
Securities / Derivatives
India Eases Investment Curbs on Neighbours, Opening Door to China
11/03/2026
The new rules allow up to 10 percent stake purchases without prior approval and introduce a 60-day clearance timeline for larger investments.
Securities / Derivatives
SGX to Launch Asian Government Bond Futures Amid Geopolitical Turmoil
11/03/2026
The new derivatives will cover bonds from India and four South-east Asian nations, offering hedging tools amid rising geopolitical and interest-rate risks.
Securities / Derivatives
Korea Tightens Oversight of PE Fund Managers with New Internal Controls
11/03/2026
The FSS and industry group have introduced a self-regulation framework to strengthen ethics, governance and investor protection in the PEF sector.
Securities / Derivatives
Singapore to List Physical Gold ETF on SGX After Two Decades
11/03/2026
Lion Global Investors has launched gold-backed ETF tracking LBMA benchmark, giving investors cost-efficient exposure to physically vaulted bullion.
AML / KYC
Pakistan Launches Digital Registry to Identify Company UBOs
11/03/2026
The new platform strengthens corporate transparency, AML oversight and regulatory monitoring of company ownership structures, aligning with international standards.
Capital / Liquidity
Malaysia Launches Consumer Credit Commission, Appoints Executive Chairman
10/03/2026
The new regulator will begin oversight of non-bank lenders and BNPL providers under the Consumer Credit Act 2025 to strengthen consumer protection.
ESG / Sustainability
Korea Launching Near-Term Climate Stress Test for FIs
10/03/2026
The joint exercise by the FSS, BOK and KMA will focus on climate-related financial shocks that could materialise within five years.
Securities / Derivatives
SC Malaysia Unveils Capital Market Masterplan 2026-2030
10/03/2026
The five-year blueprint aims to significantly grow the market, enhance inclusivity, and position Malaysia as a sustainable and regional financial hub.
AML / KYC
Singapore Police Arrests Capital Asia Directors, Freezes S$160m in AML Probe
10/03/2026
A joint operation by the police and MAS was initiated after receiving information about possible unlawful activities by the company.
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