PetroChina Unit First to Use New HK Re-domiciliation Law

24/10/2025

The move by the state-owned enterprise's subsidiary comes as Hong Kong reports strong interest in the streamlined corporate migration process.

Market Infrastructure

HK LegCo Panel Reviews Key Financial Reforms Amid Economic Headwinds

24/10/2025

A legislative report details discussions with regulators on key initiatives, including AI sandboxes, tokenised bonds, and deepening Mainland China market access.

AML / KYC

AUSTRAC, Pacific FIUs Deepen AML Push on Crypto, Child Exploitation

24/10/2025

A new intelligence guide and shared technology aim to help financial institutions detect emerging regional financial crime threats.

Crypto / Digital Assets

StanChart HK to Launch Crypto ETF Trading in November

24/10/2025

Standard Chartered’s move follows a survey showing that 75 percent of high-net-worth clients are interested in digital assets.

Securities / Derivatives

NZX Consults on Tailored Listing Rules for Co-operatives

23/10/2025

NZX’s proposed guidance clarifies potential waivers for rules on director independence and material transactions to provide greater flexibility and transparency.

Capital / Liquidity

APRA Proposes Flexible IRB Pathway to Boost Bank Competition

23/10/2025

APRA’s new framework offers a phased, more transparent process for internal ratings-based accreditation, responding to concerns from medium-sized banks.

Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong and Jiangsu Province Sign MoU to Boost Financial Ties

23/10/2025

The agreement aims to deepen cooperation in capital markets, private equity, fintech, and wealth management, connecting Jiangsu firms with Hong Kong’s international financial services.

Fintech / Regtech

Hong Kong Signals Further Listing Reforms, Eyes Tokenised ETFs

23/10/2025

Officials have outlined plans to further refine Hong Kong's listing rules and promote innovative products like tokenised ETFs.

Fintech / Regtech

Hong Kong to Bolster Support for eMPF Platform Following Complaints

23/10/2025

Authorities are doubling the eMPF Platform’s support staff and refining systems after users reported issues with contributions, registration, and customer service since its launch last year.