
Sanday Chongo Kabange is an experienced multimedia journalist and a contributor to Regulation Asia. He focuses on compliance, regulatory and legal issues for financial services.

Emerging Prudential Risks
Australia's Treasury Outlines Financial Regulation Priorities for 2026-27
26/08/2026
The plan focuses on financial system stability, digital transformation, and reforms to foreign investment and payment reporting frameworks amid ongoing uncertainty.

Reporting & Disclosures
New Zealand Launches Major Review of Accounting Standards Framework
26/08/2026
The XRB is seeking feedback on 15 key elements of its accounting framework ahead of a formal discussion paper in 2027.

Trading & Investment
Japan Considers Tax Breaks to Boost Retail JGB Buying
26/08/2026
The move aims to create a stable new buyer base for government debt as the BOJ scales back its significant holdings.

Climate Risk
Australia Issues Voluntary Guidance on Climate Transition Plans
25/08/2026
The Australian Treasury has released new voluntary guidance to help organisations develop climate transition plans, aligning with international best practices.

Reporting & Disclosures
Australia Consults on Reforms to Climate Reporting Framework
25/08/2026
The Treasury is seeking feedback on proposals to reduce the compliance burden of its new climate disclosure regime, including on assurance.

Trading & Investment
ASX Launches Australia's First Exchange-Traded Bond and Credit Index Futures
25/08/2026
ASX has launched new futures contracts based on key Bloomberg bond indices, offering institutional investors new tools for managing exposure and risk in Australia's fixed income market.

Trading & Investment
HKEX Gold Futures Contract Hits Record Physical Delivery
25/08/2026
The revitalised contract saw a record 145kg delivery in August, bolstering Hong Kong's ambition as a key regional bullion hub.

Structural Regulation
HKEX Extends Listing Application Window to 12 Months
24/08/2026
The move is a temporary three-year measure to manage a significant backlog of IPO applications and improve process efficiency without altering regulatory standards.

Structural Regulation
Australian Industry Bodies Back Overhaul of Financial Compensation Scheme
24/08/2026
The ABA, MFAA and CA ANZ have welcomed government reforms to the CSLR's funding model, alongside its crackdown on harmful financial advice.

Anti-Money Laundering
New Zealand DIA Releases Updated AML/CFT Guidance for Reporting Entities
24/08/2026
The DIA has published updated guidance and a summary reference document to support reporting entities with new legislative changes.
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