AML / KYC

Korea, Cambodia Sign Tax Info-Sharing Agreement to Fight Transnational Crime

07/01/2026

The agreement focuses on strengthening information exchange to combat illegal fund transfers linked to transnational crimes and offshore tax evasion.

Capital / Liquidity

Korea Orders Banks to Bolster Debt Relief Notices, Dormant Asset Refunds

07/01/2026

The FSS will require lenders to issue separate debt adjustment notices and will publish firms' performance on returning dormant assets.

Enforcement

Hong Kong Jails Ex-HSBC Banker Over Account Opening Bribery Scheme

07/01/2026

The former banker and an intermediary were sentenced to six months' imprisonment for a conspiracy involving over CNY 13,000 in bribes to open accounts.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Indonesia Finalises Sweeping Crypto Data Reporting Rules for 2026

06/01/2026

Indonesia’s new regulation implements global CARF and amended CRS standards while creating a parallel, broad-reaching domestic reporting regime for tax purposes.

Securities / Derivatives

Taiwan to Permit Securities Firms to Offer Non-Discretionary Offshore Loans

06/01/2026

The new rules aim to boost Taiwan's ambitions as an Asian asset management centre by offering more financing options to offshore clients.

ESG / Sustainability

China Unveils Green Consumption Plan with Directives for Financial Sector

06/01/2026

New multi-agency notice encourages FIs to increase credit support, innovate products, and back green infrastructure projects.

Crypto / Digital Assets

SFC Fines Saxo Capital Markets Over Virtual Asset Product Control Failures

06/01/2026

The SFC cites multi-year breaches in client suitability, due diligence, and platform controls for products improperly offered to retail investors.

ESG / Sustainability

India Eases Director KYC Rules, Amends Corporate Framework

02/01/2026

The MCA has overhauled key rules, including a three-year cycle for director KYC and higher thresholds for small companies.

Capital / Liquidity

RBI Eases Capital Norms for NBFC Infrastructure Loans

02/01/2026

New rules introduce lower risk weights for high-quality projects, tied to specific repayment thresholds and lender protection criteria.