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Market Infrastructure
BNM Revises Regulatory Framework for Money Services Businesses
By Mark Johnston | 03/01/2022
The draft rules cover governance arrangements, operational requirements, risk management and internal controls, and IT requirements.
ESG / Sustainability
Malaysia, Thailand Launch Phase 2 of QR Payments Linkage
By Editors | 02/01/2022
Cross-border instant QR payments are now available for travellers between Malaysia and Thailand, including for online e-commerce transactions.
Market Infrastructure
FSC Korea Says LIBOR Transition Progressing Smoothly
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 31/12/2021
The CD rate has been actively replaced with Korea’s new RFR, known as KOFR, since its introduction on 25 November, the FSC said.
Market Infrastructure
MAS Unveils Initiatives to Open Access to China ETFs, Bonds
By Editors | 29/12/2021
SGX and SZSE have signed an MoU to establish an ‘ETF Connect’ mechanism. SGX is also in discussions with CFETS to establish bond market connectivity.
ESG / Sustainability
FSC Korea Sets Out Work Programme for 2022
By Mark Johnston | 29/12/2021
The work plan focuses on measures to maintain financial stability, reduce debt risks, promote financial innovation, and enhance the FSC’s rules on network security.
Market Infrastructure
Taiwan FSC Raises Cybersecurity Expectations in Capital Market
By Darien Choong | 28/12/2021
Securities and futures companies have to disclose more information on cyber incidents. Listed companies have to strengthen cybersecurity management.
Market Infrastructure
CBSL Issues Technology Risk Management Rules for Banks
By Duruthu E Chandrasekera | 28/12/2021
The rules require banks to establish an Information Security Committee, chaired by the CEO, to assess the strategic and operational management of the technology risk.
ESG / Sustainability
BNM Drafts New Rules on Climate Risk Management, Scenario Analysis
By Manesh Samtani | 28/12/2021
A gap analysis and implementation plans must be submitted to BNM within six months from the issuance of the final policy document, expected on 1 June 2022.
Market Infrastructure
Indonesian Regulators Publish LIBOR Transition Guide
By Editors | 28/12/2021
The guide recommends five steps for market participants with LIBOR exposures, to help them respond to and prepare for the transition.
Market Infrastructure
Hong Kong, Mainland Exchanges to Include ETFs in Stock Connect
By Editors | 28/12/2021
Eligible ETFs will be included in Stock Connect. Business and technical preparations are expected to take about six months to complete.
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