SECURITIES / DERIVATIVES

Securities / Derivatives

Bangladesh Finalises Rules to Establish Clearing Corp

By Editors | 07/10/2015

The Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission has finalised draft rules to establish a separate company to perform clearing and settlement activities for both the bourses.

Securities / Derivatives

Malaysia Issues New Policy Document on Compliance

By Editors | 05/10/2015

Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has released new policy requirements on compliance for financial institutions which will come into effect on January 1, 2017.

Securities / Derivatives

Thailand Enhances Financial Reporting Ecosystem

By Editors | 05/10/2015

Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission has launched an initiative to enhance the sustainability of the financial reporting ecosystem.

Securities / Derivatives

Myanmar Central Bank Releases AML/CTF Guidelines

By Editors | 05/10/2015

The Central Bank of Myanmar has published risk management guidelines for anti-money laundering and counter terrorist financing at financial institutions.

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Thailand Boosts Capital Market Access with Innovation

By Editors | 28/09/2015

SEC wants to ensure regulatory framework of the Thai capital market does not impede new developments.

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Bangladesh Seeks Greater Capital Markets Accountability

By Editors | 26/09/2015

Bangladesh’s securities regulator has spoken out about upcoming rule amendments which will make stakeholders more accountable to investors.

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Thailand Consults on New Underwriting Rules

By Editors | 26/09/2015

Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission is seeking public comments on draft amendments to underwriting rules, which seek to promote flexibility and prevent conflicts of interest.

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Nepal Central Bank to Be Sole Banking Regulator

By Editors | 25/09/2015

Nepal Rastra Bank – the country’s central bank – will be the sole regulator for banks and financial institutions under the new constitution unveiled on Sunday.

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Malaysia Securities Laws Amendments Come Into Force

By Editors | 25/09/2015

The securities laws amendments will to facilitate innovative fundraising structures, enhance investor protection, clarify responsibilities of issuers and advisers, and expand supervisory powers.