Markets & Infrastructure

Structural Regulation

Australia Consults on Amendments to Global Minimum Tax Rules

By Editors | 05/05/2026

The Treasury has released draft rules to align its Pillar Two implementation with recent OECD guidance, including extending transitional safe harbour provisions.

Structural Regulation

Hong Kong FSDC Proposes Launch of Insurance Competency Framework

By Editors | 05/05/2026

New paper outlines a blueprint to tackle talent shortages, proposing a new professional framework and pathways for mid-career entrants.

Emerging Prudential Risks

RBI Flags Private Credit Risks, Outlines Market Development Roadmap

By Nithya Subramanian | 05/05/2026

RBI identified key global risks and outlined a reform agenda focused on derivatives, market access, and transparency.

Payments & Settlements

China's CIPS Boom Driven by New Rules, Not Sanctions: Report

By Manesh Samtani | 05/05/2026

Natixis report finds that a recent surge in transactions on China's cross-border payment system is due to new rules and broader currency use, not sanctions evasion.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

China Requiring Brokers to Defer Larger Proportion of Bonuses

By Mark Johnston | 05/05/2026

Regulators have instructed securities firms to withhold a larger portion of performance pay for senior staff, amid a crackdown on excessive short-term incentives.

Trading & Investment

Taiwan Eases Fund Transfer Rules for Foreign Futures Traders

By Editors | 04/05/2026

Regulators have amended rules to streamline fund transfers for foreign investors, aiming to reduce costs and attract greater participation in the local futures market.

Alternative Markets

Korea Taps Major Banks for KRW 1tn Startup Push

By Editors | 04/05/2026

Regulators and five largest banking groups have unveiled a plan to provide KRW 1 trillion in financial support for the country’s venture ecosystem.

Payments & Settlements

Korea Amends Rules for Credit Finance, Card Merchant Onboarding

By Editors | 04/05/2026

New rules will permit non-face-to-face onboarding for card merchants and allow specialised credit finance companies to broker third-party products.

Structural Regulation

Taiwan Relaxes Application Rules for Opening New Bank Branches

By Mark Johnston | 04/05/2026

Regulators have outlined the financial benchmarks and policy incentives for financial institutions seeking to expand their domestic branch networks this year.