Markets & Infrastructure

Anti-Bribery & Corruption

China Revamps Integrity Rules for State-Owned Enterprise Leaders

By Mark Johnston | 24/03/2026

The revised regulations expand their scope to cover enterprises under ‘actual control’ and introduce a 'negative list' of prohibited behaviours.

Sustainable Finance

China Officials Detail Opening-Up Plans at Key Policy Forum

By Manesh Samtani | 24/03/2026

At the China Development Forum, officials outlined plans for capital account liberalisation, an active fiscal policy, and a greater role for Hong Kong as a green finance hub.

Trading & Investment

SHFE Finalises Rules for International Access to Nickel Contracts

By Mark Johnston | 24/03/2026

The SHFE has issued detailed rules for international participation in its nickel contracts, leveraging the established 'Overseas Intermediary' model.

Structural Regulation

SEBI Approves Rules for Foreign Funds, AIFs and Governance

By Nithya Subramanian | 24/03/2026

SEBI has approved net cash settlement for foreign investors and a new conflict of interest framework for its officials.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Singapore Remuneration Practices Lack Transparency: NUS Study

By Nithya Subramanian | 24/03/2026

A study by NUS finds poor disclosure on executive bonus policies, particularly at family-influenced firms, despite new transparency rules.

Structural Regulation

NZX Consults on New Market Halt Protocols Ahead of Index Futures Launch

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/03/2026

The consultation outlines specific quantitative thresholds for halting the cash market and introduces a new, more flexible set of protocols for derivatives.

PEPs & Sanctions

US Charges Three in $2.5bn Scheme to Divert AI Tech to China

By Nithya Subramanian | 24/03/2026

The indictment alleges executives and a broker used a Southeast Asian firm to bypass export controls on high-performance computer servers.

Structural Regulation

Australian Treasury Details Five-Pillar Agenda to Tackle Productivity Slump

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/03/2026

A new government submission details a multi-pronged strategy, including significant financial sector and digital reforms, to address Australia’s productivity weaknesses.

PEPs & Sanctions

US Treasury Issues Temporary Licence for Iranian Oil Cargoes

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/03/2026

OFAC is allowing sales of Iranian oil to proceed if already at sea, aiming to ease supply pressures while maintaining sanctions restrictions.