Markets & Infrastructure

Payments & Settlements

China to Expand Cross-Border Fund Rules, Deepen FX Reforms in 2026

By Mark Johnston | 08/01/2026

The FX regulator will roll out nationwide MNC cash pooling, expand banking reforms, and call for cheaper SME hedging products.

Structural Regulation

China Standardises Commercial Mediation with New Nationwide Regulation

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 08/01/2026

The new rules, effective from May 2026, create a national framework for mediation organisations and permit foreign bodies to operate in designated zones.

Payments & Settlements

Macau Upgrades RMB Liquidity Tools and Expands Bond Repo Access

By Mark Johnston | 07/01/2026

The Monetary Authority of Macau has introduced new swap facilities and bond repurchase measures following an expanded agreement with China’s central bank.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

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

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 07/01/2026

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

Trading & Investment

India Considers Tax Exemption for Sovereign Wealth Funds’ Equity Gains

By Nithya Subramanian | 07/01/2026

The proposal to extend tax exemptions to equity investments by SWFs and other long-term funds is expected to revive foreign inflows, following sharp portfolio outflows from Indian markets in 2025.

Structural Regulation

Japan's Securities Industry to Form Joint Venture for Back-Office Operations

By Mark Johnston | 07/01/2026

The new company, backed by the JSDA and major brokerages, aims to cut costs and ease the administrative burden for smaller firms.

Trading & Investment

Bursa Malaysia to Focus on Digital Strategy to Capture Young Investors

By Nithya Subramanian | 06/01/2026

The exchange is rolling out API services and a suite of low-cost, multi-asset products to attract the new generation of retail participants.

Structural Regulation

US Wins Exemption From Global Minimum Tax Rules

By Manesh Samtani | 06/01/2026

The OECD has finalised a deal exempting US multinationals from its 15% tax floor, impacting tax frameworks of participating APAC jurisdictions.

Payments & Settlements

Bangladesh Bank Mandates Daily Data Reporting for Payment Firms

By Editors | 06/01/2026

The central bank has issued a directive requiring all licensed payment service providers to submit comprehensive daily transaction data monthly.