Markets & Infrastructure

Structural Regulation

Bursa Malaysia to Absorb Derivatives Levy Under New SC Fee Structure

By Nithya Subramanian | 08/01/2026

The exchange will pay a MYR 28 million fixed annual fee and absorb a new derivatives levy under a capped, multi-year agreement.

Payments & Settlements

Taiwan Boosts Forex Transparency with Quarterly Reports as Reserves Rebound

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 08/01/2026

The central bank will align with global standards after a US agreement, as December forex reserves climb back above US$600bn despite capital outflows.

Trading & Investment

JPMorgan, DBS Secure China Interbank Bond Underwriting Licence

By Mark Johnston | 08/01/2026

The US bank is one of two foreign lenders granted a general lead underwriting licence for corporate bonds in China.

Structural Regulation

Cambodia Boosts Audit Quality, Trust Sector Governance with New Rules

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 08/01/2026

Six new proclamations target audit quality, financial reporting, and establish a dispute resolution mechanism for the fast-growing trust sector.

Structural Regulation

Taiwan Eases Rules for Asset Managers to Boost Hub Ambitions

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 08/01/2026

The FSC has relaxed the ‘primary position’ rule and offers incentives to foreign firms setting up regional centres to attract talent.

Tokenisation

KRX, Nextrade Tipped to Win New STO Licences in Korea

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 08/01/2026

The FSC's sub-committee has reportedly selected the two groups to run the new OTC exchanges, but the regulator says a final decision is still pending.

Structural Regulation

Japan Seeks Powers to Unwind Foreign Deals Deemed Security Risks

By Nithya Subramanian | 08/01/2026

Proposed amendments to Japan’s foreign investment screening regime would allow regulators to order divestments after transactions close.

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.