Markets & Infrastructure

    Structural Regulation

    Indian Government Revives Proposal to Merge State-Owned Insurers

    By Nithya Subramanian | 26/11/2025

    The government is reassessing the long-pending proposal as improved financials prompt a fresh push toward consolidating state-owned general insurers.

    Cryptocurrency

    Cambodia to Introduce Digital Asset and ESG Rules under $50M ADB Scheme

    By Mark Johnston | 26/11/2025

    New ADB financing will support a multi-phase overhaul of Cambodia’s regulatory frameworks, covering cryptocurrency, P2P lending and green finance.

    Structural Regulation

    SEBI Proposes Further Easing of Rules for 'Basic Services' Demat Accounts

    By Nithya Subramanian | 26/11/2025

    The consultation proposes revised valuation rules, quarterly eligibility checks and simpler consent mechanisms, aimed at reducing operational burdens.

    Structural Regulation

    Philippines, Cambodia Sign Pact on Capital Market Development

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/11/2025

    The agreement focuses on mutual assistance and cooperation in areas including regulatory supervision, fintech, and sustainable finance.

    Conduct, Culture & Accountability

    China’s State FIs Brace for New Caps on Compensation - Reports

    By Mark Johnston | 26/11/2025

    Industry insiders warn that new government guidelines to flatten pay structures at state-owned firms risk driving talent away.

    Clearing & Post-Trade

    CCP Global Calls for Broader Access to Central Bank Deposit Accounts

    By Mark Johnston | 25/11/2025

    Global clearing group urges regulators to grant PFMIs-compliant CCPs access to central bank deposit accounts to enhance financial stability.

    Trading & Investment

    Shenzhen Stock Exchange Streamlines Index Fund Listing Rules

    By Mark Johnston | 25/11/2025

    The Shenzhen Stock Exchange has revised its guidelines to simplify index fund development while tightening risk management and index quality standards.

    Payments & Settlements

    China Mandates Inclusion of Electronic Savings Bonds in Personal Pensions

    By Mark Johnston | 25/11/2025

    China's finance ministry establishes specific underwriting quotas and tripartite data reporting requirements for FIs ahead of the June launch.

    CBDCs

    China, UAE Deepen Financial Ties with CBDC Payment, System Interlinking

    By Mark Johnston | 25/11/2025

    The two nations launched the mBridge CBDC platform, linked instant payment systems, and introduced a co-branded prepaid card.

    Payments & Settlements

    Korea's FSC to Overhaul Rules on Credit Finance, Payment Gateways

    By Mark Johnston | 25/11/2025

    The FSC plans to ease rules for capital firms while imposing stricter oversight on card companies and payment gateways.

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