Markets & Infrastructure

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Philippine Business Groups Demand Reforms at State Pension Fund GSIS

By Mark Johnston | 24/10/2025

Coalition urges new accountability and transparency standards for state-owned corporations following board conflict at state pension fund GSIS.

Trading & Investment

Malaysia’s Islamic Banks to Jointly Deepen Market Collaboration

By Nithya Subramanian | 24/10/2025

The agreements between the banks reinforce regulatory efforts to deepen interbank collaboration and enhance governance within the Islamic financial market.

Structural Regulation

NZX Consults on Tailored Listing Rules for Co-operatives

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/10/2025

NZX’s proposed guidance clarifies potential waivers for rules on director independence and material transactions to provide greater flexibility and transparency.

Structural Regulation

FSA Japan, ADB Sign Pact to Strengthen Financial Systems Across APAC

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/10/2025

The partnership aims to boost financial inclusion, deepen capital markets, and strengthen financial stability across Asia-Pacific.

Cybersecurity

Singapore Unveils Twin Quantum Security Frameworks for Consultation

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/10/2025

The CSA has proposed a national blueprint to help organisations secure critical systems and financial infrastructure ahead of the quantum era.

Trading & Investment

Hong Kong and Jiangsu Province Sign MoU to Boost Financial Ties

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/10/2025

The agreement aims to deepen cooperation in capital markets, private equity, fintech, and wealth management, connecting Jiangsu firms with Hong Kong’s international financial services.

Structural Regulation

Hong Kong Signals Further Listing Reforms, Eyes Tokenised ETFs

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/10/2025

Officials have outlined plans to further refine Hong Kong's listing rules and promote innovative products like tokenised ETFs.

Trading & Investment

Singapore to Unveil New Market Measures in November

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/10/2025

MAS will unveil new market and regulatory measures including expanded equity fund appointments and listing reforms to deepen liquidity and help listed companies unlock shareholder value.

Payments & Settlements

Hong Kong to Bolster Support for eMPF Platform Following Complaints

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/10/2025

Authorities are doubling the eMPF Platform’s support staff and refining systems after users reported issues with contributions, registration, and customer service since its launch last year.