Markets & Infrastructure

Trading & Investment

Bursa Malaysia Announces Collaboration to Facilitate ETF Listings

By Editors | 30/05/2025

The initiative aims to facilitate the listing of foreign-underlying ETFs on Bursa Malaysia and broaden the options available to Malaysian investors.

Clearing & Post-Trade

FSC Korea Says KOFR Promotion Plan is On Track

By Manesh Samtani | 30/05/2025

Shinhan and Kookmin issued KOFR-linked floating-rate bonds for the first time in May. The central clearing system for KOFR swaps is on track for launch in October.

Structural Regulation

New Zealand FMA Seeks Feedback on Streamlining Licence Conditions

By Editors | 30/05/2025

The consultation seeks feedback from industry participants on potential overlap, areas for clarification, and the ongoing relevance of existing conditions.

Structural Regulation

Bursa Malaysia Proposes Listing Rule Changes to Enhance Transparency

By Editors | 30/05/2025

Proposed amendments aim to enhance transparency in corporate distress situations and improve business efficacy for minor joint ventures.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Singapore Appoints Committee to Review Corporate Governance Code

By Editors | 30/05/2025

Committee to examine board independence, diversity, and sustainability disclosures, ensuring Singapore remains a trusted global financial hub.

Cloud & Infrastructure

PayNet, FAOM Partner to Develop Fintech Hub in Malaysia

By Nithya Subramanian | 30/05/2025

PayNet and the Fintech Association will collaborate to promote regulatory engagement, regional collaboration, and expanded market access for Malaysian fintechs.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Korea Whistleblower System is Enhancing Accounting Transparency: FSC

By Editors | 30/05/2025

Incentives and increased reporting have led to greater detection of accounting irregularities, and heavy penalties against wrongdoers.

Structural Regulation

Hong Kong Passes Bill to Implement Global Minimum Tax

By Editors | 30/05/2025

The new legislation will ensure that large multinational enterprises pay a minimum tax rate of 15% in Hong Kong from 2025.

Alternative Markets

Hong Kong MPFA Includes PE Funds as Permissible Investments

By Editors | 30/05/2025

The move is expected to encourage private equity funds to raise capital in Hong Kong and expand the city’s role as a hub for alternative investments.