Structural Regulation

Structural Regulation

Indonesia Plans Bali-Based International Financial Centre

By Editors | 07/05/2026

The government is in early discussions to develop the Kura Kura Bali Special Economic Zone into a financial hub managed by a special authority.

Structural Regulation

India Notifies Increase in Foreign Investment Limit for Insurers

By Nithya Subramanian | 07/05/2026

India’s Ministry of Finance has amended foreign exchange rules to permit 100 percent foreign direct investment in insurers and intermediaries via the automatic route.

Structural Regulation

KOFIA Creates New Council for Smaller Brokerages

By Mark Johnston | 07/05/2026

The move aims to address concerns that a widening revenue gap and a fee-based voting structure have concentrated influence among larger securities firms.

Payments & Settlements

CPMI Chair Urges National Action to Avert Payments Fragmentation

By Manesh Samtani | 06/05/2026

Fabio Panetta calls on jurisdictions to develop national action plans to fix cross-border payments, warning that geopolitical rivalry threatens to fragment the global system.

Structural Regulation

New Zealand Court Rules Against ANZ in Disclosure Breach Case

By Editors | 06/05/2026

The bank faces a potential NZD 125 million liability after the High Court found it breached consumer finance laws, despite the errors being minor.

Structural Regulation

BSEC to Take Action Over Lack of Women on Boards

By Editors | 06/05/2026

The securities regulator has set a 30 June 2026 deadline for listed firms to appoint at least one female independent director, threatening legal action for non-compliance.

Structural Regulation

Malaysia to Cease Commercial Operations of SC's Training Arm

By Editors | 06/05/2026

The SIDC will halt commercial activities after a review found its model unsustainable, though mandatory training and certification are set to continue.

Structural Regulation

Philippines SEC Consults on New Structured Warrants Framework

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 06/05/2026

The proposal outlines rules for the issuance, registration and trading of structured warrants, covering issuer eligibility, risk management, and investor protection.

KYC & CDD

India Notifies Investment Rules for Funds with Minority China Links

By Nithya Subramanian | 06/05/2026

The government has amended its foreign investment rules, relaxing approval requirements for overseas entities with limited beneficial ownership from neighbouring countries, effective 1 May 2026.