Structural Regulation

    Reporting on regulatory frameworks and rules governing market design, authorisation, and oversight of key financial market participants and infrastructures.

    Payments & Settlements

    Singapore Pools Ends Transaction Fees for All E-payment Options

    By Nithya Subramanian | 13/11/2025

    Singapore Pools will longer charge transaction fees for popular e-payment methods, including PayNow, FAST and eNETS, after concluding a review with banks and payment-system partners.

    Structural Regulation

    China Issues New Rules for Investment Consultation, Links Fees to Quality

    By Mark Johnston | 13/11/2025

    New measures effective 1 December mandate "assess first, decide later" principle and introduce strict penalties for poor-quality reports.

    Payments & Settlements

    RBI Recognises First SRO for Payment System Operators

    By Nithya Subramanian | 13/11/2025

    The RBI has granted recognition to the Self‑Regulated PSO Association (SRPA) as a self-regulatory organisation for payment system operators, aimed at strengthening oversight.

    Structural Regulation

    Taiwan FSC Proposes New Rules to Attract Foreign Bond Issuers

    By Mark Johnston | 13/11/2025

    Taiwan's FSC plans to expand eligibility for foreign FIs and special purpose vehicles to issue bonds, seeking to boost “Asia Innovation Capital” platform.

    Structural Regulation

    Taiwan FSC Revises Financial Holding Company Rules to Streamline M&A

    By Mark Johnston | 12/11/2025

    Taiwan FSC updates rules on ownership thresholds, governance, and disclosures to align with market practices and speed up consolidation.

    Trading & Investment

    Hong Kong Urged to Launch 'Commodity Connect' Scheme

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/11/2025

    The FSDC has outlined a strategy for Hong Kong to become a major commodities hub, focusing on physical trade and deeper mainland China integration.

    Structural Regulation

    India’s NSDL Launches Unified Platform for Foreign Investor Onboarding

    By Nithya Subramanian | 12/11/2025

    The unified portal combines FPI and FVCI registration, aimed at simplifying access for global investors to India’s capital markets.

    Trading & Investment

    BSEC Moves to Ban Closed-end Funds, Hike AMC Capital Requirements

    By Mark Johnston | 12/11/2025

    BSEC cited investor protection and a history of irregularities, while also proposing new capital and governance rules for asset managers.

    Structural Regulation

    India Drafts Blueprint to Revive Stalled Housing Projects

    By Nithya Subramanian | 12/11/2025

    The government is planning to set up an inter-ministerial committee to speed up competition of projects, strengthen insolvency resolution and restore homebuyer confidence.

    Tokenisation

    IOSCO Report Highlights Evolving Risks of Asset Tokenisation

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/11/2025

    IOSCO has found that adoption is limited and risks are evolving, urging regulators to apply existing principles to the market.

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