Structural Regulation

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

    Structural Regulation

    India Unveils New Framework Allowing Bespoke Pension Plans

    By Nithya Subramanian | 18/09/2025

    The pension regulator will let fund managers design tailor-made schemes under the National Pension System, giving subscribers more choice and flexibility in retirement planning.

    Structural Regulation

    Vietnam Minister Details Reform Progress in London Push for Market Upgrade

    By Editors | 18/09/2025

    Finance Minister Nguyen Van Thang met with LSE and FTSE Russell executives to promote reforms aimed at securing emerging market status.

    Reporting & Disclosures

    SGX RegCo Urges REITs to Unlock Value, Brace for Stricter Climate Rules

    By Nithya Subramanian | 18/09/2025

    SGX RegCo will move towards a disclosure-based regime while tightening climate reporting standards, said Tan Boon Gin.

    Tokenisation

    Hong Kong Unveils Sweeping Financial Reforms to Boost Hub Status

    By Manesh Samtani | 18/09/2025

    Chief Executive John Lee's policy address focused on digital assets, RMB internationalisation, and wealth management to reinforce Hong Kong's role as a global financial centre.

    PEPs & Sanctions

    China Drafts New Rules to Tighten Dual-Use Export Licensing

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 17/09/2025

    The proposed measures from the MOFCOM would introduce stricter 'one licence, one declaration' rules and clarify penalties for violations.

    Structural Regulation

    Shenzhen Scraps Home Purchase Limits to Revive Market

    By Mark Johnston | 17/09/2025

    The southern Chinese technology hub has removed caps on home acquisitions in most areas and eased mortgage rules, following similar moves in Beijing and Shanghai to stabilise the property sector.

    Trading & Investment

    SHFE Launches New Commodity Derivatives, Expands Foreign Access

    By Editors | 17/09/2025

    The move opens bitumen futures and three new options contracts to qualified foreign investors, while launching the world's first cultural paper derivatives.

    Clearing & Post-Trade

    CFTC Grants JSCC Conditional Approval for US Client Clearing

    By Manesh Samtani | 17/09/2025

    The decision allows US customers to access the world's most liquid yen swap market, subject to strict disclosure rules on bankruptcy protections.

    Payments & Settlements

    Bangladesh Bank to Roll Out Unified Digital Payment System

    By Nithya Subramanian | 17/09/2025

    The interoperable platform will link banks, mobile wallets, and digital services, cutting cash-use costs and driving Bangladesh towards a cashless economy.

    Clearing & Post-Trade

    Japan Proposes Rule Change to Widen CCP Scope for Investment Trusts

    By Editors | 17/09/2025

    The FSA has opened a consultation on a proposal to allow central counterparties to clear a broader range of funds, including active ETFs.

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