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

Structural Regulation
CSRC Consults on Revisions to Brokerage Classification Framework
By Mark Johnston | 27/06/2025
The revised framework aims to refine the classification system and better align oversight with risk, governance, and national priorities.

Structural Regulation
ASIC Appoints Expert Panel for ASX Governance Inquiry
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/06/2025
ASIC says the inquiry panel will make recommendations by 31 March 2026 to address shortcomings within ASX Group.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability
New Zealand’s FMA Sets Out Priorities for the Coming 12 Months
By Thisanka Siripala | 26/06/2025
The FMA’s regulatory priorities for the financial sector focus on conduct, innovation, and consumer protection.

Supervision & Enforcement
Bangladesh to Reform Insurance Law to Combat Mismanagement
By Mark Johnston | 26/06/2025
The government is moving to overhaul the Insurance Act following scandals that left thousands of policyholders in financial limbo.

Payments & Settlements
MAS, ABS Launch Entity to Govern Singapore’s Payment Schemes
By Nithya Subramanian | 26/06/2025
The new not-for-profit entity, formed by MAS and several D-SIBs, will transition to full operational readiness by end-2026.

Structural Regulation
IFC Examines Feasibility of Securitisation Market in Bangladesh
By Mark Johnston | 26/06/2025
The IFC is studying the possible establishment of a securitisation market in Bangladesh, though experts say foundation elements are lacking.

Alternative Markets
Malaysia Rolls Out New Incentives to Boost Venture Capital Ecosystem
By Nithya Subramanian | 25/06/2025
The government announced concessionary tax rates, eased FX rules, and partnerships with top VC firms to support local startups.

Structural Regulation
South Korea to Push Forward Corporate Governance Reforms
By Thisanka Siripala | 25/06/2025
The reforms would require companies to disclose treasury share retirement plans if their treasury stock holdings exceed 1% of issued shares, compared to 5% currently.

Structural Regulation
Malaysia SC Issues New Product Governance Guidelines
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 25/06/2025
The guidelines aim to promote responsible product innovation and distribution while also strengthening investor protection.

Trading & Investment
SET Reinstates Normal Trading Rules After Ceasefire Declared
By Editors | 25/06/2025
The SET has reverted to its normal ceiling and floor limits and dynamic price band after tightening its rules two days earlier.
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