Structural Regulation

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

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    Emerging Prudential Risks

    Taiwan Central Bank Warns of Growing Risks from ETF Market

    By Nithya Subramanian | 09/06/2025

    The growth of the ETF market poses financial stability risks due to investor herding, liquidity challenges and questionable asset management practices.

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    Structural Regulation

    US SEC Considers Narrowing Foreign Private Issuer Definition

    By Manesh Samtani | 08/06/2025

    The US SEC is considering revising its foreign private issuer rules amid concerns over disclosure and regulatory arbitrage, particularly affecting […]

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    Structural Regulation

    Regulatory Developments Shaping APAC Capital Markets: ASIFMA

    By Manesh Samtani | 06/06/2025

    ASIFMA survey reveals rising confidence in APAC capital markets despite geopolitical headwinds. The findings suggest that regulatory clarity is key.

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    Conduct, Culture & Accountability

    UAE Regulator Probes India’s HDFC Bank for Mis-selling Bonds

    By Nithya Subramanian | 06/06/2025

    CBUAE is investigating whether HDFC Bank breached its licensing conditions while marketing third-party products and structuring cross-border client interactions.

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    Structural Regulation

    Australia Consults on Cost Recovery Fees for New Merger System

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 06/06/2025

    Assistant Minister Andrew Leigh said the cost recovery fees are calibrated to reflect the resources the ACCC needs to carry out merger assessments.

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    Payments & Settlements

    BIS Bulletin Spotlights Benefits of Regional Integration in Asia

    By Manesh Samtani | 06/06/2025

    BIS bulletin says Asia’s regional integration, supported by finance hubs in Hong Kong and Singapore, serves as a buffer against global fragmentation.

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    Payments & Settlements

    Singapore Eyes Increased Connectivity to Boost Competitiveness

    By Nithya Subramanian | 05/06/2025

    Minister Chee Hong Tat discusses Singapore’s push to stay competitive by strengthening trust, deepening regional links, and streamlining financial regulations.

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    Payments & Settlements

    Bank Indonesia is Expanding QRIS Footprint to More Markets

    By Nithya Subramanian | 05/06/2025

    QRIS will connect with Japan and China in August. Further expansion being discussed with India, South Korea, and Saudi Arabia.

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    Conduct, Culture & Accountability

    Australia FSC Issues Best Practice Framework for Super Funds

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/06/2025

    The FSC has released a 12-principles superannuation best practice framework to improve retirement outcomes for fund members.

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    Trading & Investment

    Cambodia to Launch New Instruments to Support Infrastructure Projects

    By Nithya Subramanian | 05/06/2025

    The introduction of infrastructure debt securities is expected to deepen the country’s bond market and finance its $36b infrastructure master plan.

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