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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    Market Data & Technology

    China Lowers Credit Reporting Service Fees to Ease Business Costs

    By Editors | 04/06/2025

    The NDRC estimates that the fee reductions will save users approximately CNY 1.1 billion (USD 153 million) annually

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    Structural Regulation

    Japan Adds Labour Safeguards to New Corporate Lending Framework

    By Editors | 03/06/2025

    Regulatory guidelines clarify limits on lender influence over workforce decisions under new EVSI system.

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    Structural Regulation

    Thai Finance Minister Pledges to Ease Investment Rules

    By Nithya Subramanian | 03/06/2025

    Thailand seeks to loosen investment restrictions imposed on insurers and funds, while also promoting a more facilitative environment for digital assets.

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    Trading & Investment

    Saudi Arabia Considers Listing Hong Kong AI and Biotech ETFs

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 03/06/2025

    The Saudi exchange is considering listing ETFs tracking Hong Kong’s AI and biotechnology sectors, as well as depositary receipts of HK companies.

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    Structural Regulation

    China Outlines Plans to Modernise Corporate Governance

    By Editors | 03/06/2025

    The 5-year plan aims to strengthen party leadership, improve governance, and boost the competitiveness of state-owned and private enterprises.

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    Structural Regulation

    Cambodian Rating Agency Approved for Operations in Laos

    By Editors | 03/06/2025

    The Rating Agency of Cambodia has received approval to operate in Laos, as securities regulators in both countries work to deepen ties.

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    Structural Regulation

    Korean Banks Receive Approval to Advance Vietnam Expansion Plans

    By Editors | 03/06/2025

    IBK received a confirmation letter allowing it to initiate the process of establishing a Vietnam subsidiary. KDB received a similar letter regarding a new branch.

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    Clearing & Post-Trade

    ASX Announces New Pricing Policy for Cash Equities Services

    By Editors | 03/06/2025

    ASX introduces new pricing policy for cash equities clearing, settlement, and issuer services, while also enhancing transparency.

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    Trading & Investment

    ASX Consults on Volatility Controls for Interest Rate, Commodity Futures

    By Editors | 03/06/2025

    ASX proposes to apply order thresholds to interest rate and commodity futures similar to equity index futures.

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    Structural Regulation

    Hong Kong to Host World’s First Intergovernmental Mediation Body

    By Editors | 03/06/2025

    Hong Kong hosts launch of IOMed, the world’s first intergovernmental mediation body, aiming to bridge the global dispute resolution gap.

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