Structural Regulation

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

    Market Abuse

    OJK Indonesia Probes Poor IPO Practices at Investment Banks

    By Nithya Subramanian | 26/03/2026

    OJK has already penalised UOB Kay Hian and is investigating Mirae and Shinhan, which are among "32 ongoing cases" related to suspected capital markets violations.

    Trading & Investment

    Hong Kong Permits MPF Investment in Active ETFs with 10pc Cap

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/03/2026

    The move gives pension funds access to a growing asset class, but with strict guardrails to manage risk for members.

    Clearing & Post-Trade

    ASIC Finalises Derivatives Clearing and Reporting Rules

    By Manesh Samtani | 26/03/2026

    The new rules extend the clearing exception for post-trade risk reduction exercises, aligning with industry feedback and international standards.

    Cloud & Infrastructure

    Chinese President Pushes to Build Xiong'an as Tech and Financial Innovation Hub

    By Mark Johnston | 26/03/2026

    President Xi Jinping has called for policy pilots and the accelerated relocation of state firms and financial institutions to his flagship city project.

    Structural Regulation

    Korean Banks Sue Regulator Over KRW 272 Billion LTV Collusion Fine

    By Manesh Samtani | 25/03/2026

    Four major banks are challenging a landmark KFTC ruling that deemed the exchange of loan-to-value information as anti-competitive collusion.

    Structural Regulation

    Taiwan FSC Streamlines Rules for Switching Listing Boards

    By Mark Johnston | 25/03/2026

    The regulator has proposed amendments to create a more flexible, two-way transfer mechanism and exempt companies from certain requirements when raising capital.

    Structural Regulation

    Taiwan Eases Bond Issuance Rules to Attract Foreign Firms

    By Mark Johnston | 25/03/2026

    The FSC has revised guidelines for foreign issuers, clarifying eligibility criteria and simplifying procedures to boost Taiwan's bond market.

    Structural Regulation

    Korea Exchange to Revise Rules to Combat 'Kimchi Premium' on Gold

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 25/03/2026

    The move will allow direct supply from LBMA-accredited refiners to stabilise prices amid extreme volatility and a persistent domestic premium.

    Trading & Investment

    FSS Korea Urges ETF Industry to Tighten Controls Amid Growth Risks

    By Mark Johnston | 25/03/2026

    FSS flags concerns over exaggerated advertising, rebalancing shocks, and advance portfolio disclosures amid rapid market growth and new product launches.

    Structural Regulation

    Philippines SEC Ready for Court Battle Over PSE Director Term Limits

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 25/03/2026

    The SEC is defending its plan to cap broker tenure on the PSE board, a move backed by business groups but opposed by long-serving directors.

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