Structural Regulation

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Korea to Overhaul Insurance Commissions, Mandates 7-Year Split

By Editors | 16/01/2026

Regulators will phase in a seven-year commission payment structure and expand sales rules to curb misselling and improve low policy persistency rates.

Structural Regulation

RBI Recognises FEDAI as an SRO for Authorised Dealers

By Nithya Subramanian | 16/01/2026

The RBI has given FEDAI one year to align its governance with the central bank’s omnibus SRO framework and expand its membership.

Payments & Settlements

ADB Urges Policy Action to Address APAC's Trade Finance Gap

By Manesh Samtani | 16/01/2026

New report recommends accelerated digitalisation, expanded supply chain finance, and better data to unlock trade potential in the region.

Structural Regulation

IOSCO Chief Outlines 2026 Agenda, Flags Gaps in Private Finance Data

By Manesh Samtani | 16/01/2026

IOSCO to focus on market resilience, fintech risks and targeted reporting increases for hedge funds and private finance.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Korea Pilots 'Responsibility Mapping' Initiative at Non-Bank Lenders

By Mark Johnston | 15/01/2026

Regulators are offering sanctions relief and consulting to large credit finance firms and savings banks that adopt new internal control accountability maps early.

Structural Regulation

India's Inclusion in Global Bond Index Deferred by Operational Hurdles

By Editors | 15/01/2026

Decision to include Indian government bonds in global index deferred until at least mid-2026 due to market infrastructure issues.

Trading & Investment

China Scrutinises Foreign Firms in Domestic ETF Market

By Editors | 15/01/2026

Regulators are seeking information on foreign trading patterns, following India's investigation into market maker Jane Street's activities.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

RBI Revises Ombudsman Rules to Boost Customer Grievance Redressal

By Nithya Subramanian | 15/01/2026

RBI has introduced rigorous internal ombudsman norms for banks and NBFCs, requiring automatic escalation of unresolved complaints and heightened board accountability.

Structural Regulation

Singapore to Advise Vietnam on Regulatory Framework for New Financial Hubs

By Mark Johnston | 15/01/2026

Singapore will share expertise on governance and risk management as Vietnam develops its dual-hub international financial centre in Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang.