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    SEBI Introduces Uniform Compliance Reporting Framework for SIFs

    By Nithya Subramanian | 09/01/2026

    SEBI has revised the Compliance Test Report to standardise how mutual funds and asset managers report compliance for Specialised Investment Funds.

    Trading & Investment

    Colombo Exchange Cancels All Trades After Erroneous IPO Trades

    By Manesh Samtani | 09/01/2026

    The exchange voided an entire session's trades after pre-opening orders for a new listing at 3,500 times its IPO price.

    Structural Regulation

    RBI Proposes Cooling-Off Period for Co-operative Bank Directors

    By Nithya Subramanian | 09/01/2026

    The RBI has proposed tighter board governance rules for urban and rural co-operative banks, including a cooling-off period to prevent directors from bypassing tenure limits.

    Trading & Investment

    China Urged to Refine Private Pension Scheme to Boost Low Contribution Rates

    By Editors | 09/01/2026

    Despite attracting 150 million accounts, low actual investment is prompting calls for better tax incentives and more diverse products.

    Trading & Investment

    South Korea's Value-up Programme Drives Record Share Buybacks

    By Editors | 09/01/2026

    Korea Exchange plans to revise guidelines in Q1 to incorporate new fiduciary duties for shareholders amid record corporate returns.

    Structural Regulation

    China Restricts Dual-Use Exports to Japan for Military-Related Uses

    By Mark Johnston | 08/01/2026

    Beijing has banned the export of dual-use items to Japanese military users or for any purpose that enhances military strength.

    Structural Regulation

    Bursa Malaysia to Absorb Derivatives Levy Under New SC Fee Structure

    By Nithya Subramanian | 08/01/2026

    The exchange will pay a MYR 28 million fixed annual fee and absorb a new derivatives levy under a capped, multi-year agreement.

    Trading & Investment

    JPMorgan, DBS Secure China Interbank Bond Underwriting Licence

    By Mark Johnston | 08/01/2026

    The US bank is one of two foreign lenders granted a general lead underwriting licence for corporate bonds in China.

    Structural Regulation

    Cambodia Boosts Audit Quality, Trust Sector Governance with New Rules

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 08/01/2026

    Six new proclamations target audit quality, financial reporting, and establish a dispute resolution mechanism for the fast-growing trust sector.

    Structural Regulation

    Taiwan Eases Rules for Asset Managers to Boost Hub Ambitions

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 08/01/2026

    The FSC has relaxed the ‘primary position’ rule and offers incentives to foreign firms setting up regional centres to attract talent.

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