Prudential Risk

Liquidity Risk

HKMA Delays Implementation of Stricter Liquidity Reporting Rules

By Manesh Samtani | 11/09/2025

HKMA has pushed back the deadline for its revised MA(BS)23 return to June 2026 but will collect similar data from selected banks in the interim.

Structural Regulation

S. Korea Financial Overhaul Faces Political Gridlock and Staff Revolt

By Mark Johnston | 11/09/2025

A government plan to reshape financial regulation is stalled by opposition parties, sparking protests and fears of a brain drain at key agencies.

Supervision & Enforcement

Hong Kong SFC Partners DFSA on Cross-Border Fund Supervision

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 11/09/2025

The agreement between the SFC and DFSA enhances supervisory cooperation for asset managers operating between the two financial hubs.

Resolution & Recovery

Bangladesh to Create Nation's Largest Bank Through Five-Lender Merger

By Mark Johnston | 11/09/2025

Government to create the nation’s largest bank through a forced merger to stabilise troubled lenders, prompting resistance from stakeholders.

Resolution & Recovery

China to Overhaul Bankruptcy Law to Ease Market Exits

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 10/09/2025

The comprehensive revision aims to update the 18-year-old legislation, addressing shortcomings and helping to clear out "zombie enterprises".

Structural Regulation

China Drafts New Audit Rules to Tighten Oversight of State Firms

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 10/09/2025

The NAO says the draft regulations expand the audit scope to include state-controlled financial institutions and public-private projects, while formalising CPC leadership.

Liquidity Risk

RBNZ Proposes Major Overhaul of Bank Liquidity Rules

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 10/09/2025

The RBNZ is consulting on new open market operations and a committed liquidity facility with a proposed cap of 35-40 percent.

Capital Adequacy

HKMA Consults on Crypto-Asset Reporting Rules for Banks

By Manesh Samtani | 10/09/2025

The regulator has released draft guidance on capital, liquidity, and large exposure reporting to implement the Basel Committee's global crypto standard.

Stablecoins

IMF Warns Stablecoins Pose 'Major Financial Stability Risks'

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 09/09/2025

Experts call for new regulatory frameworks to address risks from non-banks, dollarisation, and financial crime amid rapid financial innovation.