Prudential Risk

Credit Risk

HK Property Firms Propose HK$20 Billion Fund to Avert Crisis

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/09/2025

The CRECCHKI has warned that a 'vicious cycle' of bad loans and forced sales threatens systemic financial risk, proposing a fund to buy distressed CRE assets.

Supervision & Enforcement

HKMA Signs Pact with MAS To Boost Banking Supervision

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/09/2025

The agreement between the HKMA and MAS aims to strengthen information sharing and mutual assistance for the supervision of cross-border banking operations in both jurisdictions.

Supervision & Enforcement

Hong Kong Court Appoints Receivers Over Evergrande Founder's Assets

By Editors | 18/09/2025

The move follows Hui Ka Yan's failure to disclose his worldwide assets, as liquidators also pursue the ex-CEO's holdings.

Liquidity Risk

Indonesia Injects IDR 200 Trillion into State Banks Amid Governance Warnings

By Editors | 18/09/2025

The move to boost credit growth is backed by financial regulators but has drawn criticism over its legality and adherence to state finance laws.

Credit Risk

Indonesia’s OJK Issues New Rules to Streamline Financing for MSMEs

By Nithya Subramanian | 17/09/2025

The regulation compels lenders to ease requirements, lower costs, and adopt digital tools to help MSMEs gain faster access to financing.

Clearing & Post-Trade

OSTTRA and HKEX Complete First USD/CNH Swap Compression Run

By Editors | 17/09/2025

The collaboration aims to enhance capital efficiency and risk management amid soaring demand for post-trade optimisation services in Asia.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Singapore Court Addresses 'Absolute Discretion' in Loan Agreements

By Manesh Samtani | 16/09/2025

A High Court ruling implies a duty of good faith, meaning banks should be able to justify discretionary actions and avoid arbitrary decisions.

Capital Adequacy

Vietnam Banks Implement Stricter Capital Rules in Basel III Shift

By Nithya Subramanian | 16/09/2025

Vietnam has enforced tougher capital adequacy rules in line with Basel III, requiring banks to build stronger buffers to safeguard financial stability and resilience.

Operational Risk

FSS Korea Urges Real Estate Trust Firms to Bolster Internal Controls

By Nithya Subramanian | 16/09/2025

Korea’s FSS has asked firms to set aside conservative provisions, strengthen liquidity, and tighten oversight after a review exposed weaknesses in the real estate sector.