Prudential Risk

Payments & Settlements

Bank Indonesia Launches FX Repo Facility to Deepen Markets

By Mark Johnston | 31/03/2026

The central bank will allow its foreign currency securities to be used as collateral in new repo transactions to boost liquidity and support the rupiah.

Structural Regulation

India’s Mutual Fund Reforms: A Foundation Built, A Future Unfinished

By Saurabh Maheshwari | 31/03/2026

SEBI’s reforms mark a significant step in modernising a decades-old framework, but further strengthening is needed in areas of governance, competence, and market conduct.

Capital Adequacy

APRA Finalises Capital Rules to Bolster Australian Annuity Market

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 31/03/2026

APRA has finalised amendments to its capital framework for life insurers, aiming to foster innovation in retirement products.

Capital Adequacy

RBI Delays Capital Market Norms, Eases Bank Capital Rules

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 31/03/2026

The deferral to 1 July follows industry pushback and is accompanied by key clarifications on acquisition finance and capital adequacy for bank exposures.

Cybersecurity

Bangladesh Bank Sets New Rules for Partner Network Connectivity

By Manesh Samtani | 31/03/2026

BB has issued new guidelines for financial institutions connecting to its extranet, mandating new security and operational standards by year-end.

Supervision & Enforcement

Korea FSS Set to Launch Investigations Unit, Sanction Crypto Firms

By Mark Johnston | 31/03/2026

FSS Governor also warned of mis-selling risks in overseas private debt and confirms internal control flaws at Bithumb crypto exchange.

Credit Risk

South Korea Mandates Coordinated Support for Small Businesses

By Mark Johnston | 31/03/2026

The FSC and MSS have partnered with private banks and public agencies to create a one-stop support network for struggling firms.

Liquidity Risk

HKMA Flags Gaps in Bank Liquidity Planning for Resolution

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 31/03/2026

HKMA has urged institutions to upgrade liquidity models, citing weaknesses exposed in recent industry-wide stress tests.

Emerging Prudential Risks

Korea Policy Lenders Form 'One Team' to Expand Productive Finance

By Mark Johnston | 31/03/2026

Six state-backed financial institutions have signed an MOU to coordinate support for innovation industries, following a directive from the FSC.