Other Asia Pacific

Sanctions

UK Imposes Human Rights Sanctions on Four Sri Lankans

By Manesh Samtani | 25/03/2025

The four individuals committed extrajudicial killings, torture and/or perpetration of sexual violence during the Sri Lanka civil war

Market Infrastructure

Colombo Stock Exchange Partners with India’s NCDEX for Derivatives Trading

By Nithya Subramanian | 25/03/2025

The two will jointly bid for setting up a derivative exchange at the Colombo Port City, and also develop new products in Sri Lanka.

ESG / Sustainability

APAC’s Evolving Climate Regulations Are Reshaping Business Strategy

By Catherine Bell | 25/03/2025

In APAC, climate reporting is not just a compliance obligation; it is a strategic tool driving long-term resilience, writes Catherine Bell.

Capital / Liquidity

Vietnam Central Bank to Phase Out Credit Growth Quotas

By Thisanka Siripala | 24/03/2025

The quota system, introduced in 2011, has been identified as a barrier to loan access despite surplus liquidity in the banking sector.

Capital / Liquidity

Final Basel III Reforms Provided Benefits to APAC Banks – Report

By Manesh Samtani | 24/03/2025

The positive impact on APAC banks’ capital ratios is attributed to their lower reliance on internal models.

ESG / Sustainability

Bangladesh Pushes Greater Inclusivity in Green Finance and CMSME Sector

By Mark Johnston | 21/03/2025

Bangladesh Bank seeks to boost financial inclusivity by linking green, CMSME financing with gender parity and development goals.

AML / KYC

Europol Report Flags Asia as Key Hub for Financial Crime

By Thisanka Siripala | 20/03/2025

Organised crime groups are leveraging Asia’s financial networks, trade zones, and digital platforms to move illicit funds globally, a new report states.

Enforcement

Vietnam’s SCB Receives Restructuring Proposal from Developer

By Thisanka Siripala | 20/03/2025

Real estate developer Sun Group is seeking approval for a 15-year rescue plan for Saigon Joint Stock Commercial Bank.

AML / KYC

Bangladesh Bank Sets Up New Departments to Tackle Financial Crime

By Nithya Subramanian | 19/03/2025

The new departments will help to strengthen banking supervision and improve compliance with AML requirements.