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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    AML / KYC

    Sri Lanka Hires Former APG Official to Help Identify AML/CFT Gaps

    By Nithya Subramanian | 19/03/2025

    Former APG Executive Secretary Gordon Hook will help identify gaps, particularly in licensed banks, in preparation for Sri Lanka’s next mutual evaluation in 2026.

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    AML / KYC

    Myanmar Returns 450 Chinese Nationals Involved in Online Scams

    By Nithya Subramanian | 19/03/2025

    Myanmar has intensified efforts to combat telecom fraud and online gambling by strengthening cooperation with neighbouring countries.

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    Capital / Liquidity

    Bangladesh Bank Imposes Stricter Dividend Payout Rules

    By Nithya Subramanian | 19/03/2025

    Banks will only be allowed to pay cash dividends from current-year profits, prohibiting the use of accumulated profits from previous years.

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