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AML / KYC
APG is Facing “Significant Resource Challenges”
By Thisanka Siripala | 06/03/2025
The APG says in its new strategic plan that there aren’t enough experienced and effective assessors to participate in mutual evaluations.
Fintech / Regtech
Using AI in Regulatory Reporting and Change Management: Webinar Recap
By Manesh Samtani | 06/03/2025
Panellists from Nasdaq, Standard Chartered Bank and Regional Australia Bank discussed APAC’s transition to granular data reporting.
Fintech / Regtech
Australia Announces Next Steps to Enhance CDR Regime
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/03/2025
The Consumer Data Right regime will be expanded to non‑bank lending from mid‑2026 to promote greater competition and innovation in the market.
Capital / Liquidity
Bangladesh Proposes New Bank Resolution Ordinance
By Nithya Subramanian | 03/03/2025
The central bank would be able to create bridge banks to manage the sale or liquidation of distressed financial institutions.
Securities / Derivatives
ACLEDA Becomes Intermediary for Cambodian Government Bonds
By Mark Johnston | 01/03/2025
ACLEDA Bank is the first commercial bank in Cambodia authorised to act as an intermediary for government securities.
Capital / Liquidity
SBV Seeks to Delay Digital Banks, Basel III Standards
By Nithya Subramanian | 28/02/2025
The State Bank of Vietnam does not support the government’s plan to implement Basel III standards from 2026.
ESG / Sustainability
ASEAN Exchanges Seek Regional Sustainability Data Infrastructure
By Nithya Subramanian | 28/02/2025
ASEAN Exchanges seek to develop a centralised sustainability data infrastructure for the region, and a marketplace for technology-based sustainability solutions
AML / KYC
FATF Greylist Holds ‘Sting in Tail’ for Asia’s Developing Countries
By Nathan Lynch | 27/02/2025
The FATF’s decision to greylist Nepal and Laos raises questions about whether countries should be punished when they are clearly working on the required AML/CFT improvements.
Capital / Liquidity
Bangladesh Bank to End Two Repo Facilities Used by Banks
By Manesh Samtani | 27/02/2025
The central bank aims to promote more prudent liquidity management within banks and reduce their dependence on the regulator.
Enforcement
Vietnam Launches Probe into Bank Lending Rates
By Editors | 27/02/2025
Commercial banks seen as responsible for negatively impacting lending by raising their interest rates may face penalties.
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