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    Structural Regulation

    Performance, Not Governance Ideals, Drives Acceptance of Dual Class Shares

    By Manesh Samtani | 29/05/2025

    Regulatory efforts should focus on fostering governance frameworks that support long-term performance and entrepreneurial vision

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    Anti-Money Laundering

    Singapore Updates Accountancy Code to Strengthen Tax Planning Ethics

    By Editors | 29/05/2025

    ACRA adopts global standards for tax services, effective July 2025, with transitional provisions for existing engagements.

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    Anti-Money Laundering

    Chinese Underground Banking Key to Global Crime – Report

    By Manesh Samtani | 29/05/2025

    Chinese underground banking networks facilitate North Korean hacking, drug cartels, and sanctions evasion, says TRM Labs report.

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    KYC & CDD

    GLEIF Launches Global Partner Programme to Boost LEI Adoption

    By Editors | 28/05/2025

    The initiative aims to expand the use of the LEI and vLEI through collaboration with data vendors, financial institutions and tech firms.

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    Anti-Money Laundering

    Interpol Issues First Two Silver Notices at India’s Request

    By Manesh Samtani | 28/05/2025

    India secured two Interpol Silver Notices, one to trace assets in a visa fraud case and the other for a crypto scam case.

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    Anti-Money Laundering

    G7 Finance Ministers Pledge Action Against Financial Crime

    By Manesh Samtani | 27/05/2025

    G7 commits to strengthening AML frameworks, enhancing international cooperation, and supporting developing countries to combat financial crime.

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    PEPs & Sanctions

    Japanese Shipper Lobbies for Relief After EU Sanctions Hit LNG Tankers

    By Editors | 27/05/2025

    Mitsui OSK is lobbying the EU via various channels, including the Japanese government, following sanctions on three tankers linked to a Russian LNG project.

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    Liquidity Risk

    IOSCO Adopts Reforms to Bolster Fund Liquidity Risk Management

    By Manesh Samtani | 27/05/2025

    The reforms aim to better protect investors in open-ended investment funds, reduce liquidity mismatches, and ensure financial stability.

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    Market Risk

    EU Delays FRTB to 2027 Amid Competitiveness Fears

    By Editors | 27/05/2025

    A decision has been made to delay FRTB implementation to preserve the ability of EU banks to compete internationally.

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    Anti-Money Laundering

    Banks and Crypto Firms Can Help to Tackle Scam Centres

    By Nathan Lynch | 27/05/2025

    Scam centres fuel human trafficking and money laundering, experts warn, urging banks and crypto firms to enhance AML efforts.

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