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    Enforcement

    Thailand Implements New Market Misconduct Penalty Scheme for Banks

    By Editors | 20/01/2018

    New market conduct rules to be implemented over next few weeks; Violators can be barred from operating or fined up to 1mn baht per day.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Thailand Allows Securities Firms to Offer Bitcoin Futures Locally

    By Manesh Samtani | 11/01/2018

    The SEC says fraud and money laundering not points of concern as CBOE and CME markets are properly supervised.

    Thailand, Philippines Forge Agreement on Banking Supervision

    By Editors | 19/12/2017

    Central banks commit to fostering information exchange and cooperation in areas of licensing, on-site examinations, supervisory colleges, crisis management.

    Market Infrastructure

    Malaysia, Thailand and Indonesia Launch Local Currency Clearing

    By Editors | 13/12/2017

    Deal involving multiple regional banks, which takes effect on 2 January, will enable wider use of domestic currencies in financial investment.

    Market Infrastructure

    Thai Bank Governor Calls for Greater Financial Connectivity Across Region

    By Garima Chitkara | 10/08/2017

    Central bank governor made comments during the opening ceremony of the Asian Financial Cooperation Association.

    RBA, BNM Governors to Head FSB’s Asia Consultative Group

    By Editors | 12/06/2017

    RBA (Reserve Bank of Australia) governor Philip Lowe will from 1 July this year replace Norman Chan, chief executive of […]

    AML / KYC

    Malaysia Inks Cross-border Agreements with Philippines, Thailand

    By Samuel Riding | 07/04/2017

    MoU with Thailand covers cross-border supervision; Philippines agreement confirms ABIF details.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Thailand Introduces FX Dealer Certification

    By Samuel Riding | 14/02/2017

    Certification requires 5 years’ experience or passing a 3-part test.

    Uncategorised

    Greater Mekong Region – 2016 in Review

    By Samuel Riding | 19/12/2016

    Small markets working together to create a big difference through banking integration, fintech innovation.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Thailand Introduces Stiff Penalties for Market Malpractice

    By Samuel Riding | 14/12/2016

    Offenders could face substantial financial penalties and 10-year bans.

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