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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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