Hong Kong Monetary Authority

Anti-Money Laundering

HKMA Urges Banks to Bolster Defences Against 'High-End' Money Laundering

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 16/12/2025

The HKMA has identified weaknesses in how institutions handle sophisticated criminal schemes, urging enhancements in key control areas.

Resolution & Recovery

HKMA Consults on Valuation Framework for Bank Resolutions

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/12/2025

The HKMA seeks industry feedback on a proposed code of practice for valuing failing banks before, during, and after resolution.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Hong Kong Regulators Fines EFG Bank for Control Failures

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 12/12/2025

The SFC has cited EFG Bank for multi-year breaches in product due diligence, record-keeping, and reporting related to hundreds of bond products.

Nature & Biodiversity

Financial Regulators Failing on Nature Risk Despite Climate Progress, WWF Says

By Manesh Samtani | 12/12/2025

A global assessment finds major gaps in addressing risks from deforestation and water stress, urging APAC regulators to act.

Clearing & Post-Trade

China Rapidly Aligning Derivatives Market with Global Standards: Experts

By Manesh Samtani | 09/12/2025

ISDA panel discusses rapid developments in China’s repo market, the adoption of margin rules for non-cleared derivatives, and opportunities for CGBs.

Tokenisation

China Declares RWA Tokenisation 'Illegal Financial Activity'

By Mark Johnston | 08/12/2025

A joint warning from seven industry bodies clarifies the legal status of RWA and extends liability to domestic staff of overseas firms.

Credit Risk

HK Regulator, Banks Roll Out Additional Support for Tai Po Fire Victims

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/12/2025

Measures include emergency loans and a six-month mortgage moratorium on approximately 300 loans worth a total of HKD 540 million.

Trading & Investment

Domestic Investors Enhance Market Stability but Reduce Liquidity: HKMA

By Manesh Samtani | 04/12/2025

New paper recommends a combination of policy measures to encourage domestic participation and targeted actions to alleviate the negative side effects on liquidity.

Reporting & Disclosures

IPSF Identifies APAC Divergence on 'DNSH' Rules for Green Finance

By Manesh Samtani | 01/12/2025

A new report shows Asia-Pacific jurisdictions are advancing sustainable finance frameworks but differ significantly on implementing key environmental safeguards.