Hong Kong Monetary Authority

ESG / Sustainability

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.

Securities / Derivatives

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.

Crypto / Digital Assets

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.

Capital / Liquidity

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.

Securities / Derivatives

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.

ESG / Sustainability

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.

Trending

Hong Kong Regulators Direct Banks, Insurers to Aid Fire Victims

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/11/2025

Authorities are calling on banks and insurers to provide flexibility on loans and claims, as financial firms donate millions for relief efforts.

Fintech / Regtech

HK Official Outlines Fintech Strategy, Focusing on AI, Shenzhen Collaboration

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/11/2025

The Financial Secretary outlined an action plan for a joint fintech hub, new AI sandbox cohorts, and cross-border payment growth.

AML / KYC

Hong Kong SFC Issues AML Warning as JFIU Prepares New STR Platform

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/11/2025

The SFC has detailed expected controls to combat layering via brokerages and virtual assets, as HKPF prepare to launch a new system for reporting suspicious transactions.