Sustainable Finance

Tokyo and Luxembourg Sign Financial Cooperation Agreement

08/05/2026

The agreement establishes a framework for collaboration on sustainable finance, fintech, and cross-border investment between the two financial hubs.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Australia's Federal Court Finds Telstra Super Breached IDR Rules

08/05/2026

Australia's Federal Court has found a major superannuation trustee breached internal dispute resolution rules, in a case that confirms ASIC's enforcement powers.

Data Privacy

EU, Japan Deepen Digital Cooperation on Data, AI and Platforms

08/05/2026

The EU and Japan have agreed to deepen cooperation on key digital policy areas, including data governance, AI, and platform regulation.

Emerging Prudential Risks

Thailand Approves THB 400 Billion in Emergency Lending for Energy Crisis

08/05/2026

The emergency borrowing aims to provide immediate economic relief and fund a long-term energy transition, though it faces criticism over a lack of transparency and fiscal risk.

Clearing & Post-Trade

SEBI Proposes Early Pay-In for Commodity Options Contracts

08/05/2026

SEBI proposes to extend margin benefits for the early pay-in of commodities to options contracts, aligning them with the existing framework for futures.

Credit Risk

Bangladesh Bank Raises Loan Ceilings, Incentivises Green Vehicles

07/05/2026

The central bank has increased personal and auto loan limits, offering preferential terms for electric and hybrid vehicles to promote greener transport.

Credit Risk

RBI Proposes Prudential Norms for Assets Seized in Loan Recovery

07/05/2026

The RBI has issued draft rules governing the valuation, holding period, and disposal of immovable assets acquired by lenders from defaulted loans.

Structural Regulation

Taiwan Clarifies Tax Rules for ‘Century Trusts’ to Boost Wealth Hub Bid

07/05/2026

An inter-ministerial agreement confirms that certain long-term family trusts will not be subject to gift or inheritance taxes, paving the way for their use.

Structural Regulation

Indonesia Plans Bali-Based International Financial Centre

07/05/2026

The government is in early discussions to develop the Kura Kura Bali Special Economic Zone into a financial hub managed by a special authority.