ESG / Sustainability

Korea to Cap Bank Chief Tenures, Mandate Special Shareholder Vote

05/02/2026

Regulators plan a six-year cap and a two-thirds approval requirement for reappointment to break up "emperor-like management" at top banks.

Securities / Derivatives

Indonesia Sets 2029 Deadline for 15% Stock Free Float Rule

05/02/2026

OJK will issue the new rule in March, giving listed companies three years to double the minimum public shareholding via a phased approach.

AML / KYC

Sri Lanka President Orders Action on AML Deficiencies to Avoid 'Grey List'

05/02/2026

President orders urgent action on legal and staffing shortfalls ahead of a critical FATF evaluation to avoid being placed back on the "grey list".

Taiwan Approves BNP Paribas, Chang Hwa for Kaohsiung Wealth Hub

05/02/2026

The approvals bring the total number of approved banks in the pilot zone to 20, a key initiative to build an Asian asset management hub.

Korea to Tighten Bank Branch Closure Rules in New Consumer Push

05/02/2026

FSC to mandate impact assessments for most branch closures from March and outlines a four-pillar plan to bolster consumer protection.

Fintech / Regtech

BOJ and Private Sector Engage in Talks on Digital Yen Design

04/02/2026

A new committee has begun tackling practical issues like interoperability and costs, as the BOJ continues its CBDC pilot programme.

ESG / Sustainability

Korea Launches Green Task Force, Pledges Financial Support for Climate Goals

03/02/2026

The K-GX initiative will develop a national strategy supported by financial incentives and regulatory reform to drive decarbonisation and investment.

Enforcement

India Dismantles Cybercrime Rings Laundering Millions via Crypto, Real Estate

03/02/2026

Indian agencies, with FBI and Interpol support, have raided networks using call centres and crypto to defraud international victims.

Market Infrastructure

Chinese President Xi Jinping Details 'Financial Powerhouse' Vision

03/02/2026

President Xi outlines six core elements for financial strength, including achieving global reserve currency status for the Chinese yuan.