Trading & Investment

Korea: FSS Calls on Asset Managers to Fix Regulatory Shortcomings

16/07/2026

The FSS has called for more substantive proxy voting disclosures, stronger internal controls, and an end to misleading ETF advertising.

Liquidity Risk

Japan Considers Tapping Forex Reserves to Fund US Investment Deal

15/07/2026

The government is exploring a framework to help its megabanks secure dollar funding for a USD 550 billion trade pact, potentially using its FX intervention account.

Structural Regulation

HKMA Increases Licence Fees For Banks And Money Brokers

15/07/2026

The new fee schedule, effective immediately, impacts authorised institutions, restricted licence banks, and money brokers operating in the city.

Cybersecurity

Japan’s Megabanks to Form Mutual Backup Against AI Cyber Threats

15/07/2026

The country’s three largest banks are considering a joint framework to ensure business continuity in response to a regulatory push.

Structural Regulation

Philippine Stock Exchange Reviews Involuntary Delisting Rules

15/07/2026

The PSE is reassessing its rules on involuntary delisting, aiming to better balance market discipline with the interests of investors and keep the bourse attractive.

Tokenisation

Citi and SCB Launch 24/7 Tokenised USD Clearing in Thailand

15/07/2026

Siam Commercial Bank becomes the first global client for Citi's blockchain-based service, enabling round-the-clock cross-border USD payments.

Cryptocurrency

Pakistan Crypto Regulation Faces Islamic Law Test After 'Haram' Ruling

15/07/2026

A leading cleric's ruling against crypto has prompted engagement from the country's digital asset regulator amid a broader push for formalisation.

Sustainable Finance

Taiwan Close to Reaching 2030 Green Finance Goal

15/07/2026

Regulators have used capital incentives and new certification schemes to drive investment, hitting 88 percent of the 2030 target ahead of schedule.

Market Risk

Hong Kong Finalises Review Mechanism for Insurance Rate Caps

14/07/2026

Hong Kong’s IA has detailed its review mechanism for illustration rate caps on participating policies, with the first review slated for 2027.