Other Asia Pacific

Bangladesh Bank Replaces Boards of 3 More Private Banks

By Nithya Subramanian | 19/03/2025

Since Bangladesh’s political transition in August 2024, the central bank has restructured the boards of 14 banks in total.

Fintech / Regtech

Cambodia, Thailand Partner With UnionPay on Cross-Border Payments

By Mark Johnston | 18/03/2025

Users of Cambodia’s Bakong app can make cross-border payments by scanning UnionPay and WeChat Pay QR codes.

Market Infrastructure

Vietnam Set to Launch New Trading System After 10yr Delay

By Mark Johnston | 18/03/2025

The project to develop the new system was approved in 2012 for deployment in 2015. It is now expected to launch in May this year.

Australia to Guarantee ANZ Operations in Pacific Islands

By Thisanka Siripala | 18/03/2025

ANZ will invest an additional AUD 50 million to help address a decline in the number of foreign banks willing to serve the region.

Market Infrastructure

Fiji, PNG Advance Plan to Jointly Establish Market Infrastructure

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/03/2025

SPX and PNGX Group are looking to adopt a single integrated, end-to-end trading platform and CSD solution.

Capital / Liquidity

SBV Proposes Amendments to Deposit Insurance Law

By Nithya Subramanian | 17/03/2025

The proposed amendments hope to enhance financial stability, expand investment options for the DIV, and strengthen deposit protection measures.

Capital / Liquidity

Bangladesh Bank Eases Exit Policy for Loan Defaulters

By Nithya Subramanian | 14/03/2025

The central bank hopes the revised policy will encourage more borrowers to settle their debts, improving overall financial stability.

Fintech / Regtech

Singapore and Vietnam Strengthen Regulatory Cooperation

By Nithya Subramanian | 14/03/2025

Regulators will collaborate on capital markets, digital assets, cross-border payment connectivity, and fintech growth.

Fintech / Regtech

Unlocking ASEAN’s Potential: AI’s Role in Shaping the Region’s Banking Future

By Bradley Maclean | 13/03/2025

ASEAN has an opportunity to transform the region’s banking sector by leveraging AI. But a unified vision is essential to unlock the region’s full potential in AI-driven banking.