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Securities / Derivatives
Thailand, Cambodia Sign MoU on Cross-Border Listings
By Editors | 20/09/2019
A working group will be formed to implement mechanisms for cross-border equity offerings, dual listings and depositary receipts between the two countries.
Enforcement
Philippines Moves to End Abusive Practices by Fintech Lenders
By Editors | 18/09/2019
A code of ethics and code of conduct have been adopted by members of FinTechAlliance.ph prohibiting the harassment and shaming of delinquent borrowers.
AML / KYC
Financial Institutions Must Adapt and Innovate or Be Left Behind
By Greg Watson | 13/09/2019
Outdated systems are preventing one in four Asia Pacific banks from investing in disruptive technologies, says Greg Watson, citing a recent Fenergo survey.
BSP Revises Rules to ‘Institutionalise’ Consumer Protection at Banks
By Editors | 11/09/2019
The BSP has revised its financial consumer protection framework to ensure banks conduct their business ethically and refrain from practices that may cause harm to consumers.
Market Infrastructure
Thailand to Digitise Capital Market Processes with DLT
By Editors | 05/09/2019
The project aims to reduce the documentary procedures required in processes related to share issuances and offerings, securities registration, settlement and delivery, and KYC.
Capital / Liquidity
SBV Lists Criteria for Assuming Control of Troubled Banks
By Editors | 05/09/2019
The State Bank of Vietnam has issued a circular outlining seven conditions under which it will impose ‘special control’ over credit institutions.
Securities / Derivatives
Sri Lanka Proposes Easing of Stock Market Listing Criteria
By Editors | 05/09/2019
Companies will no longer be required to have three years of consecutive profits to list on the main board of the Colombo Stock Exchange.
Market Infrastructure
GRI Sets Up in Singapore to Promote Sustainability Reporting in ASEAN
By Editors | 04/09/2019
The new ASEAN hub will generate valuable know-how for ESG reporting and sustainable finance, and contribute to Singapore’s development as a financial centre, says SGX CEO Tan Boon Gin.
Market Infrastructure
Philippines Signs Islamic Banking Framework into Law
By Editors | 03/09/2019
The law grants Islamic banks powers to carry out the business of a bank in accordance with Sharia principles, in addition to the general powers granted to corporations.
AML / KYC
Philippines Launches Pilot Test of New National ID System
By Editors | 02/09/2019
The pilot test phase will initially focus on government and welfare services, but will later be expanded to include financial services.
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