OTHER ASIA PACIFIC

Crypto / Digital Assets

Pakistan to Regulate Crypto with New Regulatory Authority

By Nithya Subramanian | 04/06/2025

The government plans to launch a national Bitcoin wallet and has established a new body to regulate cryptocurrency.

AML / KYC

Scam Liability in Asia: A Spectrum of Policies, One Common Fight

By Anurag Mohapatra | 04/06/2025

Asia’s diverse anti-scam policies reflect local contexts, Anurag Mohapatra writes, highlighting the need for trust, coordination, and accountability.

Capital / Liquidity

Vietnam to Update Rules for Bank Asset Management Companies

By Editors | 03/06/2025

The SBV is updating its regulations for bank AMCs to tackle non-performing loans and attract foreign investors to the debt market.

Securities / Derivatives

Cambodian Rating Agency Approved for Operations in Laos

By Editors | 03/06/2025

The Rating Agency of Cambodia has received approval to operate in Laos, as securities regulators in both countries work to deepen ties.

Securities / Derivatives

Sri Lanka’s CDS and Sampath Bank Partner to Ease Foreign Investment

By Editors | 03/06/2025

Sri Lanka’s CDS and Sampath Bank collaborate to streamline foreigner onboarding, aiming to boost investment in Sri Lankan capital markets.

Korean Banks Receive Approval to Advance Vietnam Expansion Plans

By Editors | 03/06/2025

IBK received a confirmation letter allowing it to initiate the process of establishing a Vietnam subsidiary. KDB received a similar letter regarding a new branch.

Fintech / Regtech

Cambodia Detains Japanese Nationals for Suspected Fraud Operations

By Nithya Subramanian | 02/06/2025

Japanese nationals have been taken into custody in Cambodia, with authorities preparing  their deportation once charges are confirmed.

ESG / Sustainability

RIAA Launches 3rd Investor Toolkit to Tackle Human Rights Risks

By Editors | 02/06/2025

RIAA released the latest edition of its toolkit to help investors address human rights risks and promote ethical value chains.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Vietnamese Woman Arrested in Thailand over Alleged Crypto Fraud

By Editors | 30/05/2025

Ngo Thi Theu faces charges for her involvement in a crypto investment fraud that employed call centres in Vietnam and Cambodia.