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APRA Releases Retirement Product Performance Data

By Editors | 27/06/2025

The published data provides insights into superannuation product performance, including fees and returns.

Enforcement

ICAC Charges Ex-HSBC Bankers with Bribery

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/06/2025

The ICAC has charged former HSBC bank employees and intermediaries with bribery linked to opening accounts.

ESG / Sustainability

ICMA Principles Release Guidance on Sustainable Bonds for Nature

By Editors | 27/06/2025

A new practitioner’s guide and other updates aim to enhance transparency and standardisation in the sustainable bond market.

MAS to Consider Stronger Safeguards for Inter-bank Transfers

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/06/2025

Currently, with no built-in verification of recipient names, the onus is on the sender to ensure the accuracy of inter-bank transfers.

Securities / Derivatives

China Launches First Offshore Gold Vault in Hong Kong

By Manesh Samtani | 27/06/2025

The Shanghai Gold Exchange also listed its first gold contracts on its International Board that can be delivered in Hong Kong.

Capital / Liquidity

MAS Outlines Supervisory Expectations for VCCs

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/06/2025

A thematic review revealed gaps in custody arrangements, director appointments, fund management substance, and anti-money laundering controls.

ESG / Sustainability

SBF Suggests ISSB Climate Disclosure Deadline Extension

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/06/2025

It has recommended extending compliance deadline by one to two years and designate a central platform for digital reporting of climate-related disclosures.

Crypto / Digital Assets

FATF Calls on Jurisdictions to Bolster Efforts on Crypto Supervision

By Manesh Samtani | 27/06/2025

FATF issued its latest progress report on the implementation of AML/CFT measures for virtual assets and a best practice paper for Travel Rule implementation.

Market Infrastructure

HKMA, AIIB Agree to Support Emerging Asia Venture Capital

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/06/2025

HKMA and AIIB will collaborate to invest in a portfolio of VC funds that prioritise green technology across emerging markets in Asia.