Structural Regulation

Malaysia Issues Guidance to Deepen Shariah Alignment in Sukuk Market

02/07/2026

The new guidance encourages issuers and Shariah advisers to go beyond mere compliance and demonstrate alignment with the higher objectives of Islamic law.

Payments & Settlements

India's UPI to Launch in Seychelles Under New Bilateral Pact

01/07/2026

The agreement between NPCI and the Central Bank of Seychelles is part of a broader set of deals including an extradition treaty and a major credit line.

Credit Risk

Bangladesh Bank Offers 'Special Exit' to Tackle Soaring NPLs

01/07/2026

The one-time facility allows banks to waive all interest for defaulters who settle their entire outstanding loan in a single payment.

Cryptocurrency

Taiwan Enacts Landmark Virtual Asset Service Act

01/07/2026

The new law introduces a full licensing regime for VASPs, strict rules for stablecoin issuers including a ban on yields, and heavy penalties for market manipulation.

Credit Risk

FSC Korea Tightens New Start Fund with Crypto, Unlisted Stock Checks

01/07/2026

Rules for the state-run debt restructuring fund will be enhanced to prevent moral hazard and better target support for small businesses and the self-employed.

Credit Risk

Bangladesh Bank Eases Rules on Consumer, Auto Lending

01/07/2026

The central bank has extended personal loan tenures and removed a key growth cap to boost consumer credit and support domestic manufacturing.

Payments & Settlements

Bangladesh Mandates Bangla QR for All Merchant Payments

01/07/2026

The central bank's move, effective 1 July, aims to accelerate the country's transition towards a cashless economy and enhance regulatory oversight.

Structural Regulation

India Mutual Fund Body Renews Overseas Investment Push

01/07/2026

The industry association is lobbying regulators to raise the USD 7 billion limit, which has choked off access to global markets for local investors.

Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Bangladesh Finance Companies Ordered to Strengthen Anti Fraud Warnings

30/06/2026

The central bank has directed finance companies to warn customers against sharing credentials, suspicious links, and offers from unlicensed loan apps.