ESG / Sustainability

Pakistan Regulator, IFC Launch Project to Boost Corporate ESG Standards

24/07/2025

The three-year initiative aims to develop regulatory frameworks and build capacity to align Pakistan's corporate sector with international sustainability practices.

Capital / Liquidity

Reforms Driving Lower NPAs at Indian Public Sector Banks: Minister

23/07/2025

The gross NPA ratio has fallen sharply from 9.11% to 2.58% over a four-year period, while the total value of bad loans has more than halved.

Capital / Liquidity

Korean Lawmakers Approve Amendments to Double Deposit Protection Limit

23/07/2025

South Korea's Cabinet has approved legislative revisions to double deposit protection coverage, bolstering depositor confidence and financial stability.

Securities / Derivatives

SGX Lists First SGD-Hedged ETF Tracking China's ChiNext

23/07/2025

SGX debuted an ETF linked to China's ChiNext Index, offering SGD-hedged exposure through the ETF Connect scheme with Shenzhen.

Enforcement

China Confirms Wells Fargo Exec Involved in 'Criminal Case'

23/07/2025

China has confirmed the US banker is part of a criminal probe. Reportedly, a US Commerce Department employee has also been subject to an exit ban since April.

Crypto / Digital Assets

OJK to Impose 'Fit and Proper' Tests on Fintech and Crypto Leaders

23/07/2025

The new regulation, effective from 1 October 2025, aims to strengthen governance and integrity for key personnel at digital asset firms.

Thailand Appoints State Banker Vitai Ratanakorn as New Central Bank Chief

23/07/2025

The appointment of a perceived rate-cut advocate follows public friction between the government and the incumbent over monetary policy direction.

AML / KYC

Malaysia SC Defends Regulatory Framework for Digital Assets

22/07/2025

The SC has clarified its collaborative approach with BNM, highlighting existing rules and robust enforcement against illicit activities.

Sanctions

China Vows Retaliation Against EU Sanctions Against Banks

22/07/2025

China has condemned the EU’s decision to sanction two banks for the first time, threatening countermeasures and escalating tensions ahead of a key summit.