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India's CCIL Seeks European Recognition to Ease Bond Trading

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/04/2026

The move follows a recent agreement between Indian and EU regulators, potentially lowering costs for European banks trading Indian debt.

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Hong Kong Officials Urge Asian Bourses to Unite for Global Capital

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/04/2026

At a major regional summit, Hong Kong’s finance chief called for a shift from competition to collaboration to attract investment.

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NEC Launches Shared Cybersecurity Centre for Japan's Regional Banks

By Manesh Samtani | 22/04/2026

The initiative aims to help smaller FIs address rising cyber threats, talent shortages, and regulatory demands through a collaborative framework and shared services.

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New BOK Chief Signals Major Overhaul of Stability, FX Frameworks

By Manesh Samtani | 22/04/2026

Shin Hyun-song has outlined a new policy direction focused on a wider financial stability role, won internationalisation, and digital currency innovation.

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BOJ Paper Urges Adoption of Stricter Open API Security Standards

By Manesh Samtani | 22/04/2026

Research paper recommends financial firms look beyond the FAPI 2.0 baseline, incorporating tougher overseas measures to bolster open finance security.

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Chittagong Stock Exchange Seeks India's Support for Derivatives Market

By Editors | 21/04/2026

The Chittagong Stock Exchange is looking to India's MCX as a blueprint for a new commodity derivatives market.

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India's MCX Gets SEBI Approval to Launch Coal Exchange

By Nithya Subramanian | 21/04/2026

MCX will invest up to INR 1 billion in the new venture, aiming to create a regulated platform for physical coal trading.

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HKEX to Overhaul Listing Rules for Structured Products

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/04/2026

HKEX is updating issuer eligibility and product requirements following a market consultation, with changes taking effect from May 2026.

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ASX Launches First Phase of CHESS Replacement Project

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/04/2026

ASX has launched the new clearing component of its CHESS system, with the second phase for settlement services targeted for 2029.