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    ESG / Sustainability

    China Issues Climate Disclosure Standard With Path to Mandatory Reporting

    By Mark Johnston | 29/12/2025

    The trial standard, aligned with global frameworks, requires voluntary reporting for now but outlines a gradual transition to mandatory disclosure.

    Securities / Derivatives

    China Overhauls Interbank FX Market Rules, Tightens Oversight

    By Editors | 29/12/2025

    New regulations introduce a comprehensive supervisory framework, stricter conduct rules, and formalise data management for all market participants.

    Capital / Liquidity

    Hong Kong Finalises New IRRBB Rules, Adopts Recalibrated Basel Shocks

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 29/12/2025

    The new framework applies more severe, recalibrated interest rate shocks to the existing six-scenario test and a 15% capital trigger for 'outlier' banks, effective from 2026.

    AML / KYC

    Former Malaysian Prime Minister Handed 15-Year Jail Term in 1MDB Trial

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/12/2025

    Najib Razak was convicted on 25 charges of power abuse and money laundering in the massive state fund scandal.

    Trending

    Taiwan Passes Foundational Law to Govern Artificial Intelligence

    By Editors | 26/12/2025

    The new act establishes core principles for AI development and creates a governance structure with a risk-based approach.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Korea Unveils Tax Incentives to Stem Capital Outflows and Bolster Won

    By Editors | 26/12/2025

    New measures include a temporary capital gains tax waiver and support for currency hedging to address surging overseas investment.

    Securities / Derivatives

    China Issues New Rules for Banks to Fund Key Western Trade Corridor

    By Editors | 26/12/2025

    The guidelines direct financial institutions to streamline credit, expand cross-border services, and pilot digital currencies to support the strategic trade route.

    Trending

    Korea to Revamp AML Rules to Target FIs With Weak Controls

    By Editors | 26/12/2025

    KoFIU will introduce penalties for weak controls and incentives for certified staff in its 2026 evaluation programme.

    Enforcement

    Five Eyes Partners Jointly Issue Foreign Bribery Guidance

    By Editors | 26/12/2025

    International taskforce releases a consolidated list of indicators to help FIs and businesses identify and report corruption.

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    Hong Kong Launches New Committee to Build Commodities Hub

    By Editors | 24/12/2025

    The new government-led body will advise on market strategy, with a central clearing system for gold planned for trial in 2026.

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