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US Sanctions Hong Kong Firms Over DRC Conflict Minerals Trade

By Manesh Samtani | 13/08/2025

Two Hong Kong-based export companies have been designated for their alleged role in a supply chain linked to an armed group.

ESG / Sustainability

Malaysia to Develop "Science-Based" Sustainable Finance Taxonomy

By Editors | 12/08/2025

The Joint Committee on Climate Change also plans to issue guidance on new reporting rules and tackle persistent climate data gaps.

Capital / Liquidity

India Plans Credit Guarantees to Shield Small Firms from US Tariffs

By Editors | 12/08/2025

The government will offer guarantees for stressed loans as banks heighten scrutiny of exporters with US market exposure.

Securities / Derivatives

India Imposes Restrictions on Mutual Fund Distributor Fees

By Manesh Samtani | 11/08/2025

SEBI scrapped transaction fees while AMFI imposed a 12-month lock-in on commissions to curb mis-selling and protect investors.

AML / KYC

FATF Establishes New Code of Conduct for Stakeholders

By Editors | 11/08/2025

The FATF has introduced a new code to ensure integrity, professionalism, and respect among all its stakeholders.

Fintech / Regtech

StanChart, Animoca Brands and HKT Form HK Stablecoin Joint Venture

By Editors | 11/08/2025

The joint venture, Anchorpoint Financial, plans to issue a Hong Kong dollar-pegged stablecoin under the city's new regulatory regime.

Securities / Derivatives

Japan FSA Proposes EDINET Taxonomy Update, ISSB Integration Plan

By Editors | 10/08/2025

A draft 2026 taxonomy reflects recent rule changes, while a 2027 development plan confirms the future integration of ISSB sustainability standards.

Fintech / Regtech

KoFIU Launches Study on AML/CFT Standards for Stablecoins

By Manesh Samtani | 09/08/2025

The Financial Intelligence Unit has commissioned research to align with FATF standards ahead of the country's next phase of virtual asset legislation.

Capital / Liquidity

RBI Releases Final Co-lending Framework Effective January 2026

By Nithya Subramanian | 09/08/2025

The framework requires the lender to retain at least 10 percent of individual loan exposures on its books and clearly disclose roles and responsibilities to borrowers.