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Philippines Streamlines Bank Merger Application Processes
By Editors | 07/11/2021
A five agency agreement will see documentary requirements cut in half and total processing times reduced from 160 to 55 business days.
Market Infrastructure
New Alliances Target Energy Infrastructure, Lower Emissions
By Mark Johnston | 05/11/2021
The GEAPP has committed $100bn to clean energy infrastructure. ADB announced a plan to finance early closures of coal plants in Indonesia and the Philippines.
Fintech / Regtech
OJK Indonesia Directs Banks to Prioritise Digital Transformation
By Editors | 02/11/2021
OJK says banks need to prioritise digital transformation to improve their competitiveness and ensure the overall resilience of the banking sector.
AML / KYC
IFC to Develop e-KYC Infrastructure for Bangladesh
By Editors | 31/10/2021
International Finance Corporation will help Bangladesh’s FIU develop e-KYC infrastructure to advance digital transformation and financial inclusion.
ESG / Sustainability
BSP Directs Banks to Integrate Environmental, Social Risks
By Editors | 31/10/2021
Banks have to integrate environmental and social risk in their risk management frameworks and when defining their credit strategy.
Market Infrastructure
Malaysia, Thailand Expand Local Currency Settlement Framework
By Editors | 31/10/2021
Malaysian and Thai businesses and individuals can use local currencies to make cross-border payments for trade, investment, income and transfer.
Capital / Liquidity
BOT Relaxes Mortgage Lending Rules to Boost Property Market
By Editors | 28/10/2021
The BOT is allowing LTV ratios of up to 110 percent, including top-up loans for home decoration, for first homes priced below THB 10 million.
Big Picture
US, EU Policy Normalisation Presents Risks for Asia: BIS
By Editors | 25/10/2021
While Asian emerging markets are better placed to withstand tightening global financial conditions, there are lingering causes for concern, says Agustín Carstens.
AML / KYC
FATF Keeps Pakistan on Grey List with 4 Action Items Outstanding
By Editors | 21/10/2021
Marcus Pleyer said “there is no discussion on blacklisting Pakistan” as its government has demonstrated a “clear commitment” and is cooperating with the FATF.
Securities / Derivatives
BIS Announces Plans to Launch Asian Green Bond Fund
By Editors | 21/10/2021
The fund will help channel central bank reserves to green projects in Asia Pacific, complementing two other green bond funds already launched by the BIS.
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