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Japan
Japan FSA Scrutinising Bank Lending Practices – Reports
By Editors | 27/04/2024
The FSA is concerned that non-performing loans could emerge following the move away from negative interest rates starting last month.
Sanctions
Japan Proposes to Tighten Export Control Regulations
By Editors | 27/04/2024
Companies would be required to report transfers of technology in areas where Japan has an advantage over other countries, and seek approval for such exports.
Sanctions
US, Japan, Korea to Collaborate on Technology Export Controls
By Editors | 26/04/2024
The launch of the “Disruptive Technology Protection Network” comes amid US calls for Japan and Korea to tighten controls on chip-related exports to China.
AML / KYC
FSA Launches AML Probe into Tokyo’s Kiraboshi Bank
By Mark Johnston | 25/04/2024
The bank did not perform checks on around 80 large remittances made by a customer over less than two months, despite the suspicious circumstances.
Capital / Liquidity
Japanese Banks Resilient Despite Interest Rate, Real Estate Risks
By Mark Johnston | 25/04/2024
BOJ said Japanese banks can withstand various financial stresses, but vulnerabilities warrant close monitoring.
Market Infrastructure
BOJ, FSA Publish Results from Cybersecurity Self-Assessments
By Mark Johnston | 25/04/2024
The results reveal that challenges remain in securing and training cybersecurity personnel and managing third-party risks.
Market Infrastructure
TFX Consults on Termination of Three-Month Euroyen Futures
By Mark Johnston | 25/04/2024
TFX seeks public comments on the termination of trading for three-month Euroyen futures by 7 May 2024.
Market Infrastructure
Japan, Korea, US Finance Ministers Hold First Trilateral Meeting
By Editors | 18/04/2024
The ministers agreed to “consult closely” on FX markets and to cooperate on financial stability and the use of sanctions.
Japan Attempts to Tackle Investment Scam Ads on Social Media
By Editors | 11/04/2024
A bill has been submitted to the Diet to implement requirements for social media platform operators to take action against false advertisements.
Japan Launches New Organisation to Boost Financial Literacy
By Editors | 09/04/2024
The new organisation will aim to enrich financial and economic education and contribute to improving financial literacy in Japan.
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