Inside ASEAN: Philippines(Episode 2)

Inside ASEAN: Philippines(Episode 1)

APRA Issues Update on Capital Reform Policy Settings for Banks

The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) released a letter to authorized deposit-taking institutions to provide an update on key policy settings for the capital framework reforms, which will come into effect from January 01, 2023.

APRA Further Extends Support for Borrowers Impacted by COVID-19

The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) is further extending support for loan repayment deferrals amid pandemic.

HKMA Group Sets Out Next Steps to Advance Sustainable Finance Strategy

The Alliance for Green Commercial Banks, co-launched by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) and the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, hosted the virtual roundtable, “CEO Talk: BUILDING a Green Future.”

APRA Proposes Changes to Guidance on Liquidity Risk Management

The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) proposed revisions to APG 120, the prudential practice guide that aims to assist authorized deposit-taking institutions in the management of liquidity risk.

APRA Proposes Expectations on Preparedness for Negative Interest Rates

The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) granted Alex Bank Pty Ltd a license to operate as a restricted authorized deposit-taking institution and Alex Corporation Limited as a non-operating holding company.

MAS Launches Challenge to Develop Artificial Intelligence Solutions

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) announced the launch of the Global Veritas Challenge.

HKMA Issues Note on LIBOR Transition and Proposal on Resolution Regime

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) is consulting the banking industry on the draft Section 196 of the Financial Institutions (Resolution) Ordinance (Cap. 628) (FIRO) Code of Practice Chapter ST-1 on contractual recognition of suspension of termination rights.

HMT and MAS Forge Partnership for Financial Services Cooperation

MAS and Bank of France (BDF) successfully completed a wholesale cross-border payment and settlement experiment using central bank digital currency (CBDC).

PBC Issues Notice on Strengthening Financial Services for MSMEs

A recently published notice from the People's Bank of China (PBC) discusses a capacity enhancement project to strengthen the provision of financial services to micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs).

How to perform effective hedging strategies for your balance sheet for Liquidity, IRR & FX gaps

In this webinar we will walk you through an ‘how to' on using gap analysis to measure both liquidity and interest rate risk.

MAS Proposes Rule to Strengthen Supervisory Powers Under Banking Act

MAS launched a consultation to strengthen the investigative powers under certain MAS-administered Acts.

MAS Revises Notices and Guidelines Applicable to Banks in Singapore

MAS revised Notice 1005A that sets out the credit grading treatment for credit facilities granted support in response to the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak, between January 01, 2021 and December 31, 2021.

FSC Taiwan on Basel Standards, ESG Disclosure, and Stress Test Results

The Financial Supervisory Commission of Taiwan (FSC Taiwan) published results of the supervisory stress tests for 2021 and decided to postpone the implementation of final Basel III standards for one year, to 2024.

HKMA Intensifies Focus on Regtech Adoption

HKMA published a summary of the flagship Regtech Conference “Unlocking the Power of Regtech,” along with the closing remarks from Arthur Yuen, the Deputy Chief Executive of HKMA.

SBV Amends Circular on Regulations on Ratings of Credit Funds

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) published the Circular No 06/2021/TT-NHNN, which amends and supplements certain articles of Circular No. 39/2013/TT-NHNN on determining, setting up, managing, and using risk provisions of SBV. The Circular No 06/2021/TT-NHNN takes effect from August 16, 2021.

APRA Publishes FAQ on Treatment of Certain Residential Mortgage Loans

APRA published a frequently asked question (FAQ) for authorized deposit-taking institutions on the regulatory capital treatment of loans issued under the federal government's Family Home Guarantee (FHG) and First Home Loan Deposit Scheme (FHLDS) programs.

MAS Launches Global Challenge for Retail CBDC Solutions

MAS announced the launch of a global challenge for retail Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) solutions.

MAS Guidelines on Risk Management Practices and Islamic Banking Rules

MAS published Notices 1108 and 1001 for merchant banks, revised guidelines on the risk management practices of Board of Directors and senior management of financial institutions, and updated guidelines on the application of banking regulations to Islamic banking.

HKMA Announces Publication of Stay Rules in Hong Kong Gazette

HKMA announced that the Financial Institutions (Resolution) (Contractual Recognition of Suspension of Termination Rights—Banking Sector) Rules (also known as Stay Rules) have been published in the Hong Kong Gazette.

APRA Grants License to IN1Bank, to Go Live with APRA Connect Testing

APRA revoked the license for Investec Bank plc, at Investec's request, and granted IN1Bank Ltd an extension of its license to operate for a limited time as a restricted authorized deposit-taking institution under the Banking Act 1959.

MAS Extends COVID-19 Support Measures for Individuals and SMEs

MAS, along with the Association of Banks in Singapore (ABS) and the Finance Houses Association of Singapore (FHAS), announced the final extension of the existing industry-wide support measures for the individuals and small and medium-size enterprises (SMEs).

APRA Updates Validation and Derivation Rules in June 2021

APRA updated the lists of the Direct to APRA (D2A) validation and derivation rules for authorized deposit-taking institutions, insurers, and superannuation entities.

Are We in a Housing Bubble?

The single-family market is hot, with house prices surging in much of the country. Is the market a bubble?

BOT Issues Updates on Debt Restructuring and Dividend Payment Policy

BOT published guidelines for debt restructuring to assist business debtors affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

HKMA Requires Banks to Submit Plans for Fintech Adoption

HKMA is requesting banks to participate in a tech baseline assessment, which forms part of the HKMA Fintech 2025 strategy.

BSP Establishes Guidelines on Open Finance Framework

​The Central Bank of Philippines (Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas or BSP) is advocating the mainstreaming of sustainable finance as part of its broader efforts to promote a resilient, inclusive, and low-carbon economy.

How to perform FTP and IRR Stress Testing post IBOR transition

The next episode of the Practical Steps in Solving ALM Problems will walk you through a ‘how to' on he new benchmark curve inputs for FTP and IRRBB

HKMA to Increase Focus on Suptech and Regtech Cloud Adoption

HKMA published the seventh and final issue of the Regtech Watch series, which outlines the three-year roadmap of HKMA to integrate supervisory technology, or suptech, into its processes.