Managers of Wealth Asia Pacific

Law Firm Expands Southeast Asia Presence

Stephenson Harwood is committed to Southeast Asia, and to growing our practice there.

Hong Kong-Brunei ties strengthened

We will be happy to see continuous upgrading of the cooperation between Hong Kong and Asean members countries.

China's wealth managers look to profit from risk and capital crackdowns

Beijing’s clampdown since last year on sending capital outside the country was also opening up opportunities for domestic wealth managers in China, they said.

China's Regulators Consider Suspending All ICOs

The report indicates regulators could possibly suspend all ICOs.

Credit Suisse Sued by Billionaire in Singapore and New Zealand

He could not have acted alone over such a long period of time.

U.S. watchdog may fine Habib Bank, Pakistan's biggest lender, up to $630 mln

The DFS said in a filing that HBL's compliance was "dangerously weak"

CBA hit with second regulatory probe after money laundering claims

CBA was sued this month by financial intelligence agency AUSTRAC which alleges that criminals and terror financiers laundered millions of dollars through CBA accounts – the first lawsuit of its kind against a major Australian bank and exposing CBA t

Is Hong Kong's Reputation for Financial Secrecy About to Change?

Hong Kong commits to identifying companies’ beneficial owners – or does it?

ASIC reports on corporate finance regulation – January to June 2017

ASIC has today published its seventh report on the regulation of corporate finance issues in Australia. The report, which covers the period January to June 2017, provides companies and their advisers with insights into ASIC’s regulatory approach in

Appleby Advises On 20 HKEX Listings During 2017

BGMC International is a construction services company based in Malays

Black money: Swiss parl panel to discuss auto sharing of banking info with India and others

The Federal Council adopted a resolution on June 15 regarding introduction of AEOIs with 41 jurisdictions including India.

51 bankers, businessmen on trial in Vietnam for fraud

Tham is accused of approving the loan to the Trung Dung real estate company without proper collateral.

HK securities watchdog signs pact with police to fight financial crime

The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region is a major international financial centre.

APRA launches inquiry into CBA

APRA chairman Wayne Byres said the decision to initiate a prudential inquiry followed a number of issues which have raised concerns regarding the frameworks and practices, and have damaged the bank's reputation and public standing.

Big four banks agree to ASIC contract changes

The four banks have acted on the call from the regulator to change their practices and address concerns raised.

Chinese Bitcoin Exchanges Accused of Misappropriating Client Funds

Leading Chinese exchanges have been accused of using customer funds to make high-risk private investments.

Government opens doors to offshore investment vehicles

It will also provide cost-effective opportunities to gain investment exposure to a wider range of assets.

Chinese prosecutor war on 'financial crocodiles' gathers pace

The aim of the directive is to curtail the “spread of corruption”

BSP sets tougher guidelines on corporate governance

The amendments also aim to promote an environment that fosters the critical exchange of views and exercise of objective judgment.

Commonwealth Bank faces class action over money-laundering scandal

Lawyers announce potential lawsuit on behalf of shareholders hurt by the sharp fall in the bank’s shares

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