, as well as business operators in the capital market. The objective is to enhance supervisory standards in line with evolving risks and to strengthen the overall effectiveness of preventing misconduct
The SEC is considering measures to further enhance the protection of benefits for employees who are fund members and to ensure that information is sufficiently complete for the provision of services
Following the SEC’s public hearing on the principles for amending the above regulations during November–December 2025 and the public hearing on the draft notifications during April–May 2026, most respondents agreed with the proposed principles and draft notifications. The key aspects are summarized as follows: (1) Enhancing clarity in PFS disclosure requirements by stipulating that disclosures must be clear, transparent, and not misleading regarding the policy, type, risks, or returns of...
The SEC has endorsed the concept of requiring audit firms to maintain an appropriate number of auditors in the capital market to enhance their overall strength and ensure sufficient staff to provide
According to the SEC Strategic Plan, the goal of building competitiveness can be achieved through standard rules and regulations. In this regard, the regulatory guillotine scheme,* which focuses on review of rules and regulations to maintain only necessary ones and ensure effective enforcement, can help SEC build a body of standard regulations in line with the changing environment without compromising appropriate investor protection and convenience for business operation.The SEC therefore...
“Director Pool”, a database for nomination of directors who have appropriate qualifications and skills, which is another initiative that helps enhance women’s exposure to corporate leadership and directorship
The SEC supports PVDs as a long-term savings and investment mechanism for promoting post-retirement financial security and has considered amendments to the relevant rules to protect members’ rights in a fair and transparent manner, while enhancing the quality of services provided by business operators. The SEC has therefore incorporated feedback and suggestions from relevant stakeholders to revise the proposed principles, making them clearer, more appropriate and flexible, while facilitating bus...
As the Thai capital market enters an important phase of transition, requiring it to adapt to regional competition, shifting investor behavior, and technological developments, the SEC has prioritized structural measures in collaboration with government agencies and capital market organizations. These measures are intended to enable the Thai capital market to serve as both an efficient source of fundraising for the business sector and a reliable avenue for the public’s long-term savings and invest...