Bangkok, June 13, 2014 ? The SEC is seeking public comment on rule revisions on subscription, underwriting, and allotment of newly issued securities and securities underwriting. The revisions aim at eliminating obstacles for issuing companies while maintaining proper protection and fairness in allotment of securities for investors. Also, rules on prevention of conflict of interest arising from securities underwriting will also be revised in responsive to current circumstances.  The consultation...

Mr. Thawatchai Pittayasophon, SEC Deputy Secretary-General, Acting Secretary-General, clarified: “The SEC, to the best effort, has taken actions under the authority in this case, e.g., instructing the company to disclose information, extend the scope of special audit, and notify investors; and cooperating with relevant law enforcement agencies. We have, so far, made substantial progress in the investigations into the case. With regard to investor rights protection, the SEC has rendered ful...