Bangkok, June 12, 2009 ? Securities regulators in Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand jointly, announced today that they have implemented the ASEAN and Plus Standards Scheme ("the Scheme") for multi-jurisdictional offerings of securities in ASEAN.  The scheme reflects the desire of ASEAN securities regulators to facilitate fund raising activities within ASEAN and to enhance the visibility of ASEAN capital markets as an attractive investment destination for global investors.The Scheme will facilit...

At the cabinet meeting on 10 March 2020, the cabinet approved several measures in the first-phase relief package to reduce both direct and indirect impact of the COVID-19 epidemic on the economy. In a move to restore capital market confidence, the cabinet approved an additional tax privilege for people who purchase investment units in Super Savings Fund (SSF) which invests not less than 65% of net asset value in listed securities on the Stock Exchange of Thailand. Investors are permitted...

The ASEAN Capital Markets Forum (ACMF) welcomed the progress achieved by the ASEAN Green Bond Standards at its meeting today. Since its launch in November 2017, the ASEAN Green Bond Standards have gained encouraging traction and there have been three issuances from Malaysia and Singapore carrying the ASEAN Green Bond label. The first sovereign sukuk in ASEAN issued by Indonesia is aligned with the ASEAN Green Bond Standards.The progress of the ASEAN Green Bond Standards demonstrates the region's...

questionable corporate governance issues that could lead to a conflict of interest. (Normally, institutional investors may use several measures such as seeking clarification in writing, meeting with independent

asset allocation more efficiently. This would support the development of investment types or strategies that are more versatile in response to investor demands while maintaining preventive measures on

rules, conditions and procedures as specified in the notification of the Capital Market Supervisory Board by failed to implement an adequate system to ensure the accurate and complete management and

implement  I Code in the financial management for its members. The I Code is a guideline for financial management of institutional investors, which emphasizes sustainable returns, as well as responsible

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