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New MOU to enhance fintech regulation in GBA
New MOU to enhance fintech regulation in GBA 1400 788 Hauzen LLP
This new network link-up creates a one-stop platform for firms to conduct pilot trials of cross-boundary fintech initiatives in HK and GBA cities concurrently.

SFC’s Revised Guidelines on Competence effective 1 Jan 2022
SFC’s Revised Guidelines on Competence effective 1 Jan 2022 1401 788 Hauzen LLP
In this two-part series, we will focus on the key changes under the Competence Guidelines for Responsible Officers and Licensed Representatives.

Joint Inspection by IA & HKMA on use of premium financing to take out long term insurance policies in Hong Kong
Joint Inspection by IA & HKMA on use of premium financing to take out long term insurance policies in Hong Kong 1401 788 Hauzen LLP
On 30 September 2021, the Insurance Authority and the Hong Kong Monetary Authority published a circular on the IA and the HKMA’s joint inspection exercise relating to premium financing of long term insurance policies in Hong Kong.

Fraud Exception in Summary Judgments Abolished
Fraud Exception in Summary Judgments Abolished 1401 786 Hauzen LLP
Victims of fraud can soon seek recourse at an early stage of legal proceedings without lengthy trials and unnecessary legal costs.
Financial Services Regulation

HKSAR Govt welcomes passage of Securities and Futures (Amd) Bill 2021 & Limited Partnership Fund and Business Reg Legislation (Amd) Bill 2021
HKSAR Govt welcomes passage of Securities and Futures (Amd) Bill 2021 & Limited Partnership Fund and Business Reg Legislation (Amd) Bill 2021 1920 1080 Hauzen LLP
On 30 September 2021, the Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury welcomed the passage of the Securities and Futures (Amendment) Bill 2021 and Limited Partnership Fund and Business Registration Legislation (Amendment) Bill 2021 by the Legislative Council, which are intended to spur the rapid development of the asset and wealth management business of Hong Kong.

SFC reminds public of importance of seeking Executive’s approval of special deals
SFC reminds public of importance of seeking Executive’s approval of special deals 1920 1080 Hauzen LLP
In the SFC’s Takeovers Bulletin published in September 2021, the Securities and Futures Commission (the “SFC”) reminded the public of the importance of seeking the takeover executive’s (the “Executive”) approval of special deals. This article provides an overview of the recent development in this area.
Financial Services Regulation

HKEx Guidance Materials on Paperless Listing & Subscription Regime, Online Display of Documents & Reduction of Types of Documents on Display
HKEx Guidance Materials on Paperless Listing & Subscription Regime, Online Display of Documents & Reduction of Types of Documents on Display 1920 1080 Hauzen LLP
On 23 September 2021, HKEx published guidance materials on Listing Rule amendments adopted in the Consultation Conclusions on Paperless Listing & Subscription Regime, Online Display of Documents and Reduction of the Types of Documents on Display.

Update on how Hong Kong court approaches offshore soft-touch provisional liquidation
Update on how Hong Kong court approaches offshore soft-touch provisional liquidation 150 150 Hauzen LLP
This article examine the recent development of the laws regarding soft-touch provisional liquidation.

Carried Interest Tax Concession Regime for Private Equity Funds
Carried Interest Tax Concession Regime for Private Equity Funds 1401 788 Hauzen LLP
New regime operates to provide tax concession at both the salaries tax and profits tax levels.  

Joint announcement by HKMA & PBoC on implementation arrangements of cross-boundary wealth management connect scheme
Joint announcement by HKMA & PBoC on implementation arrangements of cross-boundary wealth management connect scheme 1400 788 Hauzen LLP
In September 2021, the HKMA and the PBoC released a joint announcement on the implementation arrangements for the cross-boundary wealth management connect pilot scheme in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.
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