Singapore is doubling down on its position as a global financial powerhouse – backed by a strong regulatory framework and the Monetary Authority of Singapore’s (MAS)’s focus on innovation, resilience and trust.
In this article titled Singapore: A Banking & Finance: Regulatory Overview, published by Chambers and Partners, our Co-Head of Financial Services Regulatory, Elaine Chan, together with Partners Tian Sion Yoong and Chan Jia Hui, unpack the regulatory shifts that will define Singapore’s financial sector in 2025 and beyond. Providing an overview of the key regulatory developments shaping Singapore’s financial landscape in 2025 and beyond, our Partners discuss MAS’ strategic priorities, including driving responsible innovation, strengthening safeguards against money laundering and terrorism financing risks, and advancing sustainability and climate resilience. They also highlight MAS’ recent measures to enhance conduct standards and consumer protection.
Across areas such as technology adoption, payments infrastructure, ESG regulation and market conduct, the article offers practical insights into the policies and initiatives that will influence financial institutions operating in Singapore. Collectively, these developments underscore MAS’ long-term objective of maintaining a competitive, trusted and future-ready financial centre.
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