Thủ tướng Chính phủ just approved a plan to reform the Vietnamese financial market. Here's what it means for banking and investment firms in the region.

1️⃣ Thủ tướng Chính phủ — Decision No. 1413/QĐ-TTg
The Prime Minister today approved a plan to reform and develop the local financial and capital market to boost long-term stability.
This hits banks and securities firms in the country, including foreign branches and insurance providers.
Firms must expect changes to bank norms, AML rules, and new ESG standards in the months ahead.

2️⃣ Consumer Affairs Agency — Action against Purchase Operators
The regulator issued formal orders against R-group, Capital Link, and Two-call for deceptive door-to-door purchase practices yesterday.
This hits the named firms and serves as a key benchmark for the Japanese retail and services market.
Firms must stop specific deals during the suspension and file reports on their internal governance reforms soon.

3️⃣ SRAFM — Order No. 406-p on Leasing Reporting
The Service issued Order No. 406-p for a new official way to calculate norms and mandate updated reporting templates.
This shift hits all leasing firms in Kyrgyzstan, requiring a fix of data collection and submission processes.
Teams must ensure systems can calculate the new capital and liquidity ratios before the next filing period.

4️⃣ ACCC — Mobile Services Inquiry Launch
The commission launched a new inquiry to see if the current rules promote competition and protect mobile users today.
This hits mobile network operators and those who manage phone and data infrastructure across the country.
The regulator will now gather evidence to see if current spectrum and wholesale access rules are sufficient.

5️⃣ UBCKNN — Certificate for Public Offering
The commission officially issued a certificate for Hoang Anh Gia Lai International Investment to start a new initial public offering.
This hits the firm and its advisors, as well as institutional investors active in the local market.
The firm must now fulfill disclosure rules, including the prospectus and the management of the future subscription period.

Beyond these priority updates, the Bank of Japan released meeting minutes discussing policy paths, while the Reserve Bank of India Governor issued a statement on economic stability. Additionally, the Korea Internet and Security Agency launched a cyber threat service, and the Central Bank of Sri Lanka promoted digital payment expansion in Jaffna.

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— Elena Navarro · Managing Editor, RegNext
Daily Asia-Pacific Radar · Wednesday 05 Aug 2026
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