The Reserve Bank of Australia just ended credit and debit card surcharges nationwide. Here's what it means for payment processors, retail merchants, acquiring banks, and financial firms across the region.
1️⃣ Reserve Bank of Australia — Credit and Debit Card Surcharges End Today
The Reserve Bank of Australia banned merchant card surcharges on credit and debit payments nationwide.
This regulatory policy shift directly impacts acquiring banks, payment gateway firms, and retail merchants.
Impacted entities must immediately update point of sale systems, card agreements, and key fee disclosures to stay compliant.
2️⃣ Consumer Affairs Agency — Partial Revision of Food Labeling Standards
Japan's Consumer Affairs Agency issued an official notice revising national food labeling standards and rules.
The updated disclosure rules apply directly to food producers, product importers, wholesale suppliers, and retail sellers.
Covered business firms must audit existing packaging inventory, update ingredient lists, and align all labeling operations.
3️⃣ Ủy ban Chứng khoán Nhà nước (UBCKNN) — Share Offering Registration Certificate Issued
Vietnam's State Securities Commission issued a Certificate of Registration for additional shares of BAF Vietnam.
This regulatory approval directly impacts BAF Vietnam Joint Stock Company, equity underwriters, and public investors.
The issuing entity and financial advisors will proceed with equity distribution procedures under statutory market oversight.
4️⃣ Ministry of Finance — Announcement of 30-Year JGBs to Be Issued in October 2026
Japan's Ministry of Finance announced scheduled terms for the October 2026 issuance of 30-year government bonds.
The sovereign debt issuance affects primary dealer banks, institutional debt buyers, pension funds, and asset managers.
Market participants must adjust capital allocations, review yield positions, and prepare trading accounts ahead of auctions.
5️⃣ Hong Kong Police Force — Police National Security Department Conducts Arrest Operation
Hong Kong's Police National Security Department conducted a targeted arrest operation under national security law.
This regulatory enforcement action impacts compliance officers, legal counsel, risk management teams, and regulated entities.
Firms operating within the region must review operational risk protocols, staff procedures, and governance frameworks.
Full analysis in the attached RegNext Daily Asia-Pacific Radar carousel.
— Elena Navarro · Managing Editor, RegNext
Daily Asia-Pacific Radar · Thursday 01 Oct 2026
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