Asia
singapore implements strict rules for rating
The Monetary Authority of Singapore has implemented a new regulatory framework and code of conduct for credit rating agencies (CRA).
aam lures shoon from ipp
AAM Advisory, an expat-focussed Singapore advisory firm which had its origins as a local franchise of PKF, has lured Mark Shoon from IPP Financial Advisers to be its head of compliance.
kinetic opens first office in asia
Kinetic Partners, a company which provides professional services to the asset management, investment banking and broking industry, has opened its first office in Asia.
manulife hong kong sales force hits 5000
The number of full-time agents selling Manulife insurance products in the Hong Kong market touched 5,000 at the end of 2011, a 9% increase over the preceding 12 months, Manulife Hong Kong said yesterday.
osborne says london to trade renminbi
UK Chancellor George Osborne today announced plans to make the City of London a major international renminbi trading centre, as Britain seeks to establish itself as major player in the increasingly important Chinese currency trade.