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Who's in charge when AI takes charge? Hong Kong's banking regulator launches Project SAGE as it explores safeguards for autonomous financial transactions.

The two financial centres are advancing regulatory frameworks and attracting investment as banks and tech companies expand AI capabilities in Asia.

Oman's second largest bank is looking to connect Middle East capital with mainland China and the rest of Asia.

European demand for Singaporean credit remains strong.

As investors show more confidence in China's onshore bond market, Singapore's UOB priced a three-year panda bond at 1.83% on March 18, while Deutsche Bank and BNP Paribas also issued panda bonds worth over Rmb5bn this month.

The Australian bond market has seen a record start to the year, with A$69bn being issued so far in 2025, with robust investor liquidity and tightened spreads.

The bank's group chief executive said he wants to "pursue a portfolio career going forward", as Q1 earnings beat expectations.

UOB Vietnam CEO, Victor Ngo, is optimistic about the market’s pandemic recovery and its elevation in status as a key Asian manufacturing hub.

Gokul Laroia assumes full leadership responsibility across the region following the announcement by Wei Sun Christianson of her retirement, after having served 20 years at the bank.