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Japan – Govt Issues Consultation on Sensitive Industries

On 19 June 2024, the Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, and Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism launched a public consultation on the draft amendment to the core business sectors of the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act to secure stable supply chains. Submissions may be submitted: by mail: 3-3-1 Kasumigaseki,…
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S Korea – FSS Short Selling Guide Proposal

On 13 June 2024, SK FSS proposed guidelines and checklist on short selling. Guidance includes Internal control guidelines on short selling, Guidelines on internal position management systems, as well as Checklist for short seller review. Follows SK FSC, FSS June 2024 extended short sale ban until March 2025. Administrative Guidance Prescribes internal control and internal…
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S Korea – FSC Issues Short Selling Reform Measures

On 13 June 2024, SK FSC, SK FSS launched short selling reform measures. SK FSC, SK FSS launched short sale reform measures to resolve illegal/unfair issues. SK FSC, FSS extended the short selling ban until 30 March 2025 same day. Follows SK FSS April 2024 issued measures re trade prevention system. Electronic Short Sale Processing…
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