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EU Solvency II Directive Review
Solvency II Directive: The European Union's key regulation for insurance companies has undergone a major overhaul, focusing on enhanced capital requirements, volatility management, and proportionality.
The Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Regulations
The UK's 2023 Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Amendment signifies major shifts in AML/CFT regulations, focusing on PEPs and enhancing financial institutions' compliance measures for a safer financial environment.
Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR)
The European Banking Federation (EBF) highlights the need for clearer SFDR guidelines, emphasizing cost efficiency and the growing influence of retail investors. Their response advocates for aligning the SFDR with MiFID and PRIIPs KID, aiming to streamline sustainable finance in the EU.
ESMA: ESG Compliance Disclosure Requirements
ESMA's CSA initiative is revolutionizing ESG Compliance in finance. Focusing on strict ESG disclosure under the BMR, it combats greenwashing and enhances market integrity. Running from 2024-2025, it aligns with the EU's sustainable goals.
Digital Single Market: Geoblocking Regulation
The European Parliament's adoption of the 2018 Geoblocking Regulation significantly enhances the digital single market, promoting a more integrated, accessible digital economy. It focuses on boosting e-commerce, consumer access, and fair trade within the EU.