Regulatory Alerts2025-01-24 | 83920Follow-Up Measures to WGBI Inclusion to Promote Global Investors' Investment in KTBs
The Financial Services Commission and relevant organizations proposed regulatory revisions and authoritative interpretations to support Korea Treasury Bonds' inclusion in the World Government Bond Index. These measures introduce omnibus trading accounts to streamline foreign investor transactions and clarify legal frameworks for the Global Operating Model, allowing foreign banks to engage in short-selling and pre-settlement trades. The government aims to enhance market convenience and maximize the positive impact of WGBI inclusion through these coordinated capital market advancements.
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