Regulatory Alerts2026-05-22
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Additional measures for opening and managing investment accounts of Chinese Mainland investors
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority and Securities and Futures Commission issued this circular requiring Registered Institutions to implement enhanced controls for investment accounts held by Chinese Mainland investors. Institutions must conduct reviews to close accounts opened with questionable documents, eliminate zero-balance dormant accounts, and enforce strict new account opening procedures including lawful source declarations and dedicated bank accounts. These measures aim to safeguard client assets, prevent illicit exploitation, and ensure compliance with anti-money laundering and capital control regulations.
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