Publication of the Revised Draft of “Guidelines for Creating, Recordkeeping and Reporting of Transaction Information specified in Article 4(1) of the Cabinet Office Order on the Regulation of Over-the-Counter Derivatives Transactions, etc.” – Open for Public Comments

Summary:

The Financial Services Agency (FSA) of Japan has published various press releases and updates on its website in September and August 2023. Notable announcements include:

The publication of revised drafts of guidelines for creating, recordkeeping, and reporting of transaction information specified in Article 4(1) of the Cabinet Office Order on the Regulation of Over-the-Counter Derivatives Transactions, etc.
The announcement of the report by the Expert Panel on Sustainable Finance, which highlights the importance of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors in financial decision-making.
The launch of a dedicated website for the International Financial Center, which aims to promote international cooperation and collaboration in the financial sector.
The publication of English translations of monthly magazines, Access FSA, which provides information on the agency's activities and initiatives.
The disclosure of results of the G7 Cybersecurity Seminar 2023, which took place in Japan in June 2023.
The announcement of the appointment of a new chairperson of the International Forum of Independent Audit Regulators (IFIAR).
* The release of a report on the use of LIBOR and a summary of the fourth survey on the use of LIBOR.

These updates reflect the FSA's efforts to promote financial stability, sustainability, and international cooperation in the financial sector.