The Securities and Futures Commission ("SFC") announced the re-appointment of its Chief Executive Officer, Ms Julia Leung, as Chair of the IOSCO Asia-Pacific Regional Committee for a second two-year term starting May 2026, focusing on regional market resilience and cross-border cooperation.
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On March 25, 2026, the Securities and Futures Commission ("SFC") announced the re-appointment of its Chief Executive Officer, Ms Julia Leung, as Chair of the Asia-Pacific Regional Committee ("APRC") of the International Organization of Securities Commissions ("IOSCO"). Her second two-year term will commence at the IOSCO Annual Meeting in May 2026.
Strategic Mandate and Regulatory Focus
Ms Leung stated it was an honour to serve a second term, aiming to strengthen regional capital market resilience and ensure a balanced voice in global finance dialogues. She highlighted that securities regulators in the region will address issues including online investment scams, digital assets, public and private markets, and cross-border supervisory and enforcement cooperation.
Organizational Framework and Membership Details
IOSCO is the international body that brings together the world's securities regulators and is recognised as the global standard setter for the securities sector. Its membership regulates more than 95% of the world's securities markets in more than 130 jurisdictions. APRC is one of four regional committees constituted by IOSCO to focus on regional issues relating to securities regulation. It consists of 22 jurisdictions in the Asia-Pacific region as well as 10 non-voting members. Information about IOSCO APRC membership is available. APRC Chair Ms Julia Leung with IOSCO APRC members in Sydney on 4 March 2026. Page last updated 25 Mar 2026.
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