Opening Remarks by Mr Chia Der Jiun, Managing Director, Monetary Authority of Singapore at the UBS Asian Investment Conference, Singapore Wealth Edition, on 25 May 2026
Why this matters
This is an opening speech by MAS Managing Director covering global economic conditions and Singapore's financial centre positioning. Key regulatory content includes guidance on AML/Source of Wealth verification (circular issued), risk-proportionate regulatory approach, and AI adoption in finance. The Account Opening Workgroup initiative addresses efficiency in wealth management onboarding. Content is informational/strategic rather than urgent directive.
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What the MAS said
At the UBS Investment Conference, Singapore Wealth Edition, Mr Chia Der Jiun, Managing Director of the Monetary Authority of Singapore, share his perspectives on navigating the latest macro-economic outlook amid an evolving geopolitical landscape.
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Context
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This update is classified under AML / Financial Crime, Technology & Cyber, Authorisation & Licensing and Banking & Credit.