In brief
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Thailand (SEC) has made amendments to the requirements for offerings by foreign entities of Baht-denominated bonds (Baht bonds) and foreign-currency-denominated bonds (FX bonds). These changes are aimed at bolstering investor protection and market credibility. Additionally, the authority for granting approval to foreign issuers for the issuance of Baht bonds has been transferred from the Ministry of Finance of Thailand (MOF) to the SEC. These amendments came into effect on January 1, 2024.
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