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SECP issues proposed amendments toNBFC Rules 2003

F.P. Report

ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) on Saturday notified draft of proposed amendments to the Non-Banking Finance Companies (Establishment & Regulations) Rules, 2003, to solicit public comments.

Through these amendments SECP aims to provide a more conducive regulatory framework for the non-banking finance sector. The proposed changes are based on a comprehensive review of the regulation, considering the advancements in the NBFC ecosystem and the effectiveness of mandatory approval requirements.

The modifications include removal of approval processes for the rate of profit on subordinated loans and the repayment of subordinated loans. Additionally, the provision mandating the application for a license within six months of the Rules’ notification has been omitted being obsolete. Furthermore, the necessity for the submission of an undertaking by the company’s promoters or majority shareholders for the sale or transfer of shares without prior approval from the Commission has been eliminated as it was no longer deemed necessary.

The requirement for furnishing evidence of qualifications and experience for individuals occupying “executive positions, research, or other related functions” within both existing and new companies was considered excessive and has been omitted.

Acknowledging the technological advancements within the financial services digital specific licensing requirements have been introduced for lending and microfinance services through digital channels including mobile applications.

Other additional requirements including identifying major shareholders and funding sources and providing an undertaking on fund sources. The Rules once amended shall require an NBFC to maintain membership in the relevant microfinance association. Furthermore, to provide conducive environment Schedule-I amended, allowing existing company(s) an opportunity of conversion to a NBFC,

The amendments have been proposed after a comprehensive internal and stakeholder consultation. SECP believes that these were critical to the long-term sustainability of the NBFC sector in Pakistan.

The notification of proposed amendments was available on SECP’s website. Feedback and comments on draft amendments can be emailed on email address amjad.iqbal@secp.gov.pk (INP)

The Frontier Post

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