Global Updates from the Registry World
From identity verification rollouts to record-breaking company registration numbers, this week’s registry news spans reforms, leadership changes, and compliance developments from every corner of the globe. Governments and registry bodies are introducing new systems, refining existing laws, and stepping up transparency measures to meet modern demands.
Here are the top updates from the registry world this week:
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United Kingdom: Companies House confirms identity verification rollout from 18 November 2025
Phased over 12 months, the new process will simplify compliance and strengthen security for companies and business owners.
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Botswana: New Registrar General appointed at Botswana's CIPA
Godfrey Molefe takes the helm, signalling a new era of leadership for the corporate registry authority.
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Sri Lanka: Government plans to overhaul company law amid eROC system issues
A prolonged technical collapse in the digital registration platform has triggered calls for legislative and operational reforms.
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Canada: Experts call for national vaccination registry
Rising concerns over disease outbreaks and declining vaccination rates are driving demands for a centralised database.
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Vietnam: Beneficial ownership rules tightened in amendments to Law on Enterprises
New measures redefine beneficial ownership, set stricter disclosure obligations, and shorten compliance timelines.
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Canada: British Columbia tight-lipped on compliance with property ownership registry
Authorities remain silent on enforcement actions despite annual filing requirements for corporate property owners.
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Vietnam: PM urges faster streamlining of administrative procedures
Government aims to standardise local-level processes and remove outdated regulations by mid-August.
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United Kingdom: Local registers of PSCs and directors to be abolished
Companies will report key information directly to Companies House from November 2025.
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Iran: Iran resumes direct talks with FATF after six-year hiatus
The move follows recent reforms on anti-money laundering and terrorism financing.
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United States: Business aviation makes progress on security
New rules allow owners to withhold personal information from public FAA databases.
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Cambodia: Over 5,600 new businesses registered in H1
Company registrations rose 5.6% compared to the same period last year.
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United Kingdom: Experts raise concerns over Companies House ID checks
Critics warn of potential fraud risks and data security challenges in the upcoming verification system.
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India: Authorities warn of youth being used as money laundering mules
Young people are being unwittingly exploited to move illicit funds across borders.
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Philippines: Business name registrations fall after gaming operator ban
Registrations dropped 8.9% year-on-year, with the decline linked to the POGO industry ban.
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Albania: New anti-corruption unit takes down high-profile figures
The mayor of Tirana and other prominent leaders face arrest in a sweeping crackdown.
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Sri Lanka: Companies Act amended to introduce new provisions and restrictions
Changes include single-shareholder incorporations, longer notice periods for name changes, and new rules on bearer shares.
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Romania: MONEYVAL report triggers launch of Romania's five-year AML plan
The strategy aims to meet European anti-money laundering compliance targets.
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Malta: Recent amendments to Malta’s Companies Act
The changes are expected to have significant implications for the local business community.
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Nepal: Government launches measures to exit FATF grey list
Plans include tax recovery campaigns and targeted revenue initiatives.
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Hong Kong: Number of firms registered reaches record high
Over 1.5 million local and 15,000 overseas companies now operate in the HKSAR.
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Ukraine: Over 18,000 new companies registered in first half of year
Registrations nearly matched last year’s total, despite a 19% rise in closures.
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Libya: Committee reviews FATF compliance and financial risks
Authorities assess readiness for the upcoming mutual evaluation process.
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Korea: SMEs enhance investment rules to support startups outside major cities
New measures under the Venture Investment Act aim to boost funding diversity.
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