Global Integrity in Focus: Crackdowns, Reform Tools, and Registry Milestones
This week’s round-up highlights the drive for accountability and modernization across the registry world. From anti-corruption critiques and record-breaking company registration numbers to high-level retirements and new regulatory tools, registries continue to adapt and evolve.
Here are the key developments:
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United Kingdom: Government directs Companies House to act against 150,000 companies
New powers aim to improve compliance, with performance benchmarks including 99.5% digital uptime and 82% customer satisfaction.
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Malaysia: Warning issued on false submissions to Registrar of Companies
SSM cautions the public against submitting false or misleading statements to corporate registrars.
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Ghana: Farewell to long-serving registrar Nana Ama Akyiaa Prempeh
After 35 years of public service, a respected legal and registry leader is celebrated by the Ashanti Regional Office.
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Sweden: OECD flags serious weaknesses in Sweden’s anti-corruption framework
A scathing report finds the country lacks effective legal mechanisms to address corruption.
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Pakistan: SECP registers 35,000 companies in record time
Pakistan’s corporate regulator touts a new AI-driven solution to simplify incorporation further.
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Philippines: SEC mandates shorter business application periods
New policy aims to speed up business processing by enforcing stricter timelines.
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Nepal: PM orders disciplinary action in Registrar’s office
Instructions were issued for departmental measures over alleged misconduct.
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Serbia: New Business Registers Agency office to open in Kosovska Mitrovica
The Serbian government expands access to registry services.
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British Virgin Islands: MPs challenge company register reforms
Lawmakers critique the new registry direction, prompting a strong response.
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Slovenia: Government advances new Business Register Act
A draft act modernizing Slovenia’s registry system has been approved.
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Ghana: ORC branding confusion disrupts renewals
A lack of official branding on business renewal receipts is creating friction for SMEs.
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Netherlands: Anti-corruption efforts fall short for top officials
A national watchdog warns of gaps in the country’s oversight systems.
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Kenya: Investment deterred by high business registration costs
The African Development Bank highlights energy and registration costs as barriers to growth.
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United Kingdom: Four draft instruments support Companies House reform
Legislative framework continues to develop under the Economic Crime Act 2023.
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Zimbabwe: Mobile ID registration expands to remote areas
The government enhances registry access by deploying mobile centers.
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Japan: National registry to support radiation response readiness
New database to support government and public safety in emergencies.
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Ghana: October deadline set for beneficial ownership disclosure
Failure to comply with disclosure requirements will carry penalties.
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Global: BO registry status in Latin America and the Caribbean released
A major report explores the challenges and progress in regional transparency.
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Jamaica: Removed from EU’s high-risk AML list
The EU has delisted Jamaica from its anti-money laundering high-risk jurisdictions.
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Stay updated by visiting often our "Registry News Weekly" summary and the Foster Moore blog for more insights on these stories and other key registry news.
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