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Emilio Aquino

Emilio Aquino is the current chairperson of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in the Philippines, appointed by former President Rodrigo Duterte in 2018. Under his leadership, the SEC has implemented significant reforms to strengthen anti-money laundering measures and improve corporate transparency, helping the country exit from the Financial Action Task Force's gray list in February 2025. Aquino is set to conclude his seven-year term next month, leaving behind a legacy of digital-first initiatives and enhanced investor protection measures.

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Tue, June 10, 2025 at 4:17 PM

SEC chair eyes capital market reforms to boost regional competitiveness

Newly appointed SEC chairperson and CEO Francis Lim aims to elevate the Philippines' capital market, stating it has been lagging behind regional competitors.

Wed, June 4, 2025 at 4:29 PM

SEC launches AI chatbot for easier access to rules

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has introduced SEC AInnovation, an AI-powered chatbot aimed at simplifying access to information regarding its rules and regulations.

Tue, June 3, 2025 at 5:09 PM

Marcos Jr. names Lim new SEC chair

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. has appointed lawyer Francis Edralin Lim as the new chairperson of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), succeeding Emilio Aquino whose term ends on June 5.

Mon, June 2, 2025 at 6:45 PM

SEC approves Pluang PH, GCash for investment platform pilot

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved Macodimarc Technology Corp. (Pluang PH) and G-Xchange, Inc. (GCash) to pilot investment platforms within its regulatory sandbox.

Sun, May 11, 2025 at 12:20 AM

SEC recognized for PH exit from FATF gray list

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) was recognized by the Office of the President for its role in the Philippines' exit from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) gray list.

Tue, May 6, 2025 at 4:22 PM

SEC Chair Aquino hopes successor continues digital-first strategy

Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairperson Emilio Aquino hopes his successor will maintain his "digital-first" strategy and be open-minded to new initiatives.

Tue, April 8, 2025 at 1:15 PM

SEC fully digitalizes company registration with ZERO system

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has fully digitalized company registration, requiring domestic stock corporations to use the new online system, SEC Zuper Easy Registration Online (ZERO), following SEC Memorandum Circular (MC) No. 3 issued on April 4.

Wed, April 2, 2025 at 12:01 AM