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Myanmar Central Bank Issues New Guideline on Risk Management for Banks

The Central Bank of Myanmar (CBM) has issued a new guideline on risk management for banks, aimed at strengthening the financial stability and resilience of the banking sector.

New Guideline Effective in Six Months

The guideline outlines the key requirements for banks to assess and manage their risks, including credit risk, operational risk, market risk, and liquidity risk. The CBM expects banks to adopt a risk-based approach to supervision, taking into account their risk management practices and policies.

Key Requirements of the Guideline

  • Banks must assess their capital needs in relation to risks, including those not subject to the CBM’s capital requirements.
  • Capital management plans should take into account a bank’s policy on payment of dividends to shareholders.
  • Banks’ capital management plans should be approved by the Board of Directors.
  • The CBM expects banks to explain in detail their risk management system and ensure compliance with applicable standards.
  • Banks must submit new or significantly revised documentation to the CBM for review and approval.
  • The CBM may require banks to submit statistical and other information on their risks.

Affecting All Commercial Banks

All commercial banks operating in Myanmar are affected by this guideline, which is aimed at promoting financial stability and resilience in the banking sector. The move aims to strengthen the banking sector’s ability to withstand potential shocks and maintain financial stability in Myanmar.

Monitoring Performance and Compliance

The CBM will monitor the performance of banks to ensure compliance with the guideline and may require banks to submit additional information on their risks. Failure to comply with the guideline constitutes a violation and is subject to corrective actions or sanctions.

Note: The previous directive on credit risk management, which was withdrawn effective immediately, has been replaced by this new guideline.