The most important changes in the new rules include allowing specialization of the various activities required to operate mutual funds, fast-tracking the authorization and distribution process for funds investing in traditional assets, and a more prominent role for custodians. In addition, non-Colombian securities registered in MILA countries would now be considered "traditional" assets.
BNP Paribas launches local custody in Colombia
September 19, 2013 by
The move allows BNP Paribas to provide post-trade services to international banks and investors wishing to invest in Colombia, while supporting the international expansion of banks, brokers and institutional investors based in Colombia and other Latin American countries.
