Karachi: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) is set to conduct an awareness session focusing on the corporate governance code and prohibited market misconduct and abuse. Scheduled for June 18, 2026, this initiative is part of PSX's ongoing efforts to safeguard the rights and interests of the investing public. The session aims to enhance understanding of core regulatory requirements among market participants, particularly securities brokers.

According to information available from the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), the session will address key compliance mandates under the Securities Brokers (Licensing and Operations) Regulations, 2016, and the obligations outlined in Chapter 7A concerning Market Misconduct Regulations. It will also encompass relevant sections of the Securities Act, 2015, and the Future Act, 2016. The event will feature Mr. Ajeet Kumar, Chief Regulatory Officer of PSX, as the keynote speaker.

The session is scheduled to commence at 4:30 PM and will be conducted via a Zoom meeting. Securities brokers have been advised to nominate their compliance officers and relevant staff for participation by June 17, 2026. The designated market category for this session falls under the purview of securities regulation and compliance. The PSX continues to emphasize the importance of fostering a robust compliance culture within the market, aligning with its mission to protect investor interests.