UK’s FCA Opens First-Ever Overseas Offices in US, Asia to Promote Cross-Border Investment

In a move to strengthen its global presence, the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) announced its first-ever international expansions into the United States and Asia-Pacific.

With two appointments and new offices planned, the regulator now aims to ease cross-border access and foster greater investment into the UK financial sector.

Opening New Channels for Global Financial Cooperation

“The UK is a global hub for financial services. We are committed to continuing to build our global network and international reputation,” said Sarah Pritchard, the executive director of supervision, policy, competition, and international.

“These appointments will help us deliver on our mission to support growth through the export of UK financial services and attracting more inward investment to our shores,” she added. “We recognize that major international investors want easier access to us, and having a presence in these key regions will help achieve that.”

The FCA’s latest strategy marks a shift toward deeper global engagement. In April, Tash Miah began representing the FCA in Washington, D.C., stationed at the British Embassy. She will work alongside the UK Department for Business and Trade, aiming to align UK-US regulatory frameworks and help financial firms in America navigate UK regulation .

Camille Blackburn will head the new Asia-Pacific office from Australia in July 2025. As FCA’s incoming director for the region, she will focus on assisting APAC firms entering the UK market and supporting UK financial companies expanding into Asia.

Profiles of the New Global Leads

Camille Blackburn brings over two decades of regulatory experience to her new role. Since 2022, she has served as the FCA’s director of wholesale buy-side , overseeing asset management supervision and policy.

Her resume includes senior compliance roles at major firms and positions with regulators such as the Australian Securities and Investments Commission, the Australian Treasury, and the Central Bank of Ireland.

Tash Miah has been part of the FCA’s international division since 2022, focusing on non-bank financial intermediation and financial stability. Her early career includes years at Morgan Stanley in London and Hong Kong, with a focus on hedge fund clients in sales and trading.

Meanwhile, the FCA recently published guidelines for new and traditional investment brokers planning to offer trading app services. The review highlights key regulatory obligations for these firms. The regulator raised concerns that digital engagement practices and push notifications may encourage excessive risk-taking.