On December 4, the CFTC and over-the-counter (OTC) derivatives market regulators from Australia, Brazil, the EU, Hong Kong, Japan, Ontario, Quebec, Singapore and Switzerland issued a joint press statement outlining plans for cross-border rules for OTC derivatives.  The statement, which originated from a private meeting of regulators, discusses international plans for improving transparency and protecting against market abuse, specifically preventing regulatory gaps, reducing the potential for arbitrage opportunities and fostering a level playing field for market participants, intermediaries and infrastructures.  Joint Press Statement.