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The essential role of the FATF Style Regional Bodies in the fight against money laundering and terrorist financing

07-Jul-2009

FATF President Paul Vlaanderen emphasized the crucial role of the FATF Style Regional Bodies (FSRBs) in the successful implementation of FATF standards during his opening remarks at the APG Annual meeting on 7 July.  He also highlighted the objectives for his presidency, in particular the FATF initiative related to the global financial crisis.

Freezing of Terrorist Assets: International Best Practices

02-Jul-2009

The FATF has issued best practices to assist countries with their implementation of measures to freeze terrorist-related funds or other assets without delay pursuant to relevant United Nations Security Council Resolutions and in accordance with the FATF Standards.
These best practices will help countries to develop and implement targeted financial sanctions to prevent and suppress terrorist financing.

Money Laundering through the Football Sector

01-Jul-2009

The FATF has just completed a study on what may make the football sector attractive to criminals.  It provides several case examples of areas that could be exploited by those wanting to invest illegal money into football.  In preparing the report, the authors engaged with several major sports organisations as well as experts from FATF and non-FATF members. 

Chairman's Summary and FATF Statement, Lyon Plenary, 24-26 June 2009

29-Jun-2009

The key outcomes of the FATF XX Plenary meeting which was held in Lyon on 24-26 June 2009, and the FATF statement concerning the anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) systems of Iran, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Pakistan and São Tome and Principe

 

Third Mutual Evaluation of Italy - Follow-Up Report

27-Feb-2009

Following the adoption of its third Mutual Evaluation (MER) in October 2005, in accordance with the normal FATF follow-up procedures, Italy was required to provide information on the measures it has taken to address the deficiencies identified in the MER.  Since October 2005, Italy has been taking action to enhance its AML/CFT regime in line with the recommendations in the MER.  The FATF recognizes that Italy has made significant progress and that Italy should henceforward report on a biennial basis on the actions it will take in the AML/CFT area.

Chairman's Summary, Paris Plenary, 25-27 February 2009

27-Feb-2009

Key outcomes from the FATF XX Plenary meeting which took in Paris from 25-27 February 2009.

FATF Statement 25 February 2009

25-Feb-2009

The anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) systems of Iran, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Pakistan and São Tome and Principe were the subject of a statement issued during the FATF XX Plenary, held in Paris.

Antonio Gustavo Rodrigues' Keynote Address to the Council of Europe Committee of Experts on the Evaluation of MONEYVAL - December 2008

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12-Dec-2008

Mr. Antonio Gustavo Rodrigues, FATF President, FATF XX

The President of FATF XX talks about the FATF Standards and Evaluations and emphasises that the current economic crisis should not distract from the need to protect financial systems from criminal or terrorist misuse.

MONEYVAL statement on Azerbaijan

12-Dec-2008

At its 28th meeting in Strasbourg, between 8 and 12 December 2008, the Council of Europe Committee of experts on the evaluation of anti-money laundering measures and the financing of terrorism (MONEYVAL) issued a public statement regarding the deficiencies in the AML/CFT regime in Azerbaijan.

FATF President's Keynote Address to the Joint FATF/MONEYVAL Experts Meeting on Typologies - November 2008

03-Dec-2008

The FATF President, Mr. Antonio Gustavo Rodrigues, stressed the fact that money laundering and terrorist financing techniques evolve quickly, require vigilance and an approach from a global perspective. Mr. Vasil Kirov, Moneyval Chairman, noted in his speech that the typologies effort broadens our knowledge and better equips us to fight money laundering and financing of terrorism. In his speech, H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco highlights the importance of co-operation between members to exchange experiences, best practices and to ensure a harmonised approach to the problems faced.

Mutual Evaluation Report of the United Arab Emirates (UAE)

21-Nov-2008

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF), the MENAFATF (Middle East and North African Financial Action Task Force) and the IMF (International Monetary Fund) have jointly assessed the anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing measures of the UAE (a GCC member) for compliance with the FATF Standards. Click here to download a copy of the report.

Mutual Evaluation of Japan

17-Nov-2008

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) and the Asia-Pacific Group on Money Laundering (APG) have jointly assessed the anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing measures of Japan for compliance with the FATF Standards. Click here to download a copy of the Executive Summary and the full report.

Risk-Based Approach for Casinos

28-Oct-2008

In October 2008, the FATF adopted Guidance on the Risk-Based Approach (RBA) to combating Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing for casinos. This Guidance was developed by the FATF in close consultation with representatives from the casinos sector. This guidance supports development of a common understanding of what the RBA involves, outlines high-levels principles involved in applying the RBA, and indicates good practice for governments and legal professionals in the design and implementation of an effective RBA.

Risk-Based Approach Guidance for Legal Professionals

28-Oct-2008

In October 2008, the FATF adopted Guidance on the Risk-Based Approach (RBA) to Combating Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing for Legal Professionals. This Guidance was developed by the FATF in close consultation with representatives of the legal and notarial profession. This guidance supports development of a common understanding of what the RBA involves, outlines high-levels principles involved in applying the RBA, and indicates good practice for governments and legal professionals in the design and implementation of an effective RBA.

Guidance on Implementation of Financial Provisions of UN Security Council Resolution 1803

20-Oct-2008

This guidance aims to assist jurisdictions in implementing the financial provisions of paragraph 10 of United Nations Security Council Resolution (S/RES/)1803(2008).

Chairman's Summary of the FATF Plenary Meeting in Rio de Janeiro, 15-17 October 2008

17-Oct-2008

Key outcomes from the FATF Plenary meeting held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from 15-17 October 2008.

FATF Statement of 16 October 2008

16-Oct-2008

During the FATF Plenary XX in Rio de Janeiro, the FATF issued a statement concerning Iran, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Pakistan and São Tome and Principe and the anti-money laundering and counter terrorist financing improvements in the northern part of Cyprus.

Mutual Evaluation of Hong Kong, China

21-Jul-2008

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has completed an assessment of the implementation of anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing (AML/CFT) standards in Hong Kong, China. A summary of this report was published on 27 June 2008.

Antonio Gustavo Rodrigues' Speech to the APG Annual Meeting

21-Jul-2008

An address by Antonio Gustavo Rodrigues, the FATF President, to the annual meeting of the Asia/Pacific Group on Money Laundering (APG) on 8 July 2008 in Bali, Indonesia.

High Level Principles and Procedures for Dealers in Precious Metals and Dealers in Precious Stones

15-Jul-2008

This Guidance on the Risk-Based Approach to combating Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing was developed by the FATF in close consultation with representatives of the dealers in precious metals and dealers in precious stones industries. The Guidance supports the development of a common understanding of what the risk-based approach involves, outlines the high-level principles involved in applying the risk-based approach, and indicates good public and private sector practice in the design and implementation of an effective risk-based approach.

ML & TF Vulnerabilities of Commercial Websites & Internet Payment Systems

10-Jul-2008

This report focuses on the type of electronic commerce identified as the most vulnerable to money laundering and terrorist financing (ML/TF): mediated customer-to-customer. The report also provides a number of case studies illustrating how mediated customer-to-customer systems can be exploited for ML/TF purposes.

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