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“The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) is the global money laundering and terrorist financing watchdog. The inter-governmental body sets international standards that aim to prevent these illegal activities and the harm they cause to society. As a policy-making body, the FATF works to generate the necessary political will to bring about national legislative and regulatory reforms in these areas.” Source

@FATFNews: Real estate can be used by criminals and the corrupt to launder their illicit wealth. The FATF is working to help the real estate sector prevent it from happening. Updated FATF guidance outlines how the sector can mitigate the risks. See more here ➡️

Real estate can be used by criminals and the corrupt to launder their illicit wealth.… Bron@FATFNews: Real estate can be used by criminals and the corrupt to launder their illicit wealth. The FATF is working to help the real estate sector prevent it from happening. Updated FATF guidance outlines how the sector can mitigate the risks. See more here ➡️

@FATFNews: Uzbekistan’s anti-#moneylaundering #terroristfinancing system is delivering many good results, but the country must further strengthen its actions, incl. detection, disruption & prosecution of money laundering and preventing misuse of service providers. 👉

Uzbekistan’s anti-#moneylaundering #terroristfinancing system is delivering many good results, but the country must further strengthen… Bron@FATFNews: Uzbekistan’s anti-#moneylaundering #terroristfinancing system is delivering many good results, but the country must further strengthen its actions, incl. detection, disruption & prosecution of money laundering and preventing misuse of service providers. 👉

@FATFNews: Ya está disponible en español el informe del GAFI sobre el tráfico de migrantes: un problema mundial que, según algunas estimaciones, genera más de 10.000 millones de dólares al año. 👉 more information, see

Ya está disponible en español el informe del GAFI sobre el tráfico de migrantes: un… Bron@FATFNews: Ya está disponible en español el informe del GAFI sobre el tráfico de migrantes: un problema mundial que, según algunas estimaciones, genera más de 10.000 millones de dólares al año. 👉 more information, see

@FATFNews: Un autre cours de formation du GAFI sur les normes de lutte contre le #blanchimentdecapitaux, le #financementduterrorisme et le #financementdelaprolifération réussi ! Ce cours a eu lieu pendant 2 semaines, en français et en partenariat avec #GABAC et @GiabaEcowas

Un autre cours de formation du GAFI sur les normes de lutte contre le #blanchimentdecapitaux,… Bron@FATFNews: Un autre cours de formation du GAFI sur les normes de lutte contre le #blanchimentdecapitaux, le #financementduterrorisme et le #financementdelaprolifération réussi ! Ce cours a eu lieu pendant 2 semaines, en français et en partenariat avec #GABAC et @GiabaEcowas

@FATFNews: Criminals are often attracted to real estate to launder & profit from their illicit profits, but the sector itself has little understanding of these risks. Updated FATF guidance aims to prevent the misuse of the real estate sector for criminal purposes

Criminals are often attracted to real estate to launder & profit from their illicit profits,… Bron@FATFNews: Criminals are often attracted to real estate to launder & profit from their illicit profits, but the sector itself has little understanding of these risks. Updated FATF guidance aims to prevent the misuse of the real estate sector for criminal purposes

@FATFNews: One week left to share your views on how the FATF can strengthen the beneficial ownership standard for trusts and other legal arrangements to stop criminals exploiting them to hide dirty money. ➡️

One week left to share your views on how the FATF can strengthen the beneficial… Bron@FATFNews: One week left to share your views on how the FATF can strengthen the beneficial ownership standard for trusts and other legal arrangements to stop criminals exploiting them to hide dirty money. ➡️

@FATFNews: Aruba’s framework to fight #moneylaundering & #terroristfinancing is delivering results, but needs improvements in areas such as implementation of targeted financial sanctions and money laundering investigations & prosecutions. Read the CFATF report👉

Aruba’s framework to fight #moneylaundering & #terroristfinancing is delivering results, but needs improvements in areas… Bron@FATFNews: Aruba’s framework to fight #moneylaundering & #terroristfinancing is delivering results, but needs improvements in areas such as implementation of targeted financial sanctions and money laundering investigations & prosecutions. Read the CFATF report👉

@FATFNews: Grenada strengthened its regime to combat #moneylaundering, financing of terrorism & proliferation of weapons of mass destruction in recent years, but strategic deficiencies remain. This has impacted Grenada’s ability to demonstrate effective action. 👉

Grenada strengthened its regime to combat #moneylaundering, financing of terrorism & proliferation of weapons of… Bron@FATFNews: Grenada strengthened its regime to combat #moneylaundering, financing of terrorism & proliferation of weapons of mass destruction in recent years, but strategic deficiencies remain. This has impacted Grenada’s ability to demonstrate effective action. 👉

@FATFNews: A new FATF report aims to help countries develop private sector information collaboration initiatives to close the information gap and build a clearer picture of criminal networks and suspicious transactions, in line with data protection & privacy rules. 👉

A new FATF report aims to help countries develop private sector information collaboration initiatives to… Bron@FATFNews: A new FATF report aims to help countries develop private sector information collaboration initiatives to close the information gap and build a clearer picture of criminal networks and suspicious transactions, in line with data protection & privacy rules. 👉

@FATFNews: Did you miss last week’s webinar on money laundering and terrorist financing risks arising from migrants muggling? Watch the recording of the discussion between experts on the FATF’s report, their experiences and their expertise on this global issue.🎦

Did you miss last week’s webinar on money laundering and terrorist financing risks arising from… Bron@FATFNews: Did you miss last week’s webinar on money laundering and terrorist financing risks arising from migrants muggling? Watch the recording of the discussion between experts on the FATF’s report, their experiences and their expertise on this global issue.🎦

@FATFNews: FATF President Raja Kumar called on #G20 to lead by example in regulating crypto assets. G20 Members recognised the need to step up efforts to combat money laundering and the financing of terrorism & proliferation. speech👉 more👉

FATF President Raja Kumar called on #G20 to lead by example in regulating crypto assets.… Bron@FATFNews: FATF President Raja Kumar called on #G20 to lead by example in regulating crypto assets. G20 Members recognised the need to step up efforts to combat money laundering and the financing of terrorism & proliferation. speech👉 more👉

@FATFNews: 📣 FATF webinar on migrant smuggling starting in a few hours📣A panel of experts will discuss how to tackle the money laundering & terrorist financing risks linked to the smuggling of migrants.⏰It starts at 13:00 Paris time today⏰ Register here 👉

📣 FATF webinar on migrant smuggling starting in a few hours📣 A panel of experts… Bron@FATFNews: 📣 FATF webinar on migrant smuggling starting in a few hours📣A panel of experts will discuss how to tackle the money laundering & terrorist financing risks linked to the smuggling of migrants.⏰It starts at 13:00 Paris time today⏰ Register here 👉

@FATFNews: Liechtenstein has made progress in tackling money laundering & terrorist financing but needs to make improvements in a number of areas including enhancing supervision, according to an assessment by FATF partner #MONEYVAL. See the report ➡️ #Liechtenstein

Liechtenstein has made progress in tackling money laundering & terrorist financing but needs to make… Bron@FATFNews: Liechtenstein has made progress in tackling money laundering & terrorist financing but needs to make improvements in a number of areas including enhancing supervision, according to an assessment by FATF partner #MONEYVAL. See the report ➡️ #Liechtenstein

@FATFNews: Bulgaria must improve its regulatory framework and increase measures to tackle money laundering and terrorist financing, according to an assessment by FATF partner MONEYVAL. See the report at👉 #moneyval #Bulgaria

Bulgaria must improve its regulatory framework and increase measures to tackle money laundering and terrorist… Bron@FATFNews: Bulgaria must improve its regulatory framework and increase measures to tackle money laundering and terrorist financing, according to an assessment by FATF partner MONEYVAL. See the report at👉 #moneyval #Bulgaria

@FATFNews: 📣 Still time to sign up! 📣The FATF is hosting a webinar tomorrow on money laundering & terrorist financing risks linked to migrant smuggling.🗓️🕑 13 July, 13:00 Paris timeYou can register here 👉

📣 Still time to sign up! 📣 The FATF is hosting a webinar tomorrow on… Bron@FATFNews: 📣 Still time to sign up! 📣The FATF is hosting a webinar tomorrow on money laundering & terrorist financing risks linked to migrant smuggling.🗓️🕑 13 July, 13:00 Paris timeYou can register here 👉

@FATFNews: Raja Kumar starts as FATF President today. He will focus on enhancing the effectiveness of global anti-money laundering & counter-terrorist financing measures, improving asset recovery and other initiatives. Read about the FATF’s 2022-2024 priorities ➡️

Raja Kumar starts as FATF President today. He will focus on enhancing the effectiveness of… Bron@FATFNews: Raja Kumar starts as FATF President today. He will focus on enhancing the effectiveness of global anti-money laundering & counter-terrorist financing measures, improving asset recovery and other initiatives. Read about the FATF’s 2022-2024 priorities ➡️

@FATFNews: A new FATF report on virtual assets finds only 29 out of 98 jurisdictions have passed the FATF ‘travel rule’ to ensure crypto firms verify who their customers are. FATF members should lead by example & introduce relevant legislation ASAP. See the report➡️

A new FATF report on virtual assets finds only 29 out of 98 jurisdictions have… Bron@FATFNews: A new FATF report on virtual assets finds only 29 out of 98 jurisdictions have passed the FATF ‘travel rule’ to ensure crypto firms verify who their customers are. FATF members should lead by example & introduce relevant legislation ASAP. See the report➡️

@FATFNews: THREAD✍️This is the last day of the German Presidency of the FATF. The FATF Secretariat would like to thank @MarcusPleyer for his professionalism, dedication & commitment to helping countries better tackle money laundering & terrorist financing. Here are some of the highlights 1/

THREAD✍️This is the last day of the German Presidency of the FATF. The FATF Secretariat… Bron@FATFNews: THREAD✍️This is the last day of the German Presidency of the FATF. The FATF Secretariat would like to thank @MarcusPleyer for his professionalism, dedication & commitment to helping countries better tackle money laundering & terrorist financing. Here are some of the highlights 1/

@FATFNews: Under the German Presidency, the FATF toughened up global beneficial ownership rules to stop criminals from hiding their illicit activities and dirty money behind shell companies. All countries will need to have a beneficial ownership registry or an equivalent system in place. 2/

Under the German Presidency, the FATF toughened up global beneficial ownership rules to stop criminals… Bron@FATFNews: Under the German Presidency, the FATF toughened up global beneficial ownership rules to stop criminals from hiding their illicit activities and dirty money behind shell companies. All countries will need to have a beneficial ownership registry or an equivalent system in place. 2/

@FATFNews: The FATF drove forward the digital transformation of anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing measures, encouraging the use of new technologies to deepen partnerships and information sharing while still protecting privacy and personal data. 3/

The FATF drove forward the digital transformation of anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing measures, encouraging… Bron@FATFNews: The FATF drove forward the digital transformation of anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing measures, encouraging the use of new technologies to deepen partnerships and information sharing while still protecting privacy and personal data. 3/

@FATFNews: The FATF released landmark reports on money laundering & terrorist financing risks, including on environmental crime. The FATF continues to work with countries to help national authorities trace the profits from wildlife trafficking, illegal logging & mining, and other crimes. 4/

The FATF released landmark reports on money laundering & terrorist financing risks, including on environmental… Bron@FATFNews: The FATF released landmark reports on money laundering & terrorist financing risks, including on environmental crime. The FATF continues to work with countries to help national authorities trace the profits from wildlife trafficking, illegal logging & mining, and other crimes. 4/

@FATFNews: A report on migrant smuggling outlined issues in tracing illicit funds & the FATF called on countries to proactively follow the money linked to the smuggling of migrants. It is difficult to quantify but this activity is estimated to generate more than USD10 billion each year. 5/

A report on migrant smuggling outlined issues in tracing illicit funds & the FATF called… Bron@FATFNews: A report on migrant smuggling outlined issues in tracing illicit funds & the FATF called on countries to proactively follow the money linked to the smuggling of migrants. It is difficult to quantify but this activity is estimated to generate more than USD10 billion each year. 5/

@FATFNews: The FATF completed a global stocktake on how countries are tackling money laundering & terrorist financing, a Strategic Review, and signed off on more targeted and risk-based assessments for the next round of evaluations. This will help countries better tackle illicit finance. 7/

The FATF completed a global stocktake on how countries are tackling money laundering & terrorist… Bron@FATFNews: The FATF completed a global stocktake on how countries are tackling money laundering & terrorist financing, a Strategic Review, and signed off on more targeted and risk-based assessments for the next round of evaluations. This will help countries better tackle illicit finance. 7/

@FATFNews: The FATF released a report revealing that few countries have designated extreme right wing groups or individuals as terrorists. This could allow potential attackers to exploit differences between countries’ legal systems to fundraise and organise events, the report warned. 6/

The FATF released a report revealing that few countries have designated extreme right wing groups… Bron@FATFNews: The FATF released a report revealing that few countries have designated extreme right wing groups or individuals as terrorists. This could allow potential attackers to exploit differences between countries’ legal systems to fundraise and organise events, the report warned. 6/

@FATFNews: And the FATF carried out evaluations, follow up reports & worked with experts, academics, institutions and industry in many areas to broaden the pool of talent that feeds into its work. So thanks again @MarcusPleyer for everything and representing the FATF on the global stage. 8/

And the FATF carried out evaluations, follow up reports & worked with experts, academics, institutions… Bron@FATFNews: And the FATF carried out evaluations, follow up reports & worked with experts, academics, institutions and industry in many areas to broaden the pool of talent that feeds into its work. So thanks again @MarcusPleyer for everything and representing the FATF on the global stage. 8/

@FATFNews: The 14th virtual FATF Standards Training Course has been completed! It focused on anti-money laundering, counter-terrorist & proliferation financing techniques and was delivered by FATF training specialists, along with experts from our regional partner in the Eurasian region, EAG

The 14th virtual FATF Standards Training Course has been completed! It focused on anti-money laundering,… Bron@FATFNews: The 14th virtual FATF Standards Training Course has been completed! It focused on anti-money laundering, counter-terrorist & proliferation financing techniques and was delivered by FATF training specialists, along with experts from our regional partner in the Eurasian region, EAG

@FATFNews: ‘It is crucial for G7 countries to lead by example & effectively regulate shell companies’ – FATF President @MarcusPleyer’s message to @G7 leaders to prioritise the fight against #dirtymoney ahead of the G7 summit in Germany. See more➡️ #G7Germany

‘It is crucial for G7 countries to lead by example & effectively regulate shell companies’… Bron@FATFNews: ‘It is crucial for G7 countries to lead by example & effectively regulate shell companies’ – FATF President @MarcusPleyer’s message to @G7 leaders to prioritise the fight against #dirtymoney ahead of the G7 summit in Germany. See more➡️ #G7Germany

@FATFNews: How can the FATF strengthen the beneficial ownership standard for trusts and other legal arrangements to stop criminals exploiting them to hide dirty money? The FATF is revising its international standard in this area and wants to hear your comments ➡️

How can the FATF strengthen the beneficial ownership standard for trusts and other legal arrangements… Bron@FATFNews: How can the FATF strengthen the beneficial ownership standard for trusts and other legal arrangements to stop criminals exploiting them to hide dirty money? The FATF is revising its international standard in this area and wants to hear your comments ➡️

@FATFNews: After a busy four days, the FATF plenary in Berlin has concluded. Delegates of governments from around the world discussed a range of money laundering and terrorist financing issues. See the outcomes of the plenary here ➡️ #FollowTheMoney #FATFweek

After a busy four days, the FATF plenary in Berlin has concluded. Delegates of governments… Bron@FATFNews: After a busy four days, the FATF plenary in Berlin has concluded. Delegates of governments from around the world discussed a range of money laundering and terrorist financing issues. See the outcomes of the plenary here ➡️ #FollowTheMoney #FATFweek

@FATFNews: Gibraltar has entered the FATF’s Jurisdictions under Increased Monitoring list, often referred to as the ‘grey list’, following the conclusion of the FATF Plenary in Berlin. See the full update here➡️

Gibraltar has entered the FATF’s Jurisdictions under Increased Monitoring list, often referred to as the… Bron@FATFNews: Gibraltar has entered the FATF’s Jurisdictions under Increased Monitoring list, often referred to as the ‘grey list’, following the conclusion of the FATF Plenary in Berlin. See the full update here➡️

@FATFNews: New technologies enable information sharing that can help protect data and privacy. The FATF has been examining how information sharing & collaborative analytics can be used to tackle money laundering and terrorist financing. See the report ➡️

New technologies enable information sharing that can help protect data and privacy. The FATF has… Bron@FATFNews: New technologies enable information sharing that can help protect data and privacy. The FATF has been examining how information sharing & collaborative analytics can be used to tackle money laundering and terrorist financing. See the report ➡️

@FATFNews: It’s the final day of the FATF plenary in Berlin. Delegates from governments around the world and partner organisations, including the @UN & @IMFNews, have been discussing key money laundering and terrorist financing issues. Announcements will be made ➡️

It’s the final day of the FATF plenary in Berlin. Delegates from governments around the… Bron@FATFNews: It’s the final day of the FATF plenary in Berlin. Delegates from governments around the world and partner organisations, including the @UN & @IMFNews, have been discussing key money laundering and terrorist financing issues. Announcements will be made ➡️

@FATFNews: It is the final day of the FATF Plenary in Berlin. Delegates have been discussing key issues in the fight against money laundering and terrorist financing. Announcements will be made later today.See more about the agenda ➡️

It is the final day of the FATF Plenary in Berlin. Delegates have been discussing… Bron@FATFNews: It is the final day of the FATF Plenary in Berlin. Delegates have been discussing key issues in the fight against money laundering and terrorist financing. Announcements will be made later today.See more about the agenda ➡️

@FATFNews: In case you missed it… earlier this year, the FATF agreed on tougher global rules for beneficial ownership. This will help stop criminals, kleptocrats, and sanctions evaders from hiding their dirty money behind shell companies. Read more: 1/6

In case you missed it… earlier this year, the FATF agreed on tougher global rules… Bron@FATFNews: In case you missed it… earlier this year, the FATF agreed on tougher global rules for beneficial ownership. This will help stop criminals, kleptocrats, and sanctions evaders from hiding their dirty money behind shell companies. Read more: 1/6

@FATFNews: Beneficial ownership information will need to be up-to-date. Authorities will also have to assess and mitigate the money laundering and terrorist financing risks associated with foreign companies, to which their countries are exposed. 4/6

Beneficial ownership information will need to be up-to-date. Authorities will also have to assess and… Bron@FATFNews: Beneficial ownership information will need to be up-to-date. Authorities will also have to assess and mitigate the money laundering and terrorist financing risks associated with foreign companies, to which their countries are exposed. 4/6

@FATFNews: The changes are a major step forwards in the fight against corruption by ensuring authorities can check the ownership of companies in the course of public procurement. The FATF expects all countries to take concrete steps to implement the new rules promptly. 6/6

The changes are a major step forwards in the fight against corruption by ensuring authorities… Bron@FATFNews: The changes are a major step forwards in the fight against corruption by ensuring authorities can check the ownership of companies in the course of public procurement. The FATF expects all countries to take concrete steps to implement the new rules promptly. 6/6

@FATFNews: In addition to closing beneficial ownership loopholes, the FATF also banned new bearer shares and strengthened disclosure requirements for existing bearer shares and nominee arrangements, which will stop these being used to hide money laundering. 5/6

In addition to closing beneficial ownership loopholes, the FATF also banned new bearer shares and… Bron@FATFNews: In addition to closing beneficial ownership loopholes, the FATF also banned new bearer shares and strengthened disclosure requirements for existing bearer shares and nominee arrangements, which will stop these being used to hide money laundering. 5/6

@FATFNews: The FATF is working to help teach anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing techniques to professionals across the globe. The FATF Training Institute in Korea holds courses that will help authorities take more effective action➡️

The FATF is working to help teach anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing techniques to professionals… Bron@FATFNews: The FATF is working to help teach anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing techniques to professionals across the globe. The FATF Training Institute in Korea holds courses that will help authorities take more effective action➡️

@FATFNews: Day three of the FATF Plenary in Berlin is taking place. Delegates are discussing key issues in the fight against money laundering and terrorist financing, including a report to help the real estate sector tackle illicit finance. See more about it ➡️

Day three of the FATF Plenary in Berlin is taking place. Delegates are discussing key… Bron@FATFNews: Day three of the FATF Plenary in Berlin is taking place. Delegates are discussing key issues in the fight against money laundering and terrorist financing, including a report to help the real estate sector tackle illicit finance. See more about it ➡️

@FATFNews: German Finance Minister @c_lindner told the FATF Plenary that the fight against financial crime is one of his top priorities. Delegates are in Berlin to discuss money laundering and terrorist financing issues. See more about the agenda ➡️

German Finance Minister @c_lindner told the FATF Plenary that the fight against financial crime is… Bron@FATFNews: German Finance Minister @c_lindner told the FATF Plenary that the fight against financial crime is one of his top priorities. Delegates are in Berlin to discuss money laundering and terrorist financing issues. See more about the agenda ➡️

@FATFNews: Stop money laundering, save lives. The FATF is holding a four-day Plenary in Berlin to discuss key issues in the fight against money laundering and terrorist financing. See more about the agenda ➡️ #FollowTheMoney

Stop money laundering, save lives. The FATF is holding a four-day Plenary in Berlin to… Bron@FATFNews: Stop money laundering, save lives. The FATF is holding a four-day Plenary in Berlin to discuss key issues in the fight against money laundering and terrorist financing. See more about the agenda ➡️ #FollowTheMoney

@FATFNews: Day two of the FATF Plenary is taking place in Berlin. Delegates are discussing key issues in the fight against money laundering and terrorist financing, including a report to help the real estate sector tackle money laundering. See more about the agenda ➡️

Day two of the FATF Plenary is taking place in Berlin. Delegates are discussing key… Bron@FATFNews: Day two of the FATF Plenary is taking place in Berlin. Delegates are discussing key issues in the fight against money laundering and terrorist financing, including a report to help the real estate sector tackle money laundering. See more about the agenda ➡️

@FATFNews: In case you missed it… Earlier this year, FATF Ministers agreed on strategic priorities to strengthen global implementation of the FATF Standards to help stop the illicit financial flows that fuel crime, terrorism & corruption. Read the declaration ➡️

In case you missed it… Earlier this year, FATF Ministers agreed on strategic priorities to… Bron@FATFNews: In case you missed it… Earlier this year, FATF Ministers agreed on strategic priorities to strengthen global implementation of the FATF Standards to help stop the illicit financial flows that fuel crime, terrorism & corruption. Read the declaration ➡️

@FATFNews: In case you missed it, check out this FATF report on migrant smuggling. It is a global issue and some estimate it generates more than USD10 billion each year. The report looks at the money being laundered ➡️ 1/6 #FollowTheMoney #migrants

In case you missed it, check out this FATF report on migrant smuggling. It is… Bron@FATFNews: In case you missed it, check out this FATF report on migrant smuggling. It is a global issue and some estimate it generates more than USD10 billion each year. The report looks at the money being laundered ➡️ 1/6 #FollowTheMoney #migrants

@FATFNews: “Money laundering and terrorist financing are often transnational, and so the fight against these crimes can only be won if we work together.” One of the messages from German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in a speech to the FATF Plenary in Berlin. Day two starts later. @Bundeskanzler

“Money laundering and terrorist financing are often transnational, and so the fight against these crimes… Bron@FATFNews: “Money laundering and terrorist financing are often transnational, and so the fight against these crimes can only be won if we work together.” One of the messages from German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in a speech to the FATF Plenary in Berlin. Day two starts later. @Bundeskanzler

@FATFNews: “Financial flows are even more globalised & interconnected – the same must be true of our response.” One of the messages from German Chancellor @OlafScholz in a speech to the FATF Plenary in Berlin. The meeting is discussing ways to better tackle money laundering & related crime.

“Financial flows are even more globalised & interconnected – the same must be true of… Bron@FATFNews: “Financial flows are even more globalised & interconnected – the same must be true of our response.” One of the messages from German Chancellor @OlafScholz in a speech to the FATF Plenary in Berlin. The meeting is discussing ways to better tackle money laundering & related crime.

@FATFNews: Preventing money laundering in the real estate sector, the use of technology to detect dirty money quicker, and decisions on countries identified as not doing enough to tackle their illicit finance risks – all topics to be discussed at the FATF Plenary ➡️

Preventing money laundering in the real estate sector, the use of technology to detect dirty… Bron@FATFNews: Preventing money laundering in the real estate sector, the use of technology to detect dirty money quicker, and decisions on countries identified as not doing enough to tackle their illicit finance risks – all topics to be discussed at the FATF Plenary ➡️

@FATFNews: The FATF Plenary in Berlin is underway. Delegates from around the world, including from FATF partner organisations @UN, @IMFNews & @WorldBank, are working through a full agenda, including how to help the real estate sector better tackle money laundering ➡️

The FATF Plenary in Berlin is underway. Delegates from around the world, including from FATF… Bron@FATFNews: The FATF Plenary in Berlin is underway. Delegates from around the world, including from FATF partner organisations @UN, @IMFNews & @WorldBank, are working through a full agenda, including how to help the real estate sector better tackle money laundering ➡️

@FATFNews: The Financial Action Task Force Plenary gets underway in Berlin later today. Delegates from around the world will meet virtually and in person for four days of meetings. Follow @FATFNews and our website for updates ➡️ #FollowTheMoney

The Financial Action Task Force Plenary gets underway in Berlin later today. Delegates from around… Bron@FATFNews: The Financial Action Task Force Plenary gets underway in Berlin later today. Delegates from around the world will meet virtually and in person for four days of meetings. Follow @FATFNews and our website for updates ➡️ #FollowTheMoney

@FATFNews: Incoming FATF President Raja Kumar says digital transformation is imperative to tackling organised crime. More than 100 financial crime, data protection & technology experts gathered for a conference in Berlin to discuss the issues. See more ➡️

Incoming FATF President Raja Kumar says digital transformation is imperative to tackling organised crime. More… Bron@FATFNews: Incoming FATF President Raja Kumar says digital transformation is imperative to tackling organised crime. More than 100 financial crime, data protection & technology experts gathered for a conference in Berlin to discuss the issues. See more ➡️

@FATFNews: FATF President @MarcusPleyer says digital transformation can be a game-changer in the fight against money laundering. More than 100 financial crime, data protection & technology experts gathered for a conference in Berlin to discuss the issues. See more ➡️

FATF President @MarcusPleyer says digital transformation can be a game-changer in the fight against money… Bron@FATFNews: FATF President @MarcusPleyer says digital transformation can be a game-changer in the fight against money laundering. More than 100 financial crime, data protection & technology experts gathered for a conference in Berlin to discuss the issues. See more ➡️

@FATFNews: The FATF has become the 45th member of the UN Global Counter-Terrorism Coordination Compact. This will help strengthen our coordinated response to terrorist threats, their financing and the spread of violent extremism. See more ➡️ #FollowTheMoney

The FATF has become the 45th member of the UN Global Counter-Terrorism Coordination Compact. This… Bron@FATFNews: The FATF has become the 45th member of the UN Global Counter-Terrorism Coordination Compact. This will help strengthen our coordinated response to terrorist threats, their financing and the spread of violent extremism. See more ➡️ #FollowTheMoney

@FATFNews: The Financial Action Task Force Plenary gets underway in Berlin tomorrow. It is the last to be held under the Germany Presidency of @MarcusPleyer. Delegates will meet virtually & in person for four days of meetings. See more details ➡️ #FollowTheMoney

The Financial Action Task Force Plenary gets underway in Berlin tomorrow. It is the last… Bron@FATFNews: The Financial Action Task Force Plenary gets underway in Berlin tomorrow. It is the last to be held under the Germany Presidency of @MarcusPleyer. Delegates will meet virtually & in person for four days of meetings. See more details ➡️ #FollowTheMoney

@FATFNews: Anti-money laundering & data protection authorities need to work closer together to better tackle privacy and data issues while enabling national authorities and banks to go after illicit finance. The FATF held a conference in Berlin to build partnerships to do this.

Anti-money laundering & data protection authorities need to work closer together to better tackle privacy… Bron@FATFNews: Anti-money laundering & data protection authorities need to work closer together to better tackle privacy and data issues while enabling national authorities and banks to go after illicit finance. The FATF held a conference in Berlin to build partnerships to do this.

@FATFNews: The 13th virtual FATF Standards Training Course has been completed! It focused on anti-money laundering, counter-terrorist financing and proliferation financing techniques and was delivered by FATF training specialists, along with experts from FATF regional partner MENAFATF.

The 13th virtual FATF Standards Training Course has been completed! It focused on anti-money laundering,… Bron@FATFNews: The 13th virtual FATF Standards Training Course has been completed! It focused on anti-money laundering, counter-terrorist financing and proliferation financing techniques and was delivered by FATF training specialists, along with experts from FATF regional partner MENAFATF.

@FATFNews: The FATF Secretariat is happy to welcome Violaine Clerc as its new Executive Secretary. FATF President Marcus Pleyer greeted Ms. Clerc on her first day at work in Paris. See more details here ➡️

The FATF Secretariat is happy to welcome Violaine Clerc as its new Executive Secretary. FATF… Bron@FATFNews: The FATF Secretariat is happy to welcome Violaine Clerc as its new Executive Secretary. FATF President Marcus Pleyer greeted Ms. Clerc on her first day at work in Paris. See more details here ➡️

@FATFNews: A new FATF follow-up report sets out the progress that New Zealand has made to tackle money laundering and terrorist financing. See the update on actions taken here: #followthemoney #moneylaundering #terroristfinancing #NewZealand

A new FATF follow-up report sets out the progress that New Zealand has made to… Bron@FATFNews: A new FATF follow-up report sets out the progress that New Zealand has made to tackle money laundering and terrorist financing. See the update on actions taken here: #followthemoney #moneylaundering #terroristfinancing #NewZealand

@FATFNews: A new FATF follow-up report sets out the progress that Israel has made to tackle money laundering and terrorist financing since their 2018 assessment. See the update on actions taken here: #moneylaundering #terroristfinancing #israel

A new FATF follow-up report sets out the progress that Israel has made to tackle… Bron@FATFNews: A new FATF follow-up report sets out the progress that Israel has made to tackle money laundering and terrorist financing since their 2018 assessment. See the update on actions taken here: #moneylaundering #terroristfinancing #israel

@FATFNews: La France dispose d’un cadre robuste et sophistiqué de lutte contre le blanchiment d’argent & le financement du terrorisme. Les autorités privilègient la poursuite des cas de grande envergure, mais le manque d’enquêteurs spécialisés impacte sur les délais d’enquête.

La France dispose d’un cadre robuste et sophistiqué de lutte contre le blanchiment d’argent &… Bron@FATFNews: La France dispose d’un cadre robuste et sophistiqué de lutte contre le blanchiment d’argent & le financement du terrorisme. Les autorités privilègient la poursuite des cas de grande envergure, mais le manque d’enquêteurs spécialisés impacte sur les délais d’enquête.

@FATFNews: Le système français de lutte contre le #blanchimentdecapitaux & le #financementduterrorisme est efficace à de nombreux égards, mais la France doit améliorer la surveillance du secteur non financier, en particulier le secteur immobilier 👉 🇫🇷

Le système français de lutte contre le #blanchimentdecapitaux & le #financementduterrorisme est efficace à de… Bron@FATFNews: Le système français de lutte contre le #blanchimentdecapitaux & le #financementduterrorisme est efficace à de nombreux égards, mais la France doit améliorer la surveillance du secteur non financier, en particulier le secteur immobilier 👉 🇫🇷

@FATFNews: Suite aux attentats terroristes de 2015, la France a activement lutté contre le financement du terrorisme. Les autorités de poursuite, d’enquête & de renseignement collaborent efficacement. Les enquêtes visant le terrorisme incluent systématiquement un volet sur le financement.

Suite aux attentats terroristes de 2015, la France a activement lutté contre le financement du… Bron@FATFNews: Suite aux attentats terroristes de 2015, la France a activement lutté contre le financement du terrorisme. Les autorités de poursuite, d’enquête & de renseignement collaborent efficacement. Les enquêtes visant le terrorisme incluent systématiquement un volet sur le financement.

@FATFNews: La France a accru ses efforts pour superviser efficacement le secteur financier. Cependant, la surveillance fondée sur le risque est insuffisante dans une grande partie du secteur non financier, notamment pour agents immobiliers & notaires impliques dans le secteur immobilier.

La France a accru ses efforts pour superviser efficacement le secteur financier. Cependant, la surveillance… Bron@FATFNews: La France a accru ses efforts pour superviser efficacement le secteur financier. Cependant, la surveillance fondée sur le risque est insuffisante dans une grande partie du secteur non financier, notamment pour agents immobiliers & notaires impliques dans le secteur immobilier.

@FATFNews: La confiscation des avoirs criminels est une priorité. La France a privé les criminels de montants considérables d’argent sale et d’autres actifs tels que des biens immobiliers. La France doit poursuivre ses efforts pour rapatrier les avoirs criminels confisqués à l’étranger.

La confiscation des avoirs criminels est une priorité. La France a privé les criminels de… Bron@FATFNews: La confiscation des avoirs criminels est une priorité. La France a privé les criminels de montants considérables d’argent sale et d’autres actifs tels que des biens immobiliers. La France doit poursuivre ses efforts pour rapatrier les avoirs criminels confisqués à l’étranger.

@FATFNews: France’s system to tackle #moneylaundering and #terroristfinancing is effective in many respects, notably in law enforcement and confiscation, but needs to improve supervision of non-financial sector businesses, particularly the real estate sector. 🇫🇷▶️

France’s system to tackle #moneylaundering and #terroristfinancing is effective in many respects, notably in law… Bron@FATFNews: France’s system to tackle #moneylaundering and #terroristfinancing is effective in many respects, notably in law enforcement and confiscation, but needs to improve supervision of non-financial sector businesses, particularly the real estate sector. 🇫🇷▶️

@FATFNews: Confiscation of criminal assets is a priority. France has deprived criminals of considerable amounts of dirty money and other assets, such as property. France is to continue its efforts to repatriate criminal assets confiscated abroad.

Confiscation of criminal assets is a priority. France has deprived criminals of considerable amounts of… Bron@FATFNews: Confiscation of criminal assets is a priority. France has deprived criminals of considerable amounts of dirty money and other assets, such as property. France is to continue its efforts to repatriate criminal assets confiscated abroad.

@FATFNews: France has a robust and sophisticated anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing framework. Authorities prioritise high-end money laundering cases but a lack of specialised investigators impacts the duration of investigations, especially in complex cases.

France has a robust and sophisticated anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing framework. Authorities prioritise high-end… Bron@FATFNews: France has a robust and sophisticated anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing framework. Authorities prioritise high-end money laundering cases but a lack of specialised investigators impacts the duration of investigations, especially in complex cases.

@FATFNews: Following terrorist attacks in 2015, France has actively combatted terrorist financing. Prosecution, investigative and intelligence authorities collaborate effectively and exchange information. Terrorism investigations systematically look at the financing involved.

Following terrorist attacks in 2015, France has actively combatted terrorist financing. Prosecution, investigative and intelligence… Bron@FATFNews: Following terrorist attacks in 2015, France has actively combatted terrorist financing. Prosecution, investigative and intelligence authorities collaborate effectively and exchange information. Terrorism investigations systematically look at the financing involved.

@FATFNews: France increased its efforts to effectively supervise the financial sector. However risk-based supervision in much of the non-financial sector is insufficient, particularly for real estate agents and notaries involved in a real estate sector.

France increased its efforts to effectively supervise the financial sector. However risk-based supervision in much… Bron@FATFNews: France increased its efforts to effectively supervise the financial sector. However risk-based supervision in much of the non-financial sector is insufficient, particularly for real estate agents and notaries involved in a real estate sector.

@FATFNews: A FATF follow-up report sets out the progress that Mexico has made to tackle money laundering and terrorist financing. See the update on actions taken here ➡️ #Mexico #moneylaundering #terroristfinancing #compliance

A FATF follow-up report sets out the progress that Mexico has made to tackle money… Bron@FATFNews: A FATF follow-up report sets out the progress that Mexico has made to tackle money laundering and terrorist financing. See the update on actions taken here ➡️ #Mexico #moneylaundering #terroristfinancing #compliance

@FATFNews: A FATF follow-up report sets out the progress that Turkey has made to tackle money laundering and terrorist financing. See the update on actions taken here ➡️ #Turkey #moneylaundering #terroristfinancing #compliance

A FATF follow-up report sets out the progress that Turkey has made to tackle money… Bron@FATFNews: A FATF follow-up report sets out the progress that Turkey has made to tackle money laundering and terrorist financing. See the update on actions taken here ➡️ #Turkey #moneylaundering #terroristfinancing #compliance

@FATFNews: 📣 Job opportunity to join the FATF! 📣We’re looking for:✅ Training Specialists based in Busan, Korea. ✅ A Learning & Design Officer based in Paris, France.A week left to apply! Apply by 16th May⤵️ #jobsearch

📣 Job opportunity to join the FATF! 📣 We’re looking for:✅ Training Specialists based in… Bron@FATFNews: 📣 Job opportunity to join the FATF! 📣We’re looking for:✅ Training Specialists based in Busan, Korea. ✅ A Learning & Design Officer based in Paris, France.A week left to apply! Apply by 16th May⤵️ #jobsearch

@FATFNews: The 12th virtual FATF Standards Training Course was a huge success! Participants from 25 jurisdictions in the Asia/Pacific region were trained on anti-money laundering, counter-terrorist financing and proliferation financing techniques. #FollowTheMoney

The 12th virtual FATF Standards Training Course was a huge success! Participants from 25 jurisdictions… Bron@FATFNews: The 12th virtual FATF Standards Training Course was a huge success! Participants from 25 jurisdictions in the Asia/Pacific region were trained on anti-money laundering, counter-terrorist financing and proliferation financing techniques. #FollowTheMoney

@FATFNews: 📣 Opportunité d’emploi pour rejoindre le GAFI ! 📣Nous recherchons:✅ Des spécialistes en formation basés à Busan, Corée.✅ Un(e) chargé(e) de formation et conception basé(e) à Paris, France.Cliquez ici pour postuler avant le 16 mai ⤵️

📣 Opportunité d’emploi pour rejoindre le GAFI ! 📣 Nous recherchons: ✅ Des spécialistes en… Bron@FATFNews: 📣 Opportunité d’emploi pour rejoindre le GAFI ! 📣Nous recherchons:✅ Des spécialistes en formation basés à Busan, Corée.✅ Un(e) chargé(e) de formation et conception basé(e) à Paris, France.Cliquez ici pour postuler avant le 16 mai ⤵️

@FATFNews: 📣 Job opportunity to join the FATF! 📣We’re looking for:✅ Training Specialists based in Busan, Korea. ✅ A Learning & Design Officer based in Paris, France.Apply by 16th May ⤵️ #jobsearch

📣 Job opportunity to join the FATF! 📣 We’re looking for:✅ Training Specialists based in… Bron@FATFNews: 📣 Job opportunity to join the FATF! 📣We’re looking for:✅ Training Specialists based in Busan, Korea. ✅ A Learning & Design Officer based in Paris, France.Apply by 16th May ⤵️ #jobsearch

@FATFNews: In case you missed it… FATF Ministers have agreed on strategic priorities to strengthen global implementation of the FATF Standards to help stop the illicit financial flows that fuel crime, terrorism & corruption. Read the full Ministerial Declaration ➡️

In case you missed it… FATF Ministers have agreed on strategic priorities to strengthen global… Bron@FATFNews: In case you missed it… FATF Ministers have agreed on strategic priorities to strengthen global implementation of the FATF Standards to help stop the illicit financial flows that fuel crime, terrorism & corruption. Read the full Ministerial Declaration ➡️

@FATFNews: FATF Ministers have agreed on strategic priorities to strengthen global implementation of the FATF Standards to help stop the illicit financial flows that fuel crime, terrorism & corruption. Read the full Ministerial Declaration here ➡️ #FollowTheMoney

FATF Ministers have agreed on strategic priorities to strengthen global implementation of the FATF Standards… Bron@FATFNews: FATF Ministers have agreed on strategic priorities to strengthen global implementation of the FATF Standards to help stop the illicit financial flows that fuel crime, terrorism & corruption. Read the full Ministerial Declaration here ➡️ #FollowTheMoney

@FATFNews: Swift and decisive action against money laundering, terrorist and proliferation financing – and the prompt implementation of the FATF’s global beneficial ownership rules. Just two of the outcomes following a meeting of FATF ministers. Read more➡️

Swift and decisive action against money laundering, terrorist and proliferation financing – and the prompt… Bron@FATFNews: Swift and decisive action against money laundering, terrorist and proliferation financing – and the prompt implementation of the FATF’s global beneficial ownership rules. Just two of the outcomes following a meeting of FATF ministers. Read more➡️

@FATFNews: Ministers and officials from FATF’s 37 member countries & two regional organisations will meet in Washington D.C. today to discuss actions to tackle money laundering & terrorist financing. They will also agree on the FATF’s strategic direction. See more➡️

Ministers and officials from FATF’s 37 member countries & two regional organisations will meet in… Bron@FATFNews: Ministers and officials from FATF’s 37 member countries & two regional organisations will meet in Washington D.C. today to discuss actions to tackle money laundering & terrorist financing. They will also agree on the FATF’s strategic direction. See more➡️

@FATFNews: FATF ministers will meet tomorrow to discuss actions to tackle money laundering & terrorist financing. Ministers and officials from FATF’s 37 member countries & two regional organisations will also agree on the FATF’s future strategic direction ➡️

FATF ministers will meet tomorrow to discuss actions to tackle money laundering & terrorist financing.… Bron@FATFNews: FATF ministers will meet tomorrow to discuss actions to tackle money laundering & terrorist financing. Ministers and officials from FATF’s 37 member countries & two regional organisations will also agree on the FATF’s future strategic direction ➡️

@FATFNews: FATF ministers will meet tomorrow to discuss actions to tackle money laundering & terrorist financing. At a biennial meeting, ministers and officials from FATF’s 37 member countries & two regional organisations will agree on the FATF’s strategic direction➡️

FATF ministers will meet tomorrow to discuss actions to tackle money laundering & terrorist financing.… Bron@FATFNews: FATF ministers will meet tomorrow to discuss actions to tackle money laundering & terrorist financing. At a biennial meeting, ministers and officials from FATF’s 37 member countries & two regional organisations will agree on the FATF’s strategic direction➡️

@FATFNews: The FATF will continue to work with all countries to improve their responses to money laundering, terrorist and proliferation financing risks. The FATF’s growing training programme and a wide range of other projects will help countries take effective action. 6/6

The FATF will continue to work with all countries to improve their responses to money… Bron@FATFNews: The FATF will continue to work with all countries to improve their responses to money laundering, terrorist and proliferation financing risks. The FATF’s growing training programme and a wide range of other projects will help countries take effective action. 6/6

@FATFNews: The FATF has learnt lessons from its current cycle of assessments. In its next round of evaluations, assessments will be more timely, risk-based and results-driven to make sure countries make the necessary changes. 5/6

The FATF has learnt lessons from its current cycle of assessments. In its next round… Bron@FATFNews: The FATF has learnt lessons from its current cycle of assessments. In its next round of evaluations, assessments will be more timely, risk-based and results-driven to make sure countries make the necessary changes. 5/6

@FATFNews: Many countries still face significant challenges, including difficulties in investigating and prosecuting complex cross-border cases and preventing criminals from using shell companies and trusts for illicit purposes. 4/6

Many countries still face significant challenges, including difficulties in investigating and prosecuting complex cross-border cases… Bron@FATFNews: Many countries still face significant challenges, including difficulties in investigating and prosecuting complex cross-border cases and preventing criminals from using shell companies and trusts for illicit purposes. 4/6

@FATFNews: But countries need to focus on the full and effective implementation of the FATF’s standards. At the moment, many countries continue to take a “tick box” approach to adopting laws and regulations. They need to focus on tangible results. 3/6

But countries need to focus on the full and effective implementation of the FATF’s standards.… Bron@FATFNews: But countries need to focus on the full and effective implementation of the FATF’s standards. At the moment, many countries continue to take a “tick box” approach to adopting laws and regulations. They need to focus on tangible results. 3/6

@FATFNews: In terms of laws and regulations, 76% of countries now satisfactorily implement the FATF’s anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing standards. This is up from just 36% in 2012. 2/6

In terms of laws and regulations, 76% of countries now satisfactorily implement the FATF’s anti-money… Bron@FATFNews: In terms of laws and regulations, 76% of countries now satisfactorily implement the FATF’s anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing standards. This is up from just 36% in 2012. 2/6

@FATFNews: Most countries have passed laws and regulations to tackle money laundering and terrorist financing but face major challenges to use them effectively, according to a new FATF report. It outlines what is going well & where improvements need to be made➡️ 1/6

Most countries have passed laws and regulations to tackle money laundering and terrorist financing but… Bron@FATFNews: Most countries have passed laws and regulations to tackle money laundering and terrorist financing but face major challenges to use them effectively, according to a new FATF report. It outlines what is going well & where improvements need to be made➡️ 1/6

@FATFNews: Are countries successfully tackling money laundering & terrorist financing? A new FATF report gives a comprehensive overview of global efforts to tackle these issues. The report outlines what is going well and where countries need to improve. See more ➡️

Are countries successfully tackling money laundering & terrorist financing? A new FATF report gives a… Bron@FATFNews: Are countries successfully tackling money laundering & terrorist financing? A new FATF report gives a comprehensive overview of global efforts to tackle these issues. The report outlines what is going well and where countries need to improve. See more ➡️

@FATFNews: In case you missed it, check out this FATF report on migrant smuggling. While difficult to quantify, it is estimated to generate more than USD10 billion each year. The reports looks at the money being laundered. See more ➡️ #FollowTheMoney #migrants

In case you missed it, check out this FATF report on migrant smuggling. While difficult… Bron@FATFNews: In case you missed it, check out this FATF report on migrant smuggling. While difficult to quantify, it is estimated to generate more than USD10 billion each year. The reports looks at the money being laundered. See more ➡️ #FollowTheMoney #migrants

@FATFNews: Job alert! Two days left to apply for the role of financial advisor at FATF’s regional partner, the Caribbean Financial Action Task Force. The deadline for applications is April 15. Apply here➡️ @CFATFGAFIC #FollowTheMoney

Job alert! Two days left to apply for the role of financial advisor at FATF’s… Bron@FATFNews: Job alert! Two days left to apply for the role of financial advisor at FATF’s regional partner, the Caribbean Financial Action Task Force. The deadline for applications is April 15. Apply here➡️ @CFATFGAFIC #FollowTheMoney

@FATFNews: The 11th virtual FATF Standards Training Course has been completed! It focused on anti-money laundering, counter-terrorist financing and proliferation financing techniques and was delivered by the FATF Training Institute along with experts from FATF’s partner @GiabaEcowas.

The 11th virtual FATF Standards Training Course has been completed! It focused on anti-money laundering,… Bron@FATFNews: The 11th virtual FATF Standards Training Course has been completed! It focused on anti-money laundering, counter-terrorist financing and proliferation financing techniques and was delivered by the FATF Training Institute along with experts from FATF’s partner @GiabaEcowas.

@FATFNews: Job alert! FATF’s regional partner, the Caribbean Financial Action Task Force, is looking for a financial advisor to help in the fight against money laundering and terrorist financing. The deadline for applications is April 15. Apply here➡️ @CFATFGAFIC

Job alert! FATF’s regional partner, the Caribbean Financial Action Task Force, is looking for a… Bron@FATFNews: Job alert! FATF’s regional partner, the Caribbean Financial Action Task Force, is looking for a financial advisor to help in the fight against money laundering and terrorist financing. The deadline for applications is April 15. Apply here➡️ @CFATFGAFIC

@FATFNews: The FATF calls on countries to proactively follow the money linked to migrant smuggling. Strengthening institutional, international and regional cooperation is an important step. There should be particular focus on supporting countries directly affected by migrant smuggling. 6/6

The FATF calls on countries to proactively follow the money linked to migrant smuggling. Strengthening… Bron@FATFNews: The FATF calls on countries to proactively follow the money linked to migrant smuggling. Strengthening institutional, international and regional cooperation is an important step. There should be particular focus on supporting countries directly affected by migrant smuggling. 6/6

@FATFNews: Migrant smuggling groups appear to increasingly use professional laundering networks. National authorities can make migrant smuggling an unprofitable crime by launching financial investigations to trace the illicit funds involved and disrupt linked laundering activity. 5/6

Migrant smuggling groups appear to increasingly use professional laundering networks. National authorities can make migrant… Bron@FATFNews: Migrant smuggling groups appear to increasingly use professional laundering networks. National authorities can make migrant smuggling an unprofitable crime by launching financial investigations to trace the illicit funds involved and disrupt linked laundering activity. 5/6

@FATFNews: An informal money transfer system, known as hawala, is the most common way to send funds linked to migrant smuggling. This makes it difficult for law enforcement agencies to trace. Funds can also be transported via cash couriers, money mules and other methods. 4/6

An informal money transfer system, known as hawala, is the most common way to send… Bron@FATFNews: An informal money transfer system, known as hawala, is the most common way to send funds linked to migrant smuggling. This makes it difficult for law enforcement agencies to trace. Funds can also be transported via cash couriers, money mules and other methods. 4/6

@FATFNews: There are very few money laundering investigations or prosecutions linked to migrant smuggling. This is due to a range of factors, including challenges associated with international cooperation and often a lack of focus on ‘following the money’ behind migrant smuggling gangs. 3/6

There are very few money laundering investigations or prosecutions linked to migrant smuggling. This is… Bron@FATFNews: There are very few money laundering investigations or prosecutions linked to migrant smuggling. This is due to a range of factors, including challenges associated with international cooperation and often a lack of focus on ‘following the money’ behind migrant smuggling gangs. 3/6

@FATFNews: Smugglers take advantage of migrants willing to take risks in search of a better life. Smuggled migrants are vulnerable to abuse and exploitation and are often put in danger. Many countries do not consider migrant smuggling a ‘high risk’ crime for money laundering. 2/6

Smugglers take advantage of migrants willing to take risks in search of a better life.… Bron@FATFNews: Smugglers take advantage of migrants willing to take risks in search of a better life. Smuggled migrants are vulnerable to abuse and exploitation and are often put in danger. Many countries do not consider migrant smuggling a ‘high risk’ crime for money laundering. 2/6

@FATFNews: Migrant smuggling is a global issue. Criminals smuggle migrants across borders and between continents. While difficult to quantify, it is estimated to generate more than USD10 billion each year. A new FATF report looks at the money being laundered ➡️ 1/6

Migrant smuggling is a global issue. Criminals smuggle migrants across borders and between continents. While… Bron@FATFNews: Migrant smuggling is a global issue. Criminals smuggle migrants across borders and between continents. While difficult to quantify, it is estimated to generate more than USD10 billion each year. A new FATF report looks at the money being laundered ➡️ 1/6