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Financial Action Task Force.
intergovernmental organization to combat money laundering and terrorism financing
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IMF advises Kenya on crypto market regulation, requiring implementation of FATF's Travel Rule standard.Some support1 report
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FATF designated North Korea as a high-risk jurisdiction on November 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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Tonga is seeking a re-rating of its compliance with Financial Action Task Force recommendations.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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China allows KIO offensive in Shan/Rakhine States, while Japan presses FATF to remove Myanmar from blacklist.Some support1 report
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A collection of economic developments regarding South Africa's status (credit rating, FATF status, growth outlook) influenced by international bodies (World Bank, FATF, S&P Global) and geopolitical factors (Middle East conflict, Sub-Saharan Africa average).Some support2 reports6 developments inside
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FATF announced several country status changes on October 1, 2026, including removals for Bulgaria, DRC, and Monaco.Well supported18 reports
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Government must follow FATF recommendations.Well supported12 reports3 developments inside
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The NBA is supporting the EFCC's fight against financial crimes, leading to FATF grey list removal and increased financial inflows to Nigeria.Well supported14 reports
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India participated in a Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Plenary meeting held in Paris.Some support4 reports
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Barbados and Namibia joined the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) via the Financial Sector Review Body (FSRB).Some support4 reports
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An organization based in the Sister Islands is adhering to FATF standards for financial crime, with training held in Cayman Brac.Some support1 report1 development inside
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CFATF examiners are present in Nassau for an inspection and debate addressing anti-financial crime standards.Some support1 report
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The Bahamas must adhere to UN sanctions regimes and FATF global standards for anti-money laundering.Some support1 report
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Kenya is working to exit the FATF grey list, with regulations tracing back to UNSC resolutions and requiring Central Bank guidance.Some support1 report
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Sri Lanka is aligning its national policies with FATF standards, including directing draft legislation for virtual assets and joint supervision of virtual asset service providers.Well supported4 reports
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FATF held meetings and signed an MoU with Canadian financial intelligence agencies to share financial intelligence.Some support3 reports
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IFC in Oman is aligning with international standards and is under monitoring by the International Monetary Fund and Financial Action Task Force.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Vivek Aggarwal, associated with the Government of India, was elected as Vice President of FATF.Well supported34 reports
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India holds the vice-presidency of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), with an officer from the Madhya Pradesh cadre involved.Well supported14 reports1 development inside
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South Africa is undergoing an assessment by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) regarding its compliance with international standards to combat serious financial crimes.Well supported6 reports1 development inside
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The UAE assumes the presidency of MENAFATF.Some support13 reports
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The Federal Investigation Agency released an updated list concerning compliance projects.Some support3 reports
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Fraud and collusion led to hospital concession revocation in Malta, prompting a government inquiry, while grey listing forced a financial enforcement overhaul.Some support1 report
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Hearings have been called regarding the potential placement of Turkey on the FATF blacklist.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Central Bank of Nigeria intensified its actions to meet requirements set by the Financial Action Task Force.Some support1 report3 developments inside
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Trials are underway to address concerns raised by the Financial Action Task Force regarding Nigeria's compliance issues.Some support1 report
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FATF pressures Pakistan regarding deficiencies while Azhar remains wanted in India, whom Islamabad claims fled to Afghanistan.Some support11 reports1 development inside
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Bill mandates alignment with international FATF standards, with the Monetary Authority of Singapore overseeing financial regulation within Singapore.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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FATF monitors the professionalization of money laundering, specifically concerning informal money-transfer systems.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Sri Lanka strengthened its Anti-Money Laundering/Combating the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) framework in line with FATF standards.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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FATF is an international body addressing global financial crime.Some support2 reports
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Curaçao is undergoing an enhanced follow-up review by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF).Some support1 report
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The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) is based in Paris, France.Some support2 reports
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FATF member countries identified professional service providers as part of its monitoring efforts.Some support2 reports
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Underground hawala networks are operating between Oman and Pakistan, contributing to a joint report on financial trends assessed by the Financial Action Task Force.Some support2 reports
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The Territory/Virgin Islands must meet global standards set by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF).Some support3 reports1 development inside
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FATF standards are causing unintended consequences in Serbia, the Philippines, and India.Some support1 report
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The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) adopted global Anti-Money Laundering (AML) standards on September 2, 2026.Some support1 report
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Mam Cherno Jallow was appointed Director-General of GIABA by the Financial Action Task Force.Some support1 report
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FTSE classification is linked to FATF grey list exit, and the FTSE Frontier Index is wholly owned by the LSE.Some support1 report
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Mexico commits to global anti-money-laundering standards, involving its state oil company Pemex.Some support1 report
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The Financial Action Task Force is reviewing the anti-money laundering framework involving the Palestine Monetary Authority.Some support12 reports
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Argentina's representative has resigned from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) post.Some support1 report
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Nepal failed to secure removal from the FATF grey list, with the IMF pledging reforms to help avoid blacklisting.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Botswana faces review by FATF regarding financial crime efforts.Some support1 report
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SEC Nigeria implements sanctions and due diligence requirements against North Korea, Myanmar, and Iran, aligning with FATF recommendations.Some support2 reports
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South Africa achieves removal from FATF greylist status following a budget review, amidst calls for greater parliamentary budget power.Some support3 reports
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The Financial Action Task Force is considering international body assessments on tax practices and seeking alignment on tax jurisdiction lists involving the Portuguese Government.Some support1 report1 development inside
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FATF monitors Pakistan for money laundering issues, while India secured the FATF Vice-Presidency.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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US increases scrutiny and raises rewards against CJNG while adhering to international anti-money laundering standards.Some support1 report
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FATF grey-listing highlights financial oversight weaknesses in Papua New Guinea, prompting an audit into alleged misuse of public funds involving James Marape and setting a legal precedent via Paul Tiensten's case.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Parliament is working to exit the FATF grey list.Some support2 reports
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A government is seeking to exit the EU tax list, with discussions taking place in Brussels regarding international financial compliance standards.Some support1 report
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Nigeria is preparing for FATF Mutual Evaluation, with the Ministry of Justice providing the legal foundation for the AML/CFT regime.Some support3 reports
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FATF identified shortcomings in the enhanced monitoring process, which must comply with UNSC resolutions and recommendations.Some support1 report
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Under the pressure to abide by FATF recommendations, calls have been made regarding actions taken in Tehran, including attacks launched from the city.Some support1 report
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Vietnam's State Bank must amend AML laws based on FATF recommendations and meet IMF membership obligations.Some support1 report
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Adopting FATF standards strengthens financial reputation, leading to BIR gaining stronger powers to combat tax evasion in Trinidad and Tobago.Some support1 report
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FATF designated a Lashkar-e-Taiba proxy (TRF) as a Financial Terrorist Organization, prompting India to push for action against Pakistan-backed terror networks.Some support5 reports
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Government uses FATF standards to justify NGO law.Some support1 report
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Explainers that pass through Financial Action Task Force
Financial Action Task Force is a step on the way to someone else- Vivek Aggarwal elected FATF Vice President in major diplomatic winVivek Aggarwal assumes role as FATF Vice President for 2026-2027Reported
- How will the election of an Indian officer to the FATF Vice Presidency affect the Ministry of External Affairs?MEA celebrates election of Indian bureaucrat to FATF Vice PresidencyReported
Around Financial Action Task Force this week
News at the entities that move Financial Action Task Force most-
Government of India StructuralKolkata hosted the PBD Convention in 2025.Moves Financial Action Task Force
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United Nations StructuralAlbanese prepares to speak at a UN climate summit while Indonesian production surge threatens Australian smelters.Moves Financial Action Task Force
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Thomson StructuralThomson serves as VP of strategic alliances at Carepath Caribbean.Moves Financial Action Task Force
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Cyril Ramaphosa StructuralRamaphosa represented reform against corruption in Johannesburg.Moves Financial Action Task Force
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parliament StructuralMeasures to end the feudal leasehold system are set to be introduced in Parliament in England.Moves Financial Action Task Force
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Boeing StructuralA United Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 flight landed safely at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, prompting an FAA investigation.Moves Financial Action Task Force
Connections
The 40 strongest of 155, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Bulgaria Structural
Bulgaria's legal framework and compliance status are structurally dependent on meeting anti-money laundering standards set by the Financial Action Task Force.
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Vivek Agarwal Transactional
Vivek Agarwal holds the leadership position of Vice President within the Financial Action Task Force (FATF).
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Vivek Aggarwal Structural
Vivek Aggarwal holds the formal capacity of Vice-President within the Financial Action Task Force.
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Democratic Republic of the Congo Structural
FATF formally removed the Democratic Republic of the Congo from its international monitoring list.
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Vivek Aggarwal Structural
Vivek Aggarwal serves as Vice-President of the Financial Action Task Force.
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Namibia Structural
Namibia's financial system is formally monitored and evaluated by the FATF regarding international compliance standards and membership.
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Sri Lanka Structural
FATF sets international financial compliance standards that Sri Lanka must adopt and implement through regulatory reforms and evaluations.
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South Africa Structural
FATF formally regulates South Africa's financial sector, assessing its compliance with international anti-money laundering standards.
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Government of India Structural
The Government of India holds leadership roles and contributes senior expertise to the Financial Action Task Force.
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Nigeria Structural
FATF formally regulates Nigeria's financial compliance and evaluates its anti-money laundering efforts, determining its international standing.
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United Nations Structural
The UN provides the overarching framework within which FATF operates, and UN strategy relies on FATF standards.
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Thomson Structural
Thomson serves as the UK official leading the agenda of the Financial Action Task Force.
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government Structural
The government is structurally required to follow the recommendations issued by the Financial Action Task Force.
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Lashkar-e-Taiba Structural
FATF monitors LeT's financial operations and formally designates it as a target due to failures in countering terrorist financing.
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Securities and Exchange Commission Structural
FATF issues global standards that guide the operational actions and regulatory framework of the SEC.
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Vivek Aggarwal Structural
Vivek Aggarwal was appointed Vice President of the global FATF body.
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Kenya Structural
Kenya is subject to formal regulatory scrutiny and compliance requirements set by the FATF regarding anti-money laundering standards.
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Cyril Ramaphosa Structural
The office of the President operates under the scrutiny and standards framework of the Financial Action Task Force.
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Central Bank of Nigeria Structural
CBN's operations are constrained by and must align with international anti-money laundering standards set by the FATF.
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Monaco Structural
The Financial Action Task Force has formally removed Monaco from various financial monitoring and grey lists.
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Barbados Structural
Barbados maintains a formal structural relationship with FATF through membership in a regional body.
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Federal Investigation Agency Structural
The FIA's operational mandates, development projects, and oversight functions are structured to ensure compliance with FATF recommendations and global standards.
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parliament Structural
The Parliament is undergoing a formal evaluation process by the FATF aimed at achieving removal from the grey list.
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Lin Wang Structural
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Cayman Islands Structural
The Cayman Islands operates as a jurisdiction bound by the standards and evaluations set by the Financial Action Task Force.
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Boeing Structural
Boeing operates within the global economic landscape overseen by the FATF standards.
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Palestine Monetary Authority Structural
FATF establishes international AML/CTF standards that the PMA must adhere to for financial oversight.
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Syria Structural
FATF provides capacity building and technical assistance to Syria regarding AML/CFT standards and recommendations.
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Thailand Structural
Thailand adopts global AML standards established by the Financial Action Task Force.
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Jordan Structural
FATF provides technical assistance and conducts mutual evaluations to ensure Jordan complies with global AML/CFT standards.
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Botswana Structural
FATF is evaluating Botswana's compliance efforts regarding financial crime and anti-money laundering standards.
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Sangeeta Goswami Structural
Sangeeta Goswami serves as Co-Chair of the Global NPO Coalition focused on the work of the Financial Action Task Force.
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Lebanon Structural
FATF's regulatory scrutiny and grey list status directly impact Lebanon's operational viability.
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Myanmar Structural
FATF blacklists Myanmar due to concerns over illicit finance, maintaining regulatory oversight.
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Pakistan Structural
FATF monitors and pressures Pakistan regarding compliance with international standards on anti-money laundering and terror financing.
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Iraq Structural
FATF monitors Iraq's financial compliance, and Iraq participates in FATF meetings and frameworks.
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Congress Structural
FATF establishes international standards and recommendations that Congress must consider and implement into national law.
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Romania Structural
Romania's financial compliance is subject to the oversight and recommendations of the Financial Action Task Force.
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Azerbaijan Operational
Azerbaijan actively cooperates with the Financial Action Task Force by aligning with international AML/CTF standards and hosting related sessions.
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Monetary Authority of Singapore Structural
MAS operates as a national regulator required to adopt and implement the international standards set by the FATF.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
4 events- IMF advises Kenya on crypto market regulation, requiring implementation of FATF's Travel Rule standard.
- FATF designated North Korea as a high-risk jurisdiction on November 1, 2026.
- Tonga is seeking a re-rating of its compliance with Financial Action Task Force recommendations.
- China allows KIO offensive in Shan/Rakhine States, while Japan presses FATF to remove Myanmar from blacklist.
October 2026
6 events- FATF announced several country status changes on October 1, 2026, including removals for Bulgaria, DRC, and Monaco.
- India participated in a Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Plenary meeting held in Paris.
- Barbados and Namibia joined the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) via the Financial Sector Review Body (FSRB).
- CFATF examiners are present in Nassau for an inspection and debate addressing anti-financial crime standards.
- The Bahamas must adhere to UN sanctions regimes and FATF global standards for anti-money laundering.
- Kenya is working to exit the FATF grey list, with regulations tracing back to UNSC resolutions and requiring Central Bank guidance.
September 2026
18 events- The NBA is supporting the EFCC's fight against financial crimes, leading to FATF grey list removal and increased financial inflows to Nigeria.
- An organization based in the Sister Islands is adhering to FATF standards for financial crime, with training held in Cayman Brac.
- Sri Lanka is aligning its national policies with FATF standards, including directing draft legislation for virtual assets and joint supervision of virtual asset service providers.
- The UAE assumes the presidency of MENAFATF.
- The Federal Investigation Agency released an updated list concerning compliance projects.
- Fraud and collusion led to hospital concession revocation in Malta, prompting a government inquiry, while grey listing forced a financial enforcement overhaul.
- Trials are underway to address concerns raised by the Financial Action Task Force regarding Nigeria's compliance issues.
- FATF pressures Pakistan regarding deficiencies while Azhar remains wanted in India, whom Islamabad claims fled to Afghanistan.
- Bill mandates alignment with international FATF standards, with the Monetary Authority of Singapore overseeing financial regulation within Singapore.
- FATF monitors the professionalization of money laundering, specifically concerning informal money-transfer systems.
- FATF is an international body addressing global financial crime.
- Curaçao is undergoing an enhanced follow-up review by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF).
- The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) is based in Paris, France.
- FATF member countries identified professional service providers as part of its monitoring efforts.
- Underground hawala networks are operating between Oman and Pakistan, contributing to a joint report on financial trends assessed by the Financial Action Task Force.
- FATF standards are causing unintended consequences in Serbia, the Philippines, and India.
- The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) adopted global Anti-Money Laundering (AML) standards on September 2, 2026.
- Mam Cherno Jallow was appointed Director-General of GIABA by the Financial Action Task Force.
Show 3 earlier months
August 2026
17 events- A collection of economic developments regarding South Africa's status (credit rating, FATF status, growth outlook) influenced by international bodies (World Bank, FATF, S&P Global) and geopolitical factors (Middle East conflict, Sub-Saharan Africa average).
- The Territory/Virgin Islands must meet global standards set by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF).
- FTSE classification is linked to FATF grey list exit, and the FTSE Frontier Index is wholly owned by the LSE.
- Mexico commits to global anti-money-laundering standards, involving its state oil company Pemex.
- The Financial Action Task Force is reviewing the anti-money laundering framework involving the Palestine Monetary Authority.
- Argentina's representative has resigned from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) post.
- Botswana faces review by FATF regarding financial crime efforts.
- SEC Nigeria implements sanctions and due diligence requirements against North Korea, Myanmar, and Iran, aligning with FATF recommendations.
- US increases scrutiny and raises rewards against CJNG while adhering to international anti-money laundering standards.
- Parliament is working to exit the FATF grey list.
- A government is seeking to exit the EU tax list, with discussions taking place in Brussels regarding international financial compliance standards.
- Nigeria is preparing for FATF Mutual Evaluation, with the Ministry of Justice providing the legal foundation for the AML/CFT regime.
- FATF identified shortcomings in the enhanced monitoring process, which must comply with UNSC resolutions and recommendations.
- Under the pressure to abide by FATF recommendations, calls have been made regarding actions taken in Tehran, including attacks launched from the city.
- Vietnam's State Bank must amend AML laws based on FATF recommendations and meet IMF membership obligations.
- Adopting FATF standards strengthens financial reputation, leading to BIR gaining stronger powers to combat tax evasion in Trinidad and Tobago.
- FATF designated a Lashkar-e-Taiba proxy (TRF) as a Financial Terrorist Organization, prompting India to push for action against Pakistan-backed terror networks.
July 2026
6 events- Government must follow FATF recommendations.
- Hearings have been called regarding the potential placement of Turkey on the FATF blacklist.
- Sri Lanka strengthened its Anti-Money Laundering/Combating the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) framework in line with FATF standards.
- The Financial Action Task Force is considering international body assessments on tax practices and seeking alignment on tax jurisdiction lists involving the Portuguese Government.
- FATF grey-listing highlights financial oversight weaknesses in Papua New Guinea, prompting an audit into alleged misuse of public funds involving James Marape and setting a legal precedent via Paul Tiensten's case.
- Government uses FATF standards to justify NGO law.
June 2026
9 events- FATF held meetings and signed an MoU with Canadian financial intelligence agencies to share financial intelligence.
- IFC in Oman is aligning with international standards and is under monitoring by the International Monetary Fund and Financial Action Task Force.
- Vivek Aggarwal, associated with the Government of India, was elected as Vice President of FATF.
- India holds the vice-presidency of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), with an officer from the Madhya Pradesh cadre involved.
- South Africa is undergoing an assessment by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) regarding its compliance with international standards to combat serious financial crimes.
- The Central Bank of Nigeria intensified its actions to meet requirements set by the Financial Action Task Force.
- Nepal failed to secure removal from the FATF grey list, with the IMF pledging reforms to help avoid blacklisting.
- South Africa achieves removal from FATF greylist status following a budget review, amidst calls for greater parliamentary budget power.
- FATF monitors Pakistan for money laundering issues, while India secured the FATF Vice-Presidency.