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Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter Financing of Terrorism (CFT) Global Compliance Policy

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Introduction

This comprehensive AML/CFT Global Compliance Policy document outlines LuLu Exchange Company LLC’s commitment to preventing money laundering, terrorist financing, and other illicit activities. The following sections detail the key points of our policy.

Risk Assessment

We conduct regular risk assessments to identify key and inherent risks associated with our operations.

  • Risk Tolerance Levels: We set specific risk tolerance levels to guide our risk management actions.
  • Existing Risk Management Actions and Controls: We evaluate existing controls and take additional measures as necessary to mitigate identified risks.
  • Inherent Risk Categories: We categorize risks into inherent risk categories and implement additional controls if triggered.
  • Residual Risks: We identify and categorize residual risks that remain after implementing controls.

Customer and Transaction Risks

We conduct thorough customer due diligence (CDD) to obtain valid identification documents, and enhanced CDD when required to collect and verify evidences.

  • Customer Risk Assessment and Categorization: We execute risk assessment and categorization using data collected during the customer onboarding process.
  • Transaction Monitoring: We apply profiling mechanisms, collecting data, and executing thorough monitoring to identify illegal transactions.
  • Reporting Suspicious Transactions: We report suspicious transactions to regulatory authorities.

We continuously evaluate our portfolio for AML/CFT inherent risks and assess new products and services before introducing them in the market.

  • Continuous Risk Evaluation: We regularly review our product and service offerings to identify potential AML/CFT risks.
  • New Product Introduction: We evaluate new products and services for associated AML/CFT risks before introduction.

Training

We provide comprehensive training to employees on AML/CFT principles, including:

  • Induction Courses: Employees receive initial training on AML/CFT policies and procedures.
  • Basic Principles Training: All employees undergo basic principles training every six months.
  • Specialized Training: Management and support staff receive specialized training relevant to their roles.

Record Retention

We maintain records required by AML/CFT laws and regulations for at least 5 years in hard copy form and an undefined period in electronic form.

Internal and External Reviews and Audits

We conduct regular internal compliance reviews and engage external auditing firms to perform audits on agreed-upon procedures or risk assessments of our AML/CFT policies and procedures.

  • Independent Compliance Reviews: Our Compliance Officer and internal auditors execute independent compliance reviews.
  • External Auditing Firms: We engage external auditing firms to conduct audits and provide assurance on the effectiveness of our AML/CFT controls.

Cooperation with Regulators and Law Enforcement Officials

We cooperate fully with regulatory officials during examinations, inspections, or assessments, and respond promptly to requests for data and information.

  • Regulatory Examinations: We engage cooperatively with regulators during examinations, inspections, or assessments.
  • Data Requests: We respond promptly to requests for data and information from regulatory authorities.

Compliance Declaration

Full compliance with the Legal and Regulatory Framework is mandatory for all owners, directors, managers, and employees. Failure to adhere to this policy shall result in disciplinary action.

Conclusion

LuLu Exchange Company LLC has implemented a robust AML/CFT Compliance Program that covers various aspects of risk management, customer and transaction risks, training, record retention, internal and external reviews, and cooperation with regulatory authorities. Our commitment to compliance ensures the integrity of our operations and minimizes the risk of money laundering and terrorist financing activities.