Cook Islands Financial Crime Hotline: A Beacon of Hope Against Financial Criminality

Introduction

The Cook Islands Financial Intelligence Unit (CIFIU) has been established to prevent, detect, investigate, and prosecute financial crimes that pose a threat to the country’s economy. With a clear mandate, CIFIU is committed to contributing to national, regional, and global efforts against money laundering, terrorist financing, and other serious offenses.

Mission

At its core, CIFIU’s mission is to provide timely and high-quality financial intelligence to support law enforcement agencies in their pursuit of financial criminals. The unit aims to:

• Conduct compliance examinations
• Collect and analyze information
• Identify and disrupt illicit activities that undermine the integrity of the financial system

Cook Islands Financial Crime Hotline

The Cook Islands Financial Crime Hotline is a critical component of CIFIU’s efforts, providing a dedicated channel for reporting suspicious transactions and other financial irregularities. The hotline allows:

• Individuals and organizations to report potential financial crimes anonymously
• Authorities to take swift action against suspected offenders while ensuring the safety and security of those reporting

Vision

CIFIU’s vision is to be a leader in the provision of financial intelligence, supporting domestic and international efforts to combat money laundering, terrorist financing, and other serious crimes. By doing so, the unit aims to:

• Create a safe and stable financial environment
• Attract investors and benefit the people of the Cook Islands

Impact

Through its tireless efforts, CIFIU is poised to make a significant impact in the fight against financial criminality, protecting the integrity of the country’s financial system and promoting economic stability for generations to come.