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Combating Terrorist Financing in Maldives

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Effective anti-money laundering and combating the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) policies are crucial to maintain the integrity and stability of Maldives’ financial sector and economy. Money laundering, terrorist financing, and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction can destabilize a country’s financial system, lead to banking crises, and damage its reputation globally.

Importance of AML/CFT Policies

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has been at the forefront of shaping AML/CFT policies globally, providing technical assistance to member countries, including Maldives. The IMF’s AML/CFT strategy aims to prevent and combat these crimes by promoting macro-critical policy advice, capacity development programs, and bilateral and regional technical assistance.

Key Components of AML/CFT Strategy

  • Promoting macro-critical policy advice
  • Capacity development programs
  • Bilateral and regional technical assistance

Maldives’ Efforts to Combat ML/TF/PF

Maldives has taken steps to address these concerns, implementing measures such as:

  • Strengthening its anti-money laundering regime
  • Enhancing customer due diligence
  • Improving cooperation with international partners

However, more needs to be done to ensure that the country’s financial system remains resilient and effective in combating terrorist financing.

IMF Support to Maldives

The IMF will continue to work closely with Maldives to strengthen its AML/CFT framework, providing technical assistance and policy advice to help the country achieve its goals. By working together, we can combat terrorist financing and maintain the integrity of Maldives’ financial sector.

What is ML/TF/PF?

  • Money laundering involves the processing of assets from criminal activity to obscure their illegal origins
  • Terrorist financing involves raising and processing funds to supply terrorists with resources
  • Financing of the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction requires countries to implement targeted financial sanctions to comply with United Nations Security Council resolutions

Resources

The IMF has published several reports and studies on AML/CFT, including:

  • “Combating Terrorist Financing”
  • “Strengthening Anti-Money Laundering Regimes”

The IMF’s blog also features articles on AML/CFT, including:

  • “The Fight Against Financial Crime Isn’t Lost”

Events

The IMF will host a series of events in Maldives to promote awareness and understanding of AML/CFT issues. These events will bring together experts from around the world to share best practices and discuss challenges and solutions.

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