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Vanuatu’s Financial Intelligence Unit Commission of Inquiry Completes Report Ahead of Schedule
A commission of inquiry into the Director of Vanuatu’s Financial Intelligent Unit (FIU) has completed its final report, exceeding expectations with its thoroughness and efficiency. Led by Peter Bong, a former Police Commissioner, Ombudsman Investigator, and police criminal investigator, the team delivered an outstanding result despite facing numerous challenges.
Background
The commission was tasked with investigating the FIU Director, and its findings will play a crucial role in shaping the country’s financial future. With the authority granted to it by law, the commission had the power to summon anyone for questioning, and non-compliance was not an option.
Investigation Process
According to Peter Bong, the individuals who were interviewed were exceptionally cooperative, and the FIU Commission of Inquiry completed its work within a reasonable timeframe despite obstacles. The report has been handed over to Minister John Amos Nalau, responsible for the Commission of Inquiry, who is thoroughly impressed with the outstanding professionalism displayed by the COI team.
Key Highlights
- The commission’s meticulous work resulted in the completion of the preliminary report and its submission to the Minister of Finance for further investigation before prosecution.
- The Council of Ministers has provided immense support to all three Commissions of Inquiry, whose reports have been concluded.
Future Investigations
Notably, the COI’s remarkable performance in the Financial Intelligence Unit has earned them an opportunity to investigate the Vanuatu Citizenship saga. The conclusive report is set to be presented at the Council of Ministers by Minister John Salong Damasing, the Minister of Finance and Economic Management, sometime this week.
This article highlights the impressive work done by the FIU Commission of Inquiry in completing its report ahead of schedule, and we look forward to seeing the results of their future investigations.