Georgia Scores High in Money Laundering Prevention Assessment, FATF Endorses Findings

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has evaluated Georgia’s commitment to preventing money laundering and combating terrorist financing, and the country has emerged with a high score. The assessment was conducted based on the 2012 FATF Recommendations and employed the 2013 Methodology.

Evaluation Process

According to sources close to the evaluation, the Georgian government provided extensive information to the team, which also conducted an on-site visit to the country to gather additional data. The findings of this assessment have been thoroughly reviewed and endorsed by the FATF.

Key Findings

The key areas of strength identified in Georgia’s money laundering prevention efforts include:

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Priority Actions

However, the report also identifies several priority actions that must be taken to further strengthen Georgia’s anti-money laundering (AML) regime. These priority actions are outlined in detail in the Executive Summary of the report.

Government Response

The Georgian government has welcomed the outcome of the assessment and is already taking steps to address the identified priorities. This development is seen as a significant milestone in Georgia’s efforts to maintain its reputation as a stable and secure financial hub.

Overall, this evaluation demonstrates Georgia’s commitment to preventing money laundering and combating terrorist financing, and underscores its position as a responsible player in the global financial system.