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Grenada Takes Steps to Enhance Financial Compliance

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In an effort to strengthen its financial systems and prevent illicit activities, the Government of Grenada has been actively working on implementing best practices for financial compliance. The country’s efforts have been evaluated by international experts, who have assessed Grenada’s progress in meeting the technical requirements of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Recommendations.

Key Areas of Progress

According to a report released earlier this year, Grenada has made significant strides in several key areas, including:

National Cooperation and Coordination

  • Improved collaboration with international partners: Grenada has strengthened its collaboration with international partners and regional organizations, such as the Caribbean Financial Action Task Force (CFATF).
  • Effective laws and regulations: The country has implemented effective laws and regulations to facilitate the confiscation of assets linked to money laundering and terrorist financing.

Reporting of Suspicious Transactions

  • Enhanced reporting requirements: Grenada has enhanced its reporting requirements for financial institutions, ensuring that they are equipped to identify and report suspicious transactions in a timely manner.

Remaining Challenges

While Grenada has made significant progress, there are still areas where improvement is needed. These include:

Customer Due Diligence

  • Implementation of robust know-your-customer (KYC) procedures: The country needs to strengthen its customer due diligence requirements for financial institutions.
  • Risk management and oversight: Grenada must improve its risk management and oversight of correspondent banking relationships.

Correspondent Banking

  • Improved correspondent banking relationships: Grenada must improve its correspondent banking relationships and ensure that these arrangements are subject to adequate risk management and oversight.

Conclusion

Grenada’s commitment to financial compliance is a positive step towards strengthening its financial systems and preventing illicit activities. While challenges remain, the country’s efforts demonstrate a willingness to address potential vulnerabilities and improve its regulatory framework.