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RISK-BASED APPROACH ESSENTIAL FOR ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING EFFORTS IN GRENADA

Grenada’s anti-money laundering (AML) efforts have been deemed “partially compliant” by international ratings, highlighting the need for a risk-based approach to tackle financial crime in the country.

Current Challenges in Grenada’s AML Efforts

According to the latest Mutual Report 2022, Grenada has made some progress in implementing the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Recommendations. However, there is still work to be done to improve the country’s AML framework. The report notes that Grenada’s financial institutions must adopt a risk-based approach to identify and mitigate money laundering risks.

Key Areas for Improvement

The report highlights several areas where Grenada’s AML efforts need improvement:

  • Risk assessment: Grenada’s financial institutions must assess the level of risk associated with individual customers or transactions.
  • Customer due diligence: The country’s financial institutions must improve their customer due diligence processes to prevent money laundering.
  • National cooperation and coordination: Law enforcement agencies, regulatory bodies, and other stakeholders must work together more effectively to combat money laundering.

Government Response

The government of Grenada has pledged to increase funding and support for AML initiatives. The government will also enhance cooperation with international partners to share best practices and expertise.

Quote from a Government Official

“The fight against money laundering requires a collective effort,” said a government official. “We are committed to working with our international partners to ensure that Grenada’s financial sector is transparent, secure, and resilient.”

Conclusion

Grenada’s AML efforts require a risk-based approach to effectively tackle financial crime in the country. By adopting this approach, Grenada can improve its ratings and demonstrate its commitment to combating money laundering and terrorist financing.

Recommendations

  • Implement a risk-based approach to identify and mitigate money laundering risks.
  • Improve customer due diligence processes to prevent money laundering.
  • Enhance national cooperation and coordination between law enforcement agencies, regulatory bodies, and other stakeholders.
  • Increase funding and support for AML initiatives.
  • Enhance cooperation with international partners to share best practices and expertise.