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Luxembourg Tightens Laws to Combat Terrorist Financing

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In a bid to prevent the funding of terrorist organizations, Luxembourg has strengthened its laws to detect and prevent the flow of money to such groups.

Enhanced Cooperation with International Partners

The government of Luxembourg is working closely with international partners to implement measures that will enhance the country’s ability to combat terrorist financing. The efforts are part of a broader initiative by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), an intergovernmental organization that aims to promote global cooperation in preventing money laundering and combating terrorist financing.

Strengthened Laws and Penalties

Under the new laws, Luxembourg has expanded its definition of terrorist financing to include activities such as:

  • Providing financial support to individuals or groups involved in terrorism
  • Fines ranging from €100,000 to €1 million for those found guilty of engaging in such activities

Enhanced Reporting Requirements

Luxembourg has strengthened its reporting requirements for financial institutions and other organizations that may be involved in terrorist financing activities. These institutions are now required to report suspicious transactions to the authorities within a shorter timeframe, allowing for quicker detection and investigation of potential cases of terrorist financing.

Reporting Requirements Include:

  • Financial institutions must report suspicious transactions within 30 days
  • Other organizations must report suspicious transactions within 60 days

Conclusion

Luxembourg’s strengthened laws aim to enhance the country’s ability to detect and prevent the flow of money to terrorist organizations, aligning with international efforts to combat terrorist financing. The move is expected to improve Luxembourg’s reputation on anti-money laundering and combating terrorist financing (AML/CFT) standards and contribute to global efforts in preventing terrorism.