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Panama Takes Steps to Prevent Financial Crime: Training Programs Gain Momentum

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Panama’s government has been working tirelessly to develop and implement robust training programs for its officials to combat financial crime and money laundering. At the forefront of this initiative is Jorge Enrique Villalba González, a seasoned expert in forensic auditing and anti-money laundering.

A Career Dedicated to Financial Crime Prevention

Villalba González brings over two decades of experience in combating financial crime to his current role as Subdirector of the Republic of Panama’s Financial Analysis Unit (UAF). Prior to joining UAF, he worked as an auditor and consultant for various government agencies, including the Procuraduría General de la Nación/Ministerio Publico de Panamá.

Notable Appointments and Achievements

  • Auditor and Analyst: From 2006 to 2016, Villalba González served in the Fiscalía Especializada en Delitos Relacionados con Drogas, where he worked on high-profile cases involving money laundering and financial crime.
  • Subdirector of UAF: In his current role, Villalba González is responsible for developing and implementing training programs to educate officials on the latest techniques and best practices in financial crime prevention.

International Expertise and Recognition

Villalba González’s expertise has been recognized internationally, and he has participated as an expositor at conferences and workshops on financial crime prevention and investigation. He has also received training and certification in areas such as:

  • Forensic Accounting
  • Risk Management
  • International Cooperation

Ensuring a Strong Capacity for Financial Crime Prevention

As Panama continues to develop its capacity for financial crime prevention, experts like Villalba González will play a crucial role in ensuring that the country’s officials are equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to tackle this complex issue.