Financial Crime Investigation Techniques Training Course Concludes with Flying Colors in Uzbekistan

Tashkent, November 1, 2023 - The Economic Forum for Fight against Economic Crime (ECOFEL) has successfully concluded its in-person “Financial Investigative Techniques” training course in Uzbekistan. The course aimed to enhance the country’s ability to conduct effective investigations and recover criminal assets.

Course Overview

The training was co-organized by the EAG Secretariat and FIU Uzbekistan as part of ECOFEL’s Technical Assistance Plan for Uzbekistan. It brought together experts, facilitators, and attendees from various national authorities who participated in interactive sessions to learn advanced financial crime investigation techniques.

Objectives

As jurisdictions are increasingly measured by their effectiveness in combating money laundering and terrorist financing (AML/CFT), this training course was designed to assist Uzbekistan’s national authorities in enhancing their investigative capabilities. The ultimate goal is to facilitate successful prosecutions and the recovery of criminal assets, thereby disrupting organized criminal networks and protecting the country’s financial system.

Course Highlights

• Interactive Sessions: Experts and facilitators led participants through interactive sessions, teaching advanced financial crime investigation techniques. • National Authority Representation: Attendees from various national authorities participated in the training course. • Technical Assistance Program: The training was part of ECOFEL’s Technical Assistance Plan for Uzbekistan, supporting the country’s efforts to combat financial crime.

Acknowledgments

ECOFEL would like to extend its gratitude to:

• EAG Secretariat
• FIU Uzbekistan
• Event facilitators
• Experts
• Attendees

for their contributions to the success of this training course. The organization is committed to providing similar technical assistance programs to support Uzbekistan’s efforts in combating financial crime.