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Yemen’s Financial Institutions Crack Down on Anti-Money Laundering Efforts Amid Global Concerns

In a bid to combat money laundering and terrorist financing operations that have been wreaking havoc on the global financial system, Yemen’s Central Bank has issued a raft of regulations and guidelines aimed at protecting the country’s banking sector from these illicit activities.

The Growing Threat

The move comes as a response to the growing threat posed by money laundering and terrorist financing, which can severely damage the reputation of financial institutions and pose significant risks to their stability. The International Bank of Yemen, a public joint-stock company licensed by the Central Bank, has been at the forefront of implementing these regulations.

Implementing International Standards

The bank’s efforts are guided by the latest international principles and standards, including:

  • The forty recommendations issued by the Financial Action Group (FATF)
  • The principles of the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision

Enhanced Due Diligence Measures

To strengthen its policies and procedures, the International Bank of Yemen has implemented enhanced due diligence measures for customers, particularly in cases where suspicious or unusual activities are detected. The bank has also:

  • Maintained international banking correspondence
  • Refrained from doing business with fake banks

These measures aim to minimize operational and reputation risks, ensuring that the bank remains a reputable institution in the eyes of its clients and regulators.

Strengthening Yemen’s Financial Sector

The Central Bank’s efforts to combat money laundering and terrorist financing are seen as a major step towards strengthening Yemen’s financial sector and protecting the country’s economy from these illicit activities. As the global community continues to grapple with the threat posed by money laundering and terrorist financing, Yemen’s financial institutions are taking proactive measures to stay ahead of the curve and maintain their reputation in the international banking system.