The playbook highlights:
- The role of FATF in setting international standards and promoting effective implementation of legal, regulatory, and operational measures to combat these illicit activities
- The extent of money laundering and terrorist financing, views of grey and blacklists
- Regional assessment and how APAC compares with the worldwide view
- Common gaps identified from previous mutual evaluations
- Best practices for establishing a robust AML/CFT defense in the unique regulatory environments of APAC countries
Several APAC countries are gearing up for their mutual evaluations, with Maldives and Niue expected in October 2024, Malaysia and Singapore in 2025, and China and Australia following in 2026.
This playbook is particularly relevant for organizations operating within the financial or regulatory sectors, offering strategic insights for improving compliance and enhancing defenses against financial crime in the region.