The start of the meeting of the Secretariat of the International Network Secretariat of "Philosophy" In Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi, April 7 / WAM / The meetings of the Secretariat of the International Network Secretariat of the Financial Action Group (FAF), which are organized by the National Committee to Combat Money Laundering, Financing Terrorism and Financing of Illegal Organizations.
This forum is the first of its kind in the world and brings together senior officials of the nine regional networks and the Secretariat of the World Bank Group in an exceptional retreat for a period of three days in which experts deal with joint projects between international networks, such as patterns studies, risk assessments, and training programs.
The forum is held with the support of the current Mexican Presidency of the Financial Action Group that aims to enhance the role of regional bodies in formulating global policies and enhancing cohesion and integration within its global networks.
The event comes within the framework of the firm commitment of the UAE and its pivotal role in enhancing global financial security and developing international cooperation mechanisms to combat financial crimes.
In this context, Sergey Titerokov, CEO of the Eurasian Group for Combating Money Laundering and Terrorism (EAG), stressed that the meetings represent a major station to enhance cooperation between members of the global network, pointing out that this event provides a unique opportunity to exchange visions and discuss common challenges in the aftermath of the new round of mutual assessments.
Titerokov said in statements to Emirates News Agency “WAM” that the meetings reflect the clear priority to the presidency of the Financial Working Group (FATF), which focuses on deepening cooperation between the group and the regional bodies concerned, noting that this initiative represents an important step in this direction.
He pointed out that the UAE plays an active role in enhancing the effectiveness of the global network to combat money laundering and terrorist financing, through strategic steps that reflect its commitment to deepening international cooperation, including its recent joining as an observer to the Eurasian group (EAG).
He stressed that the UAE represents an advanced model in the field of developing related regulations and legislation, stressing the importance of continuing joint work with it within the framework of regional and international efforts to enhance the efficiency of the anti -money laundering system and terrorist financing.
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