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Kuwait unites top officials to combat money laundering and terrorism financing

Top ministers and regulators join forces to shield Kuwait's financial system. Can stricter oversight and reforms curb illicit financial flows?

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The image shows an old banknote with Arabic writing on it against a black background. The text on the paper reads "Kuwaiti 5 Rupees".

Kuwait unites top officials to combat money laundering and terrorism financing

The meeting, according to Al-Rai daily, focused on enhancing coordination among relevant government entities to ensure full adherence to anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing regulations.

Officials have emphasized the importance of unified institutional action in addressing this strategic priority, reaffirming Kuwait's commitment to meeting international standards and completing all required measures within the specified timeframe.

The discussions highlighted ongoing efforts to streamline cooperation between supervisory and enforcement bodies, reflecting the country's determination to reinforce transparency and safeguard the integrity of its financial system.

The meeting was attended by several senior officials, including Minister of Justice Nasser Al-Sumait, Central Bank Governor Basel Al-Haroun, and several representatives from key institutions such as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Public Prosecution, and the Financial Intelligence Unit.

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