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Singapore’s Anti-Money Laundering Efforts Yield S$6 Billion Seizure Since 2019

by Daisy D.
06/26/2024
in Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Compliance

Singapore’s efforts to combat money laundering have resulted in the seizure of S$6 billion linked to criminal activities between January 2019 and June 2024. According to Singapore’s inaugural National Asset Recovery Strategy, a significant portion of these funds has been returned to victims or forfeited to the state. Prime Minister Lawrence Wong highlighted these achievements at the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Plenary Meeting, emphasizing Singapore’s commitment to prioritizing asset recovery within its anti-money laundering framework.

The strategy outlines Singapore’s approach to depriving criminals of illicit funds, eliminating financial incentives for money laundering, and facilitating the return of assets to victims. PM Wong underscored the challenges posed by virtual assets and digital payment channels, which facilitate cross-border criminal operations and exploit information gaps between national law enforcement agencies. He stressed the necessity of international collaboration, acknowledging FATF’s leadership in coordinating global efforts against illicit financial activities.

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PM Wong also discussed Singapore’s legislative advancements aligned with FATF standards, including enhanced regulations on beneficial ownership transparency and measures targeting risks associated with virtual assets and precious commodities. These legislative frameworks, such as the Criminal Procedure Code and the Corruption, Drug Trafficking and Other Serious Crimes (Confiscation of Benefits) Act, empower law enforcement agencies to investigate and prosecute money laundering offenses effectively.

Singapore’s approach involves a risk-based strategy focused on detecting emerging financial trends exploited by criminals while ensuring measures do not hinder legitimate activities. PM Wong highlighted successful operations resulting in the seizure and forfeiture of billions from convicted individuals, with ongoing efforts against remaining suspects. He emphasized the country’s publication of a national anti-money laundering strategy and upcoming legislation to further bolster its regulatory framework.

The joint statement from Singapore’s Finance and Home Affairs ministries, along with the Monetary Authority of Singapore, outlined collaborative efforts among law enforcement agencies and sectoral regulators to combat money laundering. This includes initiatives like the Suspicious Transaction Reporting Office, instrumental in uncovering significant money laundering networks. The strategy emphasizes a comprehensive societal approach involving various stakeholders to maximize asset recovery and deter money laundering activities.

As Singapore prepares for its FATF evaluation in 2025, PM Wong reiterated the importance of continuous improvement in global anti-money laundering efforts to combat increasingly sophisticated transnational criminal activities.

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