The EAG Secretariat participated in the LEICA training in Bishkek

On March 14-18, 2022, the EAG Secretariat participated in the International seminar for law enforcement agencies of Central Asia on the prevention of terrorism financing through cryptocurrencies, organized by LEICA (Law Enforcement Agencies in Central Asia) in cooperation with the EAG. As part of the presentation, the participants were explained the new requirements of the FATF standards on virtual assets (VA).

As a result of the training, the participants, together with the experts, concluded that it is necessary to use the materials and information obtained during the seminar in their current work, including paying special attention during financial intelligence and operational activities of persons engaged in operations with cryptocurrencies, for the timely detection of possible cases of terrorism financing and money laundering.

EAG Secretariat