Which of the following describes a role of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF)?
A.
Oversight of the Financial Intelligence Units in FATF Member countries
B.
Providing a unique platform for information exchange regarding anti-money laundering efforts
C.
Regulation of financial markets through directives and executive orders
D.
Enhancement of international cooperation to foster anti-money laundering efforts via recommendations and guidance
The Answer Is:
D
This question includes an explanation.
Explanation:
The FATF’s core role is to enhance international cooperation against money laundering and terrorist financing through setting global standards (“Recommendations”) and issuing guidance.
“The FATF is an intergovernmental body whose purpose is the development and promotion of national and international policies to combat money laundering and terrorist financing.”
The FATF does not have authority to oversee FIUs, nor does it regulate financial markets directly.
[References:, CAMS 6th Edition, FATF’s Role and Structure, FATF Recommendations (Introduction section), , , , ]
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