Financial crime risk related to the use of "hawalas" can stem from: (Select Two.)
A.
difficulty in tracking the originator, recipient, and source of transactions.
B.
remote verification of identity by third-party program managers.
C.
heavy usage by senior political figures.
D.
informal networks used for cross-border transactions outside of the formal banking system.
E.
heightened risks of returned transactions.
The Answer Is:
A, D
This question includes an explanation.
Explanation:
A: “Hawala and similar informal value transfer systems are difficult to monitor, making it challenging to identify the originator, recipient, and source of funds.”
D: “Hawala operates through informal networks for cross-border transfers, often outside the formal banking system, increasing AML/CFT risk.”(CAMS 6th Edition, Alternative Remittance Systems; FATF, Guidance on Money Transfer Services)
[References:, CAMS 6th Edition, Money Transfer and Informal Value Transfer Systems, FATF, Alternative Remittance Systems Guidance, , , , ]
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