【France】The Steering Committee for the Fight Against Money Laundering and the Financing of Terrorism (COLB)

Editor’s NoteThis article outlines the role of France’s COLB, the national steering committee for anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist…

【Colombo, Sri】Sri Lanka Urges Gem and Jewellery Dealers to Appoint Compliance Officers

Editor’s NoteThis directive from Sri Lanka’s central bank and the National Gem & Jewellery Authority mandates all dealers in the sector to appoint a…

【Vancouver, C】Vancouver-based Diamond Jeweller Fined $264K for ‘Very Serious’ Violations

Editor’s NoteThis article details a significant compliance penalty levied against a major Canadian jeweller, highlighting the serious financial…

【Kuwait】Kuwait Targets Illegal Activity in Precious Metals Trade with New Guide

Editor’s NoteThis new guide from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry addresses a critical vulnerability. By outlining how illicit funds exploit the…

【China】China Tightens Reporting Rules for Gold and Jewelry Retailers to Combat Money Laundering

Editor’s NoteThis article discusses new anti-money laundering regulations in China, set to take effect on August 1, which will impose stricter…

【China】Starting August 1, Cash Purchases of Gold Exceeding 100,000 Yuan Must Be Reported

Editor’s NoteNew regulations from China’s central bank will require dealers in precious metals and gems to report large cash transactions starting in…

【China】Cash Purchases of Gold and Gems Exceeding 100,000 Yuan to Be Reported, Effective August 1

Editor’s NoteThis article outlines new anti-money laundering regulations from China’s central bank, mandating stricter compliance for dealers in…

【Germany】Money Laundering Prevention and Combating 2023: An Overview of the Changes

Editor’s NoteThis article examines key adjustments to Germany’s anti-money laundering framework in 2022, highlighting that while core legislation…

【Argentina】UIF Updates on Entities Engaged in the Purchase and Sale of Art, Jewelry, and Luxury Goods

Editor’s NoteThis article outlines new compliance requirements issued by Argentina’s Financial Information Unit (UIF) on March 26, 2024. The updated…

【Argentina】Regulation for the Trade of Cultural and Luxury Goods

Editor’s NoteThis article outlines new regulatory requirements from Argentina’s Financial Information Unit (UIF). Resolutions 54/2024 and 55/2024…