Updates on the Department for International Tax Cooperation, CIMA and the new Office for Strategic Action on Illicit Finance.

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This episode provides updates on international tax cooperation, illicit finance strategies, and regulatory insights from CIMA.

In this episode, we share updates from the Department for International Tax Cooperation; supervisory insights from CIMA; the National Risk Assessment and the new Office for Strategic Action on Illicit Finance; Virtual Asset Service Providers Update; forthcoming legislation and open consultations; and best practice for AML, CTF, CPF and sanctions training. SPEAKERS: Chris Capewell , Partner | +1 345 814 5666 | chris.capewell@maples.com | View bio Patrick Head , Partner | +1 345 814 5377 | patrick.head@maples.com | View bio Jennifer Parsons | Professional Support Lawyer | +1 345 814 5429 | jennifer.parsons@maples.com | View bio RESOURCES: Click here for Episode 22 Presentation slides Related Services: Maples Group Regulatory and Financial Services Advisory With a depth of experience across all regulated sectors, the Maples Group Regulatory and Financial Services team is positioned to address client needs and sensitivities. We have the largest dedicated Cayman Islands Regulatory and Financial Services team in the offshore market. Follow Us: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/maplesgroup/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maplesgroup/ Twitter…

People in this episode

Guests: Chris Capewell, Patrick Head, Jennifer Parsons

Topics covered

• international tax cooperation
• illicit finance
• AML
• CTF
• CPF
• sanctions training
• legislation updates

Keywords

• international tax
• CIMA
• illicit finance
• AML training
• CTF
• CPF
• legislation
• consultations

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Department for International Tax Cooperation, CIMA, Office for Strategic Action on Illicit Finance, Maples Group, Virtual Asset Service Providers

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