BRUSSELS: A Kuwaiti delegation headed by Dr Hamad Al-Mekrad, Chairman of the National Committee for Combating Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing, held talks in Brussels with senior European officials to strengthen joint efforts in combating terrorism funding and money laundering. The delegation also included Ambassador Hamad Al-Mashaan, head of the Committee for Implementing UN Security Council Resolutions and member of the National Committee.
According to a statement issued by Kuwait’s Embassy on Friday, the talks were held with John Berrigan, Director General of the European Commission’s Financial Stability, Financial Services and Capital Markets Union. Discussions focused on issues of mutual concern, reviewing ongoing cooperation and exploring mechanisms to deepen coordination.
Both sides examined opportunities for exchanging expertise within the framework of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) and emphasized the importance of expanding collaboration to enhance the efficiency of financial oversight systems. The statement noted that the meeting underscored the need to bolster protection of the financial sector in line with FATF international standards and requirements. — KUNA
