The Financial Action Task Force adopted amendments to Recommendations 1 and 2 and their Interpretive Notes that require countries and the private sector to identify, and assess the risks of potential breaches, non-implementation or evasion of the targeted financial sanctions related to proliferation financing, as contained in FATF Recommendation 7, and to take action to mitigate these risks, as well as to enhance domestic co-ordination.  

WOCCU commented on these amendments and urged clear direction to national-level regulators to tailor these regulations proportionately for credit unions.

FATF responded by encouraging countries to implement the new requirements in a manner that is consistent with these objectives and apply measures proportionate to the risk of the relevant institutions.

FATF further reiterated its strong support to financial inclusion goals. Ensuring that financially excluded or under-served groups have access to regulated financial or non- financial services without compromising the measures that exist for the purpose of AML/CFT/CPF is a key policy priority.

A copy of the press release and corresponding amendment can be viewed here.