On Wednesday, September 4, the Emirati news agency announced that the United Arab Emirates have set up an initiative. It marks a a crucial step in the country's legislative and regulatory reforms in its fight against money laundering, terrorist financing, and proliferation

L'initiative qui extends from 2024 to 2027, is built around 11 strategic objectives. The main objective is to minimize the impact of illegal activities on Emirati society and to strengthen international cooperation style="font-family: "Bookman Old Style”, "serif"> in this global struggle. This strategy was developed based on the results of the latest national risk assessment and in accordance with the most stringent international standards. It aims not only to protect the country but also to contribute to the stability of the international financial system. This new strategy by the United Arab Emirates shows its commitment to play a leading role in the global fight against money laundering and the financing of terrorism. According to Sheikh Abdallah Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister, Foreign Minister and Chairman of the Higher Strategy Oversight Committee, this plan illustrates the Emirates' continued commitment to meeting international standards. This commitment took on particular importance after the country was removed from the FATF grey list in February 2024