Within the framework of the joint programme between the European Union and the Council of Europe "Regional Support to Reinforce Human Rights, Rule of Law and Democracy in the Southern Mediterranean" (South Programme IV), the project on Promotion of good governance: Fight against corruption and money laundering in the Southern Mediterranean (SNAC 4) organised an online meeting on 7 October 2021. The meeting allowed the participants to get a thorough description of the shortcomings and challenges, as identified in the Mutual Evaluation reports (MERs) of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) and MENAFATF, while processing financial intelligence as well as recommendations to address these shortcomings.

Representatives of the Jordanian, Moroccan, Palestinian* and Tunisian Financial Intelligence Units (FIUs) got familiarised with the findings, international and European good practices and with the recommendations provided by the Council of Europe expert. This meeting allowed the participants to share their experiences, novelties and challenges with their peers.

The Council of Europe will continue to further support the FIUs and other institutions in strengthening their AML/CFT system while fostering regional cooperation.