Tunisian Jewelry Market Faces Money Laundering Probe

The case of money laundering suspicions is unfolding in the Tunisian jewelry market, with investigations extending to gold artisans in Sfax. Six additional individuals have been detained, bringing the total to 19, including the previous 13. Doubts persist regarding the exploitation of gold supply quotas from the Central Bank, with these supplies being passed on in exchange for commissions. Seized items include over 70 kilograms of gold, 4.5 kilograms of silver, and cash exceeding 120,000 Tunisian dinars, along with nine luxury cars valued at nearly 25 million dinars. There are allegations of using front companies to circulate large quantities of unknown-origin gold over the past six years, amounting to approximately two tons. The investigation is focusing on the extent of involvement by parties in passing illegal gold through commercial networks, as well as exploiting business relationships to circumvent laws. Efforts are also underway to determine the source of the funds and profits used to purchase the cars and real estate assets. Ultimately, the final results remain pending the judicial authorities' investigations.

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