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الكتائب اللبنانية
Party's Link to Financial Crimes
Lebanon faces significant challenges in combating money laundering and terrorist financing, especially following its retreat from implementing the international standards required by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). Lebanon has been placed on the grey list and subsequently on the high-risk countries list, which threatens its economy and its international financial relationships, and hampers its ability to attract funding for reconstruction. The challenges stem from the lack of a comprehensive legislative framework, the implications of modern technologies such as digital assets and cryptocurrencies, and the financial activities of Hezbollah through institutions subject to U.S. sanctions. These issues further complicate the monitoring of terrorist financing and money laundering. The solution requires a unified political will and strict enforcement of international standards to restore international confidence and open funding channels for rebuilding. Additionally, there is a pressing need to address illegal institutions and promote financial transparency.
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