The UK’s actual recovery of assets has seen a decline in recent years, even as it continues to assert leadership in the global fight against corruption. How does this happen?  What will it take for the UK to effectively execute the role it has chosen to play?

A Conversation with Basel Executive Director Elizabeth ‘Betsy’ Andersen on corruption and hope in uncertain times.

While the UK’s Economic Crime Plan 2 scores well in some areas, the forward momentum must continue for maximum impact.

Illicit finance, once seen as a domestic policy issue, is now perceived as a national security threat. Are there unintended consequences for such a shift?

The Center for Fiance and Security at RUSI continues investigations and reports preliminary findings on the extent of their power and reach.

With asset recovery strategies in place and resources available, the onus now lies upon countries to “make that major mindset and culture shift” to halt and prevent white collar crime.

Lawyers and accountants have an important role to play as the UK and EU strive to improve AML policy enforcement.

Take a comprehensive look at the aspirations and achievements of strategies that are “on the right path.”

Supervision and regulation of all involved parties may be a hard sell, but it’s vital to deter money laundering and exploitation.

Bulgaria’s government’s lackluster efforts to halt and prosecute corruption may have monumental consequences.

While the UK moved decisively to freeze Russian assets, it now faces complications in determining avenues how and when decisions can be reversed. Navigating this changing legal landscape requires the shrewd application of laws, political savvy, and respect for individual rights.

Rome presents many strengths and challenges to overcome if the city hopes to become the new home of EU’s Anti-Money Laundering Authority.

When it comes to asset seizure, Maria Nizerro cautions wisdom and prudence, as the implications for political, social, and moral spheres will have a global impact.

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Maria Nizerro writes on the art market being at risk of criminal infiltration and abuse due to its lack of regulation and low-priority regulatory attention.