Covered in this Briefing Note:

Trade-based money laundering (TBML) poses a significant threat to global financial stability, involving the concealment of illicit funds through trade transactions.

This practice, highlighted by the FATF and recent scandals like that of Hin Leong, underscores the vulnerability of trade finance to financial crime. Regulators are intensifying efforts to enhance TBML controls, emphasizing the need for robust risk management frameworks in financial institutions.

Themis offers specialized tools and training to help organizations mitigate TBML risks, including thorough due diligence and comprehensive training programs for employees. These measures are crucial in safeguarding against financial exploitation within trade finance operations.