Navigating the AML Package: Implementation challenges and perspectives across sectors

AGENDA

Welcome and opening remarks  

Moderator: Stella Kammitsi, Deputy Chairman of STEP Europe 

Implementing the AML package: Overview and next steps by the European Commission

• Gabriel Hugonnot, Financial Crime Unit, DG FISMA, European Commission 

Understanding the challenges from the Member States perspective

• Lourdes Jiménez, Deputy Director General for Inspection and Control of Capital Movements at the Spanish Ministry of Economy 

• Arnaud Stien, Key Expert on Regulation/FIUs, EU AML/CFT Global Facility 

AME members perspectives on the AML package and main challenges 

• Ben Bell, Government Affairs Manager, STEP

• Ekaterina Hartmann, Director of Legal and Regulatory Affairs, European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA)  

Aim of the Event

The event "Navigating the AML Package: Implementation Challenges and Perspectives Across Sectors" aims to foster a comprehensive dialogue around the practical aspects of implementing the EU Anti-Money Laundering (AML) package. By bringing together policymakers, national authorities, and industry representatives, the discussion will:

• Clarify Policy Objectives: Provide an overview of the AML package and outline the next steps from the European Commission in terms of secondary legislation.

• Highlight Member State Challenges: Discover initial insights and actions taken by national authorities to align with the regulatory framework.

• Provide a Global Perspective: Highlight the EU AML/CFT Global Facility role for advancing international cooperation and regulatory alignment in combating financial crime.

• Bridge Policy and Practice: Share sector-specific insights from AME members to uncover challenges and potential solutions for effective compliance.

This event seeks to build a shared understanding of the EU AML package’s impact across sectors, identify pathways for smoother implementation, and strengthen cooperation among stakeholders to combat financial crime effectively.

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