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Global South Dialogue on Economic Crime @gsdecnetwork.bsky.social · 2d

Register Now to Attend!
The Online Work-in-Progress Series: Commercial Law, Governance, and Society – Global South Perspectives is set for Wednesday, 29 October 2025.

Register here: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
#CommercialLaw #GlobalSouth #Governance #EconomicCrime @nkechiazinge.bsky.social

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Global South Dialogue on Economic Crime @gsdecnetwork.bsky.social · 6d

We’re delighted to announce that Ms. Riana McArthur, Senior Specialist, Social Scientist at the South African Revenue Services (SARS), will be presenting her paper at our upcoming Commercial Law Workshop.
Register here: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
#CommercialLaw #TaxAdministration

Global South Dialogue on Economic Crime @gsdecnetwork.bsky.social · 7d

Join us for the Online Work-in-Progress Series: Commercial Law, Governance, and Society - Global South Perspectives, taking place on Wednesday, 29 October 2025.

Submit abstract here: forms.gle/PoSRrAzBDaLKuUXe9
Register here: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi... @nkechiazinge.bsky.social

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Global South Dialogue on Economic Crime @gsdecnetwork.bsky.social · 13d

Call for Abstracts & Registration Open
Join us for the Online Work-in-Progress Series:

Submit abstract here: forms.gle/PoSRrAzBDaLKuUXe9
Register here: liverpool-ac-uk.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
#CommercialLaw #GlobalSouth #Governance #EconomicCrime @nkechiazinge.bsky.social @drjoymalala.bsky.social

Global South Dialogue on Economic Crime @gsdecnetwork.bsky.social · 15d

Eritrea’s First AML/CFT Mutual Evaluation Reveals Alarming Gaps

On 28 August, the ESAAMLG published Eritrea’s first FATF-style Mutual Evaluation Report (MER), unveiling serious deficiencies in its anti-money laundering
👉 Read report here: esaamlg.org/reports/MER%20of%20Eritrea-July%202025.pdf

Global South Dialogue on Economic Crime @gsdecnetwork.bsky.social · 19d

Swiss Alert: AML Law Under Pressure

Switzerland, long seen as the world’s wealth hub, is facing a heated debate.
Read more here: www.reuters.com/sustainabili...
#AML #Transparency #FinancialCrime #Switzerland #Regulation #GlobalFinance

Global South Dialogue on Economic Crime @gsdecnetwork.bsky.social · 23d

The Netherlands steps up the fight against financial crime with AI

The Dutch Fiscal Information and Investigation Service (FIOD) has unveiled a new AI-powered chatbot to support financial crime investigators.
🔗 Read more: www.amlintelligence.com/2025/09/news...

#AI #AML @nkechiazinge.bsky.social

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Global South Dialogue on Economic Crime @gsdecnetwork.bsky.social · 27d

The Eastern and Southern Africa Anti-Money Laundering Group (ESAAMLG) convened its 50th Task Force of Senior Officials Meeting, the 25th Council of Ministers Meeting, and the 8th Public–Private Sector Dialogue (PPSD) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (22–30 August 2025).

www.linkedin.com/company/esaa...

Global South Dialogue on Economic Crime @gsdecnetwork.bsky.social · Sep 8

Fighting Money Laundering Across Borders Requires Unity

The FATF, Egmont Group, INTERPOL, and UNODC jointly launched a new Handbook on International Co-operation against Money Laundering.

Read more here 👉 www.fatf-gafi.org/en/publicati...

#AML @nkechiazinge.bsky.social @drjoymalala.bsky.social

Global South Dialogue on Economic Crime @gsdecnetwork.bsky.social · Sep 4

Payments as Performances: The Affective Turn in the Commodification of Value.
From the tap of a card to the buzz of a mobile wallet, the act of paying has become more than a transaction — it’s a performance.
📖 Read the full article here: rai.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdf/10.1...
#Anthropology

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Global South Dialogue on Economic Crime @gsdecnetwork.bsky.social · Sep 1

We are pleased to announce that the Global South Dialogue on Economic Crime (GSDEC) will host a dedicated panel at the upcoming Cambridge International Symposium on Economic Crime, taking place on 2 September 2025.

we would love for you to join the conversation.

#GSDEC @nkechiazinge.bsky.social

Global South Dialogue on Economic Crime @gsdecnetwork.bsky.social · Aug 28

🚨 Today’s the Day!

Join us this afternoon at 2PM BST for the virtual launch of Global Anti-Money Laundering Regulation: Developing Countries’ Compliance Challenges.
💻 Online (Zoom)
🎟️ Register now and join the conversation: bit.ly/GAMLR
Sign up here: bit.ly/GAMLR

See you soon!

#GAMLR

Global South Dialogue on Economic Crime @gsdecnetwork.bsky.social · Aug 25

We’re pleased to feature Dr Peter Sproat and Professor Tony Ward as guest speakers at the upcoming launch of Global Anti-Money Laundering Regulation: Developing Countries’ Compliance Challenges.
🗓️ 28 August 2025
🕑 2PM BST
🔗 Register: bit.ly/GAMLR
#FATF #BeneficialOwnership @nkechiazinge.bsky.social

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Global South Dialogue on Economic Crime @gsdecnetwork.bsky.social · Aug 21

We're glad to be joined by Chinelo Bob-Osamor, a PhD researcher at Cardiff University, for the launch of Global Anti-Money Laundering Regulation: Developing Countries’ Compliance Challenges.

🗓️ 28 August 2025
🕑 2PM BST
🔗 Register: bit.ly/GAMLR

#AML #MoneyLaundering @nkechiazinge.bsky.social

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Global South Dialogue on Economic Crime @gsdecnetwork.bsky.social · Aug 18

We're pleased to feature Dr Simeon Igbinedion at the upcoming launch of Global Anti-Money Laundering Regulation: Developing Countries’ Compliance Challenges.

🗓️ 28 August 2025
🕑 2PM BST
🔗 Register: bit.ly/GAMLR

#SimeonIgbinedion #AML #IFFs @nkechiazinge.bsky.social @drjoymalala.bsky.social

Global South Dialogue on Economic Crime @gsdecnetwork.bsky.social · Aug 14

We’re glad to share that Professor John Hatchard will be at the virtual launch of Global Anti-Money Laundering Regulation: Developing Countries’ Compliance Challenges.

🗓️ 28 August 2025
🕑 2PM BST
🔗 Register: bit.ly/GAMLR
@nkechiazinge.bsky.social @drjoymalala.bsky.social

Global South Dialogue on Economic Crime @gsdecnetwork.bsky.social · Aug 13

Book Launch Announcement

We’re excited to invite you to the virtual launch of the edited volume:

Global Anti-Money Laundering Regulation: Developing Countries’ Compliance Challenges

🗓️ Date: 28 August 2025
⏰ Time: 2PM BST
📍 Location: Zoom
🔗 Register: bit.ly/GAMLR
@nkechiazinge.bsky.social

Global South Dialogue on Economic Crime @gsdecnetwork.bsky.social · Aug 12

SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT
We’re honoured to welcome Jean-Pierre Brun to the virtual launch of Global Anti-Money Laundering Regulation: Developing Countries’ Compliance Challenges.

We look forward to his insights at the launch.
🔗 Register: bit.ly/GAMLR

#AML #AntiCorruption @nkechiazinge.bsky.social

Global South Dialogue on Economic Crime @gsdecnetwork.bsky.social · Aug 7

We’re honoured to share this thoughtful endorsement of Global Anti-Money Laundering Regulation: Developing Countries’ Compliance Challenges from leading voices.
🗓️ Join us for the virtual launch of the book
on 28 August 2025 at 2PM BST.
Register here: bit.ly/GAMLR @nkechiazinge.bsky.social

Global South Dialogue on Economic Crime @gsdecnetwork.bsky.social · Aug 1

Welcome to August! 🌟 Exciting events ahead as we continue our mission at GSDEC. Let's make this month count! #NewMonth #AugustVibes #GSDEC @nkechiazinge.bsky.social @drjoymalala.bsky.social

Global South Dialogue on Economic Crime @gsdecnetwork.bsky.social · Jul 28

Save the Date: 9th Global Conference on Criminal Finances & Cryptoassets – 28–29 October 2025, in Vienna!
Follow conference updates and registration info here: www.europol.europa.eu/publications...
#CryptoCrime #FinancialCrime #AML #Europol #UNODC #GlobalSouth #Compliance #PublicPrivatePartnershi

Global South Dialogue on Economic Crime @gsdecnetwork.bsky.social · Jul 24

Policy Update: Africa Intensifies Action Against Illicit Financial Flows!

Read more here - www.afdb.org/en/documents...
#AfricanDevelopment #FinancialIntegrity #AML #IFFs #AfricaRising #PolicyUpdate #GoodGovernance @nkechiazinge.bsky.social @drjoymalala.bsky.social

Global South Dialogue on Economic Crime @gsdecnetwork.bsky.social · Jul 21

New FATF Report Highlights Global Weaknesses in Preventing WMD Financing

Full report: www.fatf-gafi.org/en/publicati...

#FATF #ProliferationFinancing #FinancialCrime #SanctionsEvasion #GlobalSouth #WMD #Compliance #AML #RiskManagement #CryptoRisks #BeneficialOwnership @nkechiazinge.bsky.social

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Global South Dialogue on Economic Crime @gsdecnetwork.bsky.social · Jul 17

What are the biggest barriers to combating illicit financial flows (IFFs) in the Global South?

💬 We want to hear from you
What do you think is the most pressing obstacle in fighting IFFs in our regions?
Join the conversation. Share your insights, experiences, and ideas. @nkechiazinge.bsky.social

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Global South Dialogue on Economic Crime @gsdecnetwork.bsky.social · Jul 14

"The 10th AML & Financial Crime Southern Africa Conference is happening on September 9–10, 2025, in Johannesburg!

👉 Register here: www.tci-sa.co.za/event/aml-fi...

#AML #FinancialCrime #SouthernAfrica #SADC #Compliance #RiskManagement #AMLConference2025" @nkechiazinge.bsky.social

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