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HKMA: Guidelines and Circulars·· 2026-08-28AI Score29

HKMA Issues Risk-Based AML/CFT Controls Guidance for Politically Exposed Persons

Guidance on risk-based AML/CFT controls for politically exposed persons

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The Hong Kong Monetary Authority issued risk-based anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing controls guidance for politically exposed persons on August 28, 2026, addressed to all authorized institutions. This guidance replaces the previous version issued on November 21, 2025, with accompanying annexes updated simultaneously.

Source:HKMA: Guidelines and Circulars · brdr.hkma.gov.hk

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