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flag Malaysia upgraded by FATF and APG for anti-money laundering progress, recovering $8.5B from 1MDB scandal.

flag Malaysia has been upgraded by the FATF and APG to "Regular Follow-Up" status for its anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing efforts, reflecting significant progress since 2015. flag The improvement, driven by a national strategy and strengthened legal frameworks, includes recovering RM37.63 billion in assets—15 times more than before—largely from the 1MDB scandal, with 75% tied to the case. flag While investigations surged to 2,648 between 2019 and February 2025, prosecutions and convictions remain low, highlighting a gap in the justice system. flag The upgrade signals growing international confidence in Malaysia’s financial integrity and governance.

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