The Middle East and North Africa Financial Action Task Force, in cooperation with the FATF Training Institute, launched a five-day course to strengthen member jurisdictions’ implementation of international anti-money laundering, counterterrorist financing and counter-proliferation financing standards. The training is intended to support preparations for the third round of mutual evaluations and improve the effectiveness of national frameworks. Hosted by the Tunisian Financial Analysis Committee, the course brings together about 40 participants from member countries. It covers the Financial Action Task Force Recommendations, assessment of technical compliance and effectiveness, the components of effective national systems, and emerging risks and challenges.