The National Bank of Moldova reported that Deputy First Governor Petru Rotaru participated in the presentation of Moldova’s national risk assessment report on money laundering and terrorist financing. The report, developed through a joint effort involving state institutions including the National Bank in areas it supervises, provides an updated analysis of risks and vulnerabilities and sets directions for strengthening the anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing (AML/CFT) framework. The event was organised by the Prevention and Combating of Money Laundering Service with support from the Council of Europe and brought together national authorities, international partners and the financial sector. Rotaru emphasised the importance of inter-institutional cooperation and harmonising the national framework with European and international AML/CFT standards, including to modernise and improve supervisory processes. Participants reviewed the report’s conclusions in detail and discussed next steps to strengthen institutional capacity and the legal framework for AML/CFT.
National Bank of Moldova 2025-12-10
National Bank of Moldova supports national AML CFT risk assessment report and urges closer alignment with European and international standards
The National Bank of Moldova's Deputy First Governor, Petru Rotaru, presented Moldova’s national risk assessment report on money laundering and terrorist financing. Developed with state institutions, the report updates risk analysis and outlines directions for enhancing the AML/CFT framework. Emphasis was placed on inter-institutional cooperation and aligning with European and international standards to modernize supervisory processes.