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In the world of sanctions, merely focusing on screening is not enough. Today, global operations, supply chains and international payments and trade face and increasingly complex array of sanctions-related risks. With regulatory scrutiny tightening and fines climbing, a comprehensive sanctions compliance programme is essential. This helps maintain compliance and mitigates risks associated with engaging sanctioned parties, driven by interactions with banks and other financial institutions.

How can PwC help?

Our Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) team is equipped to help your organisation manage both current and emerging sanctions risks across various sectors.

We assist in crafting a tailored sanctions compliance programme that meets legal and regulatory requirements while empowering smooth international operations.

Sanctions Framework

We provide a sanctions framework evaluation questionnaire for a tailored risk assessment, enabling quick identification of any weaknesses.

Strategy

We aid in developing a strategy to support the development of or enhance your sanctions compliance programme.

Sanction Screening

We implement screening tools customised to your operations, as well as provide advice on parameters and calibration.

Reviewing Sanctions

We work alongside you to draft or review your sanctions policies and procedures.

 

Bespoke Training

 

We devise customised training sessions or e-learns to assist your organisation in understanding Malta’s sanctions regime, the regulators’ expectations, and how best to implement a functioning and efficient sanctions compliance programme.

 

Independent Testing

We conduct independent tests of your sanctions framework to evaluate effectiveness and identify any operational weaknesses and/or deficiencies;

Organisation implementations

We assist with remediating and improving your organisation’s internal controls related to sanctions.

Addressing broader financial crime risks

As regulations evolve, we focus on managing AML/CFT risks as priority.

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We ensure that your real-time and post-transaction monitoring systems work effectively, addressing key challenge.

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Due to the prevalent risks that come with bribery and corruption, these have become a key financial crime risk faced by businesses. Weensure and prioritise honest and transparent dealings.

 

We support vigilance against fraudulent activities in today’s dynamic landscape.

 

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Chris Mifsud Bonnici

Chris Mifsud Bonnici

Partner, PwC Malta

Tel: +356 79757005

Mirko Rapa

Mirko Rapa

Tax Partner, PwC Malta

Tel: +356 2564 6896

Mark Lautier

Mark Lautier

Partner, PwC Malta

Tel: +356 2564 6744

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