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Country Reports: G-M
Gabon Gabon is not a regional financial center. The Bank of Central African States (BEAC) supervises Gabon’s banking system. BEAC is a regional Central Bank that serves six countries of Central Africa. According to a 2003 letter from the Government of Gabon (GOG) to the UN Counter Terrorism Committee, in matters concerning suspicious financial transactions, banks are bound by the instructions of the Ministry of Economic and Financial Affairs. The actual monitoring of financial transactions is conducted by the Economic Intervention Service that harmonizes the regulation of currency exchanges in the member States of the Central African Economic and Monetary Community (CEMAC). On November 20, 2002, the BEAC Board of Directors approved draft anti-money laundering a ... [Read More]
International Narcotics Control Strategy Reports
US DEPARTMENT OF STATEBUREAU OF INTERNATIONAL NARCOTICS MATTERSINTERNATIONAL NARCOTICS CONTROL STRAGEGY REPORTAPRIL 1994FINANCIAL CRIMES AND MONEY LAUNDERING1994 INTERNATIONAL NARCOTICS CONTROL STRATEGY REPORTINTERNATIONAL MONEY LAUNDERINGOVERVIEWIntelligence findings from North and South America, Eastern and Western Europe, South and East Asia, Africa and the Middle East confirm that another significant shift has occurred in money laundering trends and methods, requiring changes in policy and strategy for 1994.The critical aspects are the volume of non-drug related money laundering; increased investment of illegal proceeds in legitimate business, including the financial industry; and the targeting of financial systems in countries/territories (some with little or no domestic involvement in drug trading or other serious proceeds-generating crimes) to launder drug and other proceeds generated by crimes committed in other jurisdictions.In 1988, when the United Nations Convention was ... [Read More]
US Department Of State Post Report
As in most capitals of Europe and large, cosmopolitan U.S. cities, public appearance is very important to Madrileños, many of whom dress with care, even for their shopping expeditions. At the same time, casual wear is as varied on the streets of Madrid as in any large city and tailored jeans are the preferred mode of dress for many, especially young people. Madrileños are highly fashion conscious, as the abundance of international and local designer shops in Madrid’s better shopping areas demonstrates. Both winter and summer office clothing worn in Washington, D.C., is appropriate in Madrid, but dark colors prevail here. In summer, sport shorts are worn primarily at the beach and are rarely seen on the streets. ... [Read More]
International Narcotics Control Strategy Reports
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE INTERNATIONAL NARCOTICS CONTROL STRATEGY REPORTMARCH 1995BUREAU FOR INTERNATIONAL NARCOTICS AND LAW ENFORCEMENT AFFAIRS FINANCIAL CRIMES AND MONEY LAUNDERING11995 INTERNATIONAL NARCOTICS CONTROL STRATEGY REPORTOVERVIEWThere were a number of significant accomplishments in the world of money laundering in 1994, and a number of new and/or intensified concerns. Accomplishments and concerns are summarized here and explained in detailed sections below.Accomplishments. Several financial center governments, such as Singapore and Panama, have adopted broad, new anti-money laundering policies and/or laws, and a number of governments were in the final stages of presenting/adopting new legislation.The Financial Action Task Force completed the evaluations of each of its 26 member governments, all conducted by outside experts and all culminating in recommendations for changes and improvements which will be monitored through continuing examinations be ... [Read More]
US Department Of State Post Report
Although Paris has a reputation as a mecca for shopping, prices for almost everything are higher than in the U.S. There are some discount and outlet stores, and the major January and July sales offer some bargains. Many people stock up on clothing needs before arriving at post and replenish needs from the PX or mail-order catalogs. There are a few second-hand or consignment shops, but most clothing is designer labeled and expensive even at half price. MenLast Updated: 2/2/2004 2:34 PM Business suits are worn to most social functions. Men seldom need tuxedos, except for the annual Marine Ball. WomenLast Updated: 2/2/2004 2:35 PM ... [Read More]
The New Diplomacy: Utilizing Innovative Communication Concepts That Recognize Resource Constraints
As Internet accessibility increases, host country citizens will begin to see the Virtual Consulates as one-stop-shopping for all news, information, and services brought to them by the United States government. With a mere $10,000 in start up costs, this robust model can handle many tasks performed by a Consulate. Only the issuing of visas requires a fixed location and stationary staff. The Virtual Consulate, with a host of Internet kiosks throughout a region, can be viewed as a gateway for the “New Diplomacy” throughout many areas of the world. ... [Read More]
Andorra (06/05)
By creating a modern legal framework for the country, the 1993 constitution has allowed Andorra to begin a shift from an economy based largely on tax-free shopping to one based on tourism and international banking and finance. Despite promising new changes, it is likely that Andorra will, at least for the short term, continue to confront a number of difficult issues arising from the large influx of foreign residents and the need to develop modern social and political institutions. In addition to questions of Andorran nationality and immigration policy, other priority issues will include dealing with housing scarcities and speculation in real state, developing the tourist industry, and defining their relationship with the European Union. ... [Read More]
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