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Country Reports: N-Z
Namibia Namibia is not a regional financial center. In addition to its Central Bank, Namibia has four commercial banks. Of particular concern in Namibia is the smuggling of precious minerals and gems, the proceeds of which Namibian authorities think may be laundered through Namibian financial institutions. In November of 2004, Namibia criminalized money laundering with passage of the Prevention of Organized Crime Bill. The new law requires both bank and non-bank financial institutions to report suspicious transactions to the Central Bank and provide relevant documents and other information to government authorities for use in criminal investigations. Non-bank financial institutions, such as private pension funds, the stock exchange, and investment companies, were previously ... [Read More]
M) Money Laundering and Financial Crimes
Nicaragua is a party to the 1988 UN Drug Convention, and has signed but not yet ratified the UN Convention against Transnational Organized Crime. Nicaragua is a member of the Organization of American States Inter-American Drug Abuse Control Commission (OAS/CICAD) Experts Group to Control Money Laundering. Nicaragua has signed the Central American Treaty for the Prevention and Repression of Money and Asset Laundering Related to Illicit Activities Connected with Drug Trafficking and Related Crimes. Nicaragua was suspended from the Caribbean Financial Action Task Force (CFATF) because of a lack of participation with that organization since signing the CFATF MOU in 1996. ... [Read More]
Money Laundering and Financial Crimes
(1) As DEA also points out, "In some cases, the agent (business) may represent a variety of remittance companies. When this is the case, the agent may suggest dividing the deposit, sending a portion with each of the represented businesses (companies). Thus, detection is increasingly challenging."Federal authorities at the conference also highlighted the recent growth of smaller independent remitters (beyond the more established Western Union and MoneyGram systems), particularly of those providing service to and from Mexico. DEA reported that although these remitters provide important legitimate services to migrant worker populations, the location of these businesses, "do not necessarily parallel the employment centers for these laborers. Rather, it appears that the agent locations are primarily located in states without regulations governing the money services industry." ... [Read More]
US Department Of State Post Report
Shopping Etiquette: In the Netherlands, customers must provide their own grocery bags and bag their groceries themselves. Shops can sell you bags, but most people come with their own heavier carryall bags. Supermarkets have baskets and cart handy at the entrance, however customers must deposit money to unlock the shopping cart. The money is returned when the cart is returned. Payment can be made with cash, pin, or bank debit cards; credit cards are not an accepted form of payment. ... [Read More]
US Department Of State Post Report
Most of the non-Surinamese, middle-class expatriate community is Dutch, with relatively few other foreigners. Social calls and social affairs among both the Surinamers and the Dutch are somewhat more structured than U.S. custom requires. Close frien ... [Read More]
US Department Of State Post Report
All vehicles operating in the Czech Republic must carry Third Party Liability Insurance. Vehicles not registered in the Czech Republic must carry liability insurance. If an unregistered vehicle is transported via car carrier then third liability insurance is not needed, but if an unregistered vehicle is driven into the Czech Republic, the car must have liability insurance (green card). ... Compact or smaller cars are preferred because of narrow city streets, fuel economy, and resale value. Any standard make car is suitable. Cobblestone streets and poor secondary roads are common and can be hard on a vehicle’s suspension. Post personnel have a mix of American, Asian, and European cars, which may be shipped to post at government expense. Service facilities for most makes of European and Asian cars are adequate. In addition, there are at least three facilities in Prague that can service many U.S.-made, U.S.-model cars that are not sold in Europe. ... [Read More]
Netherlands Antilles
CRIME: In recent years, street crime has increased. Valuables, including passports, left unattended on beaches, in cars and hotel lobbies are easy targets for theft. Burglary and break-ins are increasingly common at resorts, beach houses and hotels. Armed robbery occasionally occurs. The American boating community has reported a handful of incidents in the past, and visitors are urged to exercise reasonable caution in securing boats and belongings. Car theft, including that of rental vehicles for joy riding and stripping, can occur. Vehicle leases or rental may not be fully covered by local insurance when a vehicle is stolen. Be sure you are sufficiently insured when renting vehicles and jet skis. ... [Read More]
US Department Of State Post Report
Many types of American and foreign cars are available for purchase at reasonable prices. The supply of particular models, however, tends to be sporadic. If shipping a car, notify the post well in advance of the make, model, motor and serial number (VIN), number of cylinders and color of the vehicle you are shipping so that customs clearance can be facilitated. Have the car title available upon arrival at post. If you are purchasing a new car for shipment, the following should be considered: the color should be light to reflect the sun; air-conditioning is strongly advised; and, a compact car with power steering would be better for traffic and downtown parking. Although most automobiles can be serviced here, American and Japanese cars are most common. Cars of European origin manufactured for use in the U.S. may be difficult to service here. Shipping cars from the U.S. will take a minimum of three weeks. ... [Read More]
Aruba
Car theft, including that of rental vehicles for joy riding and stripping, can occur. Vehicle leases or rentals may not be fully covered by local insurance when a vehicle is stolen or damaged. Be sure you are sufficiently insured when renting vehicles and jet skis. For more information see the section below entitled “Special Circumstances.” ... An unusually competitive fee to rent jet skis or other water sports equipment could indicate that the dealer is unlicensed or uninsured. Visitors planning to rent jet skis or other water sports equipment should carefully review all liability and insurance forms presented to them before signing any contracts or agreements. The renter is often fully responsible for replacement costs and fees associated with any damages that occur during the rental period. Visitors may be required to pay these fees in full before being allowed to leave Aruba, and may be subject to civil or criminal penalties if they cannot or will not make payment. Please see our information on customs regulations. ... [Read More]
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