Regulatory Alerts2026-03-29
Law No. 178/AN/25/9ème L Amending Law No. 106/AN/24/9ème L on the Fight against Money Laundering, Terrorism Financing and Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction
The National Assembly of Djibouti enacted Law No. 178/AN/25/9ème L to amend the existing legal framework governing money laundering, terrorism financing, and proliferation financing. The legislation expands the scope of obliged entities to include virtual asset service providers, trust and company service providers, and various non-financial professions, while mandating robust risk assessments, enhanced due diligence, and strict limits on cash and bearer instrument transactions. It further clarifies key definitions such as beneficial ownership, virtual assets, and professional secrecy to align domestic regulations with international standards and facilitate cross-border financial cooperation.
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