The Head of the Financial Intelligence Unit and the Country Representative of the UNODC discussed matters relating to anti-money laundering and countering financing of terrorism
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Tehran, 7th May 2023 – The Head of the Financial Intelligence Unit and the Country Representative of the UNODC met and discussed matters relating to anti-money laundering and countering financing of terrorism.
The meeting has been programmed in accordance with the objectives of the UNODC Country Partnership Programme in the Islamic Republic of Iran 2023-2026. The parties reviewed the recent global developments in the areas of combating transnational organized crime, the illicit trafficking of drugs and the proceeds of crime. Highlighting the importance of expanding collaborations, they agreed to increase further the institutional capacities of government bodies and strengthen regional and international cooperation.
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For further information, please contact:
Mehraj Singh (Mr.),
Programme Associate, UNODC Country Office in Iran
Tel.: (+98-21) 8887 8377-81,
Fax: (+98-21) 88796700,
Email: mehraj.singh@un.org.