We also hope that lessons from ongoing ESAAMLG research studies on trends and typologies of Money Laundering in the region will serve as useful inputs in addressing some of these challenges. From a regional perspective, as Central Banks, we continue to engage and share experiences on how we can strengthen our regulatory mechanisms on anti-money laundering and combating the financing of terrorism.
I wish you fruitful deliberations. It is now my pleasure to declare this workshop officially opened. 2  BIS Review 28/2007