FATF fails its mandate with India review: Critical issues ignored
Today’s release of India’s Mutual Evaluation Report by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) overlooks critical aspects of the country’s […]
FATF Silence Deafening as India Dismisses US Court Summons in Alleged Assassination Plot
As India rebuffs US court summons over an alleged assassination plot, FATF’s silence on potential misuse of security apparatus highlights gaps in its oversight of counter-terrorism measures.
The Adverse Impact of Counterterrorism Laws on Human Rights Defenders and FATF Compliance in India
A comprehensive report by the American Bar Association reveals how India has exploited FATF recommendations to justify laws that suppress civil society and human rights defenders.
Indian Government shields Hindutva Terror Groups in breach of FATF Standards
A new report titled “Indian Government shields Hindutva Terror Groups in breach of FATF Standards” sheds light on India’s failure to prevent terrorist financing of Hindutva groups while ostensibly complying with Financial Action Task Force (FATF) recommendations.
Weaponizing Counterterrorism: India’s exploitation of terrorism financing assessments to target the civil society
The Indian government has exploited the 2010 and 2013 Financial Action Task Force (FATF) assessment reports to supplement its arsenal of counterterrorism and money laundering laws, many of which are routinely used to target civil society organisations and human rights defenders.
FATF Overlooks Civil Society Concerns in India’s Mutual Evaluation Report
FATF’s latest evaluation praises India’s anti-money laundering efforts while overlooking serious concerns about civil society suppression
FATF Standards Under Scrutiny: India’s Anti-Terror Laws Weaponized by the State
India’s Enforcement Directorate, empowered by FATF-inspired legislation, faces accusations of becoming a political tool for quashing dissent by the ruling party.
Electoral Bond Scheme: FATF’s Failures to Address Deep Institutional Corruption in India
The report provides a detailed examination of the Electoral Bond Scheme (BDS), its structure, and its impact on political financing in the world’s largest democracy, addressing a key failure of FATF. It draws attention to several critical issues that have emerged since the scheme’s implementation, including concerns about money laundering, corruption, and the erosion of transparency in political funding.
Shadow Report: Civil Society Perspectives for the FATF Mutual Evaluation Review of India
This shadow report, prepared for the Financial Action Task Force’s (FATF) upcoming Mutual Evaluation Review of India in November 2023, highlights serious concerns about the Indian government’s misuse of FATF standards to stifle civil society and nonprofit organizations (NPOs).
FATF Compliance or Overreach? South Africa’s Intelligence Bill Raises Alarm
South Africa’s proposed General Intelligence Laws Amendment Bill, ostensibly aimed at addressing financial crime concerns, grants the State Security Agency sweeping powers that could threaten civil liberties and democratic oversight under the guise of national security.