FATF issues June 2026 statements on high-risk and monitored jurisdictions

Japan’s Financial Services Agency said the June 19 announcements cover jurisdictions subject to calls for action and those under enhanced monitoring for anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing controls.

Summary

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF, global anti-money laundering watchdog) published statements on June 19, 2026 covering jurisdictions identified as high risk and subject to a call for action, as well as jurisdictions placed under enhanced monitoring. Japan’s Financial Services Agency said the announcements relate to anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing measures and directed readers to its website for details tied to the June 2026 plenary.

Terms & Concepts
  • FATF: Global watchdog for money laundering standards
  • enhanced monitoring: Closer review of jurisdictions with control gaps
  • anti-money laundering: Rules to prevent illicit fund flows