Gibraltar, Panama and The Philippines among others delisted from European Commission's list of high risk jurisdictions
Thursday 12 de June 2025 / 12:00
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(Gibraltar).- Gibraltar has been removed from the European Commission's list of high-risk third-country jurisdictions, following assessments by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). Alongside Gibraltar other countries where many gaming companies are based has been delisted.
Gibraltar was delisted from the European Commission's list of high risk, third country jurisdictions. Alongside Gibraltar, Barbados, Jamaica, Panama, the Philippines, Senegal, Uganda, and the United Arab Emirates were also delisted. However, ten new jurisdictions have now been added to the updated list.
The updated list follows investigations by the Financial Action Task Force. Also delisted are Barbados, Jamaica, Panama, the Philippines, Senegal, Uganda, and the United Arab Emirates.Ten other jurisdictions have been added to the list.
The Commission says it has carefully considered the concerns expressed regarding its previous proposal and conducted a thorough technical assessment, based on specific criteria and a well-defined methodology
This includes on-site visits by the FATF to the jurisdictions in question.
The de-listing now requires ratification by the European Parliament before coming into effect, which should take place in one or two months.
Financial Services Minister, Nigel Feetham, says the Commission’s proposal reflects Gibraltar’s clear technical compliance and unwavering determination to uphold the integrity of its financial system.
He says this is a just recognition for the continued work Gibraltar has been doing, not only to meet but to exceed international expectations.
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