A seminar dedicated to the topic "Using Financial Intelligence as Evidence - Investigating Serious and Complex Cases Related to Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing" was held in Bishkek. The event was organized by the State Financial Intelligence Service in collaboration with the European Union project aimed at combating organized crime and terrorism.
Representatives of financial intelligence agencies, law enforcement, and judicial structures from Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan participated in the event, as well as international experts working in the field of combating money laundering and terrorism financing.
During the seminar, key topics were discussed, such as the use of financial intelligence materials in criminal cases, conducting parallel financial investigations, and identifying, seizing, and confiscating criminal assets. Attention was also given to issues of international cooperation and legal assistance that comply with international human rights standards.
The program of the event included expert lectures, practical cases, and interactive discussions. This created a platform for sharing experiences and discussing current challenges facing Central Asia.
Additionally, the Deputy Chairman of the State Financial Intelligence Service, Bakytbek Alisherov, met with the regional coordinator of the EU-ACT project, Kaspars Valpeteris, and the head of the EU Global Initiative project, David Hott. During the conversation, possible directions for further cooperation and plans for joint initiatives were discussed.
