71. Is it specified that a particular institution(s) is responsible for investigating money laundering that relates to political parties, candidates and elected officials?
Maldives
Answer
Financial intelligence unit
Source
Source: Article 12(b), Regulation on Prevention of Money Laundering and Financing of Terrorism for Money Transfer Businesses and Money Changing Businesses, 2015
Source: Article 16, Prevention of Money Laundering and Financing of Terrorism Act, 2014
Comment
The financial Intelligence Unit is located within the Maldives Monetary Authority.