PwC’s and IAUB’s Experts Delivered Business Workshops on Anti-Money Laundering for Bank Representatives

During the seminars, PwC experts thoroughly analysed topics of sanctions screening, including current challenges, opportunities for optimization, and both Ukrainian and international experience in this field. Special attention was also given to the assessment of AML risks, highlighting the specifics of a risk-based approach tailored to Ukraine's context. Additionally, technologies related to AML/CFT were discussed, specifically the testing and optimization of transaction monitoring and sanctions screening systems, which contribute to enhancing the efficiency of financial monitoring in the banking sector.

Participants received practical recommendations for addressing current challenges in AML/CFT and were introduced to global better practices tailored for the Ukrainian context. Andriy Tretyak, Head of Forensic and Financial Crime Advisory at PwC Ukraine, emphasized the importance of a comprehensive approach and the implementation of modern technologies to boost the effectiveness of AML/CFT in the banking sector. He also noted that these seminars would assist participants in finding effective solutions for their organizations.

Dmytro Glinskyi, Acting Executive Director of the "NABU" Association, expressed his gratitude to the PwC team for organizing the series of seminars. He highlighted that the sessions were exceptionally beneficial and significantly aided banks in enhancing their efficiency. He also conveyed his confidence in the fruitful cooperation with PwC in the future. 

IAUB, in collaboration with PwC, will continue to cooperate with banks to support the sustainable development of Ukraine's financial sector, remaining open to providing expert assistance on AML/CFT matters. For more detailed information on the conducted events and presentation materials, please contact the IAUB Committee on Regulatory Policy and Compliance or PwC consultants.