Swiss lawmakers push back on anti-money laundering law over competitiveness concerns
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Swiss lawmakers push back on anti-money laundering law over competitiveness concerns
Swiss lawmakers are seeking to water down government proposals to help prevent financial crime, saying the country needs to stay competitive in global cross-border wealth management where rival centres - including Singapore and the UAE - are gaining ground.
Swiss Lawmakers Push Back on Anti-Money Laundering to Boost Competitiveness
Swiss lawmakers are advocating to reduce stringent anti-money laundering measures to maintain competitiveness in wealth management as rival centers like Singapore gain traction. Despite government efforts to align with international standards, lawmakers argue for less regulation to avoid losing business to other financial hubs.
Switzerland is adapting its money laundering law to cover high-risk consulting activities. The National Council on Thursday approved the House of Cantons' draft, which is significantly watered down compared to the Federal Council's.
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