Development and Strengthening of Systems to Prevent Money Laundering and Related Activities
First written in FY2025. 1 of 2 entries say "Advanced", first in FY2026. Latest entry: FY2026.
The whole theme swung hardest in 2024: 4 of 23 companies on the "Worse" side.
7 other companies' latest entry also says "Advanced".
- FY2026AdvancedAnnual report
「The Bank monitored and verified initiatives to improve the effectiveness of its AML program, including establishing and strengthening internal control systems and embedding frontline procedures in preparation for the fifth FATF review of Japan scheduled for 2028.」
The Bank presented measures to strengthen its control framework, with the fifth FATF review of Japan scheduled for 2028 as the target horizon, in addition to a risk-based approach, ongoing customer due diligence, transaction monitoring and training for preventing money laundering and other illicit activities. - FY2025First statedAnnual report
「Failure to comply with laws and regulations concerning the prevention of money laundering and terrorist financing could result in administrative sanctions, including surcharge orders and business improvement orders, which could materially affect the Bank's reputation, performance and operations.」
The Bank separately described standards for preventing money laundering and other illicit activities, ongoing customer due diligence and transaction monitoring under a risk-based approach, and employee training as key risks and measures.