In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a seminar was held on the topic "Using Financial Intelligence as Evidence - Investigating Serious and Complex Cases Related to Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing."
According to information from the State Financial Intelligence Service, the event was organized in collaboration with the European Union project "EU Actions Against Organized Crime and Terrorism."
The seminar was attended by representatives of law enforcement agencies, financial intelligence, and judicial structures from Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan, as well as international experts engaged in combating money laundering and terrorism financing.
Key issues related to the use of financial intelligence materials in criminal cases, conducting parallel financial investigations, and identifying, seizing, and confiscating criminal assets were discussed during the seminar. Special attention was given to international cooperation and legal assistance while respecting human rights.
The program of the event included expert presentations, analysis of practical cases, and interactive discussions, which facilitated the exchange of experiences and the discussion of current issues facing Central Asia.
During the seminar, a meeting also took place between Bakytbek Alisherov, Deputy Chairman of the State Financial Intelligence Service, Kaspars Valpeteris, Regional Coordinator of the EU-ACT project, and David Hott, Head of the EU Global Initiative project. Participants discussed opportunities for further cooperation and joint initiatives.
