MTED Minister, Hon. Dr. Viliami Lātū, met with delegations from the Asia/Pacific Group on Money Laundering (APG) to receive an update on the evaluation of Tonga’s (APG member since 2005) progress in relation to Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT)

This mutual evaluation covers legislation related to business and company registration, with amendments being progressed in line with APG recommendations to strengthen the accuracy, reliability, and transparency of information and records on businesses and their owners. This supports Tonga’s efforts to meet international AML/CFT standards.

Strong AML/CFT performance helps build confidence among banks, investors, business partners, and development partners.