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MAS Circular on Sanctions Related Risks Detection

Written by Insight & Partnership Team | Aug 31, 2023 1:20:00 PM

The circular sets out additional guidance that financial institutions (FIs) should consider incorporating in their processes to better detect and manage sanctions-related risks.

It sets forth that FIs should:

  • Ensure strong Board and Senior Management (BSM) oversight of sanctions-related risks; and
  • Continue to strengthen its sanction-risk detection capabilities.

Firms should view the circular and take any appropriate action.