Marcos calls for sustained anti-money laundering efforts post-FATF exit

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. called for sustained efforts to institutionalize reforms during a recognition ceremony for the National Anti-Money Laundering Committee on Monday.

Marcos emphasized that while the Philippines has exited the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list, the fight against money laundering and terrorist financing is not over and requires continued vigilance.

The President highlighted the importance of tightening enforcement and modernizing the financial system to protect against sophisticated threats.

He noted the country's exit from the FATF grey list as a testament to unity, strong leadership, and government-wide coordination, which restored global confidence in its financial system.

Marcos stressed that keeping the Philippines off the grey list for good is now a shared responsibility of the government and Filipino people, underscoring the need for transparency, accountability, and inclusive development.