A significant event took place as delegates from Angola, representing various key authorities, visited FIU Mauritius to offer their expertise and support in the post Mutual Evaluation implementation process. The visit aimed to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing between the two nations, particularly in the field of financial intelligence and compliance.
The delegation from Angola comprised high-ranking officials from a range of authorities, including the Financial Intelligence Unit (UIF), Angolan Insurance Regulation and Supervision Agency (ARSEG), Central Bank of Angola (BNA), Capital Markets Commission (CMC), Gaming Supervision Institute (ISJ), Intelligence and State Security Service (SINSE), External Intelligence Service (SIE). Their presence underscored the commitment of Angola to assist and collaborate with Mauritius in strengthening its regulatory framework and enforcement mechanisms.
One of the highlights of the study visit was the active participation of the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) of Mauritius, which played a pivotal role in the knowledge exchange. The FIU Mauritius shared its experiences and insights, thereby contributing significantly to the discussions on information sharing among competent authorities, Suspicious Transaction Reports (STR), outreach strategies to enhance the effectiveness of STR, and the development of capacity to fulfill core functions related to financial intelligence and security.
Furthermore, the visit featured a benchmarking exercise that brought together Dr. Gilberto Moises Moma Capeça, Director General of FIU Angola, and Ms. Carine Charlette, Director of FIU Mauritius. This exercise provided a valuable platform for sharing best practices, exchanging ideas, and identifying opportunities for collaboration and mutual learning between the two entities.
The visit served as an important milestone in the ongoing efforts to enhance cooperation and collaboration between Angola and Mauritius in the realm of financial intelligence, IT security and regulatory oversight. It not only facilitated the exchange of knowledge and experiences but also set the stage for future partnerships and joint initiatives aimed at strengthening the effectiveness of anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing measures.
Overall, the study visit, at the FIU on 28th and 29th November 2023 by the Angola authorities for the assistance of Mauritius in the post Mutual Evaluation implementation process, marked a significant step forward in the journey towards greater regional collaboration, information sharing, and capacity building in the vital areas of financial regulation and security.