Politically Exposed Persons
May 1, 2024
3 minute read
Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs) are individuals who are entrusted with prominent public functions and may be vulnerable to corruption and financial misconduct due to their positions. Understanding PEPs is crucial for financial institutions and other organizations to prevent money laundering and terrorist financing.
Definition and Types of PEPs
PEPs generally include:
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Reading list
We've selected three books
that we think will supplement your
learning. Use these to
develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a
deeper understanding of the topics covered in
Politically Exposed Persons.
This guide provides a comprehensive overview of anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism, including a section on PEPs.
This guide provides a comprehensive overview of financial crime, including a section on PEPs.
This guide provides regulators with a comprehensive overview of PEPs and the associated risks of corruption and financial misconduct. It covers topics such as PEP definition, risk assessment, supervisory tools, and enforcement.
For more information about how these books relate to this course, visit:
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