In a significant milestone, an Emirati police officer has been appointed to the world’s leading anti-terrorism monitoring group (FATF) to address money laundering, terrorism financing, and weapons proliferation at an international level.
Major Saad Ahmed Al Marzouqi, the Director of the International Case Requests Branch at the Criminal Investigations Directorate, has joined the Financial Action Task Force’s (FATF) International Co-operation Review Group. This appointment marks the first time an Emirati expert has been included in this prestigious team, underscoring the global reputation of UAE law enforcement.
In his new role, Major Al Marzouqi will support countries with strategic deficiencies in their frameworks for combating financial crimes. He will participate in the FATF’s joint group mission for Africa and the Middle East, where he will evaluate an African country’s action plan.
Hamid Al Zaabi, Director General of the Executive Office to Combat Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing, applauded Major Al Marzouqi’s appointment, emphasizing the UAE’s commitment to international efforts against financial crimes. Al Zaabi noted the UAE’s significant investment in developing human capital through comprehensive training programs.
Al Zaabi highlighted that Major Al Marzouqi’s appointment exemplifies the high standards upheld by UAE law enforcement agencies. Major Al Marzouqi, in turn, praised the Executive Office’s efforts in developing Emirati talent and enhancing human capabilities, noting the Office’s leading role at the national level in combating financial crimes.
Expressing pride in his new role, Major Al Marzouqi described his appointment as a testament to the international reputation and professional excellence of the Abu Dhabi Police General Command.
About FATF: The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) is the global watchdog for money laundering and terrorist financing. Established in 1989 by the G7, FATF sets international standards to prevent illegal financial activities and protect the integrity of the international financial system. In 2001, its mandate expanded to include terrorism financing.
FATF aims to set standards and promote the effective implementation of legal, regulatory, and operational measures to combat money laundering, terrorist financing, and related threats. As a policy-making body, FATF generates the political will necessary to bring about national legislative and regulatory reforms and monitors progress through peer reviews of member countries.
