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The European Parliament<\/strong> approved the European Commission’s recommendation on July 9, 2025, to remove the Philippines<\/strong> from the EU\u2019s high-risk money laundering and terrorist financing list. The decision follows the Financial Action Task Force\u2019s (FATF)<\/strong> February delisting and marks the conclusion of a \u20ac1\u202fbillion+ investor flows<\/strong> realignment, 213 AML\/CFT reforms<\/strong>, and 60 days of parliamentary review amid a regional financial system storm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Philippine Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC)<\/strong> described the move as a milestone in enhancing the country\u2019s financial appeal for overseas investors and compliance reputation with European banks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cThe delisting proves our commitment to international standards and regulatory cooperation,\u201d<\/em> hailed AMLC chief Clayton Cruz<\/strong>, reflecting on the impact on correspondent banking and remittance corridors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Philippines\u2019 casino boom gains momentum after FATF grey list removal<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Under EU law, the move amends Directive (EU) 2015\/849<\/strong> and EU delegated regulation (C(2025)3815), de\u2011flagging the Philippines, Barbados, Jamaica, Senegal, Uganda, and the UAE. Officials warn that relisting could trigger \u20ac500\u202fmillion in compliance costs<\/strong> and renewed due diligence by EU financial institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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With Manila now clear of the \u201chigh-risk\u201d label, cross-border financial services\u2014including online gaming payments and remittances\u2014are expected to proceed with fewer delays and lower scrutiny<\/strong> among EU banks, potentially enhancing regional economic integration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As this regulatory quake reshapes Manila\u2019s fiscal landscape, one question looms over foreign investors and ASEAN policymakers:
Will this delisting unleash a new wave of EU-Philippines financial engagement\u2014or expose underlying AML vulnerabilities?<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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