Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to construct a theoretical hypothesis to explain the organizational knowledge creation in international cooperation, which aims to contribute to practical problem solving in the process of knowledge creation.
Design/methodology/approach
This research reveals that anti-money laundering based on the concept of knowledge and organizational knowledge creation mechanisms could co-evolve in inter-organizational knowledge.
Findings
By simplifying the knowledge flow of anti-money laundering in international cooperation, the author illustrates the process of knowledge creation, sharing and utilizing.
Originality/value
This paper used the example of international anti-money laundering activities to describe knowledge creation, process of knowledge management, organizational structure and the emergence of international cooperation.
