..., 2014). IVTS transactions are also often faster than formal money transfers, especially in locations where formal, Western-style banking institutions do not exist or cannot reach (El Qorchi et al., 2003). Historically, banks in Myanmar traditionally required an inordinate amount of time...

...Rhys Thompson Purpose The purpose of this paper is to examine anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) developments in Myanmar in light of its recent political and economic transition from military rule to a civilian, democratic government. This paper will discuss...

...Brian P. Joyce Reports that the anti‐money laundering regime in Myanmar (Burma) has many flaws; reasons are the lack of internationally accepted money laundering provisions, weak law enforcement capacity, an under‐regulated banking system, and proliferation of drug trafficking activity. Outlines...