TRENDS Research & Advisory has established a significant research partnership with the International Network AML/CFT Institute – Russia. This collaboration aims to strengthen collective scientific endeavors in combating financial crimes and uncovering global sources of terrorist financing.

Both Dr. Mahammad Abdullah Al-Ali, CEO of TRENDS Research & Advisory, and Irina Yurievna Shilina, Deputy Director General of the International Network AML/CFT Institute, have signed the agreement which involves sharing expertise through joint scientific forums, seminars, and discussion sessions, focusing on exchanging insights and strategies to address these critical issues.

Promoting Effective International Collaboration

Hailing the agreement, Dr. Mohammad Abdullah Al-Ali, CEO of TRENDS, highlighted the significance of bolstering international cooperation to combat financial crime, curb the flow of illicit funds, and synchronize regional and global endeavors in eliminating sources of terrorist financing.

Al-Ali stressed the pivotal role of research institutions and academic think tanks in formulating effective strategies against money laundering and terrorist financing. He aimed for positive outcomes through collaborative research and studies.

Collaborative Research Initiatives

Irina Yuryevna Shilina, Deputy Director General of the International Network AML/CFT Institute – Russia, elaborated on the collaboration, detailing plans to launch joint research projects, workshops, and seminars. This collaborative endeavor aims to bolster technical and scientific capabilities through shared experiences, programs, and training courses. The objective is to expand effective communication networks, thereby fostering cooperation in joint research and development initiatives.

Shilina emphasized the critical role of scientific research in identifying and tracking criminal networks engaged in money laundering and terrorist financing activities. This collaboration seeks to leverage modern technologies such as big data analysis and the expertise of research centers and scientific institutes to effectively uncover these networks.