CFATF’s 2025 AML/CFT Evaluation report on Sint Maarten reveals major gaps in effectiveness and sector‑specific risk oversight, despite technical compliance improvements since the previous review

CFATF’s 2025 mutual evaluation of Sint Maarten highlights significant weaknesses in the effectiveness of its AML/CFT framework, particularly in risk-based supervision, sanctions enforcement, and financial intelligence. While the jurisdiction has improved technical compliance since its last review, substantial gaps remain in understanding sector-specific risks, regulating virtual assets, and ensuring transparency around beneficial ownership…