Analyzing Russian compliance with anti-money laundering and combating the financing of terrorism, insider trading and anti-corruption laws

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this study is provide a critical overview of compliance with anti-money laundering and combating the financing of terrorism, insider trading and anti-corruption laws in Russia.

Design/methodology/approach

The mixed approach for this article will be used with some elements of grounded theory. The method used includes the following: observations, various interviews and analysis of legal documents and other primary sources.

Findings

Russian regulatory compliance has a tremendous pressure and significant challenges for both regulators and regulated banks and organizations. It is a moment when Russia could become a more developed country and play a bigger role in international arena or come back to the past time.

Originality/value

The article is based on my practical experience and PhD research observations.

Citation

Shalimova, M. (2014), "Analyzing Russian compliance with anti-money laundering and combating the financing of terrorism, insider trading and anti-corruption laws", Journal of Financial Regulation and Compliance, Vol. 22 No. 4, pp. 318-327. https://doi.org/10.1108/JFRC-09-2013-0031