[FSA/Attorney Speakers] Seminar on AML Measures and Effectiveness Verification for Financial Institutions
Seminar Info Inc. will hold a seminar on anti-money laundering measures for financial institutions on June 25, 2026. Featuring Saki Serita from the Financial Services Agency and lawyer Eriko Akiyama, the seminar focuses on practical responses for the 5th round of FATF evaluations.
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## Seminar Overview
Seminar Info Inc. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; Representative: Wataru Konishi) will hold a seminar titled "A Conversation between FSA Inspectors and a Lawyer (a former FSA inspector): Points on AML/CFT Measures and Effectiveness Verification for Financial Institutions" on June 25, 2026, from 13:30 to 16:30.
In anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing (AML/CFT) measures, financial institutions are required to move from the phase of simply "structuring" their systems to verifying whether they are actually "functioning."
This seminar, building on recent guideline and FAQ revisions, will thoroughly explain the regulatory perspective for the upcoming 5th round of FATF mutual evaluations and the concrete steps for effectiveness verification that financial institutions face.
### Key Takeaways
- Perspectives from the regulatory authorities regarding the 5th round of FATF mutual evaluations
- Authorities' policies and expectations regarding effectiveness verification
- Status and challenges of financial institutions' efforts in effectiveness verification
- Overview of recent guideline and FAQ revisions
- How to plan, implement, and improve effectiveness verification
- Practical examples of effectiveness verification (including coordination between the second and third lines of defense)
- Industry-specific status and perspectives on AML measures
### Seminar Program
1. **Part 1: The Current Situation of Regulatory Authorities Regarding the 5th Round of FATF Mutual Evaluations** (Lecturer: Ms. Serita)
2. **Part 2: How Should Effectiveness Verification Proceed in Financial Institutions?** (Lecturer: Ms. Akiyama)
3. **Part 3: Dialogue on 'Cases and Focus Points for Effectiveness Verification'**
*Advance questions will be accepted until Wednesday, June 17.
[Contact Information]
Seminar Group, Seminar Info Inc.
E-mail: seminar-operation@seminar-info.jp
Seminar Info Inc. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; Representative: Wataru Konishi) will hold a seminar titled "A Conversation between FSA Inspectors and a Lawyer (a former FSA inspector): Points on AML/CFT Measures and Effectiveness Verification for Financial Institutions" on June 25, 2026, from 13:30 to 16:30.
In anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing (AML/CFT) measures, financial institutions are required to move from the phase of simply "structuring" their systems to verifying whether they are actually "functioning."
This seminar, building on recent guideline and FAQ revisions, will thoroughly explain the regulatory perspective for the upcoming 5th round of FATF mutual evaluations and the concrete steps for effectiveness verification that financial institutions face.
### Key Takeaways
- Perspectives from the regulatory authorities regarding the 5th round of FATF mutual evaluations
- Authorities' policies and expectations regarding effectiveness verification
- Status and challenges of financial institutions' efforts in effectiveness verification
- Overview of recent guideline and FAQ revisions
- How to plan, implement, and improve effectiveness verification
- Practical examples of effectiveness verification (including coordination between the second and third lines of defense)
- Industry-specific status and perspectives on AML measures
### Seminar Program
1. **Part 1: The Current Situation of Regulatory Authorities Regarding the 5th Round of FATF Mutual Evaluations** (Lecturer: Ms. Serita)
2. **Part 2: How Should Effectiveness Verification Proceed in Financial Institutions?** (Lecturer: Ms. Akiyama)
3. **Part 3: Dialogue on 'Cases and Focus Points for Effectiveness Verification'**
*Advance questions will be accepted until Wednesday, June 17.
[Contact Information]
Seminar Group, Seminar Info Inc.
E-mail: seminar-operation@seminar-info.jp
FAQ
What is effectiveness verification in AML?
It refers to the process of verifying whether anti-money laundering measures are not just structurally in place, but are actually functioning to deter crime and being continuously improved.
Why is effectiveness verification important now?
With the 5th round of FATF evaluations approaching, regulatory focus has shifted from formal manual creation to substantial functional effectiveness and continuous improvement cycles.
Who is this seminar for?
It is designed for professionals in compliance, legal, and internal audit departments at financial institutions.