The National Anti-Money Laundering Committee (NAMLC) is the national coordinating body responsible for strengthening Belize’s framework for combating money laundering, terrorist financing, and related financial crimes.
NAMLC is mandated to coordinate national policies and initiatives aimed at preventing, detecting, and deterring money laundering and terrorist financing, in accordance with Belize’s legal framework and international standards.
The NAMLC is a multi-agency committee comprised of senior representatives from key government ministries, regulatory bodies, and law enforcement agencies.
Through inter-agency collaboration and coordinated policy engagement, the Committee serves as the central forum for national AML/CFT policy development and oversight.
NAMLC is mandated to coordinate national policies and initiatives aimed at preventing, detecting, and deterring money laundering and terrorist financing, in accordance with Belize’s legal framework and international standards.
The Committee facilitates collaboration among public and private sector stakeholders, supports effective AML/CFT implementation, and promotes institutional capacity and risk awareness.
To promote a resilient and transparent financial system that safeguards Belize’s economic integrity and international reputation.
To coordinate national AML/CFT efforts through policy guidance, stakeholder engagement, and capacity-building aligned with international best practices.
NAMLC works closely with regulatory authorities, law enforcement agencies, supervisory bodies, and international partners to ensure a coordinated and effective national response to financial crime risks.
The NAMLC works to ensure that Belize’s AML/CFT framework remains aligned with international standards and best practices.
Through engagement with regional and international partners, the Committee supports Belize’s participation in global AML/CFT initiatives and assessment processes.
For detailed information on NAMLC’s leadership, governance structure, and ongoing initiatives, please explore the sections below.
