The Ministry of Justice, Trade and Industry has welcomed a visiting delegation from the Republic of Moldova’s Financial Intelligence Unit and representatives from the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE). 

A statement from the Government follows below:

The visit, which is taking place this week, is organized within the framework oftheOSCE project“Innovative policy solutionstomitigate money laundering risks of virtual assets”, a regional initiative aimed at assisting jurisdictions in strengthening the regulation of Virtual Assets and Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) and enhancing the capacities of relevant institutions. 

The Moldovan delegation is in Gibraltar to gain insights into Gibraltar’s robust and pioneering regulatory framework for VASPs, which has positioned Gibraltar as a leading authority and model jurisdiction in this evolving sector. During their visit, the delegation will engage with key stakeholders, including representatives from the Gibraltar Financial Services Commission and the Gibraltar Financial Intelligence Unit, who will offer a comprehensive overview of Gibraltar’s approach to compliance, supervision, and enforcement in the virtual asset space. Discussions will also explore opportunities for future cooperation and capacity building between authorities. 

The Ministry of Justice, Trade and Industry is proud to support these exchanges, which reinforce Gibraltar’s reputation as a cooperative and forward-thinking jurisdiction on the international regulatory stage. 

Minister for Justice, Trade and Industry, the Hon Nigel Feetham KC MP, said: “We are pleased to welcome our Moldovan and OSCE counterparts to Gibraltar. Our regulatory framework for VASPs is internationally recognised for its high standards, balance, and innovation. This visit underscores Gibraltar’s role as a centre of excellence in virtual asset regulation and our commitment to supporting global efforts to combat financial crime while fostering innovation.”