Combating Financial Crimes: Anti-Money Laundering Initiatives in Uzbekistan
ID: 355814Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Bureau of International Narcotics-Law Enforcement (DOS-INL)

Award Range

$500K - $900K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
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    Forecast Posted Not available
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    Forecast Due Not available
  3. 3
    Posted Aug 1, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
  4. 4
    Due Oct 4, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
Description

The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement of the U.S. Department of State is offering a grant opportunity titled "Combating Financial Crimes: Anti-Money Laundering Initiatives in Uzbekistan." This initiative aims to support projects that address money laundering-related financial crimes in Uzbekistan, focusing on enhancing regulatory compliance, improving agency coordination, and promoting international best practices in anti-money laundering (AML). Given the ongoing challenges Uzbekistan faces in combating financial crimes, this funding is crucial for strengthening the country's financial integrity and rule of law. The total estimated program funding is $3 million, with individual awards ranging from $500,000 to $900,000, and applications are due by October 4, 2024. Interested applicants can reach out to TashkentINL@state.gov for further information.

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