Cairo: In recognition of Egypt's pioneering role-particularly that of the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE)-at both the regional and international levels in promoting financial inclusion and combating money laundering and terrorist financing, the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has highlighted Egypt's experience as one of the world's best practices in its updated guidance report issued in June 2025.

According to State Information Service Egypt, this acknowledgment reflects Egypt's successful model in achieving a balanced approach between expanding financial inclusion and ensuring full compliance with global anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing (AML/CFT) standards, reinforcing its position as a regional leader in sustainable financial development and regulatory excellence.

The FATF's updated guidance praised Egypt's efforts, led by the CBE in cooperation with the Egyptian Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Combating Unit (EMLCU), highlighting their pivotal role in designing and implementing measures that successfully balance compliance with international standards and the promotion of financial inclusion.

Through its comprehensive regulatory and supervisory authority, Egypt has developed an integrated and effective regulatory framework that ensures fair and secure access to financial services, while also empowering all segments of society economically. This has been achieved through the issuance of supportive regulations and initiatives that foster financial inclusion while maintaining financial stability and protecting consumer rights.

Governor of the Central Bank of Egypt Hassan Abdalla stated that this international recognition affirms Egypt's commitment to a forward-looking national strategy that strikes a balance between safeguarding the financial system and enabling all segments of society to access formal financial services.