Coaf, Anti-Money Laundering Agency, Remains with Haddad During New Government's Term

Coaf, Anti-Money Laundering Agency, Remains with Haddad During New Government’s Term

Written by Bruno Teles

Published on 17/01/2023 at 18:38

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The COAF (Financial Activities Control Board), an agency that combats money laundering, is under Haddad, also being responsible for uncovering and combating corruption.

In 2018, the current Minister of Finance, Fernando Haddad, criticized the COAF for its transfer to the Ministry of Justice, then headed by former judge and current senator Sérgio Moro (União-PR), and, therefore, now in the Lula government, the agency that combats money laundering is under Haddad.

Referring to Moro, Haddad said that the COAF should not follow “politicians’ dictates.” Later, still during the Bolsonaro government, the remnants were transferred to the Central Bank. The controversy arose on social media when the news of the COAF’s return to the Treasury emerged while Haddad was a politician. Moro also challenged Haddad online. Haddad responded that the COAF always belonged to the Treasury and has just returned to its rightful place.

What Is the Importance of the Agency That Combats Money Laundering Being with Haddad?

The agency analyzes atypical movements in the financial system and generates reports. These documents can aid in investigations of money laundering and corruption. For specialists, the agencies are not at risk in the Treasury. The COAF has its own leadership and does not need ministerial approval to analyze the material.

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Coaf, Anti-Money Laundering Agency, Remains with Haddad During New Government’s Term

The COAF (Financial Activities Control Board), an agency that combats money laundering, is under Haddad, also being responsible for uncovering and combating corruption.

What Is the Importance of the Agency That Combats Money Laundering Being with Haddad?

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