The National Institute of Banking and Finance (NIBAF) Pakistan successfully organized a one-day specialized training program titled “AML-360” at its Lahore Campus on October 18, 2025. The session was designed to strengthen participants’ expertise in Anti-Money Laundering (AML) frameworks, risk-based compliance methodologies, and regulatory practices critical to maintaining integrity and transparency in the financial sector.
This focused training brought together around 15 officials from YAP Pakistan, a leading fintech organization known for its role in advancing digital financial inclusion across the country. The program reflected NIBAF’s continued commitment to developing professional competencies in key regulatory areas that underpin the stability and security of Pakistan’s financial ecosystem.
The training was conducted by Mr. Asim Khan Suri, a seasoned expert with extensive experience in financial compliance, risk management, and AML strategy. His session provided an in-depth overview of the global AML landscape, evolving typologies of financial crimes, and the importance of technology-driven monitoring systems for early detection and prevention of illicit financial activities. Through practical examples and case-based discussions, participants were able to connect theoretical AML principles with real-world operational challenges.
The program, aptly titled “AML-360,” took a comprehensive approach to Anti-Money Laundering education, covering the entire cycle from risk identification and assessment to internal controls, reporting mechanisms, and regulatory audits. Mr. Suri emphasized the significance of adopting a proactive risk-based approach, enabling institutions to align their compliance frameworks with international standards such as FATF recommendations and Pakistan’s AML/CFT regulations.
Participants from YAP Pakistan engaged in interactive sessions that explored how fintechs can implement robust AML systems while ensuring customer convenience and operational efficiency. The discussions also highlighted the critical role of technology and data analytics in identifying suspicious patterns and strengthening transaction monitoring systems. As fintech adoption accelerates in Pakistan, such capacity-building initiatives are essential to maintaining trust, regulatory compliance, and financial integrity.
NIBAF’s initiative to conduct targeted training programs for both traditional financial institutions and fintech organizations demonstrates its evolving role as a premier platform for skill development and regulatory awareness. The institute continues to bridge the knowledge gap between emerging digital finance models and conventional compliance frameworks, ensuring that financial professionals remain equipped to address modern regulatory challenges.
The AML-360 training concluded with an acknowledgment of the participants’ active involvement and commitment to reinforcing compliance culture within their respective organizations. The success of the program underscores NIBAF’s ongoing mission to promote best practices in governance, risk management, and anti-financial crime strategies across Pakistan’s financial sector.
By fostering collaboration between regulators, banks, and fintechs, NIBAF continues to strengthen the national framework against financial crime while enabling institutions like YAP Pakistan to operate with enhanced vigilance and accountability.
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