FATF Keeps Vietnam on 'Grey List,' Signaling Continued Scrutiny
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has removed Bulgaria, Congo, Ivory Coast, and Monaco from its 'grey list' for anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing measures, but has kept Vietnam on the list, signaling continued international scrutiny of its financial system.
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