八部门发布《反洗钱特别预防措施管理办法》 自2月16日起施行

Core Viewpoint - The "Special Preventive Measures for Anti-Money Laundering" has been approved and will take effect on February 16, 2026, aiming to prevent money laundering, terrorist financing, and financing of weapons of mass destruction [1]. Group 1: General Provisions - The purpose of the measures is to regulate special preventive actions against money laundering and related activities based on various laws [3]. - All entities and individuals are required to take special preventive measures against listed organizations and individuals identified by relevant authorities [4]. - Special preventive measures include immediate cessation of financial services to listed entities and restrictions on the transfer of related funds and assets [4][24]. Group 2: Lists and Execution - Relevant authorities, including the Ministry of Public Security and the People's Bank of China, are responsible for identifying, publishing, and removing names from the lists [9]. - The People's Bank of China will supervise and guide financial institutions in fulfilling their anti-money laundering obligations [10]. - Individuals or entities can apply for review if they have objections to the lists published [10][11][12]. Group 3: Obligations of Financial Institutions - Financial institutions must establish internal control systems for anti-money laundering measures and assess related risks [11]. - Institutions are required to continuously monitor and verify clients against the published lists [13][14]. - Upon identifying clients or transactions related to listed entities, financial institutions must take immediate preventive measures [16]. Group 4: Legal Responsibilities - Violations of the measures by responsible personnel may lead to disciplinary actions [25]. - Financial institutions failing to comply with the measures may face penalties from the People's Bank of China [26][27]. - Non-financial institutions are also subject to penalties for violations of the measures [28]. Group 5: Miscellaneous - The measures apply to all individuals and entities within the jurisdiction of the People's Republic of China [23]. - The measures will replace the previous regulations on the management of assets related to terrorist activities [31].