Core Points - The central viewpoint of the news is the implementation of the "Anti-Money Laundering Special Preventive Measures Management Measures," which will take effect on February 16, 2026, aimed at preventing money laundering, terrorist financing, and financing of weapons of mass destruction [1][15]. Group 1: General Provisions - The measures are established to regulate special preventive actions against money laundering based on various laws including the Anti-Money Laundering Law and the Anti-Terrorism Law [2]. - All units and individuals are required to take special preventive measures against entities listed in specific government-issued lists [2]. - Special preventive measures include immediate cessation of financial services to listed entities and restrictions on the transfer of related funds and assets [2]. Group 2: Lists and Execution - Relevant departments such as the Ministry of Public Security and the People's Bank of China are responsible for identifying, publishing, and removing names from the lists [4]. - Public awareness campaigns will be conducted to enhance understanding of money laundering and terrorist financing risks [4]. - Individuals can appeal against their inclusion in the lists through established legal procedures [4]. Group 3: Obligations of Financial Institutions - Financial institutions must establish internal control systems for anti-money laundering measures and continuously monitor the relevant lists [6]. - Institutions are required to verify customer identities against the lists when establishing business relationships or during the course of existing relationships [6]. - Any identified transactions involving listed entities must be reported to the People's Bank of China and relevant authorities [7][8]. Group 4: Legal Responsibilities - Violations of the measures by financial institutions can lead to penalties as per the Anti-Money Laundering Law [11][12]. - Specific non-financial institutions must also adhere to these measures based on their operational characteristics and risk levels [10]. - The measures emphasize the protection of the rights of third parties acting in good faith [3].