Comprehension Questions Exercise 1

Latin America is the center of criminal economies involved in money laundering.

Money made in criminal ways, often linked to illegal activities.

An economy that is weak and uncertain.

GDP stands for Gross Domestic Product, measuring a country's economic output.

Saint Kitts and Nevis is a Caribbean island nation.

A movement or surge in money laundering activities, often linked to crime.

Government actions needed to combat money laundering practices.

An ambiguity or gap in legal provisions that can be exploited.

An increase in cocaine trafficking leads to a rise in money laundering.

To effectively address crime, governments implement strict laws.

An economy primarily driven by illegal activities.

Legislation designed to prevent money laundering activities.

A stable economy shows consistent growth and low uncertainty.

Measurement of all goods and services produced in a country.

A significant increase in illegal acts such as money laundering.

Possible avenues for business and commerce within a region.

Individuals or groups from other countries engaged in money laundering.

Unclear economic measures or definitions that can be misinterpreted.

The connection between cocaine distribution and increased money laundering.

Financial operations stemming from illegal activities.