Definition of Political Exposed Person (PEP)
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Who would NOT be considered a Politically Exposed Person based on the text?

  • A Judge in a supreme court
  • A Head of state
  • A Deputy minister
  • A Military officer (correct)

Why is it important to include family members in the PEP definition?

  • To create a positive image for financial institutions
  • To prevent them from engaging in politics
  • To offer them financial benefits
  • To identify potential money laundering risks (correct)

What type of relationships are considered close associates in the PEP definition?

  • Spouses of family members
  • Extended family members
  • Colleagues in the same workplace
  • Friends or romantic partners outside the family (correct)

How does the Financial Action Task Force recommend treating PEP status?

<p>Using a risk-based approach (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What industry was Isabel dos Santos accused of trying to control using her political connections?

<p>Telecommunications (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the main focus of the Luanda Leaks investigation involving Isabel dos Santos?

<p>Money laundering (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was NOT a consequence of the Luanda Leaks investigation?

<p>No impact on Isabel dos Santos or her family (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the main concerns arising from the financial records of Isabel dos Santos and her family?

<p>Possibly unethical transactions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Luanda Leaks investigation for international companies associated with Isabel dos Santos?

<p>Raised concerns about their involvement in unethical deals (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key reason why PEPs are considered at higher risk for money laundering and related crimes?

<p>They hold or have held prominent public functions. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does the FATF require countries to ensure measures to prevent financial system abuse by PEPs?

<p>To protect the financial system and society from PEP abuse. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does denying a business relationship with a PEP without any unacceptable risk violate FATF recommendations?

<p>By not considering the spirit of the FATF recommendation. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which FATF recommendations emphasize measures to prevent financial system abuse by PEPs?

<p>Recommendations 12 and 22 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do PEP requirements defined by the FATF aim to address PEP-related risks?

<p>By preventing abuse, corruption, and bribery. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the intent behind the FATF's preventive PEP requirements?

<p>To prevent financial system abuse, corruption, and bribery by PEPs. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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