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中文(ZH) 香港证监会增强措施以应对伪造文件及洗钱风险并提高开户标准

Hong Kong SFC tightens account opening rules amid forgery and money laundering risks

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The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has issued new guidelines to securities brokers regarding account opening and client relationship management. This follows a review that uncovered significant deficiencies, including inadequate due diligence and the acceptance of suspicious or forged documents. The SFC is particularly concerned about the increased risk of money laundering and terrorist financing due to potential misuse of client accounts. AI

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Hong Kong SFC tightens account opening rules amid forgery and money laundering risks

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  1. 36氪 (36Kr) TIER_1 中文(ZH) ·

    Hong Kong SFC Enhances Measures to Combat Forged Documents and Money Laundering Risks and Raises Account Opening Standards

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