The CFATF conducted pre-assessment training with representatives from Jamaica’s Public and Private Sector officials, over the period June 18th to 20th, 2025. This training, funded by the 11th European Development Fund, was designed to prepare the Jamaican authorities and private sector stakeholders for the country’s upcoming 5th Round Mutual Evaluation. Mr. Wendell Lucas, Deputy Executive Director, Mr. Pedro Harry, Law Enforcement Advisor and Ms. Nalita Seenath, Junior Financial Advisor of the CFATF Secretariat were the facilitators for the training. Opening remarks for the training was delivered by Ms. Maureene Simms, Jamaica’s Point of Contact. The presentations focused on, inter alia, risk and context and their importance to the mutual evaluation process, an overview of the mutual evaluation process, the assessment of technical compliance including Recommendations Under Review (RURs), assessment of effectiveness, and the requirements for FIs, VASPs and NPOs. Participants also engaged mock interview sessions focusing on IOs. and 3, providing practical insight into the evaluation process. Additionally, both sectors were advised of the benefits and importance of having in place an effective cooperation and coordination mechanism to ensure successfully navigation and outcomes in the 5th Round Mutual Evaluation. The CFATF continues to provide important technical support and assistance to its members jurisdictions as they prepare for the 5th Round of Mutual Evaluation.
