Malacañang said the administration of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. continues to intensify investigations and anti–money laundering enforcement to uphold financial integrity and keep the Philippines off the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) “grey list.”
Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said Marcos Jr. has ordered continued investigations and accountability efforts to ensure a clean financial system, noting that the Philippines was officially removed from the FATF grey list in February 2025.
Castro said asset freezing remains a crucial tool in corruption cases, stressing that authorities will act against anyone involved, whether from the public or private sector.
She added that the Anti-Money Laundering Council plays a key role, with authority to initiate probes and seek court approval to freeze assets when necessary.
Castro also said lawmakers may introduce additional legislation if gaps in anti–money laundering measures are identified, as the administration remains committed to strengthening good governance and fighting corruption.
“Kung mayroon pa silang nakikitang mga kakulangan, sila na ang maaaring bumalangkas ng anumang bagong batas patungkol dito,” she said.IMT
