Ongoing monitoring of APG members' AML/CFT/CPF systems (follow-up)

The follow‑up process monitors APG members’ progress on improving their AML/CFT/CPF systems after their Mutual Evaluation Report (MER). The follow-up process aims to:

• Encourage full implementation of the FATF Standards;
• Monitor technical compliance and effectiveness over time; and
• Apply sufficient peer pressure and accountability. 

Under the APG Global Fourth Round Transitional Follow-Up Procedures, follow-up reporting is divided into three categories: 

• Regular follow-up;

• Enhanced follow-up; and

• Enhanced follow-up (expedited).

The APG Secretariat manages the Regular, Enhanced and Enhanced Expedited follow-up processes with APG members reporting their progress toward strengthening their AML/CFT/CPF systems through one of three follow-up streams in February, June or October. The degree of progress made by a member against the FATF Standards is assessed by APG’s members.

Members may also be subject to International Cooperation Review Group (ICRG) review. The ICRG review process is managed by the FATF for members with strategic AML/CFT/CFP deficiencies. 

Further details on the follow-up process are available in the APG Global Fourth Round Transitional Follow-Up Procedures.