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The Cayman Islands has launched its 2025–2026 National Risk Assessment (NRA), a two-year initiative to strengthen our anti-money laundering, countering the financing of terrorism, and counter-proliferation financing (AML/CFT/CPF) framework.

The free one-day course, titled “Safe Operation of Small Commercial Vessels,” will be delivered at the Inspire Cayman Training Facility, 131 McLendon Drive, George Town.

The Cayman Islands today observes the 20th anniversary of the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC, 2006), which the jurisdiction adopted in 2014

At the recent Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Plenary held in Mexico, Premier and Minister for Financial Services and Commerce, the Hon. André Ebanks extended congratulations to outgoing FATF President Elisa de Anda Madrazo, in recognition of her distinguished tenure.

The Plenary, which will be held in Mexico City from 10–14 February 2026, will provide important insights into emerging risks, evolving international standards, and lessons learned by jurisdictions currently undergoing mutual evaluations.

In an effort to provide regulatory clarity for funds professionals and investors, the Cayman Islands Government has published three legislative bills to confirm a framework for tokenised investment fund structures in Cayman

The Cayman Islands Intellectual Property Office (CIIPO) is pleased to announce the appointment of its new Director Ms. Terita Kalloo, effective 19 January 2026.

Enhancements to corporate legislation aimed at maintaining continued business growth and bolstering the Cayman Islands’ position as a global financial services centre of excellence and innovation will take effect on 1 January 2026,

The training-focused plenary, held in Bridgetown, Barbados, from 24–28 November, provided member jurisdictions with capacity-building sessions and technical updates across key areas of AML/CFT/CPF implementation. Practical guidance was given on several priority issues...