An assessment of the risks of money laundering and terrorist financing in the virtual asset sector has begun in Dushanbe.

As part of cooperation with the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) Programme Office in Dushanbe, an assessment of the risks of money laundering, terrorist financing, and the financing of the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction (ML/FT/CPF) in the area of ​​virtual asset circulation has been launched, the National Bank of Tajikistan's press department reported.

To this end, from 19 to 23 January 2026, international expert Ms. Greta Barskainskene visited the Republic of Tajikistan, during which a number of bilateral and multilateral meetings were held at the National Bank of Tajikistan and other authorized government bodies of the country.

The events addressed issues related to ML/FT/CFTP risk assessments in the virtual asset sector, the risk assessment process and methodology, international experience in regulating and supervising virtual assets, and potential threats associated with their illegal use. Participants emphasized the need to strengthen interagency coordination and improve the regulatory framework in this area.

It was noted that the results of the risk assessment can be used to develop further regulatory measures and improve the effectiveness of measures to prevent and detect crimes related to virtual assets.

At the end of the meeting, the parties expressed their willingness to continue cooperation, exchange information, and implement best international practices in the risk assessment process.