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South Africa: The Ambiguities of a Middle Power
ABSTRACT South Africa represents an interesting species of a middle power. This derives from its inherited economic muscle as Africa's powerhouse and the liberation struggle against apartheid, both of which have shaped its democratic transition. The traditions of liberation and democracy, in turn, have profoundly influenced how South Africa has ...
Garth L. le Pere
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The use of the securities market to commit various types of economic crimes, including the legalization of criminal incomes and the terrorism financing, is one of the most significant threats to the security of the national and world economy. The article
E. I. Brichka +2 more
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Policing Protest Through Financial Sanctions: Canada and the ‘Freedom Convoy’
ABSTRACT For 3 weeks in early 2022, the so‐called ‘Freedom’ Convoy took over the downtown of Canada's capital, fuelled by frustrations with the federal government over strict vaccine policies and frequent lockdowns. In response, the Prime Minister declared a national crisis and invoked the Emergencies Act.
Emily Gilbert
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Towards supranational governance in EU counter-terrorism? - The role of the Commission and the Council Secretariat [PDF]
New security threats have emerged as major new areas of policy development in the European Union, especially during the 'war on terror'. This paper makes two significant points that counter theoretical expectations of EU counter-terrorism.
Kaunert, C
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Reasons for Growth and Solutions to Combat Money Laundering Through Bitcoin in Iranian Law [PDF]
The electronic revolution and as a result the increasing growth of electronic commerce and the increasing complexity of financial markets, despite the rich profits it has brought to the government and nations, has also caused the growth of a group of ...
Fatemeh Gilak +2 more
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Monetary statecraft and the Bahamian SandDollar
Central banks across the globe are currently engaged in an array of experimental projects with central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) that intervene in the digital transformation of payments. The Bahamas has been circulating the first‐issued CBDC since 2020, Project SandDollar (PSD), to advance financial inclusion in the archipelagic state.
Jing Chu
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Recent studies have suggested that plant‐based proteins, such as algal powder, can partially replace fishmeal used in formulated aqua feeds while maintaining the growth performance of aquaculture species. In Taiwan, the traditional pickled cabbage industry produces high‐salinity wastewater rich in nutrients and microelements essential for plant growth.
Sheng-Wei Ho +6 more
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Blockchain technology has revolutionized numerous industries by providing decentralized, transparent, and immutable ledgers. However, its adoption is hindered by persistent security challenges, including arbitrage attacks, liquidity exploits, and noncompliance with antimoney laundering (AML) regulations.
Aleaddin Ozer +2 more
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FATF Recommendations in Adopting Risk-Based Approach (RBA) in Anti-Money Laundering Supervisory-Control Structure and Iran's Legislative Position [PDF]
"Supervision and Control", as an essential part of any Anti-Money Laundering Management System, is of great importance in preventing and combating the purification of criminal proceeds.
Amir Jamali Hajiani +2 more
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The conceptual model illustrates how Digital Financial Capability (DFC) fosters Sustainable Entrepreneurship (SE) through stakeholder engagement, with Anti‐Money Laundering (AML) compliance acting as a moderating factor, contributing to global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Shama Urooj +3 more
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