FAFT GAFI - Outcomes Plenary, 11-13 February 2026

The fifth FATF Plenary meeting concluded on 13th February, with action agreed to help stop fraudsters and other criminals from profiting from illicit activity.

The Plenary adopted assessment reports of Austria, Italy and Singapore under the new round of mutual evaluations. This follows the first two FATF reports published under the new round in December 2025.

The FATF also approved new publications on cyber-enabled fraud and virtual assets. In support of responsible technological innovation, these projects will help countries stay alert to evolving threats and harness technology to mitigate against risks.

The Plenary appointed Mr. Giles Thomson of the United Kingdom as the incoming President of the FATF (July 2026 – June 2028)