Empowering Legal Excellence: JING & Partners at the Forefront of Anti-Money Laundering Compliance in CEMAC

At JING & Partners, our commitment to excellence in legal services has always been unwavering. We are proud to announce that our team recently participated in a high-level seminar on "Fighting Money Laundering in CEMAC: New Requirements for Banking Sector, Financial Market, and FinTech Actors," held on July 4th and 5th, 2024, in Douala, Cameroon.

Organized by Financia Engineering SA and Droit Médias Finance (Afrique) , this seminar brought together leading experts in the field, including @Dr Théophile NGAPA, Prof. Yvette KALIEU, Mr. Hervé WOUEMETAH, and Dr. Willy ZOGO, who provided invaluable insights into the latest regulatory developments. The discussions focused on the new COBAC Regulation R-2023/01 and the General Regulation of COSUMAF, which are critical for ensuring compliance in the banking and financial sectors.

Enhancing Our Expertise

As a full-service law firm with a strong presence in Douala and across the Central African sub-region, JING & Partners is dedicated to staying at the forefront of legal developments. Our bilingual team of Francophone and Anglophone attorneys is uniquely positioned to navigate the dual legal systems of Cameroon and the wider CEMAC region. By attending this seminar, we have further enhanced our expertise in anti-money laundering (AML) and combating the financing of terrorism (CFT) compliance, ensuring that we continue to provide top-tier legal services to our clients.

Leading the Way in Corporate and Financial Law

Our attorneys are market leaders in general corporate, commercial, and capital market transactions, representing some of the most prestigious names in Cameroon and the CEMAC sub-region. Over the past few years, JING & Partners has been at the forefront of complex transactions, including asset-backed and structured financing, significant bond issues, and major deals in the commodities, telecommunications, oil and gas, and energy sectors.

Unmatched Experience and Expertise

With a reputation for excellence spanning over a decade, JING & Partners has provided invaluable legal services to the biggest local banks and their foreign affiliates. Our success in assisting investors during negotiations with government bodies, obtaining licenses and permits, and navigating complex regulatory environments is unparalleled. Our deep understanding of sectors such as banking, financial services, capital markets, trading, mining, telecommunications, maritime, transport, aviation, and electricity sets us apart as the law firm of choice in the CEMAC region.

Commitment to Compliance and Integrity

Our firm prides itself on maintaining excellent working relationships with government departments and regulatory bodies. We are fully compliant with FCPA, UK Bribery Act, and related anti-corruption laws, ensuring that our clients receive the highest standards of legal representation and ethical conduct.

Moving Forward

The knowledge and insights gained from this seminar will enable us to better serve our clients and address the evolving regulatory landscape in the CEMAC region. At JING & Partners, we remain committed to providing exceptional legal services and helping our clients navigate the complexities of the legal environment with confidence.

For more information on our services or to discuss how we can assist with your legal needs, please contact us at jingpartners.com