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CBUAE (Central Bank of UAE)

💡 In plain English: The UAE's central bank and primary regulator for banks, exchange houses, and payment firms — responsible for AML supervision.

Definition

The Central Bank of the UAE is the primary financial regulator overseeing banks, exchange houses, finance companies, and payment service providers in the UAE. It issues AML/CFT guidelines, conducts supervisory examinations, and enforces compliance with UAE AML law.

📌 Real-World Example

A UAE bank that fails its CBUAE AML examination can face fines, restrictions on new business, or licence revocation.

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