The Asian Institute of Chartered Bankers (AICB) has called for international cooperation among financial institutions, regulators, and enforcement agencies to bolster anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CTF) protocols. Speaking at the 13th International Conference on Financial Crime and Terrorism Financing, AICB Chairman, Tan Sri Azman Hashim, stressed the importance of trust among nations for intelligence sharing and regulatory harmonisation. He highlighted the crucial role of technology, such as blockchain and AI, in identifying patterns of financial crime. The conference, attended by over 1,000 delegates and supported by key financial entities in Malaysia, provided a platform for global financial crime experts to share insights on combating financial crime.