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Gold smuggled from war zones entered the UAE despite new regulations, report says
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Fusion42 · 14 November 2026 · Fusion42 review
The UAE remains a major gateway for smuggled gold from conflict zones like Sudan, Russia, and Yemen despite regulations introduced to curb illicit trade, with lax enforcement and continued large imports fueling concerns. A report recommends the UAE be re-added to the FATF gray list due to ongoing risks of money laundering and sanction breaches.
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The UAE’s failure to enforce gold trade rules reopens financial risks for you if your business connects to gold supply or compliance in the region. Pressure for tougher international controls will affect trade flows and regulatory scrutiny this year.
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