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Vivek Aggarwal, Secretary in the Culture Ministry, has been appointed as the next Vice-President of the Financial Action Task Force for the 2026-2027 term. This significant development elevates India's position in the global watchdog dedicated to combating money laundering and terrorist financing. The appointment enables India to actively influence international financial regulatory policies and strengthen global frameworks against illicit financial flows and cross-border terrorism funding mechanisms.
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