Philippines AMLC names acting director as executive director seeks transfer
The Philippines’ Anti-Money Laundering Council said executive director Matthew David had requested a transfer to the central bank and named Arnold Kabanlit as officer-in-charge while it searches for a successor. David was appointed in 2022; the council’s work includes anti-money-laundering controls related to casino junkets.
The leadership transition affects the agency responsible for overseeing anti-money-laundering measures that include casino junkets.