IOSCO MMoU IARC/COSRA 16-18 March 2005 by Isabel Pastor Advisor, IOSCO General Secretariat
Potential benefits of the MMoU Increases the credibility of capital markets Likelihood that signatories attract increased capital flows & experience a lowering in the cost of capital Recognition from international bodies & regulators around the world Moving on implementation of IOSCO Principles
IOSCO’s Operational Priorities Improving enforcement related cross-border cooperation Implementation of the IOSCO Objectives & Principles of securities regulation
How to achieve goals Establishing the MMoU as the international standard for enforcement related cooperation & exchange of information Encouraging IOSCO members to become signatories to the MMoU Asking IOSCO applicants for membership to become signatories to the MMoU
Time scale As soon as possible: expectation to place emphasis on IOSCO MMoU By 1 January 2010: become signatories to the IOSCO MMoU or, alternatively, Become listed in Appendix B
Advantages of being included on Appendix A It is a statement of your commitment to provide mutual assistance It is a valuable tool to enhance your ability to detect and deter financial crime in your jurisdictions It will enable you to advance your domestic investigations by seeking documents and/or testimony from your fellow MMoU signatories
Advantages of being on Appendix B It is a statement of your commitment to seeking the legal authority to comply with the MMoU Demonstrates your desire to be part of the international regulatory community dedicated to enhancing information-sharing for enforcement purposes It may assist you to achieve any legislative changes necessary in your jurisdiction in order for you to meet the standards set out in the MMoU
How can IOSCO help members? Frequently Asked Questions doc. Training MMoU Assistance Program Pilot IOSCO Principles & Implementation Program IOSCO Regional Committees:IARC
IOSCO MMoU Assistance Program Approved by ExCom in 2003 Effectively launched in 2004 Objective: to provide TA to applicants to the MMoU
Who is eligible? All IOSCO members wishing to become signatories to the MMoU or wishing to express commitment to become signatories, but who need TA
What does IOSCO provide? Specialized technical expertise IOSCO can help members to obtain funding from various sources FIRST Initiative Regional Development Banks
The Program in practice… COSTA RICA, Central America Full scope project funded by FIRST Initiative THAILAND
How to apply? Send expression of interest to the General Secretariat at mail@iosco.org or p.richard@iosco.org Questions, comments: isabel@iosco.org
We look forward to hearing from you on the MMoU! Thank you for your attention!