Purpose -The purpose of this paper is to examine the relationship between economic growth, foreign direct investment (FDI) and corruption. Design/methodology/approach -Data for 42 developing countries and 28 developed countries is analyzed using panel dynamic ordinary least squares. Findings -FDI has a significant influence on economic growth in both the short run and the long run for developing and developed countries. In the cases of the developing economies, lower levels of corruption enhance the impact that FDI has on economic growth. Originality/value -The study links corruption to the impact of FDI on economic growth.
Purpose
This paper aims to assess the effectiveness of Jamaica’s anti-money laundering regime.
Design/methodology/approach
The research is based on secondary sources. Existing laws and reports of relevant agencies were reviewed.
Findings
The effectiveness of Jamaica’s anti- money laundering regime is compromised by weak implementation of the regulations. The real estate sector and the legal profession remain vulnerable to money laundering. Some features of the economy allow criminals to circumvent the regulations.
Research limitations/implications
The research is based on qualitative analysis because of the absence of data to compute quantitative measures of effectiveness.
Practical implications
Strong enforcement is required for effective control of money laundering. Furthermore, investigation of money laundering needs to be pro-active and not dependent solely on suspicious transactions reports in countries where corruption is prevalent.
Social implications
Weak money laundering control can contribute to social instability by allowing criminals to gain significant economic power and influence.
Originality/value
No other study has highlighted the factors undermining the effectiveness of anti-money laundering regulations in Jamaica.
Purpose
This paper aims to explain the reasons for the introduction of unexplained wealth orders (UWOs) in Trinidad and Tobago and highlights potential obstacles to implementation.
Design/methodology/approach
The research is based on secondary sources. The Civil Asset Recovery and management and Unexplained Wealth Act (CARAMAUWA) (2019) and relevant reports were reviewed.
Findings
The CARAMAUWA provides two potentially powerful tools to confiscate the proceeds of crime. However, the UWOs have greater potential. Effective implementation will require adequate human and financial resources, as well as measures to reduce corruption.
Research limitations/implications
The CARAMAUWA became operational on 14 June 2019 so it was not possible to assess actual implementation.
Practical implications
UWO is a useful tool for controlling money laundering.
Social implications
Effective control of money laundering can reduce crime.
Originality/value
No other study has examined the reasons for the introduction of the UWO in Trinidad and Tobago and the potential challenges to implementation.
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