Digital assets and blockchain technology
Hon. Brian Quintenz thanks the organizers and notes that digital assets have been discussed both as tools used in illicit finance and as tools that help law enforcement trace and…
Presentations
Global economy facing a major imbalance
Hon. David Malpass emphasized that the global economy faces a major imbalance, with capital increasingly concentrated in wealthy countries while developing nations remain underfunded. He noted that the United States…
Trump administration’s new National Security Strategy
Mr. John Sitilides explained that the Trump administration’s new National Security Strategy presents a clear and direct vision to reshape global relations after decades of post–Cold War thinking. He described…
The development of economic corridors as a key tool for strengthening trade
Honorable Carla Sands opened by thanking the organizers and highlighting the importance of the Parliamentary Intelligence Security Forum. She emphasized that even countries not specifically mentioned in the U.S. National…
China assisting Myanmar’s military in developing digital payment systems
Mr. Dan Swift discussed how China is assisting Myanmar’s military in developing digital payment systems, including a central bank digital currency (CBDC), which could enable illicit finance flows at a…
Digital kingpins and cryptocurrency
Ms. Lilita Infante discussed the concept of the “digital kingpin,” criminals who exploit technology, particularly cryptocurrency, to scale their operations globally, likening them to modern-day Pablo Escobars. Drawing on over…
Importance of free markets, responsible trading, and the proper use of financial tools
Mr. John Walsh began by acknowledging the longevity and importance of the forum, emphasizing that sustained relationships and collaboration across nations are key to its success. Drawing on his Wall…
Illicit finance and safeguarding financial integrity
Honorable Michael McCaul opened by thanking Congressman Pittinger and the organizers for convening international parliamentarians, highlighting the forum as an important venue to discuss emerging global risks and shared challenges….