Acams Exam CAMS Topic 2 Question 79 Discussion

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Question #: 79
Topic #: 2

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A compliance officer of a financial institution is reviewing a payment for sanctions compliance between two parties in Europe and Asia. The payment is in Euros and involves the provision of services to a company located in a jurisdiction subject to Office of Foreign Assets Control secondary sanctions. Which factor is most important in determining the compliance officer's response?

AAsset freezes only prohibit US companies from engaging in certain activities with counterparts from a sanctioned jurisdiction.

BA one-off commercial transaction conducted between parties in Europe and Asia is not subject to secondary sanctions.

CThe threat of US sanctions against foreign individuals and entities continues to exist despite the absence of a US nexus.

DSecondary sanctions only target specific sectors of the economy such as the banking and finance sectors.

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Suggested Answer: B

by Isaac at Jul 11, 2024, 02:55 PM

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Catrice

1 months ago

I'm going with C. Better safe than sorry when it comes to sanctions, even if the parties are in Europe and Asia.

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Glenn

1 months ago

Haha, the compliance officer better be on their A-game! This question is no joke - secondary sanctions can be a real minefield.

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Alex

5 days ago

B) A one-off commercial transaction conducted between parties in Europe and Asia is not subject to secondary sanctions.

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Sherron

12 days ago

A) Asset freezes only prohibit US companies from engaging in certain activities with counterparts from a sanctioned jurisdiction.

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Veronica

2 months ago

Option B is tempting, but I'm not sure a one-off transaction is enough to avoid secondary sanctions, especially given the jurisdiction involved.

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Wendell

6 days ago

C: I agree. We should be cautious and consider all factors before making a decision.

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Shasta

10 days ago

B: That's a good point. The jurisdiction involved could make a difference in how we approach this.

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Reena

16 days ago

A: I think we need to consider the threat of US sanctions against foreign individuals and entities, even without a US nexus.

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Chana

2 months ago

I think option C is the correct answer. Secondary sanctions can still apply even without a direct US nexus, so the compliance officer needs to be cautious.

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