The Centre for Financial Integrity contributed to the organisation of a three-day visit to the United Kingdom for a delegation of Ukrainian legislators, public officials, and financial sector leaders, held within the framework of the UCIF project. The delegation included Members of Parliament, representatives of the Ministry of Finance of Ukraine, the National Bank of Ukraine, anti-corruption and law enforcement agencies, professional associations, and heads of compliance units from leading banks.

On the first day, participants explored the UK model of public–private partnership (PPP), as well as practices for countering sanctions evasion, money muling, and the use of cryptocurrencies to conceal illicit funds. The delegation also examined the experience of HM Revenue & Customs and the interaction between HSBC and the Joint Money Laundering Intelligence Taskforce (JMLIT). Particular attention was given to the role of UK Finance in coordinating cooperation between the financial sector and public authorities.

The second day focused on international experience, particularly that of Australia, in establishing its own PPP model through AUSTRAC. The delegation also learned about the work of the National Economic Crime Centre and the UK Financial Intelligence Unit, including their approaches to PPP implementation and information sharing. The day concluded with a presentation by Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) on countering Russia’s shadow fleet and monitoring related financial flows.

On the third day, participants visited the UK Parliament, the office of Chainalysis, and held discussions with the Financial Conduct Authority. Following the study programme, a workshop was held during which the delegation analysed the knowledge gained and identified key practices for adaptation within Ukraine’s PPP model.

The visit also included broader engagement activities: participants attended an event with Theresa May, Baroness May of Maidenhead, and spoke with Ukrainian and British youth as part of the FLIFF initiative, responding to their questions.

We extend our sincere gratitude to all members of the delegation for their active participation in the study visit, as well as to our partners for organising the programme.

The initiative was organised by the Center for Financial Integrity and Centre for Finance and Security (CFS) at RUSI as part of the Ukraine Capacity Development Programme on Countering Illicit Finance, implemented by DAI Global with support from Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.