FATF status

Tuvalu is not on the FATF List of Countries that have been identified as having strategic AML deficiencies

Compliance with FATF Recommendations

Tuvalu has not yet undertaken a Mutual Evaluation relating to the implementation of anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing standards.

Tuvalu has a small and fragile economy that primarily depends on fishing, international aid, and remittances from citizens working abroad. The country generates income through fishing permit licensing, grants, and the commercialization of its '.tv' internet domain, while agriculture is limited to subsistence farming due to poor soil quality.

The investment climate in Tuvalu is shaped by its limited resources and geographical isolation, which pose challenges for foreign investments. However, the government is actively working to enhance infrastructure and attract investments, particularly in sustainable development and climate resilience projects. Additionally, Tuvalu's participation in international agreements aims to improve its investment environment by addressing climate change and security issues.