The Malta Institute of Accountants upcoming events

M26045 - Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) for PEPs (Online) (5 May 2026)

Tue, 05 May 2026 07:30:00 GMT

Registration Time: 09:15
Sessions Time: 09:30- 11:30 including a 15-minute break
Speaker: Dr Elizabeth Sammut Borg
Venue: Online Webinar

Participation Fees
MIA Members: €28.00

Non-MIA Members: €50.00

Retired Members: €15.00

Students: €20.00

*Group bookings for 3 or more participants available.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

While PEP status itself isn't indicative of criminal behaviour, the heightened risk prompts subject persons to adopt stringent AML/CFT precautions. This webinar seeks to provide a pragmatic approach as to ‘when' and 'how' to conduct appropriate levels of due diligence, while shedding light on the intricacies that make this process less than straightforward.

SPECIFIC TOPICS TO BE COVERED DURING THE SESSION

· Understanding the regulatory framework in relation to PEP
· Understanding the definition of a Politically Exposed Persons
· Defining family members of PEPs
· Defining close associates of PEPs
· Understanding the methods to adopt to define PEPs
· Adopting a risk based approach when carrying out due diligence on PEPs - Enhanced due diligence measures for the above
· Ongoing monitoring of business relationships involving PEP

Why is the session of relevance to our members?

When dealing with Politically Exposed Persons, or 'PEPs', subject persons are obliged to have in place procedures to be able to identify who qualifies as a PEP and how to treat such individuals. Such procedures may at times be tricky to implement, particularly when a risk-based approach is adopted. This seminar shall equip participants with the knowledge and skills of how a subject person shall perform various enhanced due diligence measures in line with the risks involved within a business relationship. Moreover, the webinar shall delve also into the latest developments in relation to regulation related to PEPs

Target Audience

Subject Persons
Compliance officers
Client facing employees
MLROs
Directors of subject persons
Compliance executives
Students wishing to pursue a career in compliance

Speaker's Profile

Dr. Elizabeth Sammut Borg, a seasoned lawyer and compliance specialist, currently holds the
position of Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) and Compliance Officer for
Investment Firms, CSP and Retirement Pension Scheme companies. Previously, Elizabeth
headed the the compliance and legal division as Director of Legal and Compliance at Dixcart
Management Malta Limited, serving also as MLRO and Compliance Officer on companies
licenced to offer CSP and trustee services.
As a dedicated compliance specialist, Elizabeth focuses on navigating the intricate landscape
of anti-money laundering and counter-financing of terrorism regulations as well as specialising
in regulatory compliance for CSPs and trustees. Her extensive experience extends to serving
as MLRO for CSPs, Trustees, and Fiduciaries, as well as retirement pension schemes
companies. Beyond her role, Elizabeth provides AML training and guidance contributing to
the development and enhancement of compliance standards within the industry.
Dr Borg graduated as a lawyer in 2010, subsequently reading Master’s Degree in International
Criminal Law, with the United Nations Interregional Crime Institute in Turin. Before joining
Dixcart, Elizabeth served as an employment law prosecutor and also worked at the Court of
the European Union in Luxembourg, as a legal jurist in the research and documentation
department

EVeNT CPE COMPETENCies

2 Core

WEBINARS TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Terms and conditions apply

DISCLAIMER

By Registering and/or Booking for this event, you agree that MIA will collect your information which will be using it in accordance with its Privacy Notice available at the following link.

Please note that all webinars are recorded by the MIA. Such recordings will be retained by the MIA for internal use.

M26065 -Re-balancing the AML scales: AMLR, AMLA, and the EU direction on AML (Online) (23 Jul 2026)

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 07:15:00 GMT

Registration Time: 09:00
Sessions Time: 09:15 - 12:30 including a 15-minute break
Speaker: Dr Gianluca Busuttil
Venue: Online Webinar

Participation Fees
MIA Members: €40.00
Non-MIA Members: €75.00
Retired Members: €20.00
Students: €30.00

*Group bookings for 3 or more participants available.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

This session will focus on the incoming wave of AML/CFT regulation, and will specifically focus on the manner in which this is likely to impact the Maltese framework. Focus will be dedicated to the likely impact which these developments will have on Malta’s competitiveness as a jurisdiction, and the possibility of a re-balancing of the scales that will lead to an equal regulatory burden across all Member States.

SPECIFIC TOPICS TO BE COVERED DURING THE SESSION

• Outlining the strengths and weaknesses of Malta’s AML framework today
• An introduction to the AMLR and the AMLA (Anti-Money Laundering Authority)
• An introduction to the Single AML Rulebook
• Changes to compliance obligations
• The AMLA supervision model

Why is the session of relevance to our members?

This session offers a forward-looking analysis of how upcoming EU-level developments are set to reshape the AML landscape. Attendees will gain insight into how harmonisation initiatives introduced by the European Union, including AMLR and AML, may impact Malta’s competitiveness and business environment. Whether you are a member or non-member, this session will equip you with the knowledge needed to better align compliance obligations with strategic business objectives in a rapidly evolving regulatory framework.

Target Audience

This session is intended for compliance officers, MLROs, legal and regulatory professionals, CFOs, auditors, and other professionals working within or alongside anti-money laundering frameworks. It will also be valuable for business leaders and decision-makers seeking to understand the regulatory direction of AML within the European Union, and to prepare themselves for incoming regulatory change.

Speaker's Profile

Gianluca Busuttil is a senior associate within the Deloitte Legal, specialising in regulatory compliance and developing areas of regulation in fields including artificial intelligence and digital services. Gianluca has followed the development of artificial intelligence regulation since the commencement of their discussion at an EU level and has experience in the practical perspective of AI regulation.

EVeNT CPE COMPETENCies

3 Core

WEBINARS TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Terms and conditions apply

DISCLAIMER

By Registering and/or Booking for this event, you agree that MIA will collect your information which will be using it in accordance with its Privacy Notice available at the following link.

Please note that all webinars are recorded by the MIA. Such recordings will be retained by the MIA for internal use.

M26048 - Dissecting Red Flags and Ongoing Monitoring in Directorship Services (Online) (9 Oct 2026)

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 07:15:00 GMT

Registration Time: 09:00
Sessions Time: 09:15 - 12:30 including a 15-minute break
Speaker: Dr Elizabeth Sammut Borg
Venue: Online Webinar

Participation Fees
MIA Members: €28.00

Non-MIA Members: €50.00

Retired Members: €15.00

Students: €20.00

*Group bookings for 3 or more participants available.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Directorship services remain a key focus area for regulatory scrutiny in Malta. Drawing on recent supervisory findings and enforcement insights published by the FIAU, this session will provide a practical deep dive into red flags, transaction monitoring failures, governance weaknesses, and trigger events that require reassessment. Whether you provide directorship services directly or oversee compliance within your organisation, this session will equip you with the tools to strengthen monitoring frameworks, mitigate regulatory exposure, and align your practices with current supervisory expectations. Attendance is highly recommended for both members and non-members seeking to enhance their AML/CFT compliance and governance standards.

SPECIFIC TOPICS TO BE COVERED DURING THE SESSION

The risk landscape for directorship services in Malta, including NRA findings
Regulatory expectations under the PMLFTR and Implementing Procedures (Part II – CSPs)
Key red flags and governance weaknesses that increase AML/CFT exposure
Scrutiny of large, complex and unusual transactions
Trigger events requiring reassessment of the business relationship
Building a defensible risk-based ongoing monitoring framework
Escalation protocols and STR decision-making considerations
Practical case studies based on supervisory insights

The session will combine regulatory analysis with real-world scenarios to ensure practical takeaways.

Why is the session of relevance to our members?

Directorship services remain a key area of supervisory focus in Malta, with recent publications and enforcement insights from the Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit highlighting recurring weaknesses in transaction monitoring, trigger event reassessments and governance oversight. This session offers a practical, regulator-informed deep dive into the red flags and ongoing monitoring obligations attached to directorship roles, equipping attendees with actionable tools to strengthen their compliance frameworks and reduce exposure. Whether you are a member seeking to stay ahead of supervisory expectations or a non-member looking to benchmark and enhance your internal controls, this CPE session provides timely, relevant and implementable guidance.

Target Audience

This session is designed for Company Service Providers (CSPs), directors and nominee directors, company secretaries, MLROs and Compliance Officers, risk and governance professionals, warranted professionals providing directorship services, and senior management within corporate services firms.

Speaker's Profile

Dr. Elizabeth Sammut Borg, a seasoned lawyer and compliance specialist, currently holds the
position of Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) and Compliance Officer for
Investment Firms, CSP and Retirement Pension Scheme companies. Previously, Elizabeth
headed the the compliance and legal division as Director of Legal and Compliance at Dixcart
Management Malta Limited, serving also as MLRO and Compliance Officer on companies
licenced to offer CSP and trustee services.
As a dedicated compliance specialist, Elizabeth focuses on navigating the intricate landscape
of anti-money laundering and counter-financing of terrorism regulations as well as specialising
in regulatory compliance for CSPs and trustees. Her extensive experience extends to serving
as MLRO for CSPs, Trustees, and Fiduciaries, as well as retirement pension schemes
companies. Beyond her role, Elizabeth provides AML training and guidance contributing to
the development and enhancement of compliance standards within the industry.
Dr Borg graduated as a lawyer in 2010, subsequently reading Master’s Degree in International
Criminal Law, with the United Nations Interregional Crime Institute in Turin. Before joining
Dixcart, Elizabeth served as an employment law prosecutor and also worked at the Court of
the European Union in Luxembourg, as a legal jurist in the research and documentation
department

EVeNT CPE COMPETENCies

2 Core

WEBINARS TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Terms and conditions apply

DISCLAIMER

By Registering and/or Booking for this event, you agree that MIA will collect your information which will be using it in accordance with its Privacy Notice available at the following link.

Please note that all webinars are recorded by the MIA. Such recordings will be retained by the MIA for internal use.

The Malta Institute of Accountants upcoming events

M26045 - Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) for PEPs (Online) (5 May 2026)

Registration Time: 09:15 Sessions Time: 09:30- 11:30 including a 15-minute break Speaker: Dr Elizabeth Sammut Borg Venue: Online Webinar

Participation Fees MIA Members: €28.00

Non-MIA Members: €50.00

Retired Members: €15.00

Students: €20.00

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

SPECIFIC TOPICS TO BE COVERED DURING THE SESSION

Why is the session of relevance to our members?

Target Audience

Speaker's Profile

EVeNT CPE COMPETENCies

2 Core

WEBINARS TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Terms and conditions apply

DISCLAIMER

By Registering and/or Booking for this event, you agree that MIA will collect your information which will be using it in accordance with its Privacy Notice available at the following link.

Please note that all webinars are recorded by the MIA. Such recordings will be retained by the MIA for internal use.

M26065 -Re-balancing the AML scales: AMLR, AMLA, and the EU direction on AML (Online) (23 Jul 2026)

Registration Time: 09:00 Sessions Time: 09:15 - 12:30 including a 15-minute break Speaker: Dr Gianluca Busuttil Venue: Online Webinar

Participation Fees MIA Members: €40.00Non-MIA Members: €75.00Retired Members: €20.00Students: €30.00

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

SPECIFIC TOPICS TO BE COVERED DURING THE SESSION

• Outlining the strengths and weaknesses of Malta’s AML framework today • An introduction to the AMLR and the AMLA (Anti-Money Laundering Authority) • An introduction to the Single AML Rulebook • Changes to compliance obligations • The AMLA supervision model

Why is the session of relevance to our members?

Target Audience

Speaker's Profile

EVeNT CPE COMPETENCies

3 Core

WEBINARS TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Terms and conditions apply

DISCLAIMER

By Registering and/or Booking for this event, you agree that MIA will collect your information which will be using it in accordance with its Privacy Notice available at the following link.

Please note that all webinars are recorded by the MIA. Such recordings will be retained by the MIA for internal use.

M26048 - Dissecting Red Flags and Ongoing Monitoring in Directorship Services (Online) (9 Oct 2026)

Registration Time: 09:00 Sessions Time: 09:15 - 12:30 including a 15-minute break Speaker: Dr Elizabeth Sammut Borg Venue: Online Webinar

Participation Fees MIA Members: €28.00

Non-MIA Members: €50.00

Retired Members: €15.00

Students: €20.00

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

SPECIFIC TOPICS TO BE COVERED DURING THE SESSION

The risk landscape for directorship services in Malta, including NRA findings

Regulatory expectations under the PMLFTR and Implementing Procedures (Part II – CSPs)

Key red flags and governance weaknesses that increase AML/CFT exposure

Scrutiny of large, complex and unusual transactions

Trigger events requiring reassessment of the business relationship

Building a defensible risk-based ongoing monitoring framework

Escalation protocols and STR decision-making considerations

Practical case studies based on supervisory insights

The session will combine regulatory analysis with real-world scenarios to ensure practical takeaways.

Why is the session of relevance to our members?

Target Audience

This session is designed for Company Service Providers (CSPs), directors and nominee directors, company secretaries, MLROs and Compliance Officers, risk and governance professionals, warranted professionals providing directorship services, and senior management within corporate services firms.

Speaker's Profile

EVeNT CPE COMPETENCies

2 Core

WEBINARS TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Terms and conditions apply

DISCLAIMER

By Registering and/or Booking for this event, you agree that MIA will collect your information which will be using it in accordance with its Privacy Notice available at the following link.

Please note that all webinars are recorded by the MIA. Such recordings will be retained by the MIA for internal use.

Registration Time: 09:15
Sessions Time: 09:30- 11:30 including a 15-minute break
Speaker: Dr Elizabeth Sammut Borg
Venue: Online Webinar

Participation Fees
MIA Members: €28.00

Registration Time: 09:00
Sessions Time: 09:15 - 12:30 including a 15-minute break
Speaker: Dr Gianluca Busuttil
Venue: Online Webinar

Participation Fees
MIA Members: €40.00
Non-MIA Members: €75.00
Retired Members: €20.00
Students: €30.00

• Outlining the strengths and weaknesses of Malta’s AML framework today
• An introduction to the AMLR and the AMLA (Anti-Money Laundering Authority)
• An introduction to the Single AML Rulebook
• Changes to compliance obligations
• The AMLA supervision model

Registration Time: 09:00
Sessions Time: 09:15 - 12:30 including a 15-minute break
Speaker: Dr Elizabeth Sammut Borg
Venue: Online Webinar

Participation Fees
MIA Members: €28.00