Vincent Gaudel - Navigating Compliance Strategies for Financial Services

In an insightful interview with Tony Van Niekerk from Cover Magazine, Vincent Gaudel of LexisNexis Risk Solutions discusses the increasing significance of sanctions in the global landscape. Gaudel highlights the continued impact of sanctions following the Ukraine war, with key findings from their 2023 report showing ongoing extensive use and frequent updates to sanctions lists. He also addresses the challenges international businesses face in complying with far-reaching U.S. sanctions and provides a detailed perspective on South Africa's grey listing and its implications for financial services firms. Gaudel emphasises the importance of robust compliance processes and risk assessments in navigating this complex environment.