To ensure economic stability, uphold the rule of law, and protect society from the impact of illicit financial activities, strong and effective responses to economic crime are essential. The Council of Europe, in co-operation with the State Revenue Committee of the Republic of Armenia, which plays an important role at addressing financial crimes at the national level, held a one-day training to strengthen the financial investigation capacities of operative intelligence officers.
Officers participating explored key aspects on the fundamentals of money laundering, relevant typologies, and practical tools for identifying risk indicators. Special attention was given to conducting parallel financial investigations, including coordination between investigative bodies and the Financial Intelligence Unit, as well as the role and powers of the State Revenue Committee in investigative processes.
Human rights remained central to the training, through the presentation of European Court of Human Rights relevant case law, including the Hambardzumyan v. Armenia judgment, highlighting how investigations must respect privacy and other fundamental rights while remaining effective.
This activity demonstrates the Council of Europe’s added value in supporting national institutions to combine professional expertise with European standards. By building sustainable skills, the State Revenue Committee of the Republic of Armenia is empowered to conduct financial investigations that are both efficient and fully aligned with human rights principles.
This event is part of the European Union and the Council of Europe joint programme “Partnership for Good Governance”, co-funded by the European Union and the Council of Europe, and implemented by the Council of Europe, in the framework of the Project on “Enhancing national capacities for effective prevention and fight against economic crime in Armenia”.
