The Ministry of National Economy and Finance on Thursday underscored the close cooperation between Greek authorities and their counterparts in the United States, as well as with other partners, to safeguard the integrity of the international financial system.
The statement followed an announcement by the U.S. Treasury Department regarding operation Economic Outcast, which aims to combat sanctions evasion and illicit financial activities linked to Iran.
The Greek finance ministry said that Greece implements the sanctions in force and supports international efforts to combat money laundering and terrorist financing effectively.
Its announcement further clarified that it has taken note of the U.S. Treasury Department’s statement and was assessing all available information and taking the appropriate measures, in accordance with established procedures and the national, EU and international laws currently in force.
The ministry also welcomed any action aimed at protecting the integrity of the international financial system.