AMLC lifts asset freeze on 13 delisted as terror suspects

MANILA, Philippines — The Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) has lifted the freeze order and other financial sanctions on the assets of 13 people delisted as terrorist entities, but maintained those for 17 others.

The AMLC decision was contained in Resolution TF-102, which amended earlier resolutions TF-39 and TF-41.

The move follows the exclusion of the individuals from the Anti-Terrorism Council’s (ATC) Resolution 64, series of 2024.

The delisted individuals are Salahuddin Hassan, Radzmil Jannatul, Majan Sahidjuan, Faharudin Benito Hadji Satar, Mudsrimar Sawadjaan, Hajan Sawadjaan, Furuji Amirin Indama, Hassan Solaiman Indal, Norodin Hassan, Yusoph Hadji Nassif, Mahir Sandab, Sukarno Sapal and Kupang Sahak, all previously linked to terrorism-related activities.

The AMLC’s resolution serves to unfreeze properties and funds under their names, allowing these assets to be accessed or utilized again.

While lifting sanctions for some, the AMLC maintained the freeze order on 17 individuals still designated as terrorists under ATC Resolution 64 (2024).

They are Esmael Abdulmalik, Raden Faisal, Esmael Abubakar, Muhiddin Animbang, Almujer Yadah and Radulan Sahiron.

Other individuals still under sanctions are Sansibar Saliddin Bensio, Pasil Bayali, Abdullah Jovel Indanan, Ibni Acosta, Bensito Quirino Yadah, Suhud Gaviola Salasim, Hassan Kulaw, Emarudin Kulaw, Jaybee Mastura, Solaiman Tudon and Khadafi Abdulatif.

The freeze order restricts access to the property and funds of these individuals to prevent their use in terrorism financing.

The AMLC advised covered institutions, including financial entities and government agencies such as the Land Transportation Office, Land Registration Authority, Maritime Industry Authority and Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines, to comply with the updated directives.

The AMLC emphasized that the decision aligns with the country’s efforts to comply with global standards on combating terrorism financing, underlining the Philippines’ commitment to international peace and security frameworks.

Stakeholders, including financial institutions and regulatory bodies, are expected to take the necessary actions in line with the resolution.