Appointment of the AMLA Chair

The European Parliament has approved the appointment of Bruna Szego as the Chair of the Authority for Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AMLA). This decision follows a review process involving parliamentary committees and a hearing with the candidate.

This appointment affects the newly established Authority for Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism, which is responsible for combating financial crime across the EU. The Chair will lead this significant new body.

The selection process for the Chair was based on merit, skills, knowledge, integrity, and experience in anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism, as outlined in the relevant EU regulation. Parliament also considered gender balance in leadership positions.

The decision to approve Bruna Szego's appointment was made on December 18, 2024. Parliament will now communicate this decision to the Council, the Commission, AMLA itself, and the Member States' governments.