Money laundering and its effect on social and political economy in Iran

Abstract

Today, using the most appropriate financial combination for preventing manipulation of influence and pressure on the structure of the country is one of the most important concerns of every country’s cultural-financial policy so that social, political, and financial segments are greatly impressed in all aspects. In this regard, there are many destructive factors which destroy the balance. Money laundering, according to global statistics and facts, could be one of the most destructive one. Money laundering is done through many different ways which leads to the corruption of authorities and financial instability and banking volatility and also reduction of productivity and government’s control over economic policies. Step-by-step control and assessment of financial institutions and enterprises and all organizations which somehow affect the flow of money laundering is really difficult and to achieve predetermined goals, highly secure solutions and also development of appropriate culture in society for preventing the flow of money laundering are necessary.