The role of customs in combating money laundering and terrorist financing

The article is devoted to the problems of the functionality of customs authorities in the field of combating money laundering and terrorist financing (AML/CFT), their interaction with law enforcement agencies on this field. The author substantiates the importance of interdepartmental cooperation in the field of AML/CFT, especially in matters of a criminal-legal nature. Special attention is paid to the problems of cross-border crimes and the interaction of customs with law enforcement agencies in their investigation. The article uses formal legal, functional research methods, and a systematic approach. The conclusions obtained from the results of the study can be used to improve law-making activities and the evolution of the doctrine of criminal and customs law.