Terrorist Financing

This book provides a comprehensive examination of the international efforts to combat the financing of terrorism, including the challenges of non-cash payment technologies and how to combat it in regimes where territories and populations are controlled.

Format: Hardback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 13 October 2022
Publisher: Agenda Publishing

This comprehensive and rigorous examination of the international efforts to combat the financing of terrorism is suitable for a wide range of courses in international relations, politics, and global political economy. It provides a thorough analysis of the post-9/11 efforts to counter financial support for terrorist actors, encompassing the recent challenges posed by non-cash payment technologies, as well as the strategies employed to combat the financing of terrorism in regimes where territories and populations are controlled, such as the case of Islamic State.

The book delves into the intricate web of financial transactions and networks that facilitate the flow of funds to terrorist organizations, highlighting the vulnerabilities and loopholes that exist in the global financial system. It explores the various legal and regulatory frameworks that have been put in place to combat terrorism financing, as well as the challenges and successes of these measures.

One of the key themes of the book is the role of financial institutions and the banking sector in combating terrorism financing. It examines the practices and policies of banks and other financial institutions to identify and prevent the use of their services for terrorist purposes. The book also discusses the importance of international cooperation and information sharing in combating terrorism financing, highlighting the need for robust legal frameworks and effective coordination between different countries and organizations.

Another important aspect of the book is the impact of technology on the financing of terrorism. It explores the use of digital currencies, such as Bitcoin, as a means of funding terrorist activities, as well as the challenges posed by non-cash payment technologies, such as mobile payments and e-wallets. The book also examines the role of social media and online platforms in promoting and facilitating terrorist activities, and the strategies employed by governments and organizations to counter these threats.

In addition to its examination of the global efforts to combat terrorism financing, the book also provides insights into the political and social factors that contribute to the persistence of terrorism. It explores the ideologies and motivations behind terrorist organizations, as well as the strategies employed by governments and organizations to counter these ideologies. The book also examines the role of civil society.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781788215275