CPF Technical Assistance Programme

Proliferators exploit diverse methods to finance their weapons of mass destruction (WMD) programmes, including illicit activities through front companies, the exploitation of IT workers for illegal labour, and the misuse of emerging technologies like cryptocurrencies. Tackling this global challenge requires a multifaceted approach.

The primary goal of the CPF Technical Assistance Programme is to empower stakeholders worldwide with advanced research and practical solutions. Recognising that effective countermeasures hinge on strong collaboration between governments and the private sector, we focus on building partnerships, sharing expertise, and developing innovative strategies to tackle the dynamic challenges of proliferation financing across three key areas.

We bring together public and private sector stakeholders, providing them with the knowledge and skills through roundtable discussions, interactive workshops, and training to effectively identify and mitigate proliferation financing risks.

We offer clear direction to help stakeholders conduct comprehensive national and sectoral risk assessments. This includes defining key concepts, typologies, and activities, as well as covering the fundamentals of risk assessments, how to leverage past exercises, who should be involved, and which sectors should be included.

This database offers open access to high-quality, structured data from the United Nations North Korea Panel of Experts Reports, covering the period from 2009 to 2024 and including 7000 entries, to provide detailed insights into North Korea's proliferation financing networks.

In the years since the launch of the CPF Technical Assistance Programme we have successfully conducted in-country and virtual trainings in over 80 countries and territories worldwide.

Our Guide to Conducting a National Proliferation Financing Risk Assessment is a key resource recommended for jurisdictions undertaking proliferation financing risk assessments.

The RUSI Implementation Guide and Model Law has been endorsed by the Asia-Pacific Group on Money Laundering (APG), a regional body representing 41 member states. Our ongoing collaboration with the APG and other FSRBs reflects our commitment to fostering regional and international cooperation.

We have supported governments, industry associations, and private sector organisations globally, strengthening their capacity to counter proliferation financing. Our research and insights are regularly featured at international conferences and summits, promoting knowledge-sharing and best practices. Through innovation, expertise, and collaboration, our CPF Technical Assistance Programme continues to lead the way in addressing the evolving challenges of proliferation financing.