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This Week in IMI - Sept 26: Alleged Greek Golden Visa Scam, Russian SVV Reveals 47 Eligible Nations, ++ · IMI Podcasts

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  SPEAKER_00: You're listening to IMI this week.
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  SPEAKER_00: The Greek Anti-Money Laundering Authority is investigating a widespread pyramid scheme targeting Chinese investors in the country's Golden Visa program, where property sellers allegedly pocket 150,000 euros per deal.
• 0:18
  SPEAKER_00: The scheme operates through a network of companies and intermediaries, deceiving buyers with overpriced properties, tax manipulation, and false contracts, leading to significant financial losses and even reported suicides among victims.
• 0:32
  SPEAKER_00: Is it legal to hold multiple passports with different names across various countries like Jason Bourne?
• 0:38
  SPEAKER_00: The answer is yes.
• 0:39
  SPEAKER_00: But is it practical?
• 0:40
  SPEAKER_00: IMI Pro James Nuveen notes that while it is legal to change one's name and obtain passports in different jurisdictions, he examines the significant challenges in maintaining those multiple identities, including travel complications, AML KYC issues, inheritance problems, and the need for meticulous planning and consistency.
• 1:02
  SPEAKER_00: Hong Kong's relaunched capital investment entrance scheme has received 500 applications in its first six months, with 47 applicants already meeting the stringent investment requirements of 30 million Hong Kong dollars each.
• 1:18
  SPEAKER_00: With a potential economic impact of$15 billion, the program offers a range of eligible nationalities and investment options.
• 1:27
  SPEAKER_00: Despite seemingly slow processing, IMI Pro Siren Chen and Stephen D.
• 1:32
  SPEAKER_00: Barnes see significant growth potential for the program, potentially reinforcing Hong Kong's position as a global financial and talent hub.
• 1:41
  SPEAKER_00: Russia has launched the Shared Values Visa, SVV, which offers a PathSands language and history test requirements to residency for citizens and permanent residents of 47 approved countries in North America, Western Europe, parts of Asia, and Oceania.
• 1:59
  SPEAKER_00: Ilya Belobragin notes the program is part of Russia's strategy to address future workforce needs, expand its trade infrastructure to the East and South, and attract people seeking a better life in Russia rather than a political statement against the West.
• 2:16
  SPEAKER_00: The St.
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  SPEAKER_00: Kitts and Nevis government has launched a comprehensive investigation into alleged irregularities in its citizenship by investment program, focusing on activities under the previous administration.
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  SPEAKER_00: The probe, led by the Director of Public Prosecution's Office, will appoint a special prosecutor from a foreign jurisdiction to ensure objectivity and fairness.
• 2:39
  SPEAKER_00: As part of ongoing efforts to enhance program transparency, accountability, and integrity, Prime Minister Dr.
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  SPEAKER_00: Terrence Drew has fully supported the investigation.
• 2:51
  SPEAKER_00: Thanks for joining us today on IMI Podcasts.
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