Malaysia will hold an international conference on financial crime and terrorism financing in April this year to ensure the financial system is not abused by criminals, local media reported on Wednesday.

The conference themed "Strengthening Vigilance During Turbulent Times" is co-organized by several local institutions, including the anti-money laundering unit of the Royal Malaysian Police, with the support of the financial intelligence unit of Malaysia's central bank.

More than 300 participants are expected to attend the two-day conference which is aimed at bringing together international experts to discuss the issue of financial crime and terrorism financing to meet the needs of financial institutions like banks and insurance companies.

(Xinhua News Agency February 11, 2009)