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Iran Oil Tycoon Hossein Shamkhani, Son of Ali Shamkhani, Used Dominica Citizenship-by-Investment Programs to Access International Banking

Dec 30, 2024, 03:40 PM

A recent investigation by Bloomberg reveals that Hossein Shamkhani, the son of Iran’s former national security chief, utilized citizenship-by-investment programs in the Caribbean and Europe to access the international banking system. The report highlights Shamkhani's strategic relationships in the UAE and Washington, which he maintained to protect his financial interests. The investigation indicates that Shamkhani and several associates obtained passports from Dominica through these investment schemes, thereby facilitating their entry into global finance.