A recent report highlights the significant role of finance and legal professionals in enabling money laundering throughout the Western Balkans. The study identifies lawyers, notaries, accountants, and auditors as key facilitators, exploiting weak regulatory oversight in their sectors. This lack of scrutiny allows for illicit funds to be moved through the region, often linked to real estate fraud and intricate financial schemes. The report indicates these professionals are not actively participating in criminal activity themselves, but their lack of due diligence creates opportunities for criminals to exploit the system. This systemic vulnerability hinders efforts to combat financial crime and undermines regional stability. Strengthening regulations and increasing oversight of these professions are crucial steps to curb money laundering in the Western Balkans, according to the report’s findings.