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EU to maintain certain targeted terrorism sanctions with amended reasons
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Further details of EU’s 17th Russia sanctions
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UK fines shipping company for breaching Russia sanctions
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EU Court rejects Syria delisting application – Anwar Akkad v Council
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22 hours ago
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Bundesbank updates sanctions FAQs
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22 hours ago
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EU Commission roadmap to phase out Russian energy including addressing sanctions circumvention
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1 day ago
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EU prepares 17th package Russia sanctions
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UK amends Syria trade sanctions notice following amendments to regs
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Netherlands adds annex guideline to Sanctions Act for crypto service providers
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US adds 2 Haitian gangs to terrorist lists
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UK solicitors regulatory authority updates sanctions guidance
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2 days ago
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US prepares new Russia sanctions
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2 days ago
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US seeking ‘inclusion requests’ on tariffs on steel and aluminium derivatives
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2 days ago
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US announces planned tariffs on non-US films
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US sanctions Burma/Myanmar militia
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2 days ago
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Canada Moves to Take Ownership of Stranded Russian Cargo Plane, Hand It to Kyiv
Canada is moving forward with a legal bid to gain full possession of a Russian Antonov An-124 cargo plane and potentially hand it over to Ukraine, the country’s... more
2 days ago
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UN Secretary-General reports on Libya sanctions
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5 days ago
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US-sanctioned tanker unloads Iranian oil at Chinese port
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EU preparing alternative if sanctions against Russia lifted
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UK issues notice to exporters of legislation changes
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US threatens secondary sanctions for any purchase of Iranian oil
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Dutch prosecutors seek to increase sentence in sanctions violations case
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Ukraine sanctions multiple people and entities
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5 days ago
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US counter-terrorism/narcotics sanctions and alert on cartel oil smuggling
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5 days ago
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ECJ judgment on request for preliminary ruling from German court- banknotes for medical treatment not covered by personal use exemption to Russia sanctions
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7 days ago
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EU Court rejects delisting application by SBK (Sberbank subsidiary) & challenge to ‘association’ listing criterion
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UK Minister updates Parliament on Syria sanctions
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US declines to prosecute company that self-reported export violations
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China lifts sanctions on MEPs
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7 days ago
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US designates 7 entities and 1 vessel under Iran sanctions
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Guidance: MIN 674 (M) Guidance for shipowners regarding seafarers affected by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
Amendment 2 clarifies the provisions within the notice for shipowners and adds a section on qualifications for seafarers holding Russian certificates of competency.... more
7 days ago
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Ukraine, U.S. Sign Minerals Deal, Tying Trump to Kyiv
Trump had originally sought $500 billion in mineral wealth — around four times what the United States has contributed to Ukraine since the war. U.S. presence against 'bad... more
7 days ago
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US modifies tariffs for cars assembled in the US
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UK amends export control legislation
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US removes cumulative effect of certain tariffs
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8 days ago
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UK notice on new Russia trade sanctions
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U.S. Attorneys for Southwestern Border Districts Charge More than 990 "Illegal Aliens"
Since the inauguration of President Trump, the Department of Justice is playing a critical role in Operation Take back America, a nationwide initiative to repel the invasion of... more
8 days ago
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EU to maintain targeted Syria sanctions with amended statement of reasons
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US sanctions missile propellant procurement network
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UK removal of Syria export restrictions & general licence
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9 days ago
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UK re-issues Russia /Belarus legal services general licence & 2 other GLs published
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9 days ago
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US sanctions vessels delivering oil to Ansarallah
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9 days ago
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UK warns British lawyers of possible US ICC sanctions
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10 days ago
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EU amends Libya sanctions regime
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EU renews Moldova sanctions regime and amends listings
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Netherlands charges shipbuilder with sanctions offence
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European Anit-Fraud Office and Lithuanian customs raid company suspected of sanctions violations
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10 days ago
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US Court dismisses claim relating to sanctioned Sberbank shares
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12 days ago
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Recent Estonia sanctions enforcement
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12 days ago
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Russian arbitzvah court sanctions judgments
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12 days ago
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UK extends Russia sanctions licence relating to GTLK
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12 days ago
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Latvia publishes statistics on sanctions enforcement
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13 days ago
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UK revises statement of reasons for multiple Syria listings
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13 days ago
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UK House of Commons responds to Russia sanctions and reaffirms sanctions commitment
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13 days ago
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EU renews Burma/Myanmar sanctions
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13 days ago
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UK publishes new Russia sanctions guidance following new legislation
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13 days ago
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Homes for Ukraine visa sponsorship scheme: privacy notice
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13 days ago
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Serbian Oil Industry requests new US sanctions waiver
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13 days ago
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Former US army intelligence analyst sentenced for US export control violations
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13 days ago
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US investigates tariffs on imports that impair US national security & requests comments
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13 days ago
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UK amends Syria sanctions regulations and delists 12 entities
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13 days ago
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UK amends Russia sanctions regulations to expand trade sanctions, & GL / guidance on synthetic diamonds
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13 days ago
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UK adds UK continental shelf destination to dual-use export licence
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13 days ago
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Rubio calls US NATO allies ‘a bunch of junior partners’
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13 days ago
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Russia sanctions UK Members of Parliament
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14 days ago
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Switzerland sanctions 8 Russian media entities and amends Iran listings
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US House Select Committee report on DeepSeek & export controls
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14 days ago
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Switzerland amends dual-use goods list to align with trading partners
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14 days ago
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Australia introduces new application form for sanctions licence applications
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15 days ago
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UK issues new Russia sanctions FAQs to reflect bank mergers
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15 days ago
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US Iran-related sanctions
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15 days ago
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EU maintaining targeted Syria sanctions with amended reasons
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16 days ago
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Netherlands seizes timber stock for sanctions violations
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16 days ago
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France expands national export control list
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China sanctions US officials
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16 days ago
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Ukraine sanctions 59 people and 60 entities
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16 days ago
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Netherlands revokes military goods export licence and restricts exports to Israel
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16 days ago
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US sanctions bank for supporting Houthis
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20 days ago
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Estonian Navy seizes suspected shadow fleet vessel
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21 days ago
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US President orders review of weapons export controls
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21 days ago
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UK revises open general export licence for oil and gas exploration
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21 days ago
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EU Commission Recommendation on coordination of national export control lists
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21 days ago
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US sanctions importers of Iranian oil & issues shipping advisory
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21 days ago
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EU Notice for individuals subject to Iran sanctions
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21 days ago
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Estonia convicts individual for breaching Russia sanctions
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21 days ago
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US removes Magnitsky designation and designates Mexican cartel-linked individuals
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21 days ago
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UK and France Joint Statement on Haiti Sanctions
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21 days ago
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EU welcomes alignment with EU Belarus Sanctions
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21 days ago
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Gaza has become a mass grave for Palestinians and those helping them
MSF considers that only international and independent investigations can bring to light the circumstances of, and the responsibilities for, these attacks on aid workers. Although the situation has... more
22 days ago
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EU amends common position on military export controls
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22 days ago
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Advocate General’s opinion on ‘supporting materially and financially’ in the Russia sanctions regime
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22 days ago
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Ukraine sanctions former Prime Minister and 3 others
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23 days ago
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UK amends corruption listing & adds Iran listing
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23 days ago
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EU Sanctions Helpdesk announces introductory webinar on 29 April
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23 days ago
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EU notice for the attention of persons subject to Russian sanctions
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23 days ago
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US government nominates new sanctions lead
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UK seeks commercial submissions in response to US tariffs
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23 days ago
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US exempts smartphones and computers from tariffs
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23 days ago
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China orders its airlines to stop accepting Boeing jets, report says
The Chinese government has told the country's domestic airlines to stop accepting deliveries of Boeing jets as a trade war between the world's two largest economies escalates, Bloomberg... more
23 days ago
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US detains Palestinian activist Mohsen Mahdawi at citizenship interview
Mahdawi’s lawyer says Columbia University student detained as ‘retaliation’ for pro-Palestinian stance. United States immigration agents have arrested a Palestinian man who led demonstrations at Columbia University against... more
23 days ago
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Trump freezes over $2bn in Harvard funding over ‘non-compliance’
The move comes after the university rejected the US administration’s request for policy changes The administration of US President Donald Trump has announced it is freezing more than... more
23 days ago
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Why bonds, not stocks, could predict the next economic crisis in the US
United States President Donald Trump’s tariffs have roiled financial markets globally. But while Trump’s trade salvoes have sent stock markets on a rollercoaster ride, it is the turmoil... more
23 days ago
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Advocate General’s Opinion – ‘association’ with EU sanctioned individuals
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23 days ago
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EU sanctions 7 individuals and 2 entities under Iran sanctions regime
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23 days ago
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UK court rejects application for disclosure in sanctions case
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23 days ago
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US ICC sanctions challenged in court
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24 days ago
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Did Trump really ‘exempt’ Chinese phones, chips from tariffs?
United States President Donald Trump has threatened new tariffs on Chinese electronic goods, three days after his administration announced exemptions on smartphones, laptops, flash drives and a host... more
24 days ago
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China halts exports of critical materials amid trade war with US – NYT
China has halted exports of several critical rare earth metals and magnets amid a deepening trade war with the US, the New York Times has reported. The move... more
24 days ago
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EU Courts report on sanctions cases in 2024
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26 days ago
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France update on licences for intragroup services and software to Russia
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26 days ago
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Switzerland designates 32 on Belarus sanctions list
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26 days ago
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UK OFSI property sector sanctions threat assessment report – NB new letting agents reporting obligation
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27 days ago
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US FinCEN request for comments on Iran reporting obligations by 27 May 2025
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27 days ago
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Hamas applies to Home Secretary to challenge UK terrorism proscription
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27 days ago
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China puts 125% tariffs on US imports
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27 days ago
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US threatens Mexico with sanctions and tariffs over 1944 Water Treaty
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27 days ago
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US makes Iran oil transport designations
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UK human rights sanctions designations
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27 days ago
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Japan adds to Sudan sanctions list
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27 days ago
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South Korea autonomous DPRK sanctions
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27 days ago
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US bipartisan bill targeting Russian shadow fleet
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28 days ago
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US revokes Trinidad & Tobago licence for cross-border gas project with Venezuela
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28 days ago
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Norway reporting deadline for exports – 15 April 2025
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28 days ago
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China adds US entities to export control & unreliable entity lists
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28 days ago
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UK compound settlements for breaches of export controls
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28 days ago
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US pauses reciprocal tariffs but raises those on China to 125%
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28 days ago
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US narcotics sanctions designation
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US sanctions relating to Iran nuclear programme
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28 days ago
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First criminal convictions UK sanctions regime
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28 days ago
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Gibraltar Supreme Court judgment: payment to liquidator does not breach EU or UK sanctions
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28 days ago
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Japan amends export controls legislation
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28 days ago
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Luxembourg statement on Allianz fine and compliance failings
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28 days ago
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Netherlands withdraws general licence and amends two others
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Taiwan semiconductor manufacturer faces possible US export control penalty
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28 days ago
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UK amends thousands of designations and produces new guidance on director disqualification sanctions
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28 days ago
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UK sanctions regimes – responses to written questions
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28 days ago
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EU puts broadcasting restrictions on 8 Russian entities
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Australian Sanctions Office publishes updated compliance document
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New US & Chinese tariffs
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29 days ago
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Singapore advisory on export controls on semiconductors
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29 days ago
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Switzerland delisting and amendments to Swiss Belarus sanctions list
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29 days ago
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US publishes Arabic translations of counter-terrorism GLs
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1 month ago
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US replaces general licence for Russian Central Bank / Finance Ministry / National Wealth Fund
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Japan renews DPRK sanctions
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Bringing personal items to the UK if you’re coming from Ukraine
Check what you must do when you enter the UK if you’re coming from Ukraine with personal belongings and you have been issued a visa on the Ukraine... more
1 month ago
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3rd countries align with EU decision to extend Russia sanctions
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EU renews Iran sanctions, removes 2 entries from Iran list, amends others
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China adds US entities to export control list & unreliable entity list
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US revokes visas for South Sudanese passport holders
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Panama removes 107 sanctioned vessels from registry
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Telegram Accused of Removing Popular News Channel at Russia’s Request
The messaging app Telegram is facing censorship accusations after reportedly removing a popular Russian news channel whose alleged owners face criminal prosecution inside Russia. VChK-OGPU, an anonymously run... more
1 month ago
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UK court confirms Apple is suing British government over ‘backdoor’ request
A British court has confirmed that Apple is suing the British government over a legal order regarding the company’s encryption of iCloud accounts, lifting a veil of official... more
1 month ago
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UK MPs barred from entering Israel
Two pro-Palestinian British MPs were denied entry to Israel and subsequently deported after local authorities accused them of misrepresenting the nature of their visit and planning to promote... more
1 month ago
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EU court annuls Dmitry & Galina Pumpyanskiy re-listings on same basis as last year
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1 month ago
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OFSI key lessons from enforcement action against HSF Moscow
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FinCEN event on financial sector compliance with US Iran sanctions
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US State Dept suggests conditions for easing Syria sanctions
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UN special rapporteur calls for input on sanctions/humanitarian action by 2 May
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1st legal challenge brought against US President’s use of IEEPA to impose tariffs
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1 month ago
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Musk’s father says Tesla tycoon admires Putin
Errol Musk says his family looks up to the Russian leader for his calm leadership and logical speeches Errol Musk has said that his son Elon and their... more
1 month ago
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UK publishes legal services threat assessment report for financial sanctions
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Spain approves draft bill implementing EU enforcement directive
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Sentencing for breaches of US export controls
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US Russia delisting
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Czech government adds to national sanctions list
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US imposes tariffs on most imports
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1 month ago
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US publishes Iran export licensing data
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US sanctions Houthi procurement network
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French media regulator tells broadcaster to stop broadcasting Russian channels owned by sanctioned entity
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Swiss update on enforcement & frozen Russian assets
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1 month ago
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German prosecutors issue charges for violating EU sanctions
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Switzerland amends export controls for dual-use goods
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EU Parliament says discussions of 17th Russia sanctions package underway
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1 month ago
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US deny export privileges of 2 entities and 2 people
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1 month ago
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UK global anti-corruption sanctions designations
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US senators introduce bill to sanction Russia depending on peace negotiations
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US Iran/non-proliferation sanctions & criminal charges for supporting the IRGC
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1 month ago
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Serbian Oil Industry granted further sanctions waiver
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1 month ago
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US visa restrictions relating to situation in Tibet
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US sanctions people for repression in Hong Kong & DoS reports on Hong Kong Policy Act
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1 month ago
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US narcotics and counter-terrorism designations
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1 month ago
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Report published on EU sanctions enforcement
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UK amends sanctions regs to add urgent designation procedure
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1 month ago
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Update on Russia sanctions relief in ceasefire negotiations & Congressional research analysis
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1 month ago
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US revoking licences enabling oil business in Venezuela
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Arrest for circumventing US export controls
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Dutch arrest for sanctions violations and terrorist financing
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1 month ago
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German Customs seize c. €15m as part of sanctions breach investigation
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1 month ago
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EU sanctions 25 individuals under Belarus sanctions regime
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UK amends general licences
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1 month ago
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US adds Hizballah financing team to SDN list
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New arbitration costs UK general licence
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CJEU examines Russia broadcasting ban
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1 month ago
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Joint Declaration by the Foreign Ministers of the Weimar +
Joint Declaration by the Foreign Ministers of United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy, Poland, Spain as well as the High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and... more
1 month ago
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JD Vance says Denmark has 'under invested' in Greenland
US Vice President JD Vance on Friday criticized Denmark for failing to adequately protect Greenland, during a visit to the strategically significant and resource-rich Arctic territory. His remarks,... more
1 month ago
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Australian Court rejects Deripaska’s appeal in de-listing case
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UK adds new sanctions FAQ
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1 month ago
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UK amends 2 general licences
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Anti-war Russian Scientist at Harvard Med Detained by U.S. Border Agents
U.S. immigration authorities detained and revoked the visa of a Russian scientist who opposes the war in Ukraine and had been conducting genetic research at Harvard Medical School,... more
1 month ago
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UK amends Russia & human rights sanctions listings
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Cayman Islands sanctions – statement in UK Parliament
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1 month ago
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US civil forfeiture complaint for $47m in proceeds from selling Iranian oil
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1 month ago
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EU & US respond to Russia sanctions condition for naval ceasefire
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1 month ago
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Norway publishes guidance on exporting research and technology
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1 month ago
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High Court refuses to strike out claims against Standard Chartered in Iran sanctions case
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1 month ago
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Russia statement on sanctions relief needed for naval ceasefire
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EU amends terrorism designations in line with UN
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US adds 80 China-related entities to entity list
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23andMe files for bankruptcy, putting customers’ genetic data at risk
Genetic testing company 23andMe has begun Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings, alarming regulators and privacy advocates who are warning customers to delete genetic information retained by the company. 23andMe... more
1 month ago
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EU publishes new FAQs on infrastructure transaction ban under Russia and Belarus sanctions
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1 month ago
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Japan adds to goods subject to export controls
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1 month ago
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US Boeing 737 MAX fraud trial set for June 23
In July, Boeing agreed to plead guilty to a criminal fraud conspiracy charge after two fatal 737 MAX crashes A United States judge has abruptly set a June... more
1 month ago
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Canada updates sanctions guidance on transactions associated with DPRK and Russia
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US announces secondary tariffs relating to Venezuelan oil
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Hacker defaces NYU website, exposing admissions data on 1 million students
More than 1 million students at New York University had their personal information exposed by a hacker who took over the school’s website over the weekend. On Saturday,... more
1 month ago
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US adds 3 Iranian intelligence officers to hostage-taking sanctions list
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EU launches new EU Sanctions Helpdesk
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US issues amended Venezuela GL
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1 month ago
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EU amends provisions of CAR and Haiti sanctions
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1 month ago
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'They’re out of control': Donald Trump says Jeff Bezos frustrated with Washington Post's 'crazy people'
US President Donald Trump expressed optimism about his working relationship with Jeff Bezos and the future of The Washington Post, alleging that Bezos privately criticised the newspaper's staff.... more
1 month ago
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China implements anti-foreign sanctions law
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Chinese EV giant BYD overtakes Tesla with annual sales topping $100 billion US
Tesla's Chinese competitor BYD recorded a 73 per cent jump in fourth-quarter profit on Monday and said its annual revenue for 2024 crossed the $100 billion US mark,... more
1 month ago
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Russia Sues Shell for $1.6B Over Unpaid 2022 Gazprom Supplies
Russia is suing Shell for 1.5 billion euros ($1.6 billion) over allegedly unpaid gas supplies to the state energy giant Gazprom in 2022, the British-Dutch company said in... more
1 month ago
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UK sanctions 4 involved in human rights violations in Sri Lanka
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1 month ago
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UK amends 2 Russia general licences
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Renting private accommodation: Homes for Ukraine
How to rent privately, including your rights and responsibilities.... more
1 month ago
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US corruption designation
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Canada makes sanctions designations under Haitian and Venezuelan regimes
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US de-lists Tornado Cash after judgment
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EU sends €1b to Ukraine to be repaid with profits from sanctioned Russian assets
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Germany seizes shadow fleet tanker
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Switzerland splits sanctions list on ISIL, Al-Qaida & Taliban
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DPRK sanctions monitoring team legitimacy challenged
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OFSI annual review – £25b of Russian assets frozen
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US makes Iranian oil related designations
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International Fund for Ukraine (IFU)
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1 month ago
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Canadian Court rejects challenges to sanctions designations  
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EU publishes Corrigendum to Council Decision (CFSP) 2025/394  
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UK publishes new AUKUS Open General Licence  
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UK amends three designation entries
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Kremlin says Iran has right to nuclear energy, acting in line with international law
"Iran has the right to peaceful nuclear energy and is acting in line with international law," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Friday. Peskov said Moscow accepted Iran’s statements... more
1 month ago
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London’s Heathrow shut after power outage
A loss of power forced London Heathrow Airport, one of the world’s busiest, to shut down on Friday morning, prompting chaos and disrupting travel for tens of thousands... more
1 month ago
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EU General Court rejects 2 Belarus de-listing applications
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OFSI fines sanctions breaches by Herbert Smith’s former Moscow Office & says more enforcement “in OFSI’s pipeline”
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Penalty Notice: 20 March 2025
OFSI publishes a penalty notice regarding a breach of financial sanctions regulations.... more
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Notice: Penalty Notice: 20 March 2025
OFSI publishes a penalty notice regarding a breach of financial sanctions regulations.... more
1 month ago
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Penalty issued against subsidiary of major law firm for breaches of sanctions linked to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
The Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) has imposed a monetary penalty against Herbert Smith Freehills CIS LLP (“HSF Moscow”).... more
1 month ago
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Switzerland delistings and sanctions amendments
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3rd countries align with EU sanctions introduced as part of 16th Russia sanctions package
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Trial for first allegations of breaching UK Russia sanctions begins
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US threatens increase in export controls enforcement & further Venezuela sanctions
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UK government launches new sanctions email updates
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FCA refuses crypto registration for insufficient controls to prevent sanctions evasion
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UK Russia delisting
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US files civil forfeiture complaint against aircraft in sanctions case
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US alert on terrorism designations of narcotics cartels, & Perez designation
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1 month ago
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Guidance: High Value Dealers & Art Market Participants guidance
Guidance on UK financial sanctions for High Value Dealers & Art Market Participants... more
1 month ago
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EU sanctions alert – plywood
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Canada new sanctions declaration & record-keeping requirements
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UK adds new Russia sanctions FAQs on reporting requirements
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EU sanctions 10 under DRC sanctions regime
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1 month ago
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Two former executives to be tried in Germany for sanctions violations
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Taiwan adds to strategic high-tech commodities entity list
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Japan adds 9 substances to list of items subject to export controls
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EU Council adopts position on additional tariffs on Russia & Belarus agriculture
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EU designates media foundation on terrorism list
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US grants summary judgment for OFAC in DRC delisting case – comments on changed behaviour
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EU appeal court rejects Shuvalov’s Russia delisting appeal – court comments on freedom of expression sanctions argument
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Kamala Harris' husband tells people she is the party leader now but where is she?
Dem donors fret that Kamala Harris is missing in action even months after the election loss. California governor Gavin Newsom has started a new podcast hosting prominent supporters... more
1 month ago
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UK and EU to ramp up pressure on Russia and boost defence initiatives
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1 month ago
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US, Germany, and Finland disrupt sanctioned crypto exchange involved in sanctions violations
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EU extends Russia sanctions
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Disclosure Notice: 14 March 2025
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Notice: Disclosure Notice: 14 March 2025
OFSI publish a disclosure notice regarding a breach of financial sanctions regulations.... more
1 month ago
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Syria cultural property sanctions: guidance
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Statutory guidance: Syria cultural property sanctions: guidance
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UK issues new guidance on UK financial sanctions for high value dealers & art market participants
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Denmark consults on increased penalties for EU sanctions breaches
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Global Sanctions launches new Bermuda sanctions coverage
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Security Council ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida Sanctions Committee Amends Twelve Entries on Its Sanctions List
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1 month ago
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Guidance: High Value Dealers & Art Market Participants guidance
Guidance on UK financial sanctions for High Value Dealers & Art Market Participants... more
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US DOJ successful in case concerning yacht belonging to sanctioned Russian businessman
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Guernsey amends sanctions legislation
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US sanctions Swedish gang linked to Iranian regime
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UK updates strategic export control list
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Afghanistan sanctions: guidance
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News from Russia: Bosnia issues arrest warrant for Bosnian Serb leadership, Republika Srpska President Milorad Dodik
Bosnian prosecutors have issued arrest warrants for the president, prime minister, and parliament speaker of Republika Srpska, the predominantly-Serb region within Bosnia and Herzegovina. They are accused of... more
1 month ago
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News from Russia: US statements on readiness to negotiate with Iran are hoax -Khamenei
Statements made by the United States about its willingness to negotiate with Iran are a deception of the global public opinion, Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said... more
1 month ago
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Lebanon sanctions: guidance
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1 month ago
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Statutory guidance: Lebanon sanctions: guidance
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Lebanon (Assassination of Rafiq Hariri and others) sanctions: guidance
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Switzerland adds Myanmar Oil & Gas to Myanmar sanctions list  
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Trump says imposing 50-percent tariffs on Canadian steel, aluminium
President Donald Trump says increased tariffs come in response to Ontario’s surcharge on electricity exports to US. US President Donald Trump has announced he will double planned tariffs... more
1 month ago
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Guernsey update on Russia sanctions 4 years on
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Baltic states impose entry bans on Georgian officials
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Switzerland follows EU in lifting certain Syria sanctions 
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2 months ago
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State Dept. suspends reporting air quality levels staff relied on overseas
State Department staff were taken aback this week by a department directive instructing embassies and consulates to stop publishing air quality monitoring data. CBS News has reviewed the... more
2 months ago
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EU General Court rejects application for annulment of Russia sanctions
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2 months ago
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UK Parliament discusses Russia and Kashmir sanctions
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UK removes 24 entries from Syria sanctions list
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Canada announces additional sanctions in response to ongoing conflict in Sudan
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US issues new Chevron GL to wind down transactions
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Guernsey updates Handbook on Countering Financial Crime
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2 months ago
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Countries align with EU sanctions
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US drafting options papers for possible Russia sanctions relief
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2 months ago
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Find a sponsor using recognised providers: Homes for Ukraine
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2 months ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Russian businessman extradited to Estonia in sanctions investigation
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2 months ago
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US man pleads guilty to export control violations
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2 months ago
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Canada sanctions 10 Russian people and 21 entities
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Irish High Court GTLK judgment
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EU Court annuls Maya Tokareva listings
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2 months ago
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Move to the UK if you’re coming from Ukraine
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2 months ago
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EU & UK maintain and amend various targeted sanctions
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2 months ago
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UK amends guidance for trade services licensing
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2 months ago
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3 Crowns UK Blocking Reg authorisation extended to comply with US Iran sanctions
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2 months ago
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Policy paper: UK support to Ukraine: factsheet
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2 months ago
UK Sanctions Russia
EU Court rejects delisting application by Aleksandra Melnichenko
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2 months ago
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Japan delists Lionel Dumont
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UK Russia sanctions delisting
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2 months ago
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FATF updates list of jurisdictions with AML/CFT/CPF deficiencies
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2 months ago
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UK publishes strategic export controls stats for July-September 2024
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2 months ago
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US suspends sanctions for the Serbian Oil Industry
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2 months ago
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Director disqualification sanctions legislation comes into effect in Jersey
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2 months ago
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US sanctions Hong-Kong companies for procuring parts for Iran
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2 months ago
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US man sentenced for violating Iran sanctions
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2 months ago
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EU to maintain targeted Moldova sanctions with new reasons and evidence
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2 months ago
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Canada issues secondary sanctions against non-Russian entities & amends Russia Regs
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2 months ago
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US expands Cuba visa restrictions
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2 months ago
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EU deletes 2 from Sudan list
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2 months ago
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UN & Switzerland delist Lionel Dumont on ISIL/Al-Qaida list
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2 months ago
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UK updates guidance to exporters on common high priority items & Russia sanctions
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2 months ago
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Canada imposes additional Russia sanctions
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2 months ago
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Musk's DOGE team hit by resignation of 21 technology staffers
More than 20 civil service employees resigned Tuesday from billionaire Trump adviser Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), saying they were refusing to use their technical expertise... more
2 months ago
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US sanctions people & vessels linked to Iran shadow fleet
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2 months ago
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UK, Australia and New Zealand impose further Russia sanctions
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2 months ago
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EU suspends & lifts some Syria sanctions
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2 months ago
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US sentences Israeli freight forwarder for violations of export controls
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2 months ago
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Pentagon plans to cut 5,400 workers starting next week
The Defense Department said Friday that it’s cutting 5,400 probationary workers starting next week and will put a hiring freeze in place. It comes after staffers from the... more
2 months ago
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Australia to improve portal for sanctions licensing applications
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2 months ago
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OFAC launches application to help locate sanctions information
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Kharon investigation details Iranian sanctions evasion network
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2 months ago
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Canada lists 7 cartels as terrorist entities
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Norway introduces new sanctions against Russia
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2 months ago
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Israeli Freight Forwarder Sentenced to Two Years in Prison for Violating Export Restrictions Imposed on Russia
Gal Haimovich, 49, of Israel, was sentenced today to 24 months in prison and three years of supervised release for conspiracy to illegally ship aircraft parts and avionics... more
2 months ago
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European and US sanctions enforcement actions in 2024
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2 months ago
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EU to amend & maintain various targeted Iran sanctions
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2 months ago
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EU extends humanitarian exemption to ISIL/Al-Qaida sanctions
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EU to suspend Syria sanctions on energy, transport and reconstruction
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2 months ago
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J.D. Vance meets leader of far-right German party after complaining free speech in Europe 'in retreat'
U.S. Vice-President J.D. Vance met the leader of a German far-right party during a visit to Munich on Friday, nine days before a German election and after lecturing European leaders... more
2 months ago
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Tens of thousands of Palestinians forced to flee West Bank as Israeli military operation deepens
By car and on foot, through muddy olive groves and sniper sight lines, tens of thousands of Palestinians in recent weeks have fled Israeli military operations across the northern... more
2 months ago
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UK, EU and Switzerland amend various targeted sanctions listings
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US Court dismisses Burma sanctions listing challenge
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2 months ago
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UN renews panel of experts for Sudan sanctions
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2 months ago
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EU agrees 16th package of Russia sanctions
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2 months ago
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YAPP USA Automotive Systems to Pay $14.2M to Resolve False Claims Act Allegations Relating to Paycheck Protection Program Loan
YAPP USA Automotive Systems Inc., a corporation with its principal place of business in Michigan, has agreed to pay $14,208,496 to resolve allegations that it violated the False... more
2 months ago
.DOJ (US)
Brazil's Bolsonaro charged in plot to poison successor in alleged coup attempt
Brazil's prosecutor-general said Tuesday that former leader Jair Bolsonaro knew and agreed to a plan to poison his successor and current President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, as... more
2 months ago
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EU renews Zimbabwe sanctions & delists entity
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2 months ago
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UK guidance on public sector contracts with suppliers from Russia and Belarus
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2 months ago
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Chemicals added to Japan goods list of items requiring approval for export
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2 months ago
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New offences for breaches of Australia export controls regime to come into effect
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2 months ago
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Dutch company fined €120k for exporting machinery to Crimea
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2 months ago
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EU sanctions enforcement update
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2 months ago
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Ford slashes manager stock bonuses to cut costs, boost performance
About half the middle managers at Ford Motor will not get stock bonuses this year in what is seen internally as CEO Jim Farley's latest attempt to cut... more
2 months ago
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US Court grants turnover of sanctioned account to satisfy terrorism judgment
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2 months ago
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EU revises listing for Krylov & company on EU Russia sanctions
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2 months ago
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Update on Syria sanctions
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2 months ago
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Deepseek removed from South Korea's app stores over privacy concerns
DeepSeek, a Chinese artificial intelligence startup, has temporarily paused downloads of its chatbot apps in South Korea while it works with local authorities to address privacy concerns, South... more
2 months ago
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UK asks European allies to develop sanctions tackling people smuggling
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2 months ago
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3rd countries align with EU terrorism sanctions
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2 months ago
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Malaysia committed to complying with international export controls on semiconductors
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2 months ago
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Aircraft supplier charged with breaches of US export controls on Russia
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2 months ago
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UK adds 3 people & 2 companies to Russia sanctions list
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2 months ago
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Veterans Affairs dismisses over 1,000 employees as part of probationary worker purge
Veterans Affairs leaders dismissed more than 1,000 employees Thursday night as part of a White House purge of government workers still in their probationary periods, an effort designed... more
2 months ago
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US Congressman introduces Bill to impose export controls on IP to China
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2 months ago
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3 senior officials quit after order to drop corruption charges against NYC mayor
Three senior U.S. Justice Department officials, including Manhattan's top federal prosecutor, resigned on Thursday rather than comply with an order to dismiss corruption charges against New York City's mayor, according... more
2 months ago
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India publishes guidelines for disclosing export control violations
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2 months ago
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UK will amend Syria sanctions regime
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2 months ago
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Car rams crowd in Munich
BERLIN, February 13. /TASS/. At least 20 people were injured after a car plowed into a group of protesters in Munich, Bild reported, adding that children were also... more
2 months ago
TASS Russian News Agency
OTSI Karon webinar on UK sanctions and trade enforcement 13 Feb 2025
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2 months ago
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OTSI Kharon webinar on UK sanctions and trade enforcement 13 Feb 2025
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2 months ago
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UK issues new Syria GL for humanitarian assistance payments
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2 months ago
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UK High Court rejects Dana Astra’s Belarus delisting claim & considers ECHR jurisdiction
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2 months ago
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Court of Appeal revokes UniCredit anti-suit injunction in Russian sanctions case
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2 months ago
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Podcast on an “Overview of UK sanctions”
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2 months ago
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UK Solicitors Regulatory Authority guidance on trade sanctions for the legal sector
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2 months ago
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Karim Khan confirmed as subject to US ICC sanctions
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2 months ago
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EU Parliament publishes Russia sanctions briefing
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2 months ago
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UK, US and Australia sanction Russian ransomware group
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2 months ago
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UK delists head of corporate finance at Gazprom Neft
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2 months ago
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Japan delists former Gaddafi official
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2 months ago
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EU calls possible US tariffs on EU steel and aluminium unlawful
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2 months ago
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Germany investigates Abramovich for sanctions violations
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2 months ago
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Canada sanctions senior officials in Sudanese Armed Forces and Rapid Support Forces
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2 months ago
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US adds entities to Cuba Restricted List
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3 months ago
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More US troops deploying to US-Mexico border, Guantanamo
The Pentagon will deploy roughly 1,500 more active-duty soldiers to the southern border to support President Donald Trump’s expanding crackdown on immigration, a U.S. official said Friday. That would... more
3 months ago
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Sanctioned UK charity director charged with offence under UK terrorism sanctions regs
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3 months ago
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Lithuania customs raid companies suspected of sanctions violations
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Aircraft involved in violating US sanctions and export controls on Venezuela seized
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US denies export privileges of man and several companies following exports to Russia
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Arms dealer charged with exporting US firearms to Russia
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US disbands group targeting Russia sanctions in favour of targeting international gangs
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City & Financial Global sanctions summit 20 March 2025
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OFAC sanctions Iran network shipping oil to China
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Further details of EU 16th Russia sanctions package
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3 months ago
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Lockheed Martin Corporation agrees to settle allegations of defective pricing on military contracts
Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMC) has agreed to pay $29.74 million to resolve False Claims Act allegations of defective pricing on contracts for F-35 military aircraft. This payment is... more
3 months ago
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West Point Military Academy shuts down clubs for minorities, women amid DEI purge
The U.S. Military Academy has disbanded a dozen West Point cadet clubs centered on ethnicity, gender, race and sexuality in response to the Trump administration’s push to eliminate diversity... more
3 months ago
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US reintroduces sanctions-related bills
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US to pressure Iran with sanctions
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China adds 2 US companies to unreliable entity list
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Canadian courts say ministerial process must be exhausted before JR of Russia sanctions listings
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3 months ago
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US, Philippine fighter aircraft jointly patrol disputed shoal region guarded by China
MANILA, Philippines — U.S. and Philippine fighter aircraft staged a joint patrol and training Tuesday over a disputed South China Sea shoal where Chinese fighter jets fired flares... more
3 months ago
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Norway issues guidance on weapons exports
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Serbian Oil Industry requests temporary waiver of US sanctions
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US delays additional tariffs on Mexico and Canada while tariffs take effect on China
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Japan adds 42 entities to Foreign User List
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US renews temporary denial of export privileges for Azur Air
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US recreates Cuba restricted list
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Australia counter-terrorism sanctions
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Russian Court of Cassation reverses decision refusing enforcement of arbitral award due to counter-sanctions
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3 months ago
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UK removes Bortzov from Russia sanctions list 2 years after his death
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EU renews Terrorist List and Humanitarian Exceptions
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3 months ago
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Fordham Law School sanctions symposium – 21 February 2025 in NY – discounts on globalsanctions.com subscriptions!
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3 months ago
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English High Court finds that National Bank Trust isn’t owned or controlled by President Putin and allows payment of bankruptcy funds
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3 months ago
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Commodity Code of certain heavy oils amended in OFSI Oil Price Cap General License
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3 months ago
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Estonia announces the number of criminal sanctions investigations
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3 months ago
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US Senate blocks ICC sanctions bill
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3 months ago
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EU Commission proposes further tariffs on agricultural products imported into the EU from Russia & Belarus
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3 months ago
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EU court rejects Vinokurov’s 2nd challenge to his Russia sanctions listing
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3 months ago
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EU deletes Gaddafi official from Libya sanctions list
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3 months ago
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EU agrees roadmap to ease Syria sanctions
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3 months ago
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EU extends Tunisia sanctions until January 2026
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EU visa restrictions for Georgian diplomats & officials
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3 months ago
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DeepSeek seems to struggle with questions that would upset Chinese authorities
The Chinese-made AI chatbot DeepSeek may not always answer some questions about topics that are often censored by Beijing, according to tests run by CBC News and The Associated Press, and is providing... more
3 months ago
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2-year-old Palestinian girl killed in her home by Israeli military
Israeli forces shot a two-year-old girl in the head in her West Bank home on Saturday while she was eating dinner with her family, according to health officials and... more
3 months ago
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EU sanctions 3 Russian officers for cyber attacks against Estonia
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UK and Canada sanction Belarusian people and entities
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Colombia agrees to accept military deportation flights following threat of US sanctions
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3 months ago
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EU will lift some sanctions on Syria
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3 months ago
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EU renews Russia sanctions
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3 months ago
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High Court grants Google anti-enforcement injunctions against sanctioned Russian entities
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3 months ago
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Families returning to parts of Gaza face danger of unexploded bombs underground
While fighting in the air may have stopped in Gaza, danger remains for Palestinians returning to parts of the war-torn territory due to unexploded bombs on the ground.... more
3 months ago
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US removes West Bank sanctions programme
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UK Court of Appeal rejects Anzhelika Khan’s appeal in de-listing case
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3 months ago
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3rd countries align with EU sanctions
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New Norwegian sanctions authority
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3 months ago
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UK has 318 open investigations into breaches of Russia sanctions
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3 months ago
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US indictment for technology worker scheme to fund DPRK
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3 months ago
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Syrian central bank orders asset freeze on accounts linked to former regime
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3 months ago
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Canada releases data on frozen assets and blocked transactions
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3 months ago
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Australia sanctions guidance updated
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3 months ago
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Canadian Bar Association urges government to improve sanctions programme
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3 months ago
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UK government to maintain West Bank sanctions
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3 months ago
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909 Russian trade sanctions investigations in Finland
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3 months ago
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EU General Court rejects Andrey Melnichenko’s Russia sanctions challenge
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3 months ago
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Reminder: UK webinar for high value art dealers and art market participants
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3 months ago
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EU to maintain sanctions on Russian Deputy PM
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3 months ago
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UK briefing paper provides overview of Russia sanctions
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3 months ago
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10 suspected of breaching Russia sanctions in Lithuania
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3 months ago
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Russian court imposes €2b order over failed purchase of sanctioned assets
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3 months ago
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UN updates Libya sanctions regime
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3 months ago
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OFAC and BIS issue penalties on Haas Automation Inc. for apparent breach of Russia sanctions
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3 months ago
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US Deputy National Security Advisor sets out vision for sanctions
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3 months ago
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Starship explosion raises questions about risk to public, environment
The latest disintegration of a SpaceX test flight was a spectacular sight, as broken-up rocket parts streaked like jellyfish tendrils across the Caribbean sky Thursday evening. But some... more
3 months ago
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SPAR Iran licensee linked to Iran sanctions evasion
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3 months ago
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Spar linked to Iran sanctions evasion
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3 months ago
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EU drawing up alternatives if Hungary vetoes renewal of Russia sanctions
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3 months ago
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US deletes Natalya Serdyukova from Russia list
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3 months ago
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UK National Crime Agency made no convictions for breaches of sanctions
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3 months ago
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US sanctions IT worker network funding DPRK weapons programmes
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3 months ago
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US sanctions leader of Sudanese Armed Forces and weapons supplier
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3 months ago
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OFAC issues $1m enforcement penalty for Russia sanctions violations
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3 months ago
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US amends executive order on Syria sanctions
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US continues Afghanistan sanctions & blocking of Afghanistan National Bank assets
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New US export controls on biotech
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3 months ago
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US BIS adds to entity list
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3 months ago
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US amends OFAC civil monetary penalties amounts
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3 months ago
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EU rejects Moshe Kantor’s Russia delisting case
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US removes Cuba from terrorism list & suspends claims under Helms-Burton Act
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US continues sanctions & national emergency with respect to West Bank
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Netherlands to tighten export controls on advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment
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3 months ago
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EU may ban imports to the EU of Russian aluminium
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3 months ago
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US adds 37 Chinese companies to Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act entity list
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3 months ago
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UK Supreme Court hears first UK Russia sanctions de-listing case – Shvidler hearing today
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3 months ago
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US bans components used in connected cars from being imported from Russia or China
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3 months ago
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EU Court rejects Russian MegaFon telecoms sanctions challenge
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3rd countries align with EU sanctions on Russia & Belarus
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EU countries call for lowering of G7 price cap on Russia
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3 months ago
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US introduces new regulations on export of advanced AI
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3 months ago
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US and UK memo of understanding on sanctions information sharing
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3 months ago
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OFAC sanctions Terrorgram Collective as terrorist organisation
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3 months ago
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EU renews Hamas / Palestinian Islamic Jihad sanctions
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Several 3rd countries align with EU sanctions measures
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Canada adds to Venezuela sanctions list in line with US, EU and UK
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3 months ago
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Japan sanctions Russian people and entities & updates export controls
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UK, US, EU and Canada issue similar sanctions against Venezuela
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UK and US co-ordinate on Russian oil sanctions
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3 months ago
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US House of Reps passes bill to sanction ICC for the 2nd time
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3 months ago
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Canadian national sentenced for breaching US export controls on Russia
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3 months ago
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US amends sanctions on Western Balkans
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UK will create new sanctions regime targeting people smugglers
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3 months ago
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Tax evasion: UBS / Credit Suisse to pay a $2.5 billion fine
UBS is reportedly preparing to pay hundreds of millions of dollars to resolve allegations that Credit Suisse violated a prior agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice regarding... more
3 months ago
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US adds to “blacklist” of companies linked to China’s military
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3 months ago
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UK sanctions right wing group under domestic counter-terrorism law
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3 months ago
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Chinese state-owned port group bans tankers sanctioned by US
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4 months ago
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German proposals for EU to ease sanctions on Syria circulated
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4 months ago
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Canadian National Sentenced to 40 Months for Multimillion-Dollar Export Control Scheme
Nikolay Goltsev, a Canadian national, was sentenced to 40 months in prison for orchestrating a multimillion-dollar export scheme that provided advanced U.S. electronic components to sanctioned Russian military... more
4 months ago
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US sanctions RSF leader & issues Russia GL
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4 months ago
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US sanctions senior Hungarian Government official for corruption
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4 months ago
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UK’s OTSI issues new Russia guidance on sanctions evasion and No-Russia clause
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4 months ago
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UK OFSI to host sanctions guidance webinar for high value dealers & art market participants
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4 months ago
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US issues new Syria GL authorising transactions with governing institutions
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4 months ago
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China sanctions Canadian human rights organisations & campaigners
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4 months ago
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Russian court rules counter-sanctions do not exempt party from contractual or arbitral obligations
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4 months ago
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South Korea sanctions DPRK IT workers
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China targets US defence companies with export controls
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4 months ago
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US denies export privileges to 4 individuals
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4 months ago
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UN, UK & Switzerland delist former Gaddafi official from Libya sanctions lists
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4 months ago
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Bermuda fines trust company $600k for failing to comply with sanctions
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4 months ago
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US updates boycott requester list
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Russia bans entry for EU representatives in response to EU sanctions
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Israel imposes sanctions on donation campaign for Hezbollah operatives
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OFAC settlement with SkyGeek Logistics, Inc.
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US sanctions Russian judge for detention of Alexei Gorinov
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US sanctions Iranian and Russian entities for attempted election interference
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4 months ago
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Russian national arrested for trying to export aircraft to Russia via Armenia
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OCC cease and desist order against Bank of America for BSA deficiencies
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4 months ago
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BIS settlement with Indium Corporation for unlawful exports to Russia
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Footage shows New York inmate beaten by guards before death
NEW YORK - Law enforcement in the US state of New York on Dec 27 released “devastating” footage of prison guards beating a Black inmate shortly before he... more
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WATCH | Airstrikes and cold claim lives in Gaza as Israel marks Hanukkah
As Israel marks Hanukkah, ceasefire talks with militants in Gaza remain stalled as Israel continues to pound targets in the territory. Among the latest reported victims of the... more
4 months ago
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Estonia and Finland take action against suspected Russia-sanctions violations
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EU Parliament passes sanctions related resolutions re alleged human rights breaches in Crimea, Kyrgyzstan, and Azerbaijan
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EU Notice for the attention of the persons subject to Tunisia sanctions
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EU to impose 16th sanctions package against Russia in February 2025
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OFAC invites website user feedback by 30th December
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EU publishes FAQs on Russia diamond ban and G7 certification system
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China says US ‘playing with fire’ after latest military aid for Taiwan
The Chinese government protested Sunday the latest American announcements of military sales and assistance to Taiwan, warning the United States that it is “playing with fire.” U.S. President Joe... more
4 months ago
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Security Council 1970 Sanctions Committee Removes One Entry from Its Sanctions List
On 20 December 2024, the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011) removed the following entry from its Sanctions List of individuals and entities.... more
4 months ago
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EU General Court rejects challenges to listings & listing criteria in Moldova sanctions
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EU Court rejects delisting applications by Tinkoff bank & Rosbank
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New guidance on US licensing
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US targets Iranian shadow fleet with sanctions
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US sanctions Houthi procurement scheme
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US sanctions Georgian ministers
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EU Court rejects Konov’s challenge to current Russia listing but annuls previous reasons for listing
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EU court rejects Deripaska’s delisting application
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US BIS $3.3m penalty for exporting radio parts to Russia
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OFAC sanctions settlements including Cordoba music group
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UK sanctions Georgian officials
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206/2024 : 19 December 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-531/23
Loredas Freedom of movement for persons Organisation of working time: domestic employers must establish a system enabling the duration of the daily working time of each domestic worker... more
4 months ago
curia.europa.eu
205/2024 : 19 December 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-664/23
Caisse d’allocations familiales des Hauts-de-Seine Area of Freedom, Security and Justice A Member State cannot exclude from the benefit of family allowances a foreign worker whose children, born... more
4 months ago
curia.europa.eu
204/2024 : 19 December 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-157/23
Ford Italia Environment and consumers Liability for defective products: a supplier may be considered to be a producer if his or her name is the same as the... more
4 months ago
curia.europa.eu
203/2024 : 19 December 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Joined Cases C-244/24, C-290/24
Kaduna Area of Freedom, Security and Justice Temporary protection for displaced persons from Ukraine: a Member State which has extended that protection to certain categories of persons, beyond... more
4 months ago
curia.europa.eu
202/2024 : 19 December 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-295/23
Halmer Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft Free movement of capital A holding by purely financial investors in a law firm may be prohibited... more
4 months ago
curia.europa.eu
201/2024 : 19 December 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Joined Cases C-185/24, C-189/24
Tudmur Area of Freedom, Security and Justice Asylum policy: The unilateral suspension of measures concerning the transfer of asylum seekers by the Member State responsible does not, in... more
4 months ago
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Several countries align with EU sanctions on Iran
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Estonia sanctions Georgian officials & EU suspends Georgian diplomatic visa-free travel
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Canada sanctions 5 Venezuelan officials
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US sanctions global narcotics traffickers & DPRK money laundering network
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US issues fresh sanctions related to Nord Stream 2 pipeline
WASHINGTON - The United States issued fresh sanctions on Wednesday on several Russia-based entities over their involvement in the Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline, the State Department said,... more
4 months ago
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200/2024 : 18 December 2024 - Judgments of the General Court in Cases T-489/23, T-493/23
Mironovich Shor v Council External relations Destabilisation of Moldova: the General Court upholds the restrictive measures taken against Mr Shor and Ms Tauber in respect of their role in organising... more
4 months ago
curia.europa.eu
199/2024 : 18 December 2024 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-776/22
TP v Commission Public procurement In order to exclude a company from EU public procurement and grant award procedures, the authorising officer responsible must conduct a specific and... more
4 months ago
curia.europa.eu
CrowdStrike: What the 2024 outage reveals about security
4 months ago
Privacy International News Feed
EU maintaining 91 Russia sanctions listings with amended reasons
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Founder of Iranian Company charged in US with violating US sanctions and export controls on Iran
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Nordic-Baltic countries to check shadow fleet vessels for proof of insurance
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EDM Limited fined £89k for breaching UK export controls on military goods
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UK adds 20 ship specifications and 2 entities under Russia sanctions
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US settlement agreement for 82 breaches of Cuba and Iran sanctions
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EU adds Burmese company to DPRK sanctions list
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EU renews Guatemala and Mali sanctions
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UN renews sanctions provisions relating to Taliban & Somalia
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4 added to EU’s Sudan sanctions list
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EU sanctions 3 gang leaders for escalating violence in Haiti
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EU adds new listings under Belarus sanctions
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Privacy and autonomy: Redefining boundaries for Indigenous communities
4 months ago
Privacy International News Feed
Canadian finance minister's resignation letter to PM Trudeau
OTTAWA - Canada's Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland unexpectedly resigned on Monday, saying she was no longer on the same page with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau about the best... more
4 months ago
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Unanimously Adopting Resolution 2763 (2024), Security Council Renews Mandate of Taliban Sanctions Monitoring Team
The Security Council today extended for 14 months the mandate of the team monitoring sanctions against the Taliban and associated individuals and entities that threaten Afghanistan’s peace, stability... more
4 months ago
UN.org
UN calls for submissions on impact of sanctions by March 2025
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PI submission to EDPB on AI models
4 months ago
Privacy International News Feed
US issues visa restrictions for undermining democracy in Georgia
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4 months ago
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Russian national charged by US for assisting sanctions evasion
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Al Assad v Council – EU rejects de-listing application by Assad’s cousin
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Paris Court of Cassation asks ECJ to interpret Yemen sanctions
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4 months ago
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Dutch MoD employee found guilty of exporting aircraft parts to Russia
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4 months ago
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US continues sanctions regimes for human rights abuse, corruption & narcotics, and de-lists 27 from narco list
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4 months ago
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3rd countries align with EU sanctions on Türkiye and Syria
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4 months ago
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International Migrants Day 2024 - A Year in Review
4 months ago
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UK supports new Cyprus sanctions implementation unit
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4 months ago
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EU Council agrees 15th Russia sanctions package
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198/2024 : 12 December 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-419/23
Nemzeti Földügyi Központ Free movement of capital Rights of usufruct over agricultural land in Hungary: EU law does not preclude the reinstatement of such rights in accordance with... more
4 months ago
curia.europa.eu
EU Commission adds new Russia sanctions FAQs
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4 months ago
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197/2024 : 12 December 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-118/23
Getin Holding Freedom of establishment The Court clarifies the rules concerning the independence of a national resolution authority and actions against its decisions in respect of failing financial... more
4 months ago
curia.europa.eu
Justice Department Finds Civil Rights Violations by the Mount Vernon New York Police Department
Following a comprehensive investigation, the Justice Department announced today that the Mount Vernon, New York, Police Department (MVPD) engages in a pattern or practice of conduct that deprives... more
4 months ago
.DOJ (US)
Haiti’s Delegate Urges Strengthened Arms Embargo as Security Council Receives Briefing by Sanctions Regime
The Security Council today received a briefing on its sanctions regime for Haiti and heard a call for stronger measures from the country’s representative, who reported a surge... more
4 months ago
UN.org
Purpose of Sudan Sanctions Regime ‘Is to Bring Peace to Darfur’, Committee Chair Tells Security Council
Two individuals who violated peace and security in Sudan were subjected to targeted sanctions during the reporting period, the head of the subsidiary body concerning that country told... more
4 months ago
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UK publishes data on Israel export control licensing
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4 months ago
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US adds to Entity List for human rights abuses
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4 months ago
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EU adds UN sanctioned RSF commanders on Sudan list
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4 months ago
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Canada sanctions Chinese & Russian individuals for human rights violations
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4 months ago
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EY worker’s death spotlights India’s unprotected white-collar labour
Authorities in two Indian states that are driving its economic growth are drafting tighter workplace rules and inspections to protect white collar employees following the death of a... more
4 months ago
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Taiwan reports continued surge in Chinese military activity
TAIPEI (Reuters) – Taiwan’s defence ministry reported a spike in Chinese military activity around the island on Wednesday, including 53 military aircraft, with Taiwan on high alert over... more
4 months ago
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US renews temporary denial of export privileges against 2 airlines
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4 months ago
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2 General Court judgments on the European Central Bank and sanctions
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4 months ago
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Answers submitted to Australia’s sanctions inquiry
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4 months ago
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US Court of Appeals will not rehear Halkbank’s sovereign immunity plea in sanctions evasion case
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4 months ago
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US troops are staying in Syria
NEW YORK - U.S. troops will be staying in Syria after the fall of President Bashar al-Assad as part of a counter-terrorism mission focused on destroying Islamic State... more
4 months ago
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EU foreign policy chief Kallas: legitimate concerns about Syrian sectarian violence
There are legitimate concerns about the risks of sectarian violence in Syria and a resurgence of extremism in the country, the European Union's new foreign policy chief Kaja... more
4 months ago
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Syria monitor: Islamic State executes 54 soldiers
BEIRUT - A Syria war monitor said on Dec 10 that Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) militants in central Homs province killed 54 soldiers who were... more
4 months ago
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OFAC survey reminder
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4 months ago
Global-Sanctions
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney to pay $15M following theft of millions from customers
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney will pay a $15 million penalty as part of a settlement with the Securities and Exchange Commission related to four financial advisers who stole... more
4 months ago
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UN continues humanitarian exemption to sanctions against Da’esh & Al-Qaida
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4 months ago
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US charge for illegally sending export-controlled defence data to China
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4 months ago
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Netherlands imposes travel ban on person who manufactured chip machines
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4 months ago
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Latvia sentences editor of Sputnik Latvija for sanctions violations
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4 months ago
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PI's briefing on travellers' surveillance
4 months ago
Privacy International News Feed
The Media Line: Israeli Shelling Damages Gaza Hospital, Halts Surgeries
Israeli Shelling Damages Gaza Hospital, Halts Surgeries Palestinian health officials reported on Sunday that Israeli forces shelled Kamal Adwan Hospital in Beit Lahiya, northern Gaza, severely damaging critical... more
5 months ago
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Taiwan reports 14 Chinese warships and 4 balloons near the island
TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — China sent 14 warships, seven military aircraft and four balloons near Taiwan between Saturday and Sunday, according to Taiwan’s Defense Ministry, as Beijing ramps... more
5 months ago
..srnnews
Syria’s Assad is under siege and is making overtures to the US: Sources
The main rebel offensive has been led by Hayat Tahrir Al-Sham, or HTS, a former Al-Qaeda affiliate, and various armed groups backed by Turkey. Other fighters have joined... more
5 months ago
...straitstimes
Unanimously Adopting Resolution 2761 (2024), Security Council Approves Continued Humanitarian Exemption to Asset Freeze by Da’esh, Al-Qaida Sanctions Regime
The Security Council today decided to maintain the exemption of humanitarian aid providers from asset freeze measures imposed by the Da’esh and Al-Qaida sanctions regime — a decision... more
5 months ago
UN.org
News groups sue Idaho prison leader for increased witness access to lethal injection executions
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — The Associated Press and two other news organizations are suing Idaho’s top prison official for increased access to lethal injection executions, saying the state... more
5 months ago
..srnnews
Former Allianz fund manager spared prison time over $7 billion fraud
NEW YORK – A former Allianz fund manager was spared prison time on Friday over his role in a meltdown of private investment funds sparked by the COVID-19... more
5 months ago
..srnnews
London police make 500 arrests using facial recognition tech
LONDON - London’s Metropolitan Police force said on Dec 6 that it had used facial recognition technology to make more than 500 arrests in 2024 for offences ranging... more
5 months ago
...straitstimes
Travellers’ surveillance: The role of the UN Countering Terrorist Travel Programme
5 months ago
Privacy International News Feed
Five Current and Former Correctional Officers and One Nurse Indicted for Federal Civil Rights Violations
A two-count indictment was unsealed yesterday charging five current and former correctional officers and one correctional nurse with federal civil rights violations. The indictment alleges that, on Aug.... more
5 months ago
.DOJ (US)
After Hunter Biden's pardon, civil rights activists asking President to do the same for others
The White House is listening to demands for President Joe Biden to extend the same grace to thousands of people wronged by the U.S. judicial system as he... more
5 months ago
...straitstimes
Statutory guidance: Afghanistan sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Afghanistan (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020... more
5 months ago
UK Sanctions
McKinsey & Company Africa to Pay Over $122M in Connection with Bribery of South African Government Officials
McKinsey and Company Africa (Pty) Ltd (McKinsey Africa), which operates in South Africa as a wholly owned and controlled subsidiary of international consulting firm McKinsey & Company Inc.... more
5 months ago
.DOJ (US)
Prosecutors open investigation into South Korean president over martial law, Yonhap reports
South Korean prosecutors have opened an investigation into President Yoon Suk Yeol, his interior minister, and the now-former defence minister over their roles in an attempt to impose... more
5 months ago
..srnnews
One bitcoin will now set you back six figures
One bitcoin will now set you back six figures. The cryptocurrency’s break above the $100,000 milestone has felt inevitable since Donald Trump’s election as the next U.S. president... more
5 months ago
..srnnews
France’s government falls in historic no-confidence vote, deepening political crisis
French lawmakers on Dec 4 voted to oust the government of Prime Minister Michel Barnier after just three months in office, a historic move which plunged the country... more
5 months ago
...straitstimes
Maryland officials failed to properly oversee prisoner health care contracts
Maryland’s Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services has failed to properly manage and oversee contracts with private companies that provide medical and mental health care to prisoners... more
5 months ago
..srnnews
Security Council Sanctions Committee concerning South Sudan Receives Briefing on Behalf of Emergency Relief Coordinator in Pursuance of Resolution 2664 (2022)
On 7 November 2024, and in pursuance of paragraph 5 of resolution 2664 (2022), a representative of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), on behalf... more
5 months ago
UN.org
Security Council Sanctions Committee Concerning Sudan Receives Briefing on Behalf of Emergency Relief Coordinator in Pursuance of Resolution 2664 (2022)
On 7 November 2024, and in pursuance of paragraph 5 of resolution 2664 (2022), a representative of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), on behalf... more
5 months ago
UN.org
PI write to UK MPs following a debate in parliament on police use of facial recognition technology
5 months ago
Privacy International News Feed
New Sanctions under Domestic Counter-Terrorism Regulations
Action represents first use of the Treasury-led domestic counter terrorism financial sanctions regime targeting Northern Ireland related terrorism.... more
5 months ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
News story: New Sanctions under Domestic Counter-Terrorism Regulations
Action represents first use of the Treasury-led domestic counter terrorism financial sanctions regime targeting Northern Ireland related terrorism.... more
5 months ago
UK Sanctions
Security Council ISIL (Da’esh), Al-Qaida Sanctions Committee Amends Three Entries on Its Sanctions List
On 2 December 2024, the Security Council Committee pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999), 1989 (2011) and 2253 (2015) concerning ISIL (Da’esh), Al‑Qaida and associated individuals, groups, undertakings and... more
5 months ago
UN.org
Mexican senate passes proposal to abolish autonomous regulatory bodies: Anti-corruption
MEXICO CITY - Mexico's Senate on Thursday passed a measure to abolish the autonomous bodies that regulate some economic sectors and ensure government transparency, a reform that has... more
5 months ago
...straitstimes
UK government announces tender for live facial recognition technology
5 months ago
Privacy International News Feed
196/2024 : 27 November 2024 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-561/21
HSBC Holdings and Others v Commission Competition Competition in the field of Euro Interest Rate Derivatives: the General Court confirms the Commission’s amended decision against HSBC... more
5 months ago
curia.europa.eu
195/2024 : 27 November 2024 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-526/19 RENV
Nord Stream 2 v Parliament and Council Energy Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline: the General Court dismisses the action by Nord Stream 2 contesting the directive extending the... more
5 months ago
curia.europa.eu
Press release: UK imposes new wave of sanctions choking Russian oil revenues with Foreign Secretary arriving in Italy for G7
Thirty ships in Russia’s shadow fleet, responsible for transporting billions of pounds worth of oil and oil products in the last year alone, have today been sanctioned by... more
5 months ago
UK Sanctions Russia
OFSI Advisories
Advisories relating to financial sanctions... more
5 months ago
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Guidance: OFSI Advisories
Advisories relating to financial sanctions... more
5 months ago
UK Sanctions
UK MPs ignore concerned constituents questions about Facial Recognition Technology
5 months ago
Privacy International News Feed
Securitising Education
5 months ago
Privacy International News Feed
Strengthening Global Sanctions: Two Years of Enhanced Partnership
In October 2024, representatives from the United Kingdom’s (UK) Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) and the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC)... more
5 months ago
Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation
194/2024 : 19 November 2024 - Judgments of the Court of Justice in Cases C-808/21, C-814/21
Commission v Czech Republic Citizenship of the Union Citizenship of the Union: denying EU citizens residing in a Member State of which they are not nationals the right... more
5 months ago
curia.europa.eu
From chatbots to adbots: sharing your thoughts with advertisers
5 months ago
Privacy International News Feed
PI’s briefing: A critical examination of facial recognition implementation in educational spaces
5 months ago
Privacy International News Feed
Changes to sanctions legislation introduced through the Sanctions (EU Exit) (Miscellaneous Amendments) (No.2) Regulations 2024 
On 14 November 2024, the Sanctions (EU Exit) (Miscellaneous Amendments) (No.2) Regulations 2024 was laid in Parliament. This instrument introduces the following changes to sanctions legislation:  Taken together,... more
5 months ago
Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation
Financial sanctions guidance for letting agents
Financial sanctions guidance for letting agents... more
5 months ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Guidance: Financial sanctions guidance for letting agents
Financial sanctions guidance for letting agents... more
5 months ago
UK Sanctions
Financial sanctions guidance for Insolvency Practitioners
Financial sanctions guidance for Insolvency Practitioners... more
5 months ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Guidance: Financial sanctions guidance for Insolvency Practitioners
Financial sanctions guidance for Insolvency Practitioners... more
5 months ago
UK Sanctions
High Value Dealers & Art Market Participants guidance
Guidance on UK financial sanctions for High Value Dealers & Art Market Participants... more
5 months ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Guidance: High Value Dealers & Art Market Participants guidance
Guidance on UK financial sanctions for High Value Dealers & Art Market Participants... more
5 months ago
UK Sanctions
Guidance: High Value Dealers & Art Market Participants guidance
Guidance on UK financial sanctions for High Value Dealers & Art Market Participants... more
5 months ago
UK Sanctions
Unanimously Adopting Resolution 2758 (2024), Security Council Renews Sanctions, Panel of Experts concerning Yemen
The Security Council today decided to renew for 12 months a travel ban and assets freeze imposed on certain designated individuals and entities in Yemen and to extend... more
5 months ago
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193/2024 : 13 November 2024 - Judgments of the General Court in Cases T-58/20, T-64/20, T-69/20
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192/2024 : 13 November 2024 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-82/24
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California voters reject measure that would have banned forced prison labor
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ICC confirms probe into alleged sexual misconduct by war crimes prosecutor Karim Khan
AMSTERDAM - The International Criminal Court's governing body will launch an external probe into its chief prosecutor Karim Khan over alleged sexual misconduct, it said in a statement... more
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China's Huawei Technologies seeks dismissal of US criminal charges
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Reuters Exclusive-ICC ruling body to conduct investigation into alleged misconduct by war crimes prosecutor – sources
(Reuters) – The International Criminal Court’s governing body will launch an external investigation into its chief prosecutor Karim Khan over alleged sexual misconduct, two sources familiar with the... more
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Security Council 1591 Sanctions Committee Adds Two Entries to Its Sanctions List
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5 months ago
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Washington financed Colombia’s purchase of Pegasus spy software
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Especialista da ONU recomenda a proibição do reconhecimento facial nas escolas.
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UN expert recommends ban on facial recognition in schools.
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190/2024 : 7 November 2024 - Formal sitting
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6 months ago
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189/2024 : 7 November 2024 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-460/23
Kinsa Facilitation of unauthorised entry carried out for a humanitarian purpose: Advocate General Richard de la Tour finds that Directive 2002/90 validates, and clarifies the conditions for, the... more
6 months ago
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188/2024 : 7 November 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-126/23
Burdene Area of Freedom, Security and Justice Compensation to victims of violent intentional crime: the automatic exclusion of certain family members of the victim of homicide does not... more
6 months ago
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187/2024 : 6 November 2024 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-827/22
Wizz Air Hungary v Commission (TAROM II; Covid-19) State aid State aid: the General Court dismisses an action brought by Wizz Air in respect of aid granted by... more
6 months ago
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186/2024 : 6 November 2024 - Judgments of the General Court in Cases T-386/21, T-406/21
Crédit agricole and Crédit agricole Corporate and Investment Bank v Commission Competition The banks Crédit agricole and Credit Suisse participated in a cartel in the sector for suprasovereign... more
6 months ago
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S’pore-based Malaysian military contractor ‘Fat Leonard’ who bribed US Navy officers given 15 years’ jail
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6 months ago
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Yemen Sanctions Committee Chair Briefs Security Council on Activities
The Security Council received an update today from the Committee monitoring implementation of sanctions targeting individuals and entities involved in actions that threaten Yemen’s peace and stability.... more
6 months ago
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Security Council Al-Shabaab Sanctions Committee Briefed by OCHA, UNODC
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6 months ago
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Somalia Sanctions Committee Chair Briefs Security Council on Partial Lifting of Arms Embargo, among Other Matters
The Chair of the entity overseeing sanctions on Somalia briefed the Security Council today on developments related to Al-Shabaab’s threat to the country and the region, including an... more
6 months ago
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Two Mexican journalists shot dead in past 24 hours
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6 months ago
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Speakers in General Assembly Decry Decades-Old United States Economic, Commercial Blockade on Cuba, Urge Its Immediate Lifting to End Population’s Suffering
Consistent with the solidarity demonstrated over the past three decades, delegates at the General Assembly today added yet another feather of support to multilateralism’s cap regarding the lifting... more
6 months ago
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Six Charged in Scheme to Defraud the Federal Government
Six defendants have been charged for their roles in schemes to rig bids, defraud the government and pay bribes and kickbacks in connection with the sale of IT... more
6 months ago
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Security Council Sanctions Committee Concerning South Sudan Meets with Panel of Experts
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6 months ago
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Press release: UK sanctions Putin's interference actors
The UK has sanctioned 3 Russian agencies and 3 senior figures who are attempting to undermine and destabilise Ukraine and its democracy.... more
6 months ago
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Lebanese family was holding Sunday gathering when Israeli strike toppled their building
AIN EL DELB, Lebanon (AP) — It was Sunday, family time for most in Lebanon, and Hecham al-Baba was visiting his sister. She insisted he and their older... more
6 months ago
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US approves $2 billion in arms sales to Taiwan including advanced missile defense system
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6 months ago
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Global financiers head to Saudi Arabia investment bash in shadow of war
Global financiers are poised to flock to Saudi Arabia's annual flagship investment conference next week as a tightening of the kingdom's purse strings and a deepening of regional... more
6 months ago
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185/2024 : 24 October 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-240/22 P
Commission v Intel Corporation Competition The Court of Justice upholds the annulment by the General Court of the Commission’s decision finding an abuse of a dominant position on... more
6 months ago
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184/2024 : 24 October 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-227/23
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Trudeau is urged by fellow party members to step down as Canada’s prime minister
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6 months ago
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Italian government faces backlash for celebrating World War II fascists
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6 months ago
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Deadly E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounders sickens 49 people in 10 states
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6 months ago
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183/2024 : 22 October 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-652/22
Kolin Inşaat Turizm Sanayi ve Ticaret Freedom of establishment Economic operators from a third country which has not concluded an international agreement on public procurement with the European... more
6 months ago
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Security Council Renews Sanctions Regime on Haiti for One Year, Unanimously Adopting Resolution 2752 (2024)
The Security Council today authorized the renewal for one year the sanctions regime on Haiti, continuing a travel ban and asset freeze, and expanding the scope of an... more
6 months ago
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Protecting personal data during elections – the Council of Europe's new guidelines on the processing of personal data for the purposes of voter registration and authentication
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Automating the hostile environment: uncovering a secretive Home Office algorithm at the heart of immigration decision-making
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182/2024 : 17 October 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-76/22
Santander Bank Polska Approximation of laws Early repayment of a mortgage loan: the consumer can recover part of the commission linked to the granting of credit if he... more
6 months ago
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181/2024 : 17 October 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-159/23
Sony Computer Entertainment Europe Intellectual and industrial property The Directive on the legal protection of computer programs does not allow the holder of that protection to prohibit the... more
6 months ago
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Ainet CEO Indicted for Major Fraud and Making False Statements to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
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6 months ago
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179/2024 : 10 October 2024 - Information
Partial transfer of jurisdiction from the Court of Justice to the General Court: creation within the General Court of a Chamber specialising in preliminary ruling cases, and election... more
6 months ago
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180/2024 : 10 October 2024 - Information
Election of two Presidents of Chambers of the General Court of the European Union... more
6 months ago
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Myanmar sanctions: guidance
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Guidance: Trading under sanctions with Russia
What import and export restrictions apply due to sanctions for UK companies when trading with Russia.... more
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178/2024 : 8 October 2024 - Information
Mr Maciej Szpunar is re-elected First Advocate General of the Court of Justice... more
7 months ago
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177/2024 : 8 October 2024 - Information
Election of the Presidents of the Chambers of five Judges of the Court of Justice... more
7 months ago
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176/2024 : 8 October 2024 - Information
Mr Thomas von Danwitz is elected Vice-President of the Court of Justice of the European Union... more
7 months ago
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175/2024 : 8 October 2024 - Information
Mr Koen Lenaerts is re-elected as President of the Court of Justice of the European Union... more
7 months ago
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7 months ago
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174/2024 : 7 October 2024 - Information
Partial renewal of the Court of Justice and entry into office of new Members of the General Court... more
7 months ago
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June 2024: Trump Says Israel Needs to 'Finish The Job' in Gaza, Pledges to Restore Israel Lobby's Power Over Congress
Former President Donald Trump told Fox News host Sean Hannity on Wednesday that Israel needs to "finish the job" in Gaza and pledged to restore the Israel Lobby's... more
7 months ago
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News story: UK trade mission visits Kyiv to deepen industry ties
Trade mission agrees key requirements for Ukraine’s future equipment and capability needs.... more
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165/2024 : 4 October 2024 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-181/23
Commission v Malta Citizenship of the Union AG COLLINS: The Commission has failed to prove that EU rules on citizenship (Article 20 TFEU) require that a ‘genuine link’... more
7 months ago
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167/2024 : 4 October 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Joined Cases C-608/22, C-609/22
Bundesamt für Fremdenwesen und Asyl and Others Area of Freedom, Security and Justice Discriminatory measures adopted in respect of women by the Taliban regime constitute acts of persecution... more
7 months ago
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166/2024 : 4 October 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-446/21
Schrems Principles of Community law An online social network such as Facebook cannot use all of the personal data obtained for the purposes of targeted advertising, without restriction... more
7 months ago
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168/2024 : 4 October 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-438/23
Protéines France and Others Principles of Community law Food labelling: where no legal name has been adopted, a Member State may not prohibit the use of terms traditionally associated... more
7 months ago
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172/2024 : 4 October 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-650/22
FIFA Freedom of movement for persons Football: some FIFA rules on international transfers of professional footballers are contrary to EU law... more
7 months ago
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164/2024 : 4 October 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-633/22
Real Madrid Club de Fútbol Area of Freedom, Security and Justice Liberté d’expression : l’exécution d’un jugement condamnant un journaliste et un éditeur de presse au paiement de dommages-intérêts... more
7 months ago
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170/2024 : 4 October 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Joined Cases C-778/21 P, C-798/21 P, C-779/21 P, C-799/21 P
Commission v Front Polisario External relations Western Sahara: the 2019 EU-Morocco trade agreements regarding fisheries and agricultural products, to which the people of Western Sahara did not consent,... more
7 months ago
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169/2024 : 4 October 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-399/22
Confédération paysanne Approximation of laws Consumer information: the labelling of melons and tomatoes harvested in Western Sahara must refer to that territory, and not Morocco, as the country... more
7 months ago
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171/2024 : 4 October 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-548/21
Bezirkshauptmannschaft Landeck Access by the police to data contained in a mobile telephone is not necessarily limited to the fight against serious crime... more
7 months ago
curia.europa.eu
173/2024 : 4 October 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Joined Cases C-541/20, C-542/20, C-543/20, C-544/20, C-545/20, C-546/20, C-547/20, C-548/20, C-549/20, C-550/20, C-551/20, C-552/20, C-553/20, C-554/20, C-555/20
Lithuania v Parliament and Council Transport The Court broadly confirms the validity of the Mobility Package... more
7 months ago
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Counter-Terrorism International sanctions: guidance
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7 months ago
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155/2024 : 2 October 2024 - Judgments of the General Court in Cases T-797/22, T-798/22, T-828/22
Ordre néerlandais des avocats du barreau de Bruxelles and Others v Council External relations Restrictive measures in response to the war in Ukraine: the prohibition on providing legal advisory... more
7 months ago
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EU court upholds legal service ban to Russian entities, individuals
BRUSSELS (Reuters) – The EU Court of Justice upheld on Wednesday its ban on the provision of legal advice to Russian entities and individuals. The measure was first... more
7 months ago
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Israeli air strike on school kills at least 9 Palestinians, injures 20 in Gaza
Gaza’s health ministry says at least 51 people have been killed and another 82 wounded in a large Israeli air and ground operation in the southern city of... more
7 months ago
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154/2024 : 1 October 2024 - Information
The rules on the transfer from the Court of Justice to the General Court of part of the jurisdiction to give preliminary rulings become applicable... more
7 months ago
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Decoding vertical tech integrations: why do they matter?
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Carlos Ramon Polit Faggioni, Odebrecht S.A.: Former Comptroller General (Ecuador) Sentenced in International Bribery and Money Laundering Scheme
The former comptroller general of Ecuador was sentenced today to 10 years in prison for his role in a multimillion-dollar international bribery and money laundering scheme in which he... more
7 months ago
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Security Council 2653 Sanctions Committee Adds 2 Entries to Its Sanctions List
On 27 September 2024, the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2653 (2022) approved the addition of the entry specified below to its Sanctions List of individuals... more
7 months ago
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Penalty Notice: 27 September 2024
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7 months ago
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7 months ago
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153/2024 : 26 September 2024 - Information
Visit to the Court of Justice of the European Union by a delegation from the Supreme Court of the United States of America as part of the ‘Luxembourg... more
7 months ago
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“When Spiders Share Webs”: Unveiling privacy threats of EU-funded INTERPOL policing programme in West Africa
7 months ago
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When Spiders Share Webs: The creeping expansion of INTERPOL’s interoperable policing and biometrics entrench externalised EU borders in West Africa
7 months ago
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152/2024 : 26 September 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-330/23
Aldi Süd Environment and consumers A price reduction announced in an advertisement must be calculated on the basis of the lowest price in the last 30 days... more
7 months ago
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151/2024 : 26 September 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-600/22 P
Puigdemont i Casamajó and Comín i Oliveres v Parliament Law governing the institutions The Court of Justice definitively dismisses the action brought by Mr Puigdemont and Mr Comín against... more
7 months ago
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150/2024 : 26 September 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-792/22
Energotehnica Right to an effective remedy: a national court is not required to apply a decision of its constitutional court that infringes EU law... more
7 months ago
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149/2024 : 26 September 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-768/21
Land Hessen Principles of Community law Personal data protection: the supervisory authority is not obliged to exercise a corrective power in all cases of breach and, in particular,... more
7 months ago
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148/2024 : 25 September 2024 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-483/21
Polskie sieci elektroenergetyczne v ACER Energy Electricity transmission: the General Court clarifies the scope of compulsory regional coordination with regard to the operational security of electricity transmission systems... more
7 months ago
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147/2024 : 25 September 2024 - Judgments of the General Court in Cases T-446/21, T-472/21, T-476/21, T-482/21, T-484/21, T-485/21
Commission de régulation de l’énergie v ACER Energy Electricity transmission: the General Court annuls the decision of the Board of Appeal of ACER in so far as ACER... more
7 months ago
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Bankman-Fried’s ex-girlfriend Caroline Ellison to be sentenced over crypto fraud
NEW YORK (Reuters) – Former cryptocurrency executive Caroline Ellison is set to be sentenced on Tuesday for her role in her imprisoned former boyfriend Sam Bankman-Fried’s theft of... more
7 months ago
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US sending more troops to Middle East as violence rises in the region
The U.S. is sending additional troops to the Middle East in response to a sharp spike in violence between Israel and Hezbollah forces in Lebanon that has raised... more
7 months ago
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Press release: Chancellor unveils package to deliver on promises of new government
The Chancellor has today unveiled a package of measures to deliver on the agenda of the new government.... more
7 months ago
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Israel deliberately targeting journalists in Gaza -Experts, Independent Investigations
On Friday, December 15, Al Jazeera journalists Samer Abudaqa and Wael Dahdouh were reporting at the Farhana school in Khan Younis when Israel struck from the air. Dahdouh... more
7 months ago
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Whistleblowers allege FCA didn't respect their anonymity: Senior independent director review
In August 2024, a former employee who left the FCA some years ago made an allegation publicly that, in the course of whistleblowing, their identity was not kept... more
7 months ago
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Malaysian police rescue 187 more children as sex abuse probe of Islamic group deepens
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) — Malaysian police said Monday they have rescued 187 more children and raided locations nationwide linked to an Islamic business group that is being... more
7 months ago
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Israeli forces raid and shut down Al Jazeera bureau in occupied West Bank
Israeli soldiers have raided the Al Jazeera office in the occupied West Bank and ordered the bureau to shut down amid a widening campaign targeting the Doha-based broadcaster.... more
7 months ago
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Russia and China start naval exercises in Sea of Japan, Reuters reports
MOSCOW (Reuters) – Russia and China started naval exercises in the Sea of Japan on Saturday, Russian news agencies cited Russia’s Pacific Fleet as saying. “A joint detachment... more
7 months ago
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Mystery Profile Linked to Hungarian Firm Implicated in Exploding Pagers
Dozens of people were killed and thousands more injured after two consecutive days of explosions across Lebanon this week that the Shia militant group Hezbollah has blamed on... more
7 months ago
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Privacy International will be hosting a screening of 'Preconceived'
7 months ago
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Transparency data: OSCAR II – publishing data from the database: September 2024
The first quarterly OSCAR transparency release for 2024 to 2025.... more
7 months ago
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Terms of Reference: Developing a microsite for recommendations for algorithmic transparency
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No criminal charges for US billionaire Carl Icahn, who used company funds to secure personal loans worth billions
US settles with billionaire Carl Icahn for using company to secure personal loans worth billions Billionaire Carl Icahn and his company were charged by U.S. regulators with failing... more
7 months ago
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146/2024 : 19 September 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Joined Cases C-512/22 P, C-513/22 P
Fininvest v ECB and Others Economic policy Prudential supervision of credit institutions: the Court annuls the 2016 ECB decision refusing the acquisition of a qualifying holding in Banca Mediolanum... more
7 months ago
curia.europa.eu
145/2024 : 19 September 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-264/23
Booking.com and Booking.com (Deutschland) Competition Online accommodation reservation platforms: price parity clauses cannot, in principle, be classified as ‘ancillary restraints’ for the purposes of EU competition law... more
7 months ago
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144/2024 : 19 September 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Joined Cases C-555/22 P, C-556/22 P, C-564/22 P
United Kingdom v Commission and Others State aid The Court annuls the Commission decision finding certain United Kingdom rules on the taxation of controlled foreign companies (CFCs) to be... more
7 months ago
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Press release: Reforms to Financial Services retail-disclosure requirements
The Government and FCA announce plans to reform UK retail disclosure rules, and will temporarily exempt investment trusts from assimilated EU law requirements.... more
7 months ago
HM Treasury
Sanctions, Travel Bans on Taliban Resulting in Afghanistan Being ‘Ruptured from International Community’, Special Representative Warns Security Council
The Security Council today examined the impacts of the Taliban’s new morality law on women and girls in Afghanistan, with speakers calling on the de facto authorities to... more
7 months ago
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Press release: Chancellor: “Everyone can do something for women’s equality”
Rachel Reeves leads government backing of the Invest in Women Taskforce, which aims to create one of the world’s largest investment funding pools aimed solely at female founders.... more
7 months ago
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Official Statistics: Forecasts for the UK economy: September 2024
A comparison of independent forecasts for the UK economy in September 2024.... more
7 months ago
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143/2024 : 18 September 2024 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-334/19
Google and Alphabet v Commission (Google AdSense for Search) Competition Google AdSense: The General Court annuls the Commission’s decision... more
7 months ago
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142/2024 : 18 September 2024 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-671/19
Qualcomm v Commission Competition Abuse of a dominant position: the General Court largely upholds the fine imposed on Qualcomm... more
7 months ago
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Press release: UK commits to bolstering European security as Foreign Secretary visits Norwegian military command
Foreign Secretary travels to Norway to strengthen defence and security cooperation.... more
7 months ago
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Security Council 1718 Sanctions Committee Amends One Entry on Its Sanctions List
On 17 September 2024, the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1718 (2006) enacted the amendments, specified with strikethrough and/or underline, in the entry below on its... more
7 months ago
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Corporate report: Investing in Women Code Annual Report 2021
The Investing in Women Code report sets out findings on the support provided to female entrepreneurs in the United Kingdom.... more
7 months ago
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FOI release: Responses to Freedom of Information requests on Equality Impact Assessments produced for targeting Winter Fuel Payment
Equality Impact Assessments produced by Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and HM Treasury (HMT) prior to the Government announcing targeting the Winter Fuel Payment from 2024-25.... more
7 months ago
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Corporate report: Financial Reporting Advisory Board annual report: 2023 to 2024
The twenty-seventh report of the Financial Reporting Advisory Board (FRAB) for the years 2023 to 2024.... more
7 months ago
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Corporate report: Consolidated Fund account 2023 to 2024
The Consolidated Fund accounts for 2023 to 2024 have been published... more
7 months ago
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Press release: New rules for banks to deliver financial stability and investment
New rules for banks and building societies announced today will ensure the UK financial system is resilient, competitive and promotes investment in the UK economy. ... more
7 months ago
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141/2024 : 11 September 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-557/23
SPAR Magyarország Agriculture and fisheries Markets for agricultural products: Hungarian legislation requiring traders to offer for sale certain agricultural products at a fixed price and in predetermined quantities... more
7 months ago
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Policy paper: Applying the FSMA 2000 model of regulation to the Capital Requirements Regulation
Legislation to facilitate changes to the UK prudential banking framework, including implementation of Basel 3.1 and the Small Domestic Deposit Takers (SDDT) regime... more
7 months ago
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Security Council Extends Sanctions Regime against Sudan, Unanimously Adopting Resolution 2750 (2024)
The Security Council today extended sanctions against Sudan — including asset freezes, travel bans and an arms embargo — until 12 September 2025.... more
7 months ago
UN.org
140/2024 : 11 September 2024 - Judgments of the General Court in Cases T-635/22, T-644/22
Fridman and Others v Council External relations Economic sanctions against Russia: the Council has the power to establish reporting and cooperation obligations to ensure the effectiveness of fund-freezing measures... more
7 months ago
curia.europa.eu
139/2024 : 11 September 2024 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-793/22
TU v Parliament Staff Regulations of Officials Le Parlement européen a méconnu certaines règles protectrices liées au statut d’informateur d’un assistant parlementaire... more
7 months ago
curia.europa.eu
138/2024 : 11 September 2024 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-386/19
CQ v Court of Auditors Law governing the institutions The General Court of the European Union rules for the first time on the financial consequences of alleged irregularities... more
7 months ago
curia.europa.eu
137/2024 : 11 September 2024 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-494/22
NSD v Council External relations War in Ukraine: the General Court confirms the restrictive measures adopted against the Russian finance company NSD... more
7 months ago
curia.europa.eu
Speech: The government’s vision for the future of UK capital markets
Launching the Capital Markets Industry Taskforce conference, the Economic Secretary to the Treasury set out the government’s vision for the future of UK capital markets... more
7 months ago
HM Treasury
Press release: Chancellor announces £8 billion Amazon Web Services investment, as she vows to make every part of Britain better off
Chancellor Rachel Reeves secures a planned £8 billion investment from Amazon Web Services which is estimated to support around 14,000 jobs per year across the UK... more
7 months ago
HM Treasury
Press release: UK cracks down on illicit ‘shadow fleet’ transporting Russian oil globally
The UK has sanctioned 10 vessels in Russia’s ‘shadow fleet’, a group of ships that use illicit practices to avoid sanctions on Russian oil.... more
7 months ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Press release: UK Foreign Secretary and US Secretary of State in Kyiv in first ever joint visit, as David Lammy announces over £600 million worth of support for Ukraine
Foreign Secretary David Lammy is visiting Kyiv today, with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, to demonstrate Western support for Ukraine's fight against Russian aggression.... more
7 months ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Policy paper: Joint statement on the UK-U.S. Financial Regulatory Working Group meeting - September 2024
HM Treasury and US Treasury joint statement on the tenth official meeting of the UK-US Financial Regulatory Working Group.... more
7 months ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Preston guidance: August 2024
Preston factors (earnings and interest factors) are provided for employers.... more
7 months ago
HM Treasury
136/2024 : 10 September 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-351/22
Neves 77 Solutions External relations Restrictive measures against Russia: the confiscation of the entire proceeds of a brokering transaction covered by the prohibition on providing brokering services for... more
7 months ago
curia.europa.eu
135/2024 : 10 September 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-48/22 P
Google and Alphabet v Commission (Google Shopping) Competition The Court of Justice upholds the fine of €2.4 billion imposed on Google for abuse of its dominant position by... more
7 months ago
curia.europa.eu
134/2024 : 10 September 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Joined Cases C-29/22 P, C-44/22 P
KS and KD v Conseil e. a. External relations Common foreign and security policy (CFSP): the Court of Justice clarifies the scope of the jurisdiction of the Courts... more
7 months ago
curia.europa.eu
133/2024 : 10 September 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-465/20
Commission v Ireland and Others State aid Tax rulings: the Court of Justice sets aside the judgment of the General Court concerning tax rulings issued by Ireland in favour... more
7 months ago
curia.europa.eu
Press release: UK and partners respond to Iran’s transfer of ballistic missiles to Russia
UK government announcement of significant measures against Iran and Russia, following the Iranian regime’s transfer of ballistic missiles to Russia.... more
7 months ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Corporate report: The Payment Systems Regulator Annual Report 2023 to 2024
This report summarises the PSR’s activities over the year 2023 to 2024. The PSR is required to publish this report under Paragraph 7 of Schedule 4 of the... more
7 months ago
HM Treasury
Corporate report: Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) Annual Report and Accounts 2023/24 (for the year ended 31 March 2024)
The annual report and accounts for the Financial Conduct Authority for the year ended 31 March 2024.... more
7 months ago
HM Treasury
Press release: UK to extend training programme for Ukrainian Armed Forces personnel throughout 2025
The UK has trained more than 45,000 Ukrainian recruits since Putin began his illegal full-scale invasion in 2022.... more
8 months ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Canadian Federal court struck out de-listing JR for failure to bring Haiti sanctions statutory appeal
The Federal Court of Canada has given judgment in Saint-Rémy v. Canada granting the AG’s application to strike out an application for judicial review brought by a Haitian... more
8 months ago
Global-Sanctions
US charges former Nixon adviser and TV presenter with sanctions violations
A US DoJ press release has announced charges against Dimitri Simes and Anastasia Simes for 2 alleged schemes commencing in June 2022 to violate US sanctions. The violations... more
8 months ago
Global-Sanctions
US designates Russian shipping entities and vessels and issues Russia-related shipping GL
OFAC has designated 2 Russian shipping entities and 2 vessels connected to attempts to export liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the Arctic LNG 2 project, which is sanctioned... more
8 months ago
Guidance: Financial Reporting Advisory Board terms of reference
This document details the terms of reference for the Financial Reporting Advisory Board (FRAB)... more
8 months ago
HM Treasury
UK amends Russia Regulations on legal advisory services and revokes related Russia GL
The UK has today (6 September 2024) enacted  The Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment) (No. 4) Regulations 2024, amending The Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (notice), to make... more
8 months ago
Global-Sanctions
OFAC alert warns of Russia’s use of 3rd party countries to evade sanctions
OFAC has published a Russia sanctions alert warning foreign jurisdictions and financial institutions of Russian attempts to evade sanctions by using overseas branches and subsidiaries used to finance... more
8 months ago
Global-Sanctions
US Russia media and cyber designations, visa restrictions and new Russia GL
OFAC and the US Department of State have taken coordinated measures against Russian media outlets. OFAC has designated 10 individuals and 2 entities under its Russia regime –... more
8 months ago
EU Court rejects Russian de-listing claims; Kesaev & Shamalov
The General Court of the EU has dismissed the de-listing applications of Igor Kesaev (Case T‑290/22 and T-763/22) and Kirill Shamalov (Case T‑651/22). Kesaev Mr Kesaev was designated... more
8 months ago
Global-Sanctions
Policy paper: Treasury Minutes – September 2024
Government departments respond to the Public Accounts Committee reports through a Treasury minute.... more
8 months ago
HM Treasury
ECJ interprets EU ban on legal advisory services to Russian entities
A notary in Germany refused to authenticate a contract for the sale of an apartment owned by a Russian company on the grounds that it might breach the... more
8 months ago
Global-Sanctions
EU Court rejects argument that Syrian family member criterion is unlawful
One of President Assad’s cousins, Samer Al-Assad, was added to the EU Syria sanctions list in 2023. By a plea of illegality he challenged the listing criterion permitting... more
8 months ago
Global-Sanctions
132/2024 : 5 September 2024 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-233/23
Alphabet and Others Competition AG Medina: Google’s refusal to provide third-party access to Android Auto platform may be in breach of competition rules... more
8 months ago
curia.europa.eu
131/2024 : 5 September 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Joined Cases C-498/22, C-499/22, C-500/22
Novo Banco and Others A failure to publish reorganisation measures in respect of a credit institution does not lead to those measures being invalid or their effects being unenforceable... more
8 months ago
curia.europa.eu
130/2024 : 5 September 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-603/22
M.S. and Others Area of Freedom, Security and Justice Fair trial: minors subject to criminal proceedings must have the practical and effective opportunity to be assisted by a lawyer... more
8 months ago
curia.europa.eu
129/2024 : 5 September 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-109/23
Jemerak External relations A notary does not breach the sanctions against Russia when he or she authenticates the sale of a property owned by an unlisted Russian company... more
8 months ago
curia.europa.eu
US citizen arrested for exporting US tech to Iran
A dual US and Iranian citizen, Gholam Reza Goodarzi, has been arrested in the US for export violations. He is accused of illegally exporting US technology (components used... more
8 months ago
Global-Sanctions
Open call for evidence: Pensions Investment Review: Call for Evidence
A Call for Evidence has been published inviting input, data and information from interested parties to inform the first phase of the Pensions Investment Review. This first phase... more
8 months ago
HM Treasury
Press release: Boost for UK growth as start-up investment schemes extended
The Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) and the Venture Capital Trust (VCT) scheme have now been extended by ten years to 5 April 2035.... more
8 months ago
HM Treasury
Switzerland renews humanitarian exemption to Syria sanctions regime
Switzerland has extended indefinitely the humanitarian exemption to its sanctions regime on Syria. The Swiss humanitarian exemption was introduced following an earthquake in Syria in February 2023 when... more
8 months ago
Global-Sanctions
Research: UK official holdings of international reserves: August 2024
This release details movements in the international reserves of gold and assets held by the UK government.... more
8 months ago
HM Treasury
Privacy International's response to ILO questionnaire on realizing decent work in the platform economy
8 months ago
Privacy International News Feed
128/2024 : 4 September 2024 - Judgments of the General Court in Cases T-381/15 RENV II, T-509/21
IMG v Commission Indirect management of the EU budget: according to the General Court, the Commission’s decision refusing to recognise IMG as having status as an international organisation... more
8 months ago
curia.europa.eu
'I was terrified': Palestinian says he was forced to act as human shield for Israeli troops
It's 6 a.m. on a summer day in June, and Mohamed Saad, 20, is jolted awake by  soldiers from the Israel Defence Forces. They help him put on... more
8 months ago
.cbc
Non-EU countries align with EU decision to renew terrorist list
A statement by the European Council has announced the alignment of certain countries with Decision (CFSP) 2024/2056. That decision: (1) deleted 1 entry from the terrorist list; (2)... more
8 months ago
Global-Sanctions
Japan revises and amends export controls on chemical substances and Russian diamonds
Japan has made partial amendments and revisions to 3 of its export control publications. “export approval for chemical substances” partial revision coming into effect on January 2025: requires... more
8 months ago
Global-Sanctions
Ukraine amends restrictive measures regime
The President of Ukraine has issued two decrees (601/2024 and 602/2024) implementing decisions by the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine “On the application, cancellation and amendment... more
8 months ago
Global-Sanctions
US seizes Venezuelan President’s plane for violating sanctions
The US has seized an aircraft used by the president of Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro Moros, according to a press release from the Department of Justice. The plane in... more
8 months ago
Global-Sanctions
UK suspends “around 30” of 350 export licences to Israel
In a written statement to Parliament, the UK Foreign Secretary (David Lammy) has announced the suspension of certain export licences to Israel. “around 30” of the 350 export... more
8 months ago
Clearview AI faces $45.6M fine in the Netherlands for 'illegal database' of faces
The Dutch data protection watchdog on Tuesday issued facial recognition startup Clearview AI with a fine of 30.5 million euros ($45.6 million Cdn) over its creation of what... more
8 months ago
.cbc
127/2024 : 3 September 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Joined Cases C-611/22 P, C-625/22 P
Illumina v Commission Competition Illumina-Grail merger: the Court of Justice sets aside the judgment of the General Court and annuls the decisions by which the Commission accepted requests... more
8 months ago
curia.europa.eu
RTX Corporation settles US allegations of export violations with $200m penalty
RTX Corporation has settled allegations that it violated the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”). By an order dated 29th August 2024, RTX Corporation is ordered to... more
8 months ago
Global-Sanctions
UK updates general trade licence for Russian diamonds processed in 3rd countries
The UK has updated GBSAN0002, its General Trade Licence for sanctioned Russian diamonds processed in third countries. The licence permits the import of certain otherwise prohibited diamonds. Previously... more
8 months ago
US restricts visas of individuals involved in repression of Syrians
A US Department of State press release has announced visa restrictions on 14 Syrian regime officials. The officials are designated for their allege involvement in repressing rights in... more
8 months ago
Global-Sanctions
UK designates Iranian individuals and entity
The UK has designated 3 Iranian individuals and 1 Iranian entity: Hamid Fazeli, for alleged involvement supporting armed groups intending to destabilise Israel; Behnam Shahriyari, accused of being... more
8 months ago
Press release: Government support extended to help struggling households with bills and essential costs over winter
Millions of vulnerable people to receive help this winter as the Work and Pensions Secretary extends the Household Support Fund... more
8 months ago
HM Treasury
United States Seizes Aircraft Used by Nicolás Maduro Moros in Violation of U.S. Export Control and Sanctions Laws
The Justice Department today announced the seizure of a Dassault Falcon 900EX aircraft owned and operated for the benefit of Nicolás Maduro Moros and persons affiliated with him in... more
8 months ago
.DOJ (US)
X platform suspended in Brazil amid Brazilian judge's feud with Musk
A Brazilian Supreme Court justice on Friday ordered the suspension of Elon Musk's social media giant X in Brazil after the tech billionaire refused to name a legal... more
8 months ago
.voanews
Press release: Vindi Banga reappointed as Chair of UK Government Investments
Vindi Banga has been reappointed as Chair of UK Government Investments (UKGI) for a second three-year term, commencing in September 2024.... more
8 months ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HM Treasury Senior Officials' Travel Expenses, Hospitality and the Permanent Secretaries Meetings with External Organisations: January to March 2024
This series brings together all documents relating to HMT senior officials' business expenses, hospitality and meetings with external organisations.... more
8 months ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HM Treasury business appointment rules advice January to March 2024
This page summarises advice given under the business appointment rules to applicants at SCS2 and SCS1 level and equivalents.... more
8 months ago
HM Treasury
Press release: International Investment Summit Adviser appointed
Ian Corfield has been appointed as an unpaid International Investment Summit Adviser by the Chancellor of the Exchequer.... more
8 months ago
HM Treasury
126/2024 : 30 August 2024 - Information
Important amendments to the Rules of Procedure of the Court of Justice and of the General Court enter into force on 1 September... more
8 months ago
curia.europa.eu
1st UK travel bans under domestic counter terrorism regime
The UK has imposed a travel ban on 2 people: Nazem Ahmad, a suspected Hizballah financier designated by the UK on 18 April 2023 for the purposes of... more
8 months ago
Global-Sanctions
EU and Japan remove individual from Taliban and Al’Qaida lists
The EU and Japan have both removed Yassine Chekkouri from their respective ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida and Taliban-related persons lists. Both countries designated Chekkouri in 2002. The removal... more
8 months ago
Global-Sanctions
Transparency data: HM Treasury: ministerial gifts, hospitality, overseas travel and meetings, January to March 2024
Data on gifts that ministers gave and received, all hospitality received, any overseas travel, and meetings with external individuals and organisations.... more
8 months ago
HM Treasury
Panama deports Ecuadorean migrants in second US-backed flight
Panamanian authorities deported a group of migrants to Ecuador on a second flight financed by the United States, as part of an agreement between the U.S. and Panama... more
8 months ago
.voanews
Transparency data: HM Treasury: special advisers’ gifts, hospitality and meetings, January to March 2024
Data on gifts and hospitality received by special advisers, and meetings they attended with senior media figures.... more
8 months ago
HM Treasury
Russia sanctions US individuals
Russia has designated 92 US individuals who will be “permanently denied” entry to the Russian Federation. The designations are made in response to what Russia calls “the Biden... more
8 months ago
Global-Sanctions
US makes West-Bank designations and removes individual from Russia list
OFAC has designated 1 individual and 1 entity (both from the West Bank) to its Specially Designated Nationals (“SDN”) list: Yitzhak Levi Filant and Hashomer Yosh respectively. According... more
8 months ago
News story: Travel ban on two individuals under counter-terrorism sanctions
The travel bans are in addition to the financial prohibitions to which they are already subject.... more
8 months ago
HM Treasury
Travel ban on two individuals under counter-terrorism sanctions
The travel bans are in addition to the financial prohibitions to which they are already subject.... more
8 months ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
China adjusts export controls on unmanned aerial vehicles
It is being reported that China’s Ministry of Commerce had adjusted its export control measures on unmanned aerial vehicles (“UAVs”). Adjustments include: revisions of the management standards for... more
8 months ago
Global-Sanctions
West Bank-related Designations; Russia-related Designation Removal
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
8 months ago
OFAC (US)
Updated information on Canada available on this site
The Canada pages of this site have been updated to reflect recent developments and add further information on: national competent authorities; licensing; enforcement; reporting; and de-listing. Also available,... more
8 months ago
Global-Sanctions
US publishes new FAQ on basic information & updates Cuba FAQs
OFAC has issued a notice announcing the publication of 1 new FAQ on basic information and updates to 2 Cuba FAQs. The new FAQ providing basic information on... more
8 months ago
Global-Sanctions
Ireland Control of Exports Act comes into force
Dara Calleary, Ireland’s minister for the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment has released an order announcing the commencement of Ireland’s Control of Exports Act 2023 (No. 27... more
8 months ago
Global-Sanctions
Non-EU countries align with EU restrictive measures against Belarus
Candidate countries North Macedonia, Montenegro, Albania, Ukraine, and Bosnia and Herzegovina, as well as the EFTA countries Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway have aligned themselves with EU Council Implementing... more
8 months ago
Global-Sanctions
UN removes individual from ISIL (Da’esh) and Al Qaida list
The UN has removed Yassine Chekkouri from its ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida sanctions list. Chekkouri was listed in 2002 and allegedly had links to Usama bin Laden and... more
8 months ago
Global-Sanctions
Publication of New Frequently Asked Question (FAQ) on Basic Information and Updated FAQs on Cuba Sanctions
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing one new, basic information Frequently Asked Question (FAQ 1190). OFAC is also publishing two amended... more
8 months ago
OFAC (US)
Security Council ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida Sanctions Committee Removes One Entry from Its Sanctions List
On 23 August 2024, the Security Council Committee pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999), 1989 (2011) and 2253 (2015) concerning ISIL (Da’esh), Al‑Qaida and associated individuals, groups, undertakings and... more
8 months ago
UN.org
Russia-related Designations and Designations Updates; Issuance of Russia-related General Licenses; Issuance and Amendment of Russia-related Frequently Asked Questions
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Russia-related General License 103 - "Authorizing Transactions Related to Imports of Certain Diamond Jewelry Prohibited... more
8 months ago
OFAC (US)
Guidance: Agile digital and IT projects: clarification of business case guidance
Agile digital and IT projects: clarification of business case guidance... more
8 months ago
HM Treasury
OFAC Modernization Efforts; Publication of Amended Frequently Asked Questions
The United States Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) announced several initiatives underway aimed at assisting the public with sanctions implementation. As part of... more
8 months ago
OFAC (US)
Corporate report: FRAB minutes and associated papers: 20 June 2024
Minutes taken from the Financial Reporting Advisory Board (FRAB) meetings, alongside the accompanying papers.... more
8 months ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: User and Preparer Advisory Group Minutes: April 2024
Minutes and papers from the User and Preparer Advisory Group (UPAG) meetings.... more
8 months ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: UK support to Ukraine: factsheet
This factsheet summarises how the UK is supporting Ukraine following the Russian invasion.... more
8 months ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Official Statistics: Forecasts for the UK economy: August 2024
A comparison of independent forecasts for the UK economy in August 2024.... more
8 months ago
HM Treasury
Official Statistics: Help to Buy: ISA Scheme Quarterly Statistics: December 2015 to 31 March 2024
This statistical release presents official statistics on the government’s Help to Buy: ISA scheme.... more
8 months ago
HM Treasury
Official Statistics: Mortgage Guarantee Scheme Quarterly Statistics: 19 April 2021 to 31 March 2024
This statistical release presents official statistics on the government’s 2021 mortgage guarantee scheme.... more
8 months ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: User and Preparer Advisory Group Minutes: October 2023
Minutes and papers from the User and Preparer Advisory Group (UPAG) meetings.... more
8 months ago
HM Treasury
Publication of Regulatory Amendments; Counter Narcotics Identification
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing a final rule to update terminology and references across several sanctions programs’ regulations, and is... more
8 months ago
OFAC (US)
News story: Make Noise For Ukraine on Ukrainian Independence Day
The UK Government and our partners in NATO are leading an international campaign to Make Noise For Ukraine on Ukrainian Independence Day, 24 August.... more
8 months ago
UK Sanctions Russia
George Santos due in court, expected to plead guilty in fraud case, AP source says
Former U.S. Rep. George Santos is due in court Monday afternoon, where a person familiar with the matter has said the New York Republican is expected to plead... more
8 months ago
..srnnews
Guidance: Pensions Review – Terms of Reference: Phase One
The Chancellor has launched a landmark pensions review. Phase one of the review is focussed on investment.... more
8 months ago
HM Treasury
Press release: Chancellor appoints Professor Alan Taylor as member of the Monetary Policy Committee
Professor Alan Taylor confirmed as new member of Monetary Policy Committee.... more
8 months ago
HM Treasury
Counter Terrorism Designations and Update
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
8 months ago
OFAC (US)
Humans in the AI loop: the data labelers behind some of the most powerful LLMs' training datasets
8 months ago
Privacy International News Feed
Guidance: Preston guidance: July 2024
Preston factors (earnings and interest factors) are provided for employers.... more
8 months ago
HM Treasury
Internal crisis rocked Balkan media network run by UK intel, leaked emails show
A prominent propaganda outlet in the Balkans, which is directly overseen by a British government agency that Reuters once labeled “an influential soft-power extension of UK foreign policy,”... more
8 months ago
.grayzone
What is the Digital Markets Act and what does it mean for our privacy and wider rights?
8 months ago
Privacy International News Feed
Issuance of Russia-related General License; Issuance of Venezuela General License; Issuance of Amended Frequently Asked Question
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Russia-related General License 102, "Authorizing Certain Transactions Involving VPower Finance Security (Hong Kong) Limited." OFAC... more
8 months ago
OFAC (US)
Guidance: Country and Regional Analysis 2024 Guidance
Revised guidance for departments for the country and regional analysis (CRA) data collection exercise.... more
8 months ago
HM Treasury
125/2024 : 12 August 2024 - Information
Jurisdiction to hear and determine questions referred for a preliminary ruling is conferred on the General Court of the European Union in six specific areas... more
8 months ago
curia.europa.eu
PI delivers oral intervention to UN Committee on the impact of the use of data & tech on the rights of persons with disabilities.
8 months ago
Privacy International News Feed
Belarus Designations and Designation Update; Russia-related Designations and Designation Removal; Issuance of Russia-related General License
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Russia-related General License 101, "Authorizing Civil Aviation Safety and Wind Down Transactions Involving Certain Entities... more
8 months ago
OFAC (US)
Guidance: OFSI General licence INT/2024/5028385
Details for General licence INT/2024/5028385, East-West United Bank – Insolvency related payments and activities... more
8 months ago
HM Treasury
Press release: UK announces new Belarus sanctions to mark anniversary of sham election
The UK has sanctioned 4 individuals and 3 entities from Belarus in coordinated action with international partners.... more
8 months ago
UK Sanctions Russia
An overbroad, unbalanced and dangerous UN cybercrime treaty must be rejected
9 months ago
Privacy International News Feed
Press release: Chancellor Reeves: Pension funds can fire up the UK economy
Chancellor Rachel Reeves calls on UK pension schemes to invest more in the UK economy and deliver better returns for savers... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Press release: First investors confirm for the International Investment Summit
Investors have already confirmed attendance at the government’s first International Investment Summit on 14 October, announced this weekend.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Press release: Britain is open for business: Chancellor visits North America in investment drive
Rachel Reeves to bang the drum for Britain in visit to New York City and Toronto this week... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Global Magnitsky Designation Update
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
9 months ago
OFAC (US)
Corporate report: PWLB annual report and accounts 2023 to 2024
Annual report and accounts of the PWLB.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Research: UK official holdings of international reserves: July 2024
This release details movements in the international reserves of gold and assets held by the UK government.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Press release: Britain set for growth with International Investment Summit
The government has announced the date of the International Investment Summit as it drives forward national mission for growth.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Important Announcement for Users of OFAC’s Compliance Hotline
To improve efficiency in responding to requests for sanctions guidance from the public, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is updating its... more
9 months ago
OFAC (US)
Issuance of Russia-related General Licenses
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Russia-related General License 99A - "Authorizing the Wind Down of Transactions and Certain Transactions Related... more
9 months ago
OFAC (US)
Security Council 2140 Sanctions Committee Removes Two Entries from Its Sanctions List
On 30 July 2024, the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2140 (2014) removed the following entries from its Sanctions List of individuals and entities:... more
9 months ago
UN.org
Non-Proliferation Designations; Iran-related Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
9 months ago
OFAC (US)
Corporate report: Royal Mint Trading Fund: Annual Report and Accounts 2023 to 2024
The Royal Mint Trading Fund Annual Report and Accounts 2023 to 2024.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Corporate report: Financial Services Regulators Complaints Commissioner Annual Report and Accounts 2023/24 and regulator responses
This document was presented to Parliament pursuant to section 87 of the Financial Services Act 2012 (as amended by the Small Business, Enterprise and Employment Act 2015).... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Corporate report: Pool Reinsurance Limited Annual Report and Accounts 2023 to 2024
Pool Reinsurance Limited (Pool Re) have published their annual report and accounts for 2023 to 2024. Pool Re are an Arm's-length Body of HM Treasury.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Corporate report: UK Asset Resolution - Annual Report and Accounts 2023-2024
UK Asset Resolution Ltd - Annual Report and Accounts for the 12 months to 31 March 2024.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Accredited official statistics: Public Expenditure Statistical Analyses 2024
HM Treasury statistical data setting out the year's information on government spending.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Corporate report: Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) Annual Report and Accounts 2023/24
The annual report and accounts for the Prudential Regulation Authority for the year ended 31 March 2024.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Corporate report: Competitiveness and growth: embedding the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA)’s new secondary objective 2023/24
This document was presented to Parliament pursuant to Section 26 of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2023.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Amazon is responsible for hazardous items sold by third-party sellers, US agency says
Amazon is responsible under federal safety law for hazardous products sold on its platform by third-party sellers and shipped by the company, a U.S. government agency ordered Tuesday.... more
9 months ago
..srnnews
Google’s partnership with AI startup Anthropic faces scrutiny from UK competition watchdog
LONDON (AP) — Britain’s competition watchdog said Tuesday it’s looking into Google’s partnership with artificial intelligence startup Anthropic, adding fresh regulatory scrutiny to investment money flooding into the... more
9 months ago
..srnnews
Corporate report: Exchange Equalisation Account: report and accounts 2023 to 2024
The Exchange Equalisation Account report and accounts for 2023 to 2024 have been published.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Corporate report: Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) Secondary International Competitiveness and Growth Objective Report 2023/24
This document was presented to Parliament pursuant to paragraph 26 of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2023.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Corporate report: Financial Services Consumer Panel Annual Report 2023/24
The annual report and accounts for the Financial Services Consumer Panel for the year ended 31 March 2023.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Corporate report: National Savings and Investments Annual Report and Accounts 2023 to 2024
National Savings and Investments (NS&I) has published their annual report, resource accounts and product accounts for 2023 to 2024.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Corporate report: HM Treasury annual report and accounts 2023 to 2024
Here are HM Treasury's annual report and accounts for the year 2023 to 2024.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Corporate report: FSCS Annual Report and Accounts and Class Statements 2023/24
In its Annual Report and Accounts and Class Statements, the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) outlines the vital work it carried out during the past financial year.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Spain Allows Russian Sailboat to Make Port Call Despite Sanctions
Spanish authorities have granted an emergency request for the replica of an 18th-century Russian frigate to make a port call so that it can replenish provisions and replace... more
9 months ago
Statement to Parliament: Chancellor statement on public spending inheritance
Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves statement to the House of Commons on 29/07/2024.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Press release: Chancellor: I will take the difficult decisions to restore economic stability 
Chancellor addresses House of Commons with a pledge to ‘restore economic stability’ after revealing £22 billion of unfunded pressures inherited from the previous Government.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: 2024: Non-UK domiciled individuals- Policy Summary
This summary sets out the changes being made to the taxation of non-UK domiciled individuals from April 2025.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: VAT on Private School Fees & Removing the Charitable Rates Relief for Private Schools
Technical consultation on the VAT and business rates changes affecting private schools.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Correspondence: Chancellor letter to Richard Hughes: Forecast commission and spending audit
Letter from the Chancellor to the Chair of the Office for Budget Responsibility to commission an economic and fiscal forecast and to update on the spending audit.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Open call for evidence: The Tax Treatment of Carried Interest – Call for Evidence
The government has published a call for evidence, inviting views from stakeholders on its plans to reform the tax treatment of carried interest.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Fixing the foundations: public spending audit 2024-25
On Monday 8 July, the Chancellor of the Exchequer announced that she had instructed Treasury officials to undertake an audit of public spending for 2024-25.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Large language models and data protection
9 months ago
Privacy International News Feed
124/2024 : 29 July 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-14/23
Perle Area of Freedom, Security and Justice Authorisation to reside on the territory of a Member State for the purposes of studies: a Member State may reject an... more
9 months ago
curia.europa.eu
123/2024 : 29 July 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-298/22
Banco BPN v BIC Português and Others Competition The exchange of information over a period of more than ten years between 14 credit institutions in Portugal could constitute a... more
9 months ago
curia.europa.eu
122/2024 : 29 July 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-591/21 P
Ryanair and Laudamotion v Commission State aid COVID-19: the Court of Justice confirms the lawfulness of the subordinated loan of €150 million granted by Austria to Austrian Airlines... more
9 months ago
curia.europa.eu
121/2024 : 29 July 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-774/22
FTI Touristik Area of Freedom, Security and Justice A consumer having booked a trip abroad may sue the organiser before the court of the place of his or... more
9 months ago
curia.europa.eu
120/2024 : 29 July 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Joined Cases C-771/22, C-45/23
HDI Global Approximation of laws Covid-19: the security against a package travel organiser’s insolvency also applies where the traveller has cancelled the trip, prior to the insolvency, due... more
9 months ago
curia.europa.eu
119/2024 : 29 July 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-623/22
Belgian Association of Tax Lawyers and Others Taxation Combating aggressive tax planning: the Court upholds the validity of various provisions of the EU directive... more
9 months ago
curia.europa.eu
118/2024 : 29 July 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-436/22
ASCEL Environment and consumers The wolf cannot be designated as a huntable species at regional level when its conservation status at national level is unfavourable... more
9 months ago
curia.europa.eu
117/2024 : 29 July 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-202/24
Alchaster Arrest warrants issued by the United Kingdom: the Court clarifies the conditions under which they may be executed in the European Union... more
9 months ago
curia.europa.eu
116/2024 : 29 July 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-119/23
Valančius Law governing the institutions Appointment of EU Judges: A Member State may propose, from among the candidates named on a list drawn up by a national group... more
9 months ago
curia.europa.eu
115/2024 : 29 July 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Joined Cases C-112/22, C-223/22
CU Area of Freedom, Security and Justice Social assistance: access for third-country nationals who are long-term residents to a social security, social assistance or social protection measure cannot... more
9 months ago
curia.europa.eu
Policy paper: Changes to the Energy (Oil and Gas) Profits Levy
This document sets out the changes announced today to the Energy (Oil and Gas) Profits Levy (EPL) in line with the government’s manifesto commitments.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Settlement Agreement between the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control and State Street Bank and Trust Company and its subsidiary, Charles River Systems, Inc.
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) today announced a $7,452,501 settlement with State Street Bank and Trust Company (State Street), a Massachusetts-based... more
9 months ago
OFAC (US)
Corporate report: UK Government Investments Annual Report and Accounts 2023-24
This annual report and accounts provides an overview of UKGI’s activities during the 2023-24 financial year.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Press release: AI expert to lead Action Plan to ensure UK reaps the benefits of Artificial Intelligence
UK Science Secretary Peter Kyle has commissioned an Action Plan to identify how AI can drive economic growth.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Democratic Republic of the Congo-related Designations; Transnational Criminal Organizations Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
9 months ago
OFAC (US)
Press release: Britain back open for business, Chancellor to tell G20
Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves to attend first G20 meeting in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Joint letter to UK retailers regarding the potenital use of facial recognition technology (FRT) within their stores
9 months ago
Privacy International News Feed
Open consultation: TCFD-aligned disclosure Exposure Draft for Phase 3
Public consultation on HM Treasury's Phase 3 Exposure Draft for Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosure (TCFD) -aligned disclosure in annual reports... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Sustainability Reporting Guidance 2024-25
Guidance on sustainability reporting for central government bodies preparing annual reports and accounts, which may be used by other public sector bodies.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Joint letters to the Information Commissioner and Commissioner of the Metropolitan Police on use of PimEyes
9 months ago
Privacy International News Feed
Non-Proliferation Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
9 months ago
OFAC (US)
Guidance: Audit and Risk Assurance Committee Handbook
The Audit and Risk Assurance Committee handbook reflects developing best practice in governance.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Corporate report: The Crown Estate Office annual report and financial statements 2023 to 2024
The Crown Estate Office has published its annual report and financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2024.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Corporate report: The Crown Estate annual report and accounts 2023 to 2024
The Crown Estate has published its annual report and financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2024... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Notice of Reporting Instructions under the Rebuilding Economic Prosperity and Opportunity for Ukrainians Act
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has published a notice in the Federal Register regarding the new reporting requirement issued pursuant to the... more
9 months ago
OFAC (US)
Counter Narcotics Designations; Counter Terrorism Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
9 months ago
OFAC (US)
Corporate report: Reclaim Fund Ltd Annual Report and Accounts 2023/24
Reclaim Fund Ltd presents its Annual Report and Accounts, covering the 12 month accounting period to 31 March 2024.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Corporate report: UK Debt Management Office and Debt Management Account annual report and accounts, 2023 to 2024
Annual report and accounts of the United Kingdom Debt Management Office and the Debt Management Account.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Corporate report: National Lottery Distribution Fund Investment Account 2023 to 2024
The National Lottery Distribution Fund Investment Account has published accounts for 2023 to 2024.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Preston guidance: June 2024
Preston factors (earnings and interest factors) are provided for employers.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Accredited official statistics: Public Spending Statistics release: July 2024
The July 2024 national statistics public expenditure outturn release.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
OFAC Guidance on Extension of Statute of Limitations
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) today released guidance addressing questions raised by recent legislation that extended the statute of limitations for... more
9 months ago
OFAC (US)
Unauthorised drilling activities sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Unauthorised Drilling Activities in the Eastern Mediterranean (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020... more
9 months ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Statutory guidance: Unauthorised drilling activities sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Unauthorised Drilling Activities in the Eastern Mediterranean (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020... more
9 months ago
UK Sanctions
Syria sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Syria (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019... more
9 months ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Statutory guidance: Syria sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Syria (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019... more
9 months ago
UK Sanctions
Guinea sanctions: guidance
Guidance to accompany the Guinea (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019... more
9 months ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Statutory guidance: Guinea sanctions: guidance
Guidance to accompany the Guinea (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019... more
9 months ago
UK Sanctions
Cyber sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Cyber (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020... more
9 months ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Statutory guidance: Cyber sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Cyber (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020... more
9 months ago
UK Sanctions
Chemical weapons sanctions: guidance
Guidance to accompany the Chemical Weapons (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019... more
9 months ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Statutory guidance: Chemical weapons sanctions: guidance
Guidance to accompany the Chemical Weapons (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019... more
9 months ago
UK Sanctions
Corporate report: Contingencies Fund account 2023 to 2024
The Contingencies Fund account for 2023 to 2024 has been published.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Press release: Chancellor vows 'big bang on growth' to boost investment and savings
Landmark pensions review part of Government’s mission to ‘boost growth and make every part of Britain better off’.  ... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Security Council: Sanctions
Note: A complete summary of today's Security Council meeting will be made available after its conclusion.... more
9 months ago
UN.org
Press release: UK Government and defence industry stepping up support for Ukraine
Defence Secretary John Healey met UK defence industry leaders to discuss support for Ukraine... more
9 months ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Press release: Prime Minister to host President Zelenksyy at Downing Street as UK spearheads crack down on Russia's 'shadow fleet'
President Zelenskyy will be hosted by the Prime Minister at an extraordinary meeting of the Cabinet tomorrow morning.... more
9 months ago
UK Sanctions Russia
EU continues sanctions against 2 Nicaraguan nationals
The EU has continued sanctions against Nicaraguan nationals Luís Pérez Olivas and Alba Luz Ramos Vanegas in relation to human rights violations in Nicaragua. The notice gives them... more
9 months ago
Global-Sanctions
Counter Terrorism Designations, Updates and Removal; Transnational Criminal Organizations Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
9 months ago
OFAC (US)
Updates to OFAC Licensing Portal Application Status and Hotline
The Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is taking additional steps to provide greater transparency and information to specific license applicants by providing more... more
9 months ago
OFAC (US)
Press release: Government introduces new Fiscal Lock Law to deliver economic stability and protect family finances
New law bringing economic stability introduced to the House of Commons following the King’s Speech.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Draft Charter for Budget Responsibility text on the fiscal lock
The Budget Responsibility Bill will introduce the ‘fiscal lock’ to ensure fiscally significant announcements made by the government will be subject to an independent assessment by the Office... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Press release: Prime Minister to host President Zelenskyy at Downing Street as UK spearheads crack down on Russia's 'shadow fleet'
President Zelenskyy will be hosted by the Prime Minister at an extraordinary meeting of the Cabinet tomorrow morning.... more
9 months ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Corporate report: Main Supply Estimates 2024 to 2025
HM Treasury has published the central government main supply estimates for 2024 to 2025.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Social media monitoring in the UK: the invisible surveillance tool increasingly deployed by government
9 months ago
Privacy International News Feed
Official Statistics: Forecasts for the UK economy: June 2024
A comparison of independent forecasts for the UK economy in June 2024.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Official Statistics: Forecasts for the UK economy: July 2024
A comparison of independent forecasts for the UK economy in July 2024.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
114/2024 : 17 July 2024 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-1077/23
Bytedance v Commission Approximation of laws Digital Markets Act: The General Court dismisses the action brought by Bytedance (TikTok) against the decision of the Commission designating it as... more
9 months ago
curia.europa.eu
113/2024 : 17 July 2024 - Judgments of the General Court in Cases T-689/21, T-761/21
Auken and Others v Commission Law governing the institutions The Commission did not give the public sufficiently wide access to the purchase agreements for Covid-19 vaccines... more
9 months ago
curia.europa.eu
Corporate report: HM Treasury Main Estimate Memorandum 2024-25
This memorandum provides information on HM Treasury’s budgets as included within the 2024-25 Main Estimates.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Counter Narcotics Designations and Designation Update
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
9 months ago
OFAC (US)
Former Banker Asante Kwaku Berko Extradited from UK for Bribing Ghanaian Officials
A dual citizen of the United States and Ghana will make his initial appearance today in the Eastern District of New York to face charges related to his... more
9 months ago
.DOJ (US)
West Bank-related Designation Update
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
9 months ago
OFAC (US)
OFAC Basics Video Series - My Funds are Blocked, Now What?
Today, OFAC is releasing the second video in its "OFAC Basics" video series, "My Funds Are Blocked, Now What?" This video provides viewers with guidance on what it... more
9 months ago
OFAC (US)
Iran-related Designation; Non-Proliferation Designation
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
9 months ago
OFAC (US)
West Bank-related Designations; Transnational Criminal Organizations Designation
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
9 months ago
OFAC (US)
112/2024 : 11 July 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-196/23
Plamaro Approximation of laws The collective redundancies directive also applies in the event of the employer’s retirement... more
9 months ago
curia.europa.eu
111/2024 : 11 July 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-601/22
WWF Österreich and Others Environment and consumers The prohibition of hunting wolves in Austria is valid... more
9 months ago
curia.europa.eu
110/2024 : 11 July 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Joined Cases C-554/21, C-622/21, C-727/21
Hann-Invest Law governing the institutions Rule of law: only the judicial panel responsible for a case can decide its outcome... more
9 months ago
curia.europa.eu
News story: Boost for new National Wealth Fund to unlock private investment
The Government announces new plans to align key institutions under the National Wealth Fund that will boost growth and unlock investment.... more
9 months ago
HM Treasury
Bosnia and Herzegovina sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Bosnia and Herzegovina (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020... more
9 months ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Statutory guidance: Bosnia and Herzegovina sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Bosnia and Herzegovina (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020... more
9 months ago
UK Sanctions
Nicaragua sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Nicaragua (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020... more
9 months ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Statutory guidance: Nicaragua sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Nicaragua (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020... more
9 months ago
UK Sanctions
Global Human Rights sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Global Human Rights Sanctions Regulations 2020... more
9 months ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Statutory guidance: Global Human Rights sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Global Human Rights Sanctions Regulations 2020... more
9 months ago
UK Sanctions
Global anti-corruption sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Global Anti-Corruption Sanctions Regulations 2021... more
9 months ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Statutory guidance: Global anti-corruption sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Global Anti-Corruption Sanctions Regulations 2021... more
9 months ago
UK Sanctions
Zimbabwe sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Zimbabwe (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019... more
9 months ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Statutory guidance: Zimbabwe sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Zimbabwe (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019... more
9 months ago
UK Sanctions
Venezuela sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Venezuela (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019... more
9 months ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Statutory guidance: Venezuela sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Venezuela (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019... more
9 months ago
UK Sanctions
Republic of Guinea-Bissau sanctions: guidance
Guidance to accompany the Republic of Guinea-Bissau (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019... more
9 months ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Statutory guidance: Republic of Guinea-Bissau sanctions: guidance
Guidance to accompany the Republic of Guinea-Bissau (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019... more
9 months ago
UK Sanctions
Paris prosecutor opens probe into Le Pen’s 2022 campaign financing
PARIS (Reuters) -The Paris prosecutor’s office said on Tuesday it had launched a preliminary probe into allegations of illegal financing of far right National Rally (RN) leader Marine... more
9 months ago
..srnnews
Swiss government adopts more EU sanctions against Russia
ZURICH (Reuters) – Switzerland has expanded its sanctions against Russia to include additional measures recently taken up by the European Union against Moscow over its ongoing aggression against... more
9 months ago
..srnnews
News story: This government will have a ‘NATO first’ defence strategy: article by the Foreign Secretary and Defence Secretary
Foreign Secretary David Lammy and Defence Secretary John Healey wrote an article in The Telegraph ahead of the NATO 75th anniversary summit in Washington DC.... more
9 months ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Cyber-related Designation Removal; Russia-related Designation Removal; Issuance of Venezuelan General License 40C
OFAC has issued updated Venezuela General License 40C, Authorizing Certain Transactions Involving the Exportation or Reexportation of Liquefied Petroleum Gas to Venezuela. In addition, OFAC has updated its... more
10 months ago
OFAC (US)
News story: Chancellor unveils a new era for economic growth
The Chancellor has today promised to take immediate action to fix the foundations of the economy, rebuild Britain and make every part of the country better off.... more
10 months ago
HM Treasury
Speech: Chancellor Rachel Reeves is taking immediate action to fix the foundations of our economy
In her first speech as Chancellor, Rachel Reeves laid out plans to rebuild Britain and make every part of the country better off.... more
10 months ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Policy statement on onshore wind
Makes revisions to planning policy that place onshore wind on the same footing as other energy development in the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF).... more
10 months ago
HM Treasury
French Prime Minister Attal to resign after left alliance wins most seats
French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal has announced he will resign after a broad left-leaning coalition took the most seats in Sunday’s runoff parliamentary election. The New Popular Front... more
10 months ago
..srnnews
Abbott faces trial over claims Similac formula caused dangerous disease
(Reuters) – Similac baby formula maker Abbott is expected to face a trial on Monday over claims that its formula for preterm infants used in neonatal intensive care... more
10 months ago
..srnnews
News story: New Defence Secretary pledges to step up support for Ukraine on visit to Odesa
The UK's new Defence Secretary has pledged to step up the UK's support for Ukraine on a visit to Odesa, less than 48 hours after his appointment.... more
10 months ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Speech: It’s time to reset Britain’s relations with Europe: article by David Lammy
Writing in The Local Europe ahead of his trip to Germany, Poland and Sweden, the Foreign Secretary looks forward to Britain reconnecting with European neighbours.... more
10 months ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Issuance of OFAC Productions Submission Standards guidance
Today, the Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) issued its OFAC Guidance: Production Submission Standards, updating OFAC’s former data delivery standards. This guidance provides... more
10 months ago
OFAC (US)
Producing real change: key highlights of our 2024 results
10 months ago
Privacy International News Feed
Speech: Chancellor Rachel Reeves statement to HM Treasury - 5 July 2024
The Chancellor has today (05 July 2024) given her first speech to His Majesty's Treasury (HMT) staff.... more
10 months ago
HM Treasury
109/2024 : 4 July 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-450/22
Caixabank and Others Approximation of laws Mortgage loans: the transparency of ‘floor’ clauses may be reviewed in the context of a collective action concerning the entire banking system of... more
10 months ago
curia.europa.eu
Guidance: OFSI General licence INT/2024/4919848
Details for General licence INT/2024/4919848 Sale, divestment and transfer of financial instruments held by the NSD and payment of safe keeping fees to the NSD... more
10 months ago
HM Treasury
Update to Certain Russia-related Listings
The following language, "Secondary sanctions risk: See Section 11 of Executive Order 14024," has been added to the below names on the Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) List and/or... more
10 months ago
OFAC (US)
Guidance: OFSI General licence - INT/2024/4907888
Details for OFSI General licence INT/2024/4907888 - Payments for Visa Application Services... more
10 months ago
HM Treasury
Research: UK official holdings of international reserves: June 2024
This release details movements in the international reserves of gold and assets held by the UK Government.... more
10 months ago
HM Treasury
PI response to ICO consultation on data subject rights and generative AI
10 months ago
Privacy International News Feed
Guidance: OFSI General licence INT/2024/4881897
Details for OFSI General licence INT/2024/4881897 - Payments to Revenue Authorities... more
10 months ago
HM Treasury
Accredited official statistics: GDP deflators at market prices, and money GDP June 2024 (Quarterly National Accounts)
This document contains the latest gross domestic product (GDP) deflators. The GDP deflator can be viewed as a measure of general inflation in the domestic economy.... more
10 months ago
HM Treasury
Unanimously Adopting Resolution 2738 (2024), Security Council Renews Sanctions Regime concerning Democratic Republic of Congo
The Security Council decided today to renew the sanctions regime concerning the Democratic Republic of the Congo until 1 July 2025, and the mandate of the corresponding Group... more
10 months ago
UN.org
Guidance: OFSI General licence INT/2024/4888228
Details for OFSI General licence INT/2024/4888228 - Statutory Audit Fees... more
10 months ago
HM Treasury
Canadian Sanctions Related to Extremist Settler Violence in the West Bank, Gaza, and East Jerusalem (occupied Palestinian territories/oPt)
10 months ago
Canadian economic sanctions
108/2024 : 27 June 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-284/23
Haus Jacobus A pregnant worker must be afforded a reasonable time limit in order to be able to bring an action against her dismissal... more
10 months ago
curia.europa.eu
107/2024 : 27 June 2024 - Judgments of the Court of Justice in Cases C-144/19 P, C-151/19 P, C-164/19 P, C-166/19 P, C-176/19 P, C-197/19 P, C-198/19 P, C-201/19 P, C-207/19 P
Lupin v Commission Competition The Court of Justice rules on the existence of agreements, decisions and concerted practices and of abuse of a dominant position on the perindopril... more
10 months ago
curia.europa.eu
Settlement Agreement between the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control and Mondo TV, S.p.a.; Issuance of Russia-related General License
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) today announced a $538,000 settlement with Mondo TV, S.p.a. ("Mondo"). Mondo, an Italy-based animation company, has... more
10 months ago
OFAC (US)
Counter Terrorism and Iran-related Designations; Counter Narcotics Designations Removals
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
10 months ago
OFAC (US)
Puerto Rico sues former officials accused of corruption to recover more than $30M in public funds
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Puerto Rico’s Justice Department announced Tuesday that it is suing at least 30 ex-government officials accused of corruption to recover more than... more
10 months ago
..srnnews
106/2024 : 25 June 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-626/22
Ilva and Others Environment and consumers The operation of the Ilva steelworks must be suspended if it poses serious and significant threats to the environment and human health... more
10 months ago
curia.europa.eu
Guidance: Green Book supplementary guidance: use of Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis
A step-by-step guide for analysts and policymakers to be read as a supplement to the Green Book.... more
10 months ago
HM Treasury
Supreme Court rejects challenge to Connecticut law that eliminated religious vaccination exemption
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Monday rejected a challenge to a 2021 Connecticut law that eliminated the state’s longstanding religious exemption from childhood immunization requirements for... more
10 months ago
..srnnews
105/2024 : 21 June 2024 - Information
Death of Judge Marko Ilešič... more
10 months ago
curia.europa.eu
China sanctions several Lockheed Martin units, three executives over arms deals with Taiwan
BEIJING (AP) — China said Friday it has banned a number of business units of American aviation manufacturer Lockheed Martin Corp. and three of its executives over arms... more
10 months ago
..srnnews
Transparency data: OSCAR II – publishing data from the database: June 2024
The fourth quarterly OSCAR transparency release for 2023 to 2024.... more
10 months ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Financial sanctions guidance for charities and NGOs
Guidance for UK financial sanctions in relation to charities and non-governmental organisations (NGOs)... more
10 months ago
UK Sanctions
UK Maritime Services Ban and Oil Price Cap Industry Guidance
Guidance for UK financial sanctions in relation to the UK Maritime Services Ban and Oil Price Cap Exception... more
10 months ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Guidance: UK Maritime Services Ban and Oil Price Cap Industry Guidance
Guidance for UK financial sanctions in relation to the UK Maritime Services Ban and Oil Price Cap Exception... more
10 months ago
UK Sanctions
US finds adds Japan to foreign exchange monitoring list
WASHINGTON - The US Treasury on June 20 said no major trading partner appeared to have manipulated its currency in 2023, but it added Japan to a foreign... more
10 months ago
...straitstimes
Russia, China find payments workaround as US sanctions net widens, sources say
MOSCOW (Reuters) -Russia-China trade options have narrowed since the U.S. imposed sanctions last week on the only Russian bank branch in China, but President Vladimir Putin’s Chinese visit... more
10 months ago
..srnnews
Guidance: OFSI General licence - INT/2024/4836676
Details for OFSI General licence INT/2024/4836676 - Payments to the FCA... more
10 months ago
HM Treasury
PI's submission to the UN Special Rapporteur on the right to education's report on academic freedom
10 months ago
Privacy International News Feed
104/2024 : 20 June 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-540/22
Staatssecretaris van Justitie en Veiligheid Posted Ukrainian workers: the Member State in which the works are carried out may impose an obligation to obtain a residence permit... more
10 months ago
curia.europa.eu
103/2024 : 20 June 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-296/23
dm-drogerie markt Approximation of laws Advertising for biocidal products: EU law prohibits use of the indication ‘skin friendly’... more
10 months ago
curia.europa.eu
Balkans-related Designations; Publication of Balkans-Related General Licenses
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing Balkans-Related General License 3A, "Authorizing Certain Transactions Related to Agricultural Commodities, Medicine, Medical Devices, Replacement... more
10 months ago
OFAC (US)
102/2024 : 18 June 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-753/22
Bundesrepublik Deutschland Area of Freedom, Security and Justice Refugee status: a Member State is not required automatically to recognise refugee status granted in another Member State... more
10 months ago
curia.europa.eu
101/2024 : 18 June 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-352/22
Generalstaatsanwaltschaft Hamm Area of Freedom, Security and Justice The granting of refugee status in a Member State precludes the extradition of the person concerned to his or her... more
10 months ago
curia.europa.eu
Guidance: Whole of Government Accounts 2023 to 2024: guidance for preparers
Guidance for central government and local government preparers for Whole of Government Accounts.... more
10 months ago
HM Treasury
Privacy International's comments on the updated draft text of the UN Cybercrime Convention (May 2024)
10 months ago
Privacy International News Feed
Press release: Prime Minister to travel to Switzerland for major peace summit on Ukraine
The Prime Minister will travel to Switzerland today to reiterate the UK’s support for Ukraine.... more
10 months ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Security Council Sanctions Committee Concerning Democratic Republic of Congo Holds Meeting on Natural Resources
On 3 June 2024, the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1533 (2004) concerning the Democratic Republic of the Congo held informal consultations on “DRC-mined gold, tantalum... more
10 months ago
UN.org
Protracted Conflict in Sudan Demands Security Council’s Close Attention, United Action, Delegate Stresses, at Sanctions Committee Briefing
Parties that violate the arms embargo in Sudan may be subject to targeted sanctions, the senior United Nations official on that file warned, while Sudan’s representative said that... more
10 months ago
UN.org
Counter Terrorism Designations; West Bank-related Designation; Issuance of Amended Frequently Asked Questions
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing three amended Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs 828, 867, and 884). Additionally, the following changes have... more
10 months ago
OFAC (US)
US sends submarine to Cuba after Russian ships arrive
USS Helena, a Los Angeles-class boat, arrived on Thursday for a “routine port visit,” the US Southern Command said in a statement.  “The vessel’s location and transit were... more
10 months ago
...TehranNews
Press release: New UK sanctions to crack down on Putin's war machine
UK announces 50 new sanctions designations and specifications to degrade Putin’s war machine, in co-ordinated action with G7 partners to support Ukraine [ 13 June 2024].... more
10 months ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Generative AI won't take over the world, surveillance capitalism already has
10 months ago
Privacy International News Feed
Correspondence: DAO 02/24 - Accounts Directions 2023-24
'Dear Accounting Officer' letters provide advice on accountability, regularity, propriety, value for money and annual accounting exercises.... more
10 months ago
HM Treasury
Use of F-16s on Russian territory ‘not escalation’ – NATO chief
Donating fighter jets to Kiev will not involve members of the alliance in the conflict, Jens Stoltenberg has insisted Ukrainian strikes anywhere inside Russia using Western-donated F-16 aircraft... more
10 months ago
...TehranNews
100/2024 : 13 June 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-563/22
Zamestnik-predsedatel na Darzhavna agentsia za bezhantsite Area of Freedom, Security and Justice Stateless persons of Palestinian origin registered with UNRWA should, in principle, be granted refugee status if... more
10 months ago
curia.europa.eu
99/2024 : 13 June 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-123/22
Commission v Hungary Law governing the institutions Asylum policy: Hungary is ordered to pay a lump sum of 200 million euros and a penalty payment of 1 million... more
10 months ago
curia.europa.eu
US and Poland set up center to fight ‘Russian disinformation’ 
The Warsaw-based facility will detect “deceptive narratives” on the Ukraine conflict, the US State Department has said. The United States and Poland have launched an international group based... more
10 months ago
...TehranNews
Russia promises ‘decisive response’ to ‘confrontational’ US
The envoy made the statement during an address dedicated to Russia Day, which was celebrated on Wednesday. Earlier the same day, Washington announced more restrictions on Moscow over... more
10 months ago
...TehranNews
Crypto firm Terraform and Do Kwon to pay $6 billion to settle SEC fraud case
NEW YORK - Terraform Labs and its co-founder Do Kwon will pay US$4.47 billion (S$6 billion) to resolve a US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) lawsuit over the... more
10 months ago
...straitstimes
Russia-related Designations; Publication of Russia-related Determination; Issuance of Russia-related General Licenses and Frequently Asked Questions
OFAC has updated its SDN List and published numerous general licenses and frequently asked questions. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
10 months ago
OFAC (US)
U.S. Widens Sanctions Against Russia Over Ukraine Invasion
The United States on Wednesday announced a raft of new sanctions aimed at constraining Moscow's ability to wage war on Ukraine while raising the stakes for foreign banks... more
10 months ago
.moscowtimes
98/2024 : 12 June 2024 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-604/22
Société du Tour de France v EUIPO - FitX (TOUR DE X) Intellectual and industrial property Trade mark law: the action brought by Société du Tour de France... more
10 months ago
curia.europa.eu
Lead fund manager Gregoire Tournant in Allianz fraud case pleads guilty
The lead manager in a funds scandal that led to a $6bn settlement between Germany’s Allianz and US authorities has pleaded guilty to investment adviser fraud, two years... more
10 months ago
..cbs
News story: Joint Declaration of Intent on Support for Social Recovery and Inclusion in Ukraine
Joint Declaration of Intent between the Ministry of Social Policy of Ukraine, the UK, and other Development Partners.... more
10 months ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Guidance: Preston guidance: May 2024
Preston factors (earnings and interest factors) are provided for employers.... more
10 months ago
HM Treasury
97/2024 : 11 June 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-221/22 P
Commission v Deutsche Telekom The Commission must pay interest on fines it has unduly imposed in competition matters and which it has provisionally collected... more
10 months ago
curia.europa.eu
96/2024 : 11 June 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-646/21
Staatssecretaris van Justitie en Veiligheid Area of Freedom, Security and Justice International protection: refugee status may be granted to women who identify with the value of equality between... more
10 months ago
curia.europa.eu
Security Council Extends Mandate for Ombudsperson, Monitoring Team of Sanctions Regime against ISIL (Da’esh), Adopting Resolution 2374 (2024)
Extending the mandates of the Ombudsperson and the Monitoring Team of the sanctions regime against Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), also known as Da’esh, and... more
10 months ago
UN.org
News story: Support for social recovery and inclusion in Ukraine: joint declaration of intent
Joint declaration of intent between the Ministry of Social Policy of Ukraine, the UK, and other development partners.... more
10 months ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Counter Narcotics Designations; Sudan Designations; West Bank-related Designation
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
11 months ago
OFAC (US)
95/2024 : 6 June 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-547/22
INGSTEEL Approximation of laws Public procurement: a tenderer who has been unlawfully excluded from a procurement procedure may claim damages for loss of opportunity... more
11 months ago
curia.europa.eu
94/2024 : 6 June 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-441/21 P
Ryanair v Commission State aid COVID-19: the Court upholds the Commission’s decision authorising the solvency support fund for strategic Spanish undertakings... more
11 months ago
curia.europa.eu
US clears way for antitrust inquiries of Nvidia, Microsoft and OpenAI
WASHINGTON – Federal regulators have reached a deal that allows them to proceed with antitrust investigations into the dominant roles that Microsoft, OpenAI and Nvidia play in the... more
11 months ago
...straitstimes
Publication of Amended Syrian Sanctions Regulations and Related Frequently Asked Questions
The Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is amending the Syrian Sanctions Regulations, 31 C.F.R. Part 542 to, among other things, implement the relevant... more
11 months ago
OFAC (US)
Research: UK official holdings of international reserves: May 2024
This release details movements in the international reserves of gold and assets held by the UK government.... more
11 months ago
HM Treasury
93/2024 : 5 June 2024 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-134/21
Malacalza Investimenti and Malacalza v ECB Law governing the institutions Non-contractual liability on the part of the European Union: the General Court of the European Union dismisses the... more
11 months ago
curia.europa.eu
92/2024 : 5 June 2024 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-58/23
Supermac's v EUIPO - McDonald's International Property (BIG MAC) Intellectual and industrial property McDonald’s loses the EU trade mark Big Mac in respect of poultry products... more
11 months ago
curia.europa.eu
91/2024 : 4 June 2024 - Order of the General Court in cases T-530/22, T-531/22, T-532/22, T-533/22
Medel v Council Economic, social and territorial cohesion Rule of law: the actions brought by organisations of European judges against the Council decision approving the recovery and resilience... more
11 months ago
curia.europa.eu
Press release: UK and Latvia launch industry competition to provide thousands of drones for Ukraine
The drones will be procured as part of the Drone Capability Coalition for Ukraine, co-led by the UK and Latvia... more
11 months ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Security Council Extends Sanctions Regime on South Sudan for One Year, Adopting Resolution 2731 (2024) by Vote of 9 in Favour, 6 Abstentions
The Security Council today extended for one year the sanctions regime — including asset freezes, travel bans and an arms embargo — imposed on South Sudan, reiterating its... more
11 months ago
UN.org
US, Britain strike Houthi targets in Yemen after surge in attacks
The U.S. and Britain struck 13 Houthi targets in several locations in Yemen on Thursday in response to a recent surge in attacks by the Iran-backed militia group on ships... more
11 months ago
.Military Times
The Latest | Jury finds Trump guilty on all charges in hush money trial
It was the first time a former U.S. president was ever tried or convicted in a criminal case, and was the first of Trump’s four indictments to reach... more
11 months ago
..srnnews
Biden allows Ukraine to use US weapons to hit targets in Russia
Joe Biden has approved Kyiv’s use of American-made weapons to strike within Russia as long as the targets relate to Moscow’s offensive in Ukraine’s Kharkiv region, a US... more
11 months ago
..cbs
Transparency data: HMT spend greater than £25,000: January 2024
This document details HMT spend greater than £25,000.... more
11 months ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HMT spend greater than £25,000: March 2024
This document details HMT spend greater than £25,000.... more
11 months ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: Government procurement card HMT spend greater than £500: February 2024
This document details GPC (government procurement card) HMT spend greater than £500.... more
11 months ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: Government procurement card HMT spend greater than £500: March 2024
This document details GPC (government procurement card) HMT spend greater than £500.... more
11 months ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: Government procurement card HMT spend greater than £500: January 2024
This document details GPC (government procurement card) HMT spend greater than £500.... more
11 months ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HMT spend greater than £25,000: February 2024
This document details HMT spend greater than £25,000.... more
11 months ago
HM Treasury
90/2024 : 30 May 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-400/22
Conny Approximation of laws Online orders: the order button, or a similar function, must clearly indicate that, by clicking on it, the consumer assumes an obligation to pay... more
11 months ago
curia.europa.eu
89/2024 : 30 May 2024 - Judgments of the Court of Justice in Cases C-662/22, C-663/22, C-664/22, C-665/22, C-666/22, C-667/22
Airbnb Ireland E-commerce: a Member State may not impose additional obligations on an online service provider established in another Member State... more
11 months ago
curia.europa.eu
Policy paper: Government Action on Fraud in Covid Support Schemes
The government understands that people are frustrated with reports that fraudsters took advantage of Covid support schemes during the pandemic.... more
11 months ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Treasury Minutes progress report – May 2024
Progress report on the implementation of outstanding recommendations from the Committee of Public Accounts. The responses are a record of the government’s position as of 21 May 2024.... more
11 months ago
HM Treasury
88/2024 : 29 May 2024 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-395/22
Hypo Vorarlberg Bank v SRB Economic policy The General Court of the European Union finds that the calculation of the 2022 ex-ante contributions to the Single Resolution Fund... more
11 months ago
curia.europa.eu
87/2024 : 29 May 2024 - Judgments of the General Court in Cases T-200/22, T-314/22
Poland v Commission Law governing the institutions The General Court maintains Poland's obligation to pay the daily penalty imposed in the case concerning the Turów mine... more
11 months ago
curia.europa.eu
Cyber-related Designations and Designation Update
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
11 months ago
OFAC (US)
Publication of Amended Cuban Assets Control Regulations (CACR) and Related Frequently Asked Questions
The Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is amending the Cuban Assets Control Regulations, 31 C.F.R. Part 515 (CACR) to further implement portions of... more
11 months ago
OFAC (US)
Guidance: OFSI General licence INT/2024/4761108
Details for OFSI General licence INT/2024/4761108 - Funds of non-designated third parties involving designated credit or financial institutions (“Personal Remittances”)... more
11 months ago
HM Treasury
What's behind a historic, unusual U.S. military cash transfer to Canadian mines
The United States was growing desperate, months before its entry into the Second World War. It was gravely short of aluminum, and scrambling for suppliers. Its solution: turn... more
11 months ago
.cbc
Dutch court permits sanctions defendant to continue trading pending trial
The District Court of Rotterdam has permitted a defendant (charged with breaching Russia sanctions by exporting computers to Russia via third countries) to continue trading his company’s stock... more
11 months ago
Global-Sanctions
Notice: Access to cash designation
Publication of decisions on access to cash designation.... more
11 months ago
HM Treasury
Counter Terrorism and Iran-Related Designations Removals and Updates
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action.... more
11 months ago
OFAC (US)
Policy paper: Joint Statement: EU-UK Financial Regulatory Forum, May 2024
HM Treasury and European Commission joint statement on the second EU-UK Financial Regulatory Forum.... more
11 months ago
HM Treasury
UK publishes Russia sanctions guidance re sales of oil tankers to third countries
The UK has published guidance to support businesses in their Russia sanctions compliance procedures for the sale and brokering of oil tankers to third countries, outlining: Reg 29... more
11 months ago
Global-Sanctions
Sports and Surveillance
11 months ago
Privacy International News Feed
United States Reaches Over $310 Million Settlement with Norfolk Southern to Address Harms Caused by East Palestine Train Derailment
Today, the Justice Department and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a settlement valued at over $310 million with Norfolk Southern Railway Company holding the company accountable to address... more
11 months ago
.DOJ (US)
Magellan Diagnostics Agrees to Plead Guilty and Pay $42 Million to Resolve Criminal Charges
BOSTON – Magellan Diagnostics, Inc., a medical device company headquartered in Billerica, Mass., has agreed to resolve criminal charges relating to its concealment of a device malfunction that... more
11 months ago
FDA Criminal Investigations
Press release: UK sanctions collaborators of Russia’s illegal sham referendums
The UK announces 92 sanctions in response to the Russian regime imposing sham referendums in 4 regions of Ukraine.... more
11 months ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Security Council Al-Shabaab Sanctions Committee Adds Three Entries to Its Sanctions List
On 21 May 2024, the Security Council Committee pursuant to resolution 2713 (2023) concerning Al-Shabaab approved the addition of the entries specified below to its Sanctions List of... more
11 months ago
UN.org
News story: Deal reached on interim Fiscal Framework for Northern Ireland
Fair deal delivers on commitment made within the Northern Ireland Executive’s restoration financial package.... more
11 months ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Northern Ireland Executive’s Interim Fiscal Framework
The agreement between the Northern Ireland Executive and the UK government on the Northern Ireland Executive’s Interim Fiscal Framework.... more
11 months ago
HM Treasury
Speech: Economic Secretary's speech at the CityWeek Conference
Economic Secretary to the Treasury Bim Afolami delivers speech at the CityWeek conference on the benefits of economic sovereignty to reinforce the UK’s capital markets.... more
11 months ago
HM Treasury
Press release: UK strengthens ties with Finland in vow to support Ukraine
The UK and Finland have signed a strategic partnership declaring Russia as the most significant and direct threat to European peace and stability.... more
11 months ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Transparency data: Treasury Minutes – May 2024
Government departments respond to the Public Accounts Committee reports through a Treasury minute.... more
11 months ago
HM Treasury
Speech: The Future of UK Finance
Economic Secretary to the Treasury Bim Afolami delivers keynote speech at UK Finance at Bright Blue event in partnership with Virgin Money... more
11 months ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: [Withdrawn]Financial Sanctions, Burundi
From 16 May 2024, this regime is no longer in force.... more
11 months ago
HM Treasury
[Withdrawn]Financial Sanctions, Burundi
From 16 May 2024, this regime is no longer in force.... more
11 months ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
National Statistics: Public Spending Statistics release: May 2024
The May 2024 national statistics public expenditure outturn release.... more
11 months ago
HM Treasury
Two court judgments, one regulatory decision - Bricks fall around UK's GPS tagging of migrants
11 months ago
Privacy International News Feed
Counter-Terrorism sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Counter-Terrorism (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019... more
11 months ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Statutory guidance: Counter-Terrorism sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Counter-Terrorism (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019... more
11 months ago
UK Sanctions
North Korea Designations; Amendment to the Iranian Transactions and Sanctions Regulations; Issuance of Iran-Related Frequently Asked Questions
The Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is amending the Iranian Transactions and Sanctions Regulations (ITSR) to incorporate Iran-related General License D-2 and publishing... more
11 months ago
OFAC (US)
Policy paper: Privacy policy for the Green Book Network
HM Treasury privacy policy for those wanting to sign up to the Green Book newsletter mailing list.... more
11 months ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Business case guidance for projects and programmes
HM Treasury guidance on how to develop business cases for projects and programmes.... more
11 months ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Green Book supplementary guidance: multi-criteria decision analysis
A step-by-step guide for analysts and policymakers to be read as a supplement to the Green Book.... more
11 months ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Green Book supplementary guidance: climate change and environmental valuation
Supplementary guidance to the Green Book covering the consideration of natural capital and environmental impacts in policy appraisal.... more
11 months ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Sustainability Disclosure Requirements: Implementation Update 2024
The UK’s Sustainability Disclosure Requirements (SDR) framework builds on global best practice and leading standards, supporting the UK’s ambition to become the world’s first Net Zero Aligned Financial... more
11 months ago
HM Treasury
86/2024 : 16 May 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-405/23
Touristic Aviation Services Transport Rights of air passengers: the shortage of airport staff for loading baggage which caused a long delay of a flight may constitute an "exceptional... more
11 months ago
curia.europa.eu
85/2024 : 16 May 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-27/23
Hocinx Freedom of movement for persons Equal treatment: frontier workers must enjoy the same social advantages as resident workers... more
11 months ago
curia.europa.eu
Press release: £85 million pledged to tackle antibiotic emergency
Funding of £85 million will be announced at a global event to support the international community in tackling the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance.... more
11 months ago
HM Treasury
Latest developments with facial recognition technology in the UK
11 months ago
Privacy International News Feed
Policy Alert on Disrupting Irregular Migration: Best Practices in Response to Recent Developments in the Aviation Sector
Today, the U.S. Departments of Treasury, State and Homeland Security, are jointly issuing a business advisory titled "Policy Alert on Disrupting Irregular Migration: Best Practices in Response to... more
11 months ago
OFAC (US)
UN Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities calls on the UK to act on AI human rights risks
11 months ago
Privacy International News Feed
Official Statistics: Forecasts for the UK economy: May 2024
A comparison of independent forecasts for the UK economy in May 2024.... more
11 months ago
HM Treasury
Official Statistics: Mortgage Guarantee Scheme Quarterly Statistics: 19 April 2021 to 31 December 2023
This statistical release presents official statistics on the government’s 2021 mortgage guarantee scheme.... more
11 months ago
HM Treasury
Official Statistics: Help to Buy: ISA Scheme Quarterly Statistics: December 2015 to 31 December 2023
This statistical release presents official statistics on the government’s Help to Buy: ISA scheme.... more
11 months ago
HM Treasury
After cutting corporate taxes, France gets $22b in pledges from foreign investors like Pfizer, Amazon
PARIS - France won a record €15 billion (S$21.9 billion) in foreign investment pledges on May 13, allowing President Emmanuel Macron to bask in the limelight with global... more
11 months ago
...straitstimes
Press release: Leading tech firms invest over £2 billion in the UK in one week
Major investments have been made in the past week alone... more
11 months ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Preston guidance: April 2024
Preston factors (earnings and interest factors) are provided for employers.... more
11 months ago
HM Treasury
Press release: Government expands support for pupils with SEND
Locations announced for 16 new special free schools and trusts appointed at a further 7 schools, providing thousands of vital places across England.... more
11 months ago
HM Treasury
News story: Second US-UK Strategic Sanctions Dialogue: joint statement
The UK government hosted a senior US government delegation for the second United States-UK Strategic Sanctions Dialogue. ... more
11 months ago
HM Treasury
Press release: Armed Forces minister hails unity of support for Ukraine and Black Sea security during Europe visits
Armed Forces minister has met with defence leaders and military chiefs in Romania and Bulgaria. This follows the UK government announcing a further £500m in military support for... more
11 months ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Amendment of the Reporting, Procedures and Penalties Regulations (RPPR)
The Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is amending the Reporting, Procedures and Penalties Regulations (RPPR). The RPPR sets forth standard reporting and recordkeeping... more
11 months ago
OFAC (US)
Policy paper: UK and Singapore strengthen collaboration in sustainable finance and FinTech
HM Treasury and Monetary Authority of Singapore joint statement on the ninth meeting of the UK-Singapore Financial Dialogue.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
84/2024 : 8 May 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-53/23
Asociaţia "Forumul Judecătorilor din România" Principles of Community law Rule of Law: EU law does not require that professional associations of judges are granted the right to challenge... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
83/2024 : 8 May 2024 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-28/22
Ryanair v Commission State aid The General Court of the European Union annuls the decision of the Commission to approve restructuring aid for charter airline Condor... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
82/2024 : 8 May 2024 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-375/22
Izuzquiza and Others v Parliament Law governing the institutions Transparency: the European Parliament must give access, in the interests of public scrutiny, to information relating to a Member of... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Pro-Palestinian protesters occupy Amsterdam university overnight
AMSTERDAM: Pro-Palestinian protesters were occupying a University of Amsterdam (UvA) site on Wednesday, a day after police clashed with protesters in the Dutch capital and broke up an... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
81/2024 : 7 May 2024 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-4/23
Mirin Citizenship of the Union According to Advocate General Richard de la Tour, a Member State’s refusal to recognise changes of forename and gender acquired in another Member... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
80/2024 : 7 May 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-115/22
NADA and Others Principles of Community law The Austrian arbitration committee competent to combat doping in sport is not entitled to submit questions to the Court of Justice... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Formal Launch of New OFAC Sanctions List Service Application
OFAC has deployed its new Sanctions List Service (SLS). SLS is now the primary application OFAC will use to deliver sanctions list files and data to the public.... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
'Canada is a rule-of-law country': Canada arrests 3 Indians in Nijjar murder case
NEW DELHI: Canadian PM Justin Trudeau said on Saturday that Canada is a "rule-of-law country" following the arrest of three Indian nationals in a case linked to killing... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
Research: UK official holdings of international reserves: April 2024
This release details movements in the international reserves of gold and assets held by the UK government.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Security Council Sanctions Committee Concerning Democratic Republic of Congo Issues Clarification
It will be recalled that following the adoption by the Security Council of resolution 2667 (2022), the armed and security forces of the Government of the Democratic Republic... more
1 year ago
UN.org
Press release: Foreign Secretary visits Ukraine after UK's multi-year commitment to deliver £3 billion of military support
The Foreign Secretary visited Ukraine to reiterate the UK's unequivocal support for the Ukrainian people.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
EU Sanctions Update: criminal offences and penalties (Directive EU 2024/1226)
1 year ago
Sanctions Insight
Russia-related Designations; Non-Proliferation Designations; Issuance of Russia-related General Licenses
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Russia-related General License 95, "Authorizing Civil Aviation Safety and Wind Down Transactions Involving Limited Liability... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Examples of algorithmic management abuses
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Press release: UK announces steps to provide more consumer choice through Overseas Funds Regime
The new regime will support greater competition in the sector and more choice to consumers, supporting industry growth.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
OFSI launch FAQs
On 1 May, the Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) introduced Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), a new form of additional guidance aimed at providing technical support to industry... more
1 year ago
Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation
UK Financial Sanctions FAQs
OFSI publishes FAQs providing short-form guidance and technical information on financial sanctions.... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Guidance: UK Financial Sanctions FAQs
OFSI publishes FAQs providing short-form guidance and technical information on financial sanctions.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions
Policy paper: Anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism: Supervision Report 2022-23
Annual report for 2022 to 2023 on anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing (AML/CFT) supervision.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism: Supervision Report 2020-22
Annual report for 2020 to 2022 on anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing (AML/CFT) supervision.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Former Italian foreign minister convicted for role in sale of Monte Carlo apartment
MILAN (AP) — A former Italian foreign minister has been convicted and sentenced to two years and eight months in prison for his role in the sale of... more
1 year ago
..srnnews
EU investigates ‘greenwashing’ at 20 airlines
EU regulators have opened an investigation of 20 airlines over their potentially “misleading greenwashing practices”, including the claimed benefits of offsetting emissions from flying. The European Commission said... more
1 year ago
..cbs
Correspondence: Asset Purchase Facility (APF) ceiling, April 2024
The Chancellor of the Exchequer and the Governor of the Bank of England jointly agreed to reduce the maximum authorised size of the APF. This was confirmed via... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
79/2024 : 30 April 2024 - Information
20th anniversary of the accession of 10 States to the European Union... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
78/2024 : 30 April 2024 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-650/22
FIFA Area of Freedom, Security and Justice AG Szpunar: Some FIFA rules on transfer of players may prove to be contrary to EU law... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
77/2024 : 30 April 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-670/22
M.N. (EncroChat) Area of Freedom, Security and Justice EncroChat: the Court of Justice clarifies the conditions for the transmission and use of evidence in criminal cases with a... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
76/2024 : 30 April 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-178/22
Procura della Repubblica presso il Tribunale di Bolzano Approximation of laws Privacy and prosecution of serious offences: the court responsible for authorising access to telephone records in order... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
75/2024 : 30 April 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-470/21
La Quadrature du Net and Others Approximation of laws Combating criminal offences and interference with fundamental rights: a national public authority responsible for combating online counterfeiting may access identification... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Press release: Minister for Europe to underline UK support for Moldova amid growing Russian aggression
UK Minister for Europe Nusrat Ghani hosts the third UK-Moldova Strategic Dialogue in London.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Press release: Cash injection for millions as National Insurance cut hits payslips
Workers will see the impact in their payslips tomorrow (Tuesday 30 April)... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Russia-related Designations Removals
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
'Sniper Seen on Roof Overlooking Pro-Palestine Protest' at Indiana University
A police sniper was reportedly photographed and filmed "overlooking" pro-Palestine protests at Indiana University on Thursday. if you criticize the state of israel they send snipers to your... more
1 year ago
.informationliberation
Ukraine’s farm minister is the latest corruption suspect as Kyiv aims to undo recent Russian gains
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — A Ukrainian court on Friday ordered the detention of the country’s farm minister in the latest high-profile corruption investigation, while Kyiv security officials assessed... more
1 year ago
..srnnews
Columbia University retracts ultimatum for pro-Palestinian demonstrators amid escalating tensions on campuses
Columbia University retracted ultimatum for pro-Palestinian demonstrators amidst US tensions. Police used force at universities. Debates on free speech intensified. Student Skyler Sieradsky expressed fear as a Jew... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
South Korean police raid office of incoming head of doctors’ group over protracted strikes
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korean police said Friday they searched the office of the hard-line incoming leader of an association of doctors and confiscated his mobile... more
1 year ago
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Report: Spain To Send Patriot Missiles To Ukraine
European lawmakers have approved a resolution that calls for the "immediate and unconditional release" of all political prisoners held in Russia, including journalists Alsu Kurmasheva and Evan Gershkovich.... more
1 year ago
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Security Council ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida Sanctions Committee Amends One Entry on Its Sanctions List
On 25 April 2024, the Security Council Committee pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999), 1989 (2011) and 2253 (2015) concerning ISIL (Da’esh), Al‑Qaida and associated individuals, groups, undertakings and... more
1 year ago
UN.org
Counter Terrorism Designations; Iran-related Designations; Non-Proliferation Designations; Russia-related Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
News story: Liz Oakes appointed and Carolyn Wilkins reappointed to the Financial Policy Committee
Liz Oakes has been appointed and Carolyn Wilkins has been reappointed as external members of the Financial Policy Committee (FPC), the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt, has... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: Treasury Minutes – April 2024
Government departments respond to the Public Accounts Committee reports through a Treasury minute.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
74/2024 : 25 April 2024 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-446/21
Schrems Principles of Community law AG Rantos: Privacy: a public statement by the user of a social network about his or her sexual orientation renders those data ‘manifestly... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
73/2024 : 25 April 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Joined Cases C-684/22, C-685/22, C-686/22
Stadt Duisburg Citizenship of the Union EU law does not, in principle, preclude the automatic loss of German nationality in the event of recovery of Turkish nationality... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Policy paper: Basic bank accounts: July 2022 to June 2023
The eighth publication of data on the UK basic bank account market.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
72/2024 : 25 April 2024 - Judgments of the Court of Justice in Cases C-420/22, C-528/22
NW Area of Freedom, Security and Justice Citizenship of the European Union: the withdrawal, on the basis of classified information, of the residence permit of a third-country national... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
News story: Chancellor marks military support for Ukraine on visit to Kyiv
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt tells President Volodymyr Zelenskyy that Britain will stand with Ukraine for “as long as it takes” on visit to Kyiv.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: G7 Cyber Expert Group conducts cross-border coordination exercise in the financial sector
The coordination exercise took place on 17 April 2024.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Preston guidance: March 2024
Preston factors (earnings and interest factors) are provided for employers.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Joint statement from the Specialised Committee on Financial Provisions, 24 April 2024
Joint statement following the ninth meeting of the Financial Provisions Specialised Committee on 24 April 2023... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
71/2024 : 24 April 2024 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-157/23
Kneipp v EUIPO - Patou (Joyful by nature) Intellectual and industrial property EU trade marks: the General Court confirms that the reputation of a trade mark is acquired... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
70/2024 : 24 April 2024 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-205/22
Naass and Sea-Watch v Frontex Law governing the institutions The General Court partially annuls the Frontex decision refusing a request by Sea-Watch for access to documents... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
A top Russian military official reportedly linked to Ukraine’s Mariupol arrested for bribe-taking
A top Russian military official was arrested on suspicion of accepting a bribe, authorities said Tuesday, a high-profile arrest that comes as Moscow’s war in Ukraine is in... more
1 year ago
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Counter Terrorism Designations; Hostages and Wrongfully Detained U.S. Nationals Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Policy paper: World Bank 109th Development Committee Meeting: UK Governor's statement
This document is the UK Governor’s statement to the World Bank’s 109th Development Committee meeting on 19 April 2024.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: Agreed joint statement from HM Treasury and the Investment Association
Statement released today (23 April 2024)... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Google fires more workers who protested its deal with Israel
It’s the latest sign of internal turmoil at the tech giant centered on “Project Nimbus,” a $1.2 billion contract signed in 2021 for Google and Amazon to provide... more
1 year ago
..srnnews
Press release: PM to announce largest-ever military aid package to Ukraine on visit to Poland
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will announce the largest-ever military aid package to Ukraine on his visit to Poland.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Press release: PM call with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine: 23 April 2024
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak spoke to Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy this morning.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
German EU lawmaker’s aide is arrested on suspicion of spying for China
BERLIN (AP) — A man who works for a German lawmaker in the European Parliament has been arrested on suspicion of spying for China, German prosecutors said Tuesday.... more
1 year ago
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Elon Musk accuses Australia of censorship after court bans violent video
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Tech billionaire Elon Musk accused Australia of censorship after an Australian judge ruled that his social media platform X must block users worldwide from... more
1 year ago
..srnnews
Settlement Agreement between the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control and SCG Plastics Co., Ltd.
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) today announced a settlement with SCG Plastics Co., Ltd. ("SCG Plastics"), part of a multinational enterprise... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Policy paper: Proposals for the design of the future entity for UK Open Banking
The Joint Regulatory Oversight Committee (JROC) has published its recommendations for the open banking future entity and welcomes input on certain questions.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Non-Proliferation Designations; West Bank-related Designations; Issuance of Russia-related General License
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Russia-related General License 94, "Authorizing Transactions Involving OWH SE i.L. (Formerly Known as VTB Bank... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
News story: Readout of Five Finance Ministers Meeting in Washington DC
UK Chancellor Jeremy Hunt chaired a meeting of the “Five Finance Ministers” of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United States.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Press release: LANDMARK CHILDCARE ROLLOUT ON TRACK
Government publishes new data showing 195,355 children benefitting from government-funded childcare for two-year-olds in successful April launch... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Iran-related Designations; Counter Terrorism Designations; Non-proliferation Designations; Russia-related Designations Updates
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Policy paper: Memorandum of understanding: between the Financial Conduct Authority and the Bank of England (exercising its prudential regulation functions)
This document contains the following information: Memorandum of understanding: between the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and the Bank of England (exercising its prudential regulation functions)... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Treasury Approvals Process for projects and programmes
HM Treasury guidance on the scrutiny and approval of projects and programmes in scope of the Treasury Approvals Process (TAP).... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Press release: Boost to everyday charitable donations through new VAT relief
Consultation on VAT relief on everyday charitable donations will be launched before 23 July 2024.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Open consultation: Consultation on the VAT Treatment of Private Hire Vehicles
Consultation on the potential tax impacts of recent High Court judgments on transport legislation on the private hire vehicle sector and its passengers.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
69/2024 : 18 April 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-605/21
Heureka Group Competition Infringements of EU competition law: the former Czech rules on limitation are incompatible with EU law... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Issuance of Venezuela-related General License and Associated Frequently Asked Questions
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Venezuela-related General License 44A, "Authorizing the Wind Down of Transactions Related to Oil or Gas... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Press release: Foreign Secretary to urge G7 partners to hold firm and step up support for Ukraine 
At the Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Italy the Foreign Secretary will urge G7 partners to keep up pressure on Putin as he continues his illegal war with Ukraine. ... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
68/2024 : 17 April 2024 - Information
Formal sitting for a eulogy in memory of John L. Murray, Philippe Léger and Waltraud Hakenberg... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Comments on the Zero Draft of the UN Global Digital Compact
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Official Statistics: Forecasts for the UK economy: April 2024
A comparison of independent forecasts for the UK economy in April 2024.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
67/2024 : 17 April 2024 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-255/23
Escobar v EUIPO (Pablo Escobar) Intellectual and industrial property The name Pablo Escobar may not be registered as an EU trade mark... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Publication of Final Rule to Remove the Zimbabwe Sanctions Regulations
The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing a final rule to remove the Zimbabwe Sanctions Regulations, 31 CFR part 541, from the Code of Federal Regulations.... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
News story: Jessica Pulay to become CEO of the UK Debt Management Office
She will succeed Sir Robert Stheeman as Chief Executive Officer of the UK Debt Management Office this summer... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: Joint statement on Multilateral Development Bank Callable Capital
The UK participated in a joint shareholder statement on Multilateral Development Bank (MDB) Callable Capital in response to the G20's Review of MDB Capital Adequacy Frameworks.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Security Council 1718 Sanctions Committee Amends One Entry on Its Sanctions List
On 15 April 2024, the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1718 (2006) enacted the amendments, specified with strikethrough and/or underline, in the entry below on its... more
1 year ago
UN.org
Belarus Designations; Issuance of Venezuela-related General License
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Venezuela-related General License 5O "Authorizing Certain Transactions Related to the Petróleos de Venezuela, S.A. 2020... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
News story: UK and U.S. to clamp down harder on the trade of Russian metals
Today’s action brings the world’s two largest metal exchanges into the scope of existing bans.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Publication of Russia-related Determinations; Issuance of Russia-related General License and Frequently Asked Questions
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing a Determination for Prohibitions Related to Imports of Aluminum, Copper, and Nickel of Russian Federation... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Amid Spectre of Nuclear Conflict in Korean Peninsula, Veto in Security Council Blocking Sanctions Monitoring Tool Sets Dangerous Precedent, Speakers Tell General Assembly
In a meeting triggered by a veto cast by the Russian Federation on 28 March to reject the adoption of a Council resolution that would have extended the... more
1 year ago
UN.org
Counter Terrorism Designations; Balkans-related Designation Removal; Cyber-related Designation Update
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
66/2024 : 11 April 2024 - Information
The final of the "European Law Moot Court" competition will take place tomorrow at the Court of Justice of the European Union in Luxembourg... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Guidance: Preston guidance: February 2024
Preston factors (earnings and interest factors) are provided for employers.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Vietnamese real estate tycoon sentenced to death in $12B fraud case
A court in Vietnam on Thursday ordered the death penalty for a real estate tycoon found guilty in a financial fraud case totalling more than $12 billion US.... more
1 year ago
.cbc
65/2024 : 11 April 2024 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-600/22 P
Puigdemont i Casamajó and Comín i Oliveres v Parliament Law governing the institutions Advocate General Szpunar: the refusal by the former President of the European Parliament to recognise... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
64/2024 : 11 April 2024 - Opinions of the Advocate General in joined cases C-555/22 P, C-556/22 P, C-564/22 P
United Kingdom v Commission and Others State aid Advocate General Medina: The Court of Justice should annul the Commission decision finding that the United Kingdom granted illegal tax rulings... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
63/2024 : 11 April 2024 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-768/21
Land Hessen Principles of Community law Protection of personal data: according to Advocate General Pikamäe, the supervisory authority has an obligation to act when it finds a breach... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Press release: Russia should release Kara-Murza immediately on humanitarian grounds: Foreign Secretary on the anniversary of Vladimir Kara-Murza's arrest
Foreign Secretary David Cameron marks two years since the arrest of Vladimir Kara-Murza for opposing Russia’s illegal war in Ukraine.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Speech: Ukraine's Reconstruction: Minister for Europe speech at Delphi Economic Forum
Minister for Europe Nusrat Ghani's speech at the Delphi Economic Forum on Ukraine's reconstruction, 11 April 2024.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
The EU Migration Pact: a dangerous regime of migrant surveillance
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
62/2024 : 10 April 2024 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-411/22
Dexia v SRB Economic policy The calculation of the 2022 ex ante contributions to the Single Resolution Fund (SRF) is unlawful... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
61/2024 : 10 April 2024 - Judgments of the General Court in Cases T-301/22, T-304/22
Aven v Council External relations War in Ukraine: the General Court annuls the inclusion of Petr Aven and Mikhail Fridman on the lists of persons subject to restrictive... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
U.S. announces $138 million in military sales of Hawk missile systems support for Ukraine
WASHINGTON (AP) — The State Department has greenlighted an emergency $138 million in foreign military sales for Ukraine to provide critical repairs and spare parts for Kyiv’s Hawk... more
1 year ago
..srnnews
PI seeks to inform report on AI and racial discrimination of the UN Special Rapporteur on racism
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Venezuela arrests former Maduro allies in oil corruption probe
Venezuela’s former oil minister Tareck El Aissami, once a powerful confidante of authoritarian president Nicolás Maduro, has been arrested on allegations of corruption, the socialist government announced on... more
1 year ago
..cbs
Canada's spy agency reveals Chinese interference in 2 elections won by Justin Trudeau
Canada's domestic spy agency has determined that China interfered in the last two elections, according to testimony in an official probe on Monday, providing the strongest evidence to... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
Norfolk Southern agrees to pay $600M in Ohio train derailment settlement
Norfolk Southern has agreed to pay $600 million in a class-action lawsuit settlement related to a fiery train derailment in February 2023 in eastern Ohio. The company said... more
1 year ago
..srnnews
EU nations obligated to protect citizens from climate change, human rights court rules
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) ruled on Tuesday in favour of a group of elderly Swiss women who had argued that their government's inadequate efforts to... more
1 year ago
.cbc
Turkey imposes trade restrictions over Gaza war after branding Israel a terrorist state
ISTANBUL: Turkey said it would impose trade restrictions on Israel starting Tuesday over the war in Gaza, covering a range of products including cement and steel and iron... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
China investigates senior executive at top defence group, China Electronics Technology
Chinese anti-corruption authorities are investigating a senior executive at one of the country’s top military equipment suppliers, China Electronics Technology Group Corporation, in a new sign of turmoil... more
1 year ago
..cbs
Press release: Foreign Secretary to bolster support for Ukraine in visit to Washington DC
The Foreign Secretary will travel to Washington DC to urge US partners to unlock additional funding for Ukraine, giving them the tools they need to win its war... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
‘Panama Papers’ money laundering trial opens
  The trial of 27 people opened Monday in Panama from charges stemming from the Panama Papers, a cache of millions of financial documents that exposed money laundering... more
1 year ago
.voanews
Nicaragua suing Germany for genocide complicity, supplying arms to Israel
Nicaragua, a longstanding supporter of the Palestinian cause, is broadening the legal battle over the Gaza conflict at the International Court of Justice by bringing a case against... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
Credit Suisse takes fight over $1 billion awarded to billionaire to Singapore’s top court
A unit of defunct lender Credit Suisse will seek to overturn an order to pay US$743 million (S$1 billion) to a billionaire client over the actions of a... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
Your embassies not safe after Syria strike, Iran warns Israel
JERUSALEM: A top Iranian military adviser on Sunday warned Israel that none of its embassies were safe following last week’s strike in Damascus blamed on Israel that killed... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
Israeli Politician Suggests Israel Will Use Nukes If America Stops Supplying Weapons Aid
Israeli MK Nissim Vaturi, a representative in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's ruling Likud party, issued a not-so-veiled threat on Saturday suggesting that if America doesn't supply Israel with... more
1 year ago
.informationliberation
China is giving Russia geospatial intel, says US
The US is warning allies that China has stepped up its support for Russia, including by providing geospatial intelligence, to help Moscow in its war against Ukraine. Amid... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
Israel says its strike that killed aid workers was a mistake. Rights groups say it was no anomaly
CAIRO (AP) — Two basic mistakes, according to the Israeli military. First, an officer overlooked a message detailing the vehicles in the convoy. Second, a spotter saw something... more
1 year ago
..srnnews
Press release: Government rewards workers with record tax cut for 29 million
Government rewards hard work with record tax cut to National Insurance for 29 million workers... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Press release: UK donates £2 million lifesaving healthcare package to Ukraine
Ventilators, oxygen concentrators, pumps and monitors among kit donated to Ukraine.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Press release: UK Government rewards work with £701 a year boost for workers in Wales
Average worker in Wales will be £701 better off a year as government cuts taxes... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Counter Terrorism Designations and Designation Update; Iran-related Designation
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Consultation outcome: Decommissioning relief deeds: increasing tax certainty for oil and gas investment in the UK Continental Shelf
Seeking views to provide certainty on decommissioning relief through a Decommissioning Relief Deed. ... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Research: UK official holdings of international reserves: March 2024
This release details movements in the international reserves of gold and assets held by the UK Government.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
IDF Admits to Misidentification in Strike That Killed Humanitarian Workers in Gaza
IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi issued an apology early Wednesday for a devastating Israeli strike on an aid convoy in Gaza that resulted in the deaths of... more
1 year ago
..srnnews
Swiss banker gets no prison in ‘Singapore Solution’ tax scam
NEW YORK - An executive at a Swiss holding company did not get prison time for participating in a scheme to help US taxpayers hide more than US$60... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
Russia-related Designation Removal
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Open consultation: Draft regulations: the Co-ownership Contractual Schemes (Tax) Regulations 2024
The draft regulations set out tax rules for the Reserved Investor Fund, and make amendments to the tax rules for Co-ownership Authorised Contractual Schemes.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Staying compliant with financial sanctions in the maritime sector
Compliance with financial sanctions is critical for all businesses including those in the maritime shipping sector. For maritime businesses, including shipping companies, port operators, insurers, and financial institutions,... more
1 year ago
Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation
National Statistics: GDP deflators at market prices, and money GDP March 2024 (Quarterly National Accounts)
This document contains the latest gross domestic product (GDP) deflators. The GDP deflator can be viewed as a measure of general inflation in the domestic economy.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Citigroup cuts US tech banker jobs during broad reorganisation
NEW YORK - Citigroup implemented a fresh round of job cuts in its US investment bank last week, according to people familiar with the matter, as the financial... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
Court approves 3M settlement over ‘forever chemicals’ in public drinking water systems
Chemical manufacturer 3M will begin payments starting in the third quarter to many U.S. public drinking water systems as part of a multi-billion-dollar settlement over contamination with potentially... more
1 year ago
..srnnews
British PM Rishi Sunak faces revolt from party over bill to criminalise homelessness
LONDON: British PM Rishi Sunak faces a potential revolt from within his party ranks over new legislation that is set to criminalise homelessness. According to a 'Times' report... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
Part of Iran's Damascus consulate flattened in air raid, top general killed
Israeli air strikes destroyed a building belonging to the Iranian consulate in Damascus, killing a senior commander in the Quds Force, the external military and intelligence service of... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
Israel to shut down foreign news channels
The Israeli parliament on Monday approved a bill granting top ministers the power to prohibit the broadcasting of Al Jazeera news channel in Israel—a move Prime Minister Benjamin... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
Russia extends detention of US-Russian journalist Kurmasheva
KAZAN: A Russian court on Monday extended until June 5 the pre-trial detention of US-Russian journalist Alsu Kurmasheva, who faces 15 years in prison on charges of spreading... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
Press release: Boost for small business as VAT threshold raised and rates frozen
Small businesses receive boost as VAT threshold raised and business rates frozen... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Key highlights of our results from 2023
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Israeli airstrikes kill at least 38 in Aleppo, Syria
Israeli strikes on the northern Syrian city of Aleppo early on Friday killed 38 people, including five members of Lebanese armed group Hezbollah, two security sources said, the... more
1 year ago
.cbc
Security Council Fails to Extend Mandate for Expert Panel Assisting Sanctions Committee on Democratic People’s Republic of Korea
The Security Council today failed to adopt a resolution that would have extended until 30 April 2025 the mandate of the Panel of Experts assisting the Sanctions Committee... more
1 year ago
UN.org
2024 Crown Dependencies and Overseas Territories Sanctions Forum
Earlier this month, sanctions leads and implementers from across the Crown Dependencies (CDs) and Overseas Territories (OTs) gathered in London for the fourth annual CDs and OTs Sanctions... more
1 year ago
Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation
Policy paper: Accelerated Settlement Taskforce
The Accelerated Settlement Taskforce, chaired by Charlie Geffen, was launched by the Chancellor on 9 December 2022 to explore the potential for faster settlement of financial trades in... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: OFSI General licence INT/2024/4576632
Details for OFSI General licence INT/2024/4576632 - Active and Beks Ships Transit to Port and Wind Down... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation: Privacy Notice
How HMT uses personal data for the purposes of ensuring that financial sanctions are understood, implemented and enforced in the UK... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: Successful trading plan means government no longer controlling shareholder in NatWest
Due to sales as part of the ongoing trading plan, the government reduced its shareholding in NatWest to to below 30%.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Treasury Minutes – March 2024
Government departments respond to the Public Accounts Committee reports through a Treasury minute.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
The U.S. Expands Secondary Sanctions Regime to Non-U.S. Financial Institutions
1 year ago
Sanctions Insight
Oil giants plan to bury massive amounts of CO2
LONDON - Just as they first ventured to do over a century ago, the world’s largest oil companies are staking claims far from home – this time to... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
Non Proliferation Designations; North Korea Designations and Designation Removal
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Counter Terrorism Designations; Counter Narcotics Designation Removal
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Open consultation: Consultation on additional tax relief for visual effects costs
Consultation on the 5% increase in Audio-Visual Expenditure Credit and removal of the 80% cap on qualifying expenditure, for UK visual effects costs.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
60/2024 : 27 March 2024 - Order of the Court of Justice in Case C-639/23 P(R)
Commission v Amazon Services Europe Approximation of laws Online advertising: Amazon’s request to suspend its obligation to make an advertisement repository publicly available is rejected... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Hunter Biden’s tax case heads to a California courtroom as his defense seeks to have it tossed out
Attorneys for Hunter Biden are expected in court Wednesday in Los Angeles, where he is accused in what prosecutors call a four-year scheme to avoid paying $1.4 million... more
1 year ago
..srnnews
News story: New sanctions on persons linked to Hamas-supporting media network
Aozma Sultana and Mustafa Ayash sanctioned using domestic counter-terrorism powers.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
New sanctions on persons linked to Hamas-supporting media network
Aozma Sultana and Mustafa Ayash sanctioned using domestic counter-terrorism powers.... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Corporate report: Whole of Government Accounts, 2021-22
This publication contains the Whole of Government Accounts for the year ended 31 March 2022.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Press release: Technology Working Group publish second fund tokenisation report
The City Minister’s industry group for examining the impact of technology on the UK’s investment management sector publishes its second report.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Boeing may turn to outsider CEO to tackle spiralling crisis
  MONTREAL - Boeing’s board has begun the search for a big hitter to take the helm of the troubled plane maker following the turbulent tenure of chief... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
US stocks pull back as tech giants hit by EU probe
  NEW YORK - Wall Street stocks retreated March 25 as a market rally showed signs of fatigue and tech heavyweights faced stepped-up regulatory scrutiny in Europe. Maris... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
Russia-related Designations; Cyber-related Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Corporate report: Government Annuities Investment Fund Report & Accounts 2023
Annual report and accounts of the Government Annuities Investment Fund.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Corporate report: FRAB minutes and associated papers: 21 March 2024
Minutes taken from the Financial Reporting Advisory Board (FRAB) meetings, alongside the accompanying papers.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Boeing CEO to step down as plane maker faces pressure over safety issues
NEW YORK – Boeing announced on March 25 that CEO Dave Calhoun will leave his post as the aviation giant faces increased scrutiny after a series of safety... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
Vividthree affirms chairman Ho Choon Hou’s suitability after his arrest in Cordlife probe
SINGAPORE - Digital content production house Vividthree Holdings in an announcement on March 24 noted the arrest of its board chairman and independent director Ho Choon Hou by... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
News story: Drivers to save £50 this year as fuel duty cut extended
Boost for millions of motorists as 5p cut to fuel duty for petrol and diesel comes into effect.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
59/2024 : 22 March 2024 - Information
Judicial statistics 2023: confirmation of the structural increase in litigation before the Court of Justice... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
AI-powered employment practices: PI's response to the ICO's draft recruitment and selection guidance
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
China examining PwC role in $105 billion Evergrande fraud case
SHANGHAI - The Chinese authorities are examining the role of PricewaterhouseCoopers in China Evergrande Group’s accounting practices after the developer was accused of a US$78 billion (S$105 billion)... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
Press release: UK and Australia celebrate closer ties with AUKUS progress and new defence treaty
UK and Australia ties are stronger than ever following a successful defence and foreign policy summit in Canberra.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Nicaragua-related Designation
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Transparency data: HM Treasury Senior Officials' Travel Expenses, Hospitality and the Permanent Secretaries Meetings with External Organisations: October to December 2023
Travel and hospitality used by HM Treasury senior officials at Senior Civil Service 2 (or equivalent) and above.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: Infrastructure (Financial Assistance) Act 2012: Annual Report and Accounts for year ending March 2023
This report has been issued pursuant to the reporting requirements under the Infrastructure (Financial Assistance) Act 2012.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HMT ministers' meetings, hospitality, gifts and overseas travel: 1 October to 31 December 2023
Ministers' meetings, hospitality, gifts and overseas travel.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HMT ministers' meetings, hospitality, gifts and overseas travel: 1 July to 30 September 2023
Ministers' meetings, hospitality, gifts and overseas travel.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: Treasury: special advisers’ gifts, hospitality and meetings: October to December 2023
This document details hospitality received by HMT special advisers worth more than £140.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Building a Smarter Financial Services Regulatory Framework: Next Phase
This note sets out the next phase of delivering a Smarter Regulatory Framework for the UK by replacing assimilated law on financial services.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: Treasury: special advisers’ gifts, hospitality and meetings, July to September 2023
This document details hospitality received by HMT special advisers worth more than £140.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Official Statistics: European Union Finances Statement 2023: Statement on the implementation of the Withdrawal Agreement
This European Union Finances Statement (EUFS) is the 43rd in the series. The focus of this Statement is on the implementation of the Withdrawal Agreement (WA).... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Critical Third Parties – HM Treasury’s Approach to Designation
HM Treasury has outlined its approach to designating critical third parties to the UK financial services sector.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Correspondence: Open letters between HM Treasury and Bank of England, March 2024
CPI inflation was 3.4% in February 2024, prompting an open letter from the Governor of the Bank of England to the Chancellor on 21 March 2024. The Chancellor... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
57/2024 : 21 March 2024 - Formal sitting
Solemn undertaking before the Court of Justice of the European Union by three new Members of the European Court of Auditors... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
58/2024 : 21 March 2024 - Information
The European Parliament and the Court of Justice of the European Union meet for their first annual dialogue... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Transparency data: OSCAR II – publishing data from the database: March 2024
The third quarterly OSCAR transparency release for 2023 to 2024.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Open consultation: Consultation on the introduction of a UK carbon border adjustment mechanism
This consultation seeks views on proposals for the design and administration of the UK carbon border adjustment mechanism (CBAM) from 1 January 2027.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Public Service Pensions and Judicial Offices Act 2022: Treasury Directions
Treasury Directions in relation to the Public Service Pensions and Judicial Offices Act 2022.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
56/2024 : 21 March 2024 - Opinions of the Advocate General in joined cases C-611/22 P, C-625/22 P
Illumina v Commission Competition Illumina-Grail Merger: AG Emiliou proposes to set aside the General Court judgment and annul Commission decisions on referral request... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
55/2024 : 21 March 2024 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-399/22
Confédération paysanne Approximation of laws Advocate General Ćapeta: melons and tomatoes from the territory of Western Sahara must bear a ‘country of origin’ label reflecting their origin in... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
54/2024 : 21 March 2024 - Opinions of the Advocate General in joined cases C-779/21 P, C-799/21 P
Commission v Front Polisario External relations Advocate General Ćapeta: the General Court erred in annulling the decision approving, on behalf of the European Union, a preferential tariff agreement... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
53/2024 : 21 March 2024 - Opinions of the Advocate General in joined cases C-778/21 P, C-798/21 P
Commission v Front Polisario External relations Advocate General Ćapeta: the Court of Justice should annul the Council decision concluding the Sustainable Fisheries Partnership Agreement with the Kingdom of... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Corporate report: HM Treasury Women in Finance Annual Review (March 2024)
Assessing the progress of the Women in Finance Charter, and reviewing the benefits and challenges experienced by Charter signatories.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
52/2024 : 21 March 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-10/22
LEA Culture Italian legislation under which independent companies established in another Member State are excluded from copyright management is incompatible with EU law... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
51/2024 : 21 March 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-76/23
Cobult Transport Rights of airline passengers: the passenger is deemed to have accepted reimbursement of the cost of the ticket by travel voucher where, while filling in a... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
50/2024 : 21 March 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-61/22
Landeshauptstadt Wiesbaden Area of Freedom, Security and Justice The mandatory insertion in identity cards of two fingerprints is compatible with the fundamental rights to respect for private life... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Iran-related Designations; Non-Proliferation Designations; Russia-related Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Official Statistics: Forecasts for the UK economy: March 2024
A comparison of independent forecasts for the UK economy in February 2024.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
49/2024 : 20 March 2024 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-743/22
Mazepin v Council External relations War in Ukraine: the General Court annuls the acts maintaining Mr Nikita Mazepin on the lists of persons subject to restrictive measures... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Leo Varadkar to step down as Ireland’s prime minister
Leo Varadkar is to step down as Ireland’s prime minister in a shock decision, saying he was no longer the right person to lead his party into a... more
1 year ago
..cbs
An Amsterdam court has ruled KLM’s sustainable aviation advertising misled consumers
THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — In a decision hailed by an environmental group as a historic victory, an Amsterdam court ruled Wednesday that Dutch national airline KLM misled... more
1 year ago
..srnnews
US House panel holds Biden impeachment hearing
Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives seeking to chart a part forward in their impeachment probe of President Joe Biden will on Wednesday question two former associates... more
1 year ago
..srnnews
Arms Embargo Violations, Violence against Civilians on Rise in Sudan, Committee Chair Tells Security Council, Underlining Importance of Sanctions Regime
Violence against civilians and violations of the arms embargo continue to increase in Sudan, the senior United Nations official of that file warned the Security Council today —... more
1 year ago
UN.org
Policy paper: Sovereign Grant Act 2011: report of the Royal Trustees on the Sovereign Grant for 2024-25
The report details the amount of the Sovereign Grant for 2024-25.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
PI's briefing on national data retention laws
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Press release: New NS&I Board Appointments
Gerard Lemos, Luke Jensen and Melanie Moreland appointed to the National Savings & Investments Board... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: Dr. Catherine L Mann reappointed to the Monetary Policy Committee
Dr. Catherine L Mann has been reappointed as an external member to the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt, has announced.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
A year on from Credit Suisse's rescue, banks remain vulnerable
LONDON/ZURICH - A year after the banking crisis that felled Credit Suisse, the authorities are still considering how to fix lenders’ vulnerabilities – including in Switzerland, where the... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
BlackRock, GIC consider sale of UK gas pipeline assets
  BlackRock and Singapore sovereign wealth fund GIC are exploring the sale of a network of gas pipeline assets in Britain hat could fetch about US$2 billion (S$2.67... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
Settlement Agreement between the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control and EFG International AG
The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) today announced a settlement with EFG International AG, a Switzerland-based global private banking group. EFG has... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Press release: Spring Finance Bill published to cut tax for working families
Spring Finance Bill published to cut tax for working families and boost creative sector... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
West Bank-related Designations; Russia-related Designation; Counter Narcotics Designation and Designations Updates; Transnational Criminal Organizations Designation Update
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
JPMorgan fined almost $350M for issues with trade surveillance program
JPMorgan is facing nearly $350 million in fines from bank regulators due to issues with its trade surveillance program. The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency said... more
1 year ago
..srnnews
Corporate report: FRAB minutes and associated papers: 23 November 2023
Minutes taken from the Financial Reporting Advisory Board (FRAB) meetings, alongside the accompanying papers.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Revised Draft of the WHO Pandemic Agreement falls short on human rights
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
48/2024 : 14 March 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-46/23
Újpesti Polgármesteri Hivatal Principles of Community law Protection of personal data: the supervisory authority of a Member State may order the erasure of unlawfully processed data even in... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Policy paper: Payment service contract termination rule changes – Draft SI and Policy Note
A near-final version of legislation to change rules on provider-initiated terminations of payment service contracts, which is being published for final checks.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
47/2024 : 14 March 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-516/22
Commission v United Kingdom The United Kingdom has infringed EU law as a result of a judgment of its Supreme Court... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
46/2024 : 14 March 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-291/22 P
D & A Pharma v Commission and EMA Marketing authorisations for medicinal products: the European Medicines Agency (EMA) must ensure that the experts it consults do not have... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Balkans-related Designations; Russia-related Removal
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Guidance: Ukraine business guide: helping UK businesses trade with Ukraine
This guide provides UK businesses the core information necessary to understand the challenges and opportunities of trading in Ukraine.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Haiti sanctions: guidance
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Joint statement – A dangerous precedent: how the EU AI Act fails migrants and people on the move
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Policy paper: British Council framework document
This document sets out the broad governance framework within which the British Council and the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) operate.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: OFSI General Licence INT/2022/2469656
Details of OFSI General Licence INT/2022/2469656... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: OFSI General Licence INT/2022/2660772
Details of OFSI General Licence INT/2022/2660772... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: OFSI General Licence INT/2022/2470256
Details of OFSI General Licence INT/2022/2470256... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Counter Terrorism Designations and Designation Update
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Policy paper: The Payment Services (Amendment) Regulations 2024 – policy note
A near-final version of legislation to slow down payments processing when there are reasonable grounds to suspect fraud, which is being published for checks.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Ukraine Hits Oil Facilities In Attack Inside Russia
  Ukrainian drones were used to hit multiple targets in a sweeping attack on Russia that reportedly ignited fires at two major oil facilities and saw armed groups... more
1 year ago
rferl
Netanyahu’s rule ‘in jeopardy’, says US intelligence report
Benjamin Netanyahu’s ruling coalition is “in jeopardy”, according to a US intelligence assessment that highlighted mass protests against Israel’s prime minister and the prospect of looming elections. The... more
1 year ago
..cbs
Counter Terrorism Designations; Issuance of General License; Publication of Amended Global Magnitsky Sanctions Regulations
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is amending the Global Magnitsky Sanctions Regulations and reissuing them in their entirety. This regulatory amendment is... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Guidance: Government Debt Management Function
The role of the Government Debt Management Function (GDMF), the Government Debt Strategy, the Debt Functional Standard, and the the Debt Centre of Excellence... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Open consultation: Improving the effectiveness of the Money Laundering Regulations
This consultation considers changes to improve the Money Laundering Regulations while minimising burdens on legitimate customers.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Debt Fairness Charter
This Debt Fairness Charter is for people who owe personal debt to central government. It outlines how people repaying these debts should be treated.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Bitcoin tops US$71,000 for the first time as rally builds steam
  Bitcoin topped US$71,000 for the first time, advancing for a sixth straight day and taking this year’s rally to almost 70 per cent on the back of... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
Boeing faces criminal investigation by DOJ for Alaska Airlines plane blowout
As you read through the details of the DOJ investigation, ask yourself why Boeing was permitted to regulte itself. Deregulation is a choice made by government.  The Department... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
Boeing 747-9 mid-air malfunction: Inability to locate records for door panel maintenance
In a letter addressed to Congress, Boeing has admitted the inability to locate records for maintenance performed on a door panel that malfunctioned during an Alaska Airlines flight... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
Security Council Extends Mandate of Expert Panel Monitoring Sanctions Regime in Sudan, Adopting Resolution 2725 (2024)
The Security Council today extended through 12 March 2025 the mandate of the Panel of Experts charged with assisting its Sudan sanctions committee, requesting a final report on... more
1 year ago
UN.org
United Airlines Boeing jet rolls off runway with 166 aboard
A United Airlines jet with 166 passengers aboard rolled off the runway into a grassy area in Houston on Friday morning, making it the third such mishap involving... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
Security Council 1718 Sanctions Committee Amends One Entry on Its Sanctions List
On 7 March 2024, the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1718 (2006) enacted the amendments, specified with strikethrough and/or underline, in the entry below on its... more
1 year ago
UN.org
Russia-related Designations Updates; OFAC to retire its FTP server (OFACFTP.treas.gov) on or about June 10, 2024
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action. OFAC FTP Retirement Reminder: Reminder - OFAC will retire its public-facing file transfer... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
National Statistics: GDP deflators at market prices, and money GDP March 2024 (Budget 2024)
This document contains the latest gross domestic product (GDP) deflators. The GDP deflator can be viewed as a measure of general inflation in the domestic economy.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Press release: Chancellor delivers ‘Budget for Long-Term Growth’ in Wales
More tax cuts for working people and more investment in high-potential industries headlined Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s ‘Budget for Long-Term Growth’... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Preston guidance: January 2024
Preston factors (earnings and interest factors) are provided for employers.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Preston guidance: November 2023
Preston factors (earnings and interest factors) are provided for employers.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Preston guidance: December 2023
Preston factors (earnings and interest factors) are provided for employers.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
45/2024 : 7 March 2024 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-652/22
Kolin Inşaat Turizm Sanayi ve Ticaret Freedom of establishment AG Collins: only economic operators established in countries party to international agreements on public contracts that bind the EU... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
44/2024 : 7 March 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-604/22
IAB Europe Auctioning of personal data for advertising purposes: the Court of Justice clarifies the rules under the GDPR... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Publication of Tri-Seal Compliance Note: Obligations of foreign-based persons to comply with U.S. sanctions and export control laws
Today, the U.S. Department of Justice, the U.S. Department of Commerce, and the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control, have issued a Tri-Seal Compliance... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Press release: Chancellor delivers ‘Budget for Long-Term Growth’ in Northern Ireland
Spring Budget 2024... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Speech: Spring Budget 2024 speech
Spring Budget 2024 speech as delivered by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: AstraZeneca plans £650 million investment in UK
The pharmaceutical firm's investment will boost the UK's Life Sciences sector... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Investment Zones update
The government has today (6 March) announced further details of six Investment Zones: Greater Manchester, Liverpool City Region, North East of England, South Yorkshire, West Midlands and Tees.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: UK Independent Film Tax Credit
Enhanced Audio-Visual Expenditure Credit for UK Independent Films.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Spring Budget 2024
This is the Spring Budget 2024 in full. You can find supporting and related documents below.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Spring Budget 2024: Non-UK domiciled individuals - Policy Summary
This summary sets out the changes being made to the taxation of non-UK domiciled individuals from April 2025.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Changes to the taxation of non-UK domiciled individuals
This technical note describes the main changes that will apply from 6 April 2025 to the taxation of non-UK domiciled individuals.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Spring Budget 2024: Personal Tax Factsheet
This factsheet sets out the changes being made to National Insurance and the High Income Child Benefit Charge announced at Spring Budget 2024.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Corporate report: Debt Management Report 2024-25
Information of the government’s financing plans for 2024-25.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Open consultation: Vaping Products Duty consultation
We welcome views on proposals for the design and implementation of a new UK-wide Vaping Products Duty.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: NatWest Retail Offer
The Chancellor announced at Spring Budget 2024 that the government intends to sell part of its shareholding in NatWest to retail investors, subject to supportive market conditions and... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Open consultation: UK ISA consultation
This publication sets out the objectives for the UK ISA and options for defining and implementing it.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: Chancellor delivers lower taxes, more investment and better public services in ‘Budget for Long Term Growth’
‘Budget for Long Term Growth’ sticks to the plan by delivering lower taxes, better public services and more investment, while increasing size of economy by 0.2% in 2028-29... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Seizing the Opportunity: Delivering Efficiency for the Public
This document outlines actions the government is taking to deliver efficiencies.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Open consultation: Private Intermittent Securities and Capital Exchange Systems (PISCES): Consultation
This consultation sets out the government’s proposal for a new innovative market that will allow private companies to scale and grow, and will boost the pipeline of future... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
43/2024 : 6 March 2024 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-647/22
Puma v EUIPO - Handelsmaatschappij J. Van Hilst Intellectual and industrial property The prior disclosure of a Puma shoe model by the artist Rihanna results in the invalidity... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Ledger of Shame: Macron urges Ukraine's allies not to be 'cowards'
French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday urged Ukraine's allies not to be "cowards" in supporting the country to fight off the Russian invasion. It seems that only a... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
PI response to ICO consultation on web scraping by generative AI
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Cyber-related Designations; Global Magnitsky Designation Removal
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
NGOs express concerns regarding financial surveillance powers in the UK Data Protection and Digital Information Bill
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Financial sanctions guidance for maritime shipping
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Research: UK official holdings of international reserves: February 2024
This release details movements in the international reserves of gold and assets held by the UK Government.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
42/2024 : 5 March 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-755/21 P
Kočner v EUROPOL Principles of Community law Data processing: Europol and the Member State in which damage has occurred arising from unlawful data processing carried out in the... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
41/2024 : 5 March 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-588/21
Public.Resource.Org and Right to Know v Commission and Others Law governing the institutions The European harmonised technical standards on the safety of toys should be accessible to EU citizens... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
40/2024 : 5 March 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-234/21
Défense Active des Amateurs d’Armes and Others Approximation of laws Prohibition of semi-automatic weapons: Member States wishing to maintain previous authorisations for those weapons may also provide for this... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Opioid manufacturer Endo Health "resolution" of criminal charges: No Prison for pharma criminals
Department of Justice U.S. Attorney's Office Office of Public Affairs FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, February 29, 2024  United States Also Reaches Settlement with Endo International in Bankruptcy Case... more
1 year ago
FDA Criminal Investigations
News story: AustralianSuper announces £8 billion investment in the UK
Australia’s biggest pension fund to invest more than £18 billion in UK by 2030.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Exporting to Iran
A detailed guide for British businesses on developing their overseas trade and doing business in Iran.... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Termination of Emergency With Respect to the Situation in Zimbabwe; Global Magnitsky Designations; Issuance of Amended Frequently Asked Question
The President has signed an Executive Order, "Termination of Emergency With Respect to the Situation in Zimbabwe." OFAC is also issuing amended Russia-related Frequently Asked Question 1166. Additionally,... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
News story: Siemens announces £100m investment for R&D facility in Britain
Siemens Mobility to invest £100 million in a brand-new manufacturing and R&D centre in Chippenham.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Press release: UK supports most vulnerable women and girls in Ukraine
The UK has allocated £1.5 million for International Planned Parenthood Federation which has provided sexual health and reproductive health services for the most vulnerable women and girls in... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
News story: £360 million to boost British manufacturing and R&D
The Chancellor has today (4 March) announced a significant investment package in the UK’s life sciences and manufacturing sectors.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Press release: £1.8 billion benefits through public sector productivity drive
New plans for public sector productivity will deliver up to £1.8 billion worth of benefits by 2029. ... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Press release: Chancellor backs British business with pension fund reforms
The Chancellor has today (2 March) announced the reforms as a further step in the government’s plan to boost business and increase returns for savers.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023: Factsheets
Factsheets giving details of the different measures contained in the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Publication of Regulatory Amendments; Publication of Venezuela-related Frequently Asked Questions
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is amending the Darfur Sanctions Regulations. The newly updated “Sudan Stabilization Sanctions Regulations,” still found at 31... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
39/2024 : 1 March 2024 - Information
Visit to the Court of Justice of the European Union by the President of the Czech Republic, Mr Petr Pavel... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Corporate report: Statement of Excesses 2022-23
HM Treasury has published the Statement of Excesses for 2022-23.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
NEWS: GPS tagging of migrants UNLAWFUL, UK authority finds after PI complaint
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Freedom House: Civil Liberties Decline Globally for 18th Year
washington —  Civil liberties declined globally for the 18th consecutive year in 2023, with conflict and flawed elections the biggest factors, a new report has found. Political rights... more
1 year ago
.voanews
Doing business in Iran: trade and export guide
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Policy paper: Economic Evidence to the Pay Review Bodies: February 2024
HM Treasury’s Economic Evidence for all OME’s Pay Review Bodies as part of the 2024-25 pay round.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: OFSI General licence - INT/2024/4398024
Details for OFSI General licence - INT/2024/4398024 Court Funds Office Payments... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: Clare Lombardelli appointed as Deputy Governor for Monetary Policy at The Bank Of England
Clare will take up her role at the Bank on 1 July 2024, after the appointment was approved by His Majesty The King.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
38/2024 : 29 February 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-222/22
Bundesamt für Fremdenwesen und Asyl (Conversion religieuse ultérieure) Area of Freedom, Security and Justice An asylum application based on a religious conversion taking place subsequently to the departure... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
37/2024 : 29 February 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-606/21
Doctipharma Agriculture and fisheries Distance selling of medicinal products without a prescription: the Court clarifies the conditions under which a Member State may prohibit a service connecting pharmacists... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Speech: Putin’s vanity project to realise his imperial ambitions has come at enormous strategic cost to the Russian people.
Two years on, the international community’s steadfast support of the principles of democracy and freedom, and the enormous bravery and resilience of the Ukrainian people, remains steadfast.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
The End of Privacy in Public
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Counter Narcotics Designations, Designation Update, and Designations Removals
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
OFSI refreshes its guidance for the maritime sector
The maritime shipping industry is crucial for global trade and growth, linking countries and economies worldwide. However, because of its global reach, it faces unique challenges with financial... more
1 year ago
Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation
Financial sanctions guidance for maritime shipping
Guidance for UK financial sanctions in relation to maritime shipping... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Guidance: Financial sanctions guidance for maritime shipping
Guidance for UK financial sanctions in relation to maritime shipping... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions
National Statistics: Public Spending Statistics release: February 2024
The February 2024 national statistics public expenditure outturn release.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
36/2024 : 28 February 2024 - Judgments of the General Court in Cases T-7/19
Scandlines Danmark and Scandlines Deutschland v Commission State aid State aid: the General Court dismisses the actions regarding the financing of the Fehmarn Belt fixed link project between... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Swedish property giants write down billions as prices crash
  STOCKHOLM - Two of Sweden’s largest property companies on Feb 27 announced multi-billion-crown write-downs in their 2023 results, dealing fresh blows to their beaten-down shares, even though... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
Corporate report: Supplementary Estimates 2023-24
HM Treasury has published the Supplementary Estimates for 2023-24.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Corporate report: Vote on Account 2024-25
HM Treasury has published the Vote on Account for 2024-25.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Chancellor commissions study on electricity distribution networks
The Chancellor commissions the National Infrastructure Commission to provide recommendations on the policy decisions required to make the electricity distribution network fit for Net Zero.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
UN Human Rights Committee: Privacy International's submission on the United Kingdom
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Financial sanctions targets: list of all asset freeze targets
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
An update on OFSI's licensing process and policies
  This blog provides further information on how the Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) makes licensing decisions. We outline both the process involved in obtaining a licence,... more
1 year ago
Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation
Financial sanctions licensing
Additional guidance for matters relating to UK financial sanctions licensing. Note: This guidance is supplemental to general and other specific guidance... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Guidance: Financial sanctions licensing
Additional guidance for matters relating to UK financial sanctions licensing. Note: This guidance is supplemental to general and other specific guidance... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions
Press release: UK boosts humanitarian funding for Ukraine
Two years on from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the UK has pledged £8.5 million in humanitarian funding to the Red Cross Movement and the Ukraine Humanitarian Fund.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Speech: "Respect for sovereignty lies at the heart of the international system." – UK Foreign Secretary at the UN Security Council
Statement as delivered by UK Foreign Secretary Lord David Cameron in the UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine – Friday 23 February 2024.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Russia-related Designations; Issuance of Russia-related General Licenses
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Russia-related General License 88A, "Authorizing the Wind Down of Transactions Involving Certain Entities Blocked on... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Russia-related Designations; Issuance of Russia-related General Licenses and new and amended Frequently Asked Questions
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Russia-related General License 88, "Authorizing the Wind Down of Transactions Involving Certain Entities Blocked on... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Russia: list of persons named in relation to financial and investment restrictions
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Cuba Cuts Internet, Surveils Calls of Journalists, Report Finds
Madrid — There was a time when activists and journalists who wanted to evade the ever-listening ear of the Cuban government spoke in code or had to meet... more
1 year ago
.voanews
Speech: If we do not stand up to Putin, he will be back for more: Foreign Secretary at the UN General Assembly
Foreign Secretary David Cameron gave a statement to the United Nations General Assembly Debate on the situation in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Speech: Respect for sovereignty lies at the heart of the international system: Foreign Secretary at the UN Security Council
UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron spoke at the United Nations Security Council meeting on Ukraine, marking 2 years since Putin's unprovoked invasion of Ukraine.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
PI's Response to the UK Government's Investigatory Powers (Amendment) Bill
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Press release: New UK sanctions mark two years since Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine
The UK announces more than 50 new sanctions to mark two years since Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
News story: Changes made to The Crown Estate Board
The Crown Estate has announced an extension to the Chair Sir Robin Budenberg CBE’s final term, one re-appointment and one new appointment to their board.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
35/2024 : 22 February 2024 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-693/22
I. Principles of Community law According to Advocate General Priit Pikamäe, a database containing personal data may, under certain conditions, be sold in enforcement proceedings, even if the... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
34/2024 : 22 February 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-54/22 P
Romania v Commission Law governing the institutions The decision to register partially the European Citizens’ Initiative (ECI) ‘Cohesion policy for the equality of the regions and sustainability of... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
33/2024 : 22 February 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-283/21
Deutsche Rentenversicherung Bund Freedom of movement for persons Taking into account of child-raising periods completed in another Member State when calculating a pension for total incapacity for work... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
32/2024 : 22 February 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-491/21
Direcţia pentru Evidenţa Persoanelor şi Administrarea Bazelor de Date Citizenship of the Union Citizenship: the refusal by a Member State to issue to one of its nationals, in... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
US Indicts Japanese Crime Boss Takeshi Ebisawa and assiciate Somphop Singhasiri for Alleged Trafficking of Nuclear Materials to Iran
In a significant legal move, authorities in the United States have brought charges against the head of a prominent Japanese criminal organization, accusing him of orchestrating a scheme... more
1 year ago
x.irannewsupdate
Press release: New UK sanctions mark 2 years since Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine
The UK announces more than 50 new sanctions to mark 2 years since Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Fincantieri teams with EDGE to sell to non-NATO countries
ROME — Italy’s Fincantieri and UAE group EDGE have agreed to create a Abu Dhabi-based joint venture to build and sell naval vessels to non-NATO countries, the firms... more
1 year ago
Defense News
Opening 2024 Session of Special Charter Committee, Speakers Diverge on Sanctions, Self-Defence, Working Methods and World Court’s Role
Speakers disagreed on sanctions, the rules governing self-defence, the role of the International Court of Justice and the work of the Special Committee on the Charter of the... more
1 year ago
UN.org
Policy paper: Joint Statement: UK – U.S. Covered Agreement. Third meeting of the Joint Committee
HM Treasury and US Treasury Joint Statement on the third Joint Committee meeting under the UK-U.S. Covered Agreement.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Russia sanctions: guidance
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Official Statistics: Forecasts for the UK economy: February 2024
A comparison of independent forecasts for the UK economy in February 2024.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
31/2024 : 21 February 2024 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-361/21
Papouis Dairies and Others v Commission Agriculture and fisheries The General Court dismisses an action brought against registration of the name ‘Halloumi’ as a protected designation of origin... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
30/2024 : 21 February 2024 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-536/22
PAN Europe v Commission Agriculture and fisheries Plant protection products: the identification of certain risks associated with the use of insecticides does not preclude the renewal of the... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Security Council 1533 Sanctions Committee Adds Six Entries to Its Sanctions List
On 20 February 2024, the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1533 (2004) concerning the Democratic Republic of the Congo approved the addition of the entries specified... more
1 year ago
UN.org
Canadian Sanctions Related to Guatemala
1 year ago
Canadian economic sanctions
29/2024 : 20 February 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-715/20
X A fixed-term worker must be informed of the reasons for the termination of his or her employment contract with a notice period where the provision of such... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Guidance: Working in Healthcare in the UK: Homes for Ukraine
The regulations about working in any healthcare role, and how to register with the appropriate accredited bodies.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Guidance: Arriving in the UK: Homes for Ukraine
What to do when you arrive in the UK if you have a visa, don't have a visa or have a biometric residence permit.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Guidance: Guidance for businesses offering work to people coming from Ukraine
This publication provides guidance for businesses considering making offers of employment to people coming to the UK from Ukraine.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
News story: Update on HMRC Double Cab Pick Up Guidance
HMRC has updated its guidance on the tax treatment of Double Cab Pick Ups... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Homes for Ukraine: welcome guide for Ukrainian children under 18
This is an introductory welcome guide for children under 18 who are moving from Ukraine to England under the Homes for Ukraine scheme.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Guidance: Apply for a visa under the Homes for Ukraine Sponsorship Scheme
Guidance for Ukrainian nationals and their immediate family members to come to the UK under the Homes for Ukraine Sponsorship Scheme.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Price Cap Coalition - Oil Price Cap (OPC) Compliance and Enforcement Alert
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Counter Terrorism Designation; Issuance of Counter Terrorism General License; Sanctions Compliance Guidance for the Provision of Humanitarian-Related Assistance and Critical Commodities to the Yemeni People
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing an OFAC Compliance Communiqué: Guidance for the Provision of Humanitarian-Related Assistance and Critical Commodities... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Guidance: Changes to Oil Price Cap attestation model come into force
The United Kingdom and G7+ Coalition partners implement significant changes to the Oil Price Cap attestation model, strengthening the compliance regime.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Changes to Oil Price Cap attestation model come into force
The United Kingdom and G7+ Coalition partners implement significant changes to the Oil Price Cap attestation model, strengthening the compliance regime.... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
OFAC amends & adds GLs for DPRK regime
OFAC has amended the North Korea sanctions regulations (notice) to amend 1 general licence for non-governmental organisations and to add general licences to authorise certain transactions related to... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFSI amends insurance GL & licensing webinar on 29 February 2024
OFSI has amended General licence – INT/2022/2009156 (notice): reference to frozen UK bank accounts has been removed from permissions 4.1, 4.3.1, and 6.1 to make clear that payments... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Publication of Regulatory Amendment to the North Korea Sanctions Regulations; Issuance of North Korea-related Frequently Asked Questions
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is amending the North Korea Sanctions Regulations to amend or add general licenses to facilitate certain humanitarian-related and... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Policy paper: Update to the Transition from Existing Digital Services Taxes to Pillar 1
The UK, together with Austria, France, Italy and Spain, has agreed to update the terms for transitioning from the Digital Services Taxes (DST) to Pillar One.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
OFAC designates procurement network linked to Central Bank of Iran
OFAC has designated 3 individuals and 4 entities linked to the procurement of US technology for the already-designated Central Bank of Iran (CBI) in violation of US sanctions... more
1 year ago
Guidance: Consolidated budgeting guidance 2024 to 2025
This document contains the 2024 to 2025 guidance for government departments on the budgeting framework that applies for expenditure control... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Treasury Minutes – February 2024
Government departments respond to the Public Accounts Committee reports through a Treasury minute.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HMT Commercial Pipeline 2024-25
An overview of potential upcoming commercial activity for the department.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: New appointment to Financial Conduct Authority board announced
The Economic Secretary to the Treasury Bim Afolami has appointed Bryan Zhang to the board of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Correspondence: Request for regulators to publish an update on their strategic approach to AI: Secretary of State letters
Letters requesting a set of regulators to update their strategic approach to AI, with the intention of increasing the transparency around how they are implementing the AI Regulation... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: UK to supply thousands of drones as co-leader of major international capability coalition for Ukraine
The UK and Latvia will jointly lead a capability coalition, which will see thousands of drones supplied to Ukraine, including first-person view (FPV) drones, which have proven highly... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Counter Terrorism Designations; Iran-related Designation
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
US BIS enters into settlement agreement with freight forwarder for violations of Iran export controls
Following the US Bureau of Industry and Security’s finding that the US-based freight forwarder, Cargosave, facilitated the export of enterprise servers and switches from the US to Iran... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Swiss AG considering prosecution of commodity trading companies for circumventing Russia sanctions
The Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO) has reportedly been investigating 3 commodity trading companies for possible violations of Russia sanctions by conducting Russia-related business through foreign... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
France imposes travel bans on Israeli settlers
France has imposed travel bans on 28 Israeli settlers who have been “guilty of violence against Palestinian civilians in the West Bank”. The US and the UK have... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Russia adds British nationals to entry ban list
Russia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced (report) that 18 British military, political, and academic figures have been added to its entry ban list for “fabricating anti-Russia narratives... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Argentina transfers Boeing 747 connected to violation of Iran export controls to US
After the approval of a federal court in Argentina in January 2024, the government of Argentina has transferred physical custody of a Boeing 747 to the US. The... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Russian-Canadian national pleads guilty to violation of US Russia sanctions & export controls
In a US federal court, Kristina Puzyreva, a Russian-Canadian national, has pleaded guilty to money laundering conspiracy for her role in a multimillion-dollar scheme to send components used... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Transparency data: Transparency data HMT ministers' meetings, hospitality, gifts and overseas travel: 1 April to 30 June 2021
Ministers' meetings, hospitality, gifts and overseas travel.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
EU orders the segregation of Central Bank of Russia’s assets
The EU has ordered central securities depositories that are holding more than €1 million of the Central Bank of Russia’s assets to “account extraordinary cash balances accumulating due to... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Changes coming to OFSI guidance in 2024
The Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) is committed to providing high-quality, widely accessible and easy to understand guidance to support our users to implement financial sanctions. As... more
1 year ago
Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation
Financial sanctions guidance for travel
Guidance for UK financial sanctions in relation to travel... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Guidance: Financial sanctions guidance for travel
Guidance for UK financial sanctions in relation to travel... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions
Financial sanctions webinars and events
The Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation runs webinars and events to provide guidance on financial sanctions.... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Guidance: Financial sanctions webinars and events
The Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation runs webinars and events to provide guidance on financial sanctions.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions
Financial sanctions guidance for ransomware
Guidance for UK financial sanctions in relation to ransomware... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Guidance: Financial sanctions guidance for ransomware
Guidance for UK financial sanctions in relation to ransomware... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions
Financial sanctions guidance for importers and exporters
Guidance for UK financial sanctions in relation to importers and exporters... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Guidance: Financial sanctions guidance for importers and exporters
Guidance for UK financial sanctions in relation to importers and exporters... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions
Guidance: Financial sanctions guidance for high value dealers
Guidance for UK financial sanctions in relation to high value dealers... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions
Financial sanctions guidance for high value dealers
Guidance for UK financial sanctions in relation to high value dealers... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Guidance: Financial sanctions guidance for maritime transport
Guidance for UK financial sanctions in relation to maritime transport... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions
Financial sanctions guidance for maritime transport
Guidance for UK financial sanctions in relation to maritime transport... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Guidance: Financial sanctions guidance for charities
Guidance for UK financial sanctions in relation to charities... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions
Financial sanctions guidance for charities
Guidance for UK financial sanctions in relation to charities... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Guidance: Financial sanctions guidance for Libya
Guidance for UK financial sanctions in relation to Libya... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions
Financial sanctions guidance for Libya
Guidance for UK financial sanctions in relation to Libya... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Guidance: Financial sanctions guidance for Russia
Guidance for UK financial sanctions in relation to Russia... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions
Financial sanctions guidance for Russia
Guidance for UK financial sanctions in relation to Russia... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Guidance: Financial sanctions general guidance
General guidance for UK financial sanctions... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions
UK financial sanctions guidance
Guidance and webinars to help you understand how to comply with UK financial sanctions.... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Financial sanctions general guidance
General guidance for UK financial sanctions... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Press release: Foreign Secretary visits Eastern Europe to shore up support for Ukraine and tackle illegal migration
Foreign Secretary David Cameron visits Bulgaria and Poland to shore up support for Ukraine and promote action to tackle illegal migration.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
UK designates Israeli settlers
The UK Foreign Secretary has announced (notice) that 4 “extremist Israeli settlers” have been designated for committing human rights abuses against Palestinian communities in the West Bank: Moshe... more
1 year ago
France amends export controls on dual-use goods & quantum technology
France has issued a decree amending Decree 2011-1192 to reflect amendments required by the EU dual-use Regulation and issued a decree imposing export controls on quantum computers, advanced... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFSI blog post on Russia DP reporting requirements
OFSI has published a blog post on the reporting requirements for designated persons under the Russia sanctions regime introduced in December 2023 (Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment) (No.... more
1 year ago
UK Law Society updates sanctions guidance
The UK Law Society has updated its guide to the UK sanctions regime, which gives information on the UK sanctions regime, risk assessments, reporting obligations etc. The post UK... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US Treasury publishes 2024 national risk assessments for terrorist and proliferation financing
The US Treasury has published the 2024 National Terrorist Financing Risk Assessment and the 2024 National Proliferation Financing Risk Assessment, finding that: Russia has expanded efforts to acquire... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Australian court dismisses Deripaska’s challenge to Russia sanctions designation
The Federal Court of Australia has rejected Oleg Deripaska’s challenge to his sanctions designation made under the Autonomous Sanctions Regulations 2011 (“Sanctions Regulations”) (Deripaska v Minister for Foreign... more
1 year ago
Guidance: Chancellor commissions new study on connected and autonomous vehicles and mobility
The Chancellor commissions the National Infrastructure Commission (NIC) to provide recommendations on policy interventions needed for connected and autonomous vehicles and mobility to deliver economic growth.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
EU outlines sanctions requirements for new rules to speed up money transfers
The EU Parliament has adopted a regulation to ensure that payment service providers (PSPs) process money transfers immediately. During the execution of an instant credit transfer, the payer’s... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
New UK oil price cap attestation requirements coming into force on 19 February 2024
From 19 February, the UK oil price cap attestation model will be changed to require: attestations to be passed between Tier 1, 2 and 3A contractual counterparties on... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Taiwan expands list of machine tools subject to Russia export restrictions
Taiwan has reportedly added 77 items to the list of machine tools subject to export restrictions to Russia and Belarus to take effect from 8 March 2024, including... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Guidance: Financial sanctions enforcement and monetary penalties guidance
Guidance for UK financial sanctions in relation to enforcement and monetary penalties... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions
Financial sanctions enforcement and monetary penalties guidance
Guidance for UK financial sanctions in relation to enforcement and monetary penalties... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
EdTech: Surveillance Tracker
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Transparency data: The Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt's schedule of taxable sources of income and gains
Summary and explanation of the Chancellor's tax affairs for the tax year ending April 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
28/2024 : 9 February 2024 - Order of the President of the General Court in case T-1077/23
Bytedance v Commission Digital Markets Act: the application by Bytedance (TikTok) seeking suspension of the Commission decision designating it as a gatekeeper is dismissed... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
US designates entities violating Russia oil price cap & implements G7 diamond ban
OFAC has designated (notice): UAE-based Talassa Shipping DMCC and Zeenit Supply and Trading DMCC and its vessel NS Leader which allegedly sold Russian crude oil price at over... more
1 year ago
Understanding private surveillance providers and technologies
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Non-EU countries align with 12th package of Russia sanctions
The candidate countries North Macedonia, Montenegro, Albania, Ukraine and Bosnia and Herzegovina, and the EFTA countries Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway have aligned themselves with the EU’s 12th package... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Transparency data: HMT spend greater than £25,000: December 2023
This document details HMT spend greater than £25,000.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HMT spend greater than £25,000: November 2023
This document details HMT spend greater than £25,000.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HMT spend greater than £25,000: October 2023
This document details HMT spend greater than £25,000.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
US DOJ closes sanctions compliance investigation into semiconductor company
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has closed a 4-year long investigation into Alpha and Omega Semiconductor’s (AOS) compliance with US export controls.  The DOJ was reportedly investigating... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US charges 2 individuals with violation of Iran export controls
The US Attorney’s Office of the Eastern District of New York has charged 2 Iranian nationals with conspiring to export US-origin equipment used in the aerospace industry to... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Israel holding up food for 1.1 million Palestinians in Gaza, main UN aid agency says
JERUSALEM: Israel has imposed financial restrictions on the main UN agency providing aid in the Gaza Strip, a measure which prevented a shipment of food for 1.1 million... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
OFAC removes UAE-based entity from Russia list & lists Ecuadorian gang & leader
OFAC has removed electronics company UAE-based SM Distribution Inc FZCO from its Russia sanctions list, which was designated in November 2023 for shipping high priority goods to Russia... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
UN panel of experts report on Sudan sanctions
The UN Sudan Sanctions Committee panel of experts has published a report on the effectiveness of sanctions in Sudan, finding that: despite the arms embargo, the proliferation of... more
1 year ago
With over half the seats counted, Imran Khan's supporters lead in Pakistan polls
ISLAMABAD: Independents backed by jailed former prime minister Imran Khan won the most seats in Pakistan's election on Friday after results from over half the constituencies were announced,... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
DOD Told Pharma Exec the Virus “Posed a National Security Threat” on Feb. 4, 2020
A leaked recording obtained by investigator and writer Sasha Latypova features an executive at the pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca stating the following: It wasn’t a surprise to me when... more
1 year ago
x.brownstone
Russia-related Designations; Publication of Russia-related Determinations; Issuance of Russia-related General License
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing a Determination for Prohibitions Related to Imports of Diamond Jewelry and Unsorted Diamonds of Russian... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
OFSI amends Russia listing & extends Syrian humanitarian GL
OFSI have amended Oleg Mashtalyar’s Russia sanctions listing, amending the statement of reasons. OFSI have extended the Syrian Humanitarian General Licence INT/2023/2711256 by 6 months until 14 August... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US renews 4 sanctions regimes
The US White House has renewed “national emergencies” authorising 4 sanctions regimes: Global narcotics until December 2024 (notice); Magnitsky (human rights and corruption) until Dec 2024 (notice); Burma... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Australian court accepts that Russia sanctions prevented Rio Tinto supplying alumina to Rusal
The Federal Court of Australia has given judgment accepting Rio Tinto’s argument that sanctions prevented it from delivering bauxite and alumina to subsidiaries of Rusal. The court held... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU Court dismisses Usmanov & Shuvalov Russia de-listing applications
The General Court of the EU has dismissed the de-listing applications of Alisher Usmanov (Case T‑237/22) and Igor Shuvalov (Case T‑289/22) who were designated by the EU in... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU publishes FAQs on Russia sanctions & software
The EU has published new FAQs on the Russia sanctions measures related to software: outlining the prohibition on the provision of software to the Russian Govt and Russian... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Israeli court orders bank to allow Abramovich donation despite European sanctions
The Tel Aviv Court has reportedly ordered Mizrahi Tefahot Bank to transfer NIS 8 million from the account of Roman Abramovich to ZAKA, an Israeli humanitarian organization. The... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
27/2024 : 8 February 2024 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-633/22
Real Madrid Club de Fútbol Area of Freedom, Security and Justice First Advocate General Szpunar: manifest breach of freedom of expression may constitute a ground for refusal of... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
26/2024 : 8 February 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-216/22
Bundesrepublik Deutschland Area of Freedom, Security and Justice A judgment of the Court of Justice can constitute a new element justifying a fresh examination of the substance of... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Security Council ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida Sanctions Committee Amends 85 Entries on Its Sanctions List
On 7 February 2024, the entries below on the ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida Sanctions List of individuals and entities subject to the assets freeze, travel ban, and arms... more
1 year ago
UN.org
Counter Narcotics Designations; Russia-related Designation Removal
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Cyprus to establish government sanctions unit
After accepting a proposal of cooperation and provision of technical assistance from the UK in May 2023, the Cypriot government appointed a project manager and group of experts... more
1 year ago
Canada designates Hamas & PIJ members
Canada has designated 11 senior members of Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad who were allegedly integral to the 7 October attacks against Israel (backgrounder): Yahya Sinwar, Maher Rebhi... more
1 year ago
FT reports that Iran-controlled entities used UK bank accounts to circumvent sanctions
The FT has reported that UK-registered companies owned by Petrochemical Commercial Company Iran successfully opened and used UK bank accounts at Lloyds and Santander. Petrochemical Commercial Company Iran... more
1 year ago
Transparency data: Opposition Policy Costings 2024
The government's costing of opposition policies.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
PI submission on the impact of arms transfers on human rights
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Official Statistics: Mortgage Guarantee Scheme Quarterly Statistics: 19 April 2021 to 30 September 2023
This statistical release presents official statistics on the government’s 2021 mortgage guarantee scheme.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Official Statistics: Help to Buy: ISA Scheme Quarterly Statistics: December 2015 to 30 September 2023
This statistical release presents official statistics on the government’s Help to Buy: ISA scheme.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
25/2024 : 7 February 2024 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-146/22
Ryanair v Commission (KLM II ; COVID-19) State aid State aid in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic: the General Court annuls the approval of State aid from... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
OFAC amends Venezuela sanctions FAQ on gold sector
OFAC has amended FAQ 629 on Venezuela sanctions and the gold sector. FAQ 629: EO 13850 authorizes the imposition of sanctions on persons operating in Venezuela’s gold sector.... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Non-EU countries align with EU terrorism & Russia sanctions & EU renews Zimbabwe sanctions
The candidate countries North Macedonia, Montenegro, Albania, Ukraine, and Bosnia and Herzegovina and the EFTA country Liechtenstein have aligned themselves with the EU’s designation of Ahmed Khaled Müller,... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU designates Guatemalan govt and judicial officials
The EU has designated 5 individuals for actions that undermine democracy, the rule of law or the peaceful transfer of power in Guatemala (regulation, decision): Attorney General María... more
1 year ago
Transparency data: Government procurement card HMT spend greater than £500: December 2023
This document details GPC (government procurement card) HMT spend greater than £500.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: Government procurement card HMT spend greater than £500: November 2023
This document details GPC (government procurement card) HMT spend greater than £500.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: Government procurement card HMT spend greater than £500: October 2023
This document details GPC (government procurement card) HMT spend greater than £500.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
British Citizen sentenced to prison for attempting to export US technology to Iran
Saber Fakih, a Briitsh citizen, has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for violations of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) and Iranian Transactions and Sanctions... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Sanctions Register launched in Ukraine
The State Register of Sanctions has become operational in Ukraine providing access to information on individuals and entities subject to sanctions after being approved by a presidential decree. According... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFAC designates Iranian missile procurement network & cyber command
OFAC has designated members of a procurement network supplying materials and sensitive technology for Iran’s ballistic missile and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) programmes (notice): Hong Kong-based companies, FY... more
1 year ago
US DOJ announces terrorism and sanctions evasion charges against IRGC oil network
The US Department of Justice has announced the unsealing of 3 federal cases against defendants charged with terrorism and sanctions evasion for their roles in trafficking Iranian oil... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
UK prosecutors charge former Russian mayor of Sevastopol with sanctions circumvention
Dmitry Ovsyannikov, the former mayor of Sevastopol, who is on the UK sanctions list, has been arrested by the National Crime Agency and charged on suspicion of sanctions... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
New Zealand publishes Russia sanctions guidance
New Zealand has published compliance and due diligence guidance on its Russia sanctions, providing: an overview of why New Zealand has sanctions and what constitutes sanctions evasion and... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Switzerland implements further measures of EU’s 12th Russia sanctions package
Switzerland has implemented certain further measures of the EU’s 12th package of Russia sanctions that are relevant to Switzerland, including the ban on Russia diamonds, import controls on... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Policy paper: Joint statement on the UK-U.S. Financial Regulatory Working Group meeting - January 2024
HM Treasury and US Treasury joint statement on the ninth official meeting of the UK-US Financial Regulatory Working Group.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Council of Europe Committee recommends seizure of Russian state assets
The Political Affairs Committee of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe has said that Russian state assets should be transferred to a fund for the reconstruction... more
1 year ago
OFAC designates Sudanese entities for funding conflict
OFAC has designated 3 entities for their role in undermining the peace, security, and stability of Sudan (notice): RSF-controlled, Alkhaleej Bank Co Ltd, an essential part of the RSF’s... more
1 year ago
PI submission on human rights implications of new and emerging technologies in the military domain
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
UK Lords European Affairs Committee publishes Russia sanctions report
The House of Lords European Affairs Committee has published its report The Ukraine Effect: The impact of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine on the UK– EU relationship.  Chapter 2... more
1 year ago
UK Govt accepts recommendations of independent reviewer on counter terrorism sanctions
The UK government’s Independent Reviewer of Terrorism Legislation published a review of the UK’s counter terrorism international financial sanctions regime in December 2023, and the FCDO has published... more
1 year ago
UK Court says disclosure of documents to 3rd party aircraft lessor doesn’t breach sanctions
In Aercap Ireland Limited v AIG and others [2024] EWHC 144 (Comm), the High Court considered whether disclosure of reinsurance documents from the reinsurance broker (a 3rd party... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
UN removes travel ban on individual on Libya sanctions list
The UN has removed the travel ban on Safia Farkash Al-Barassi, designated under the Libya sanctions regime.  She is still subject to an asset freeze.  Ms Al-Barassi was... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Research: UK official holdings of international reserves: January 2024
This release details movements in the international reserves of gold and assets held by the UK Government.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Chinese nationals charged with illegally exporting US-origin electronics to Iran
4 Chinese nationals have been charged in an indictment in the District of Columbia with various federal crimes related to a conspiracy unlawfully to export US-origin electronic components... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFAC designates Iranian IRGC-QF & Hizballah financial network
OFAC has designated 3 entities and 1 individual for providing critical financial support to an Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force (IRGC-QF) and Hizballah financial network (notice): Türkiye-based Mira... more
1 year ago
Issuance of Venezuela-related Frequently Asked Questions
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is amending FAQ 629 and is publishing an updated document, "Frequently Asked Questions Related to the Suspension... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
UK, US, Australia make Myanmar designations on 3rd anniversary of coup
On the 3rd anniversary of the Myanmar military coup, the UK, US, and Australia have designated individuals and entities connected to the Myanmar military regime.  8 countries and... more
1 year ago
Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation
The home of Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation on GOV.UK. OFSI helps ensure financial sanctions are properly understood, implemented and enforced in the United Kingdom. This includes the... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
White House imposes sanctions on Israeli settler violence
President Biden has signed an executive order, declaring a national emergency to deal with the threat posed by the situation in the West Bank, including high levels of... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Iran-related Designations and Designations Updates; Counter Terrorism Designations and Designations Updates; Non-Proliferation Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
EU updates Russia FAQs on public procurement & sanctions
The EU has updated 2 FAQs on public procurement: Question – What should EU Member States public buyers do concerning ongoing contracts and new contracts? Answer – Ongoing... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
G7+ compliance and enforcement alert on Russia oil price cap & EU reporting requirements
The G7+ price cap coalition has issued a compliance and enforcement alert on the Russia oil price cap (OPC), including: an overview of key OPC evasion methods and... more
1 year ago
Policy paper: Specialised Committee on Participation in Union Programmes Minutes: 4 December 2023
Minutes of the third meeting of the Specialised Committee on Participation in Union Programmes established by the EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: National Infrastructure and Construction Pipeline 2023
A forward-looking pipeline of planned projects and programmes in economic and social infrastructure.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Former CIA engineer who sent 'Vault 7' CIA spying secrets to Wikileaks sentenced to 40 years
A former CIA software engineer was sentenced to 40 years in prison on Thursday after his convictions for what the government described as the biggest theft of classified... more
1 year ago
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Army officials retaliated against whistleblowing staff: report
Two Army Cyber Command officials worked to get an employee fired following his reporting of misconduct and subsequent participation in investigations, the Pentagon’s inspector general found in a... more
1 year ago
.Military Times
Publication of Price Cap Coalition Alert
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing the Price Cap Coalition Compliance and Enforcement Alert.... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
US lawmakers want pressure on Hungary to back Sweden's Nato membership
WASHINGTON: Senior US lawmakers said they wanted Hungary to immediately approve Sweden's accession to Nato, suggesting on Thursday, a week after Turkey's approval, that Budapest risks permanent damage... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
Issuance of Executive Order Imposing Certain Sanctions on Persons Undermining Peace, Security, and Stability in the West Bank; West Bank-related Designations
Today, the President signed a new Executive Order (E.O.), "Imposing Certain Sanctions on Persons Undermining Peace, Security, and Stability in the West Bank." In addition, FinCEN has published... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Guidance: G7+ Coalition signals renewed enforcement approach to oil price cap
The United Kingdom and G7+ Coalition partners issue alert to support governments and industry in effort to drive price cap compliance and crack down on evasion.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
24/2024 : 1 February 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-251/22 P
Scania and Others v Commission Competition Cartel on the truck market: the Court dismisses Scania’s appeal... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
News story: Tax saving for 38,000 pubs as alcohol duty freeze takes effect
More than 38,000 pubs are set to benefit from six-month freeze to alcohol duty from today.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
UN ISIL & Al-Qaida Sanctions Committee Monitoring Team Report
The UN ISIL & Al-Qaida Sanctions Committee Monitoring Team has published its 33rd report, outlining: the lack of replies to requests for information about listed individuals and entities... more
1 year ago
UK Russia sanctions guidance updated to include licencing grounds relating to Schedule 3DA revenue generating goods
The UK has updated its Russia sanctions guidance to include licensing grounds relating to Schedule 3DA revenue generating goods, outlining when a licence may be granted for the... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFAC designates ISIS cybersecurity experts & financial facilitator
OFAC has designated 2 Egyptian nationals, Mu’min Al-Mawji Mahmud Salim and Sarah Jamal Muhammad Al-Sayyid, the creators of ISIS-affiliated platform Electronic Horizons Foundation, which allegedly provides cybersecurity guidance... more
1 year ago
Alignment of non-EU countries with Syria & Guatemala sanctions & EU Tunisia de-listings
The candidate countries North Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia, Albania, Ukraine, Moldova, and Bosnia and Herzegovina, and the EFTA countries Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway have aligned themselves with the EU’s... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Counter Terrorism Designations; Iran-related Designation; Burma-related Designations; Sudan Designations; Russia-related Designation Removal; Issuance of Burma-related General License
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Burma General License 6, "Authorizing the Wind Down of Transactions Involving Shwe Byain Phyu Group... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Baltic countries agree on uniform EU sanctions & export control implementation
Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania have agreed to adopt uniform customs controls and information exchange by 31 January 2024, recognising that “closing loopholes and ensuring the effective implementation of... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
23/2024 : 31 January 2024 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-745/20
Symphony Environmental Technologies and Symphony Environmental v Parliament and Others Law governing the institutions Products made from oxo-degradable plastic: the General Court endorses the prohibition on the placing on... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
News story: £1,000 National Insurance cut boosts Britain’s paychecks
Millions of UK workers see boost in take home pay today as cut to National Insurance shows in January’s payslip as part of plan to reward work and... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
OFSI holding teach-ins this week on oil price cap updates
OFSI is hosting industry teach-ins at 10.30am tomorrow and Thursday to address the changes to the oil price cap guidance.  To attend one of these online sessions, write... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Australia reviews terrorism designations
Designations on Australia’s sanctions regimes expire in 3 years unless declarations are made to continue them in effect pursuant to regulation 9 of the Autonomous Sanctions Regulations 2011. As part... more
1 year ago
Japan designates Hamas financiers
Japan has designated 2 individuals and 4 entities allegedly linked to the financing of Hamas: Sudan-based Zawaya Group for Development and Investment and Larrycom for Investment; Spain-based Al... more
1 year ago
OFAC designates Iraqi bank owner for supporting Iran
OFAC has designated Hamad al-Moussawi, the owner and president of the board of directors of Iraq’s Al-Huda Bank, for his alleged support to the IRGC-QF, including through support for... more
1 year ago
US reviews Venezuela sanctions after Venezuelan Supreme Ct judgment & GL expiry dates
The US is reviewing its decision to grant Venezuela certain relief from sanctions in response to the Venezuelan Supreme Court judgment upholding a ban which prevents opposition presidential... more
1 year ago
UK & US make Iran designations in response to assassination plots
The UK has designated 1 entity and 7 individuals to “tackle the domestic threat posed by the Iranian regime” (notice): Naji Ibrahim Sharifi-Zindashti, who, according to OFSI and... more
1 year ago
EU renews Russia sanctions & makes human rights designations
The EU has renewed its Russia sectoral sanctions for a further 6 months (until 31 July 2024) and listed 4 individuals and 1 entity under its global human... more
1 year ago
22/2024 : 30 January 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-442/22
Dyrektor Izby Administracji Skarbowej w Lublinie Taxation VAT fraud: Employee using her employer’s details to issue fake invoices is liable for the amount of the taxes entered on... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
21/2024 : 30 January 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-255/21
Reti Televisive Italiane Freedom of establishment Hourly limit for television publicity spots: promotional announcements for radio programmes broadcast on television channels belonging to the same corporate group are... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
20/2024 : 30 January 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-118/22
Direktor na Glavna direktsia "Natsionalna politsia" pri MVR - Sofia Area of Freedom, Security and Justice Right to erasure: the general and indiscriminate storage of biometric and genetic... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
19/2024 : 30 January 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-560/20
Landeshauptmann von Wien Area of Freedom, Security and Justice A recognised unaccompanied minor refugee has the right to family reunification with his or her parents even if he... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Iran-related Designations; Counter Terrorism Designation
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Document spells out allegations against 12 UN employees Israel says participated in Hamas attack
TEL AVIV: An Israeli document obtained Monday spelled out allegations against a dozen UN employees the country says participated in Hamas' October 7 assault - claiming seven stormed... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
Battles in Gaza after Jordan attack kill three US troops
GAZA CITY: Deadly fighting and air strikes rocked besieged Gaza on Monday, a day after an attack that killed three US troops in Jordan heightened fears of a... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
France to push for EU law changes as farmers block Paris highways
PARIS: France said it would push to ease European Union environmental regulations on fallow farmland this week, as tractors blocked major highways out of Paris on Monday and... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
China Evergrande liquidation ordered by court
A Hong Kong court has ordered the liquidation of China Evergrande, the real estate firm with more than $300bn (£236.1bn) of debts, amid deepening fears for the territory's... more
1 year ago
$40m for arms stolen by corrupt officials: Ukraine
KYIV: Employees from a Ukrainian arms firm conspired with defence ministry officials to embezzle almost $40 million earmarked to buy 100,000 mortar shells for the war with Russia,... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
EU publishes white paper on coordination of export controls
The EU Commission has published a white paper (factsheet) analysing the current variation in export controls across EU member states and making proposals to help foster uniform and... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Latvia to centralise sanctions-related work in single authority
From 1 April 2024, the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) will become the main competent authority for sanctions in Latvia.  The FIU is currently responsible for combatting sanctions evasion... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Speech: Economic Secretary’s capital markets speech to Bloomberg
On Thursday 25th January, Economic Secretary to the Treasury Bim Afolami delivered a speech at Bloomberg’s London HQ about the drive for a capital markets renaissance.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
UK and US designate Houthi leaders
The UK and the US have designated 4 Houthi leaders who, according to the FCDO and OFAC, are connected to the disruptions to international shipping in the Red... more
1 year ago
NGOs call upon the UK Home Secretary to stop expansion of Facial Recognition Technology
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Sanctioned Sovcombank requests US licence to make UN climate payments
Sovcombank, designated by the US (and UK and EU), has reportedly requested an OFAC licence to pay membership fees for the UN Environment Programme Finance Initiative. The UN... more
1 year ago
UK SRA publishes sanctions risk assessment guidance
The UK Solicitors Regulation Authority has published sanctions regime – firm-wide risk assessments to provide guidance on legal and regulatory obligations to law firms, outlining: who is at... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US offering $15m reward for info on individual connected to Iran export control violations
The US is offering a reward of up to $15 million for information related to US-designated Iranian businessman, Hossein Hatefi Ardakani, who, according to the US Department of... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Guidance: Financial sanctions, Yemen
Yemen is currently subject to UK financial sanctions. This document contains a current list of designated persons.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Financial sanctions, Yemen
Yemen is currently subject to UK financial sanctions. This document contains a current list of designated persons.... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
US memorandum on export control voluntary self-disclosure process
The US Department of Commerce has published a memorandum outlining changes to its export control voluntary self-disclosure (VSD) process: strongly encouraging for the first time the submission of... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
News story: Bank of England and HM Treasury respond to digital pound consultation
The Bank of England (the Bank) and HM Treasury have today published their response to the consultation on a digital pound that was launched in February 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
US court sentences individual for violating Iran export controls
US national, Jalal Hajavi, has been sentenced by a US District Court to 2 years in prison after being convicted for conspiring to violate the International Emergency Economic... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Corporate report: UK Government Investments: public body review report
The outcome of the arm’s length body review of UK Government Investments (UKGI).... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
UK NCA issues alert on sanctions evasion risks linked to artwork storage facilities
The UK National Crime Agency has issued an alert highlighting the sanctions evasion risks presented to UK industries linked to the art storage sector, outlining: key indicators and... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Policy paper: Public service pensions increase: 2024
Covering note and multiplier tables for public service pensions in 2024.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Prudential Regulation Authority review of ring-fencing rules
This report sets out the conclusions of the Prudential Regulation Authority’s (PRA) review of its rules on ring-fencing.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
18/2024 : 25 January 2024 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-753/22
Bundesrepublik Deutschland Area of Freedom, Security and Justice Advocate General Medina: Member States are not bound to recognise refugee status granted in another Member State... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
17/2024 : 25 January 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-334/22
Audi Intellectual and industrial property European Union trade mark: a car manufacturer can prohibit the use of a sign identical or similar to the trade mark it owns... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
16/2024 : 25 January 2024 - Judgments of the Court of Justice in Cases C-474/22, C-54/23
Laudamotion Transport Passengers who did not present themselves for boarding for a flight which arrived with a long delay or who purchased a ticket for an alternative flight... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Bulgarian MPs propose bill to freeze Russian assets & seize Russian tourist resort
2 Bulgarian MPs from the parliamentary group “We Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria” have reportedly proposed a bill to the Bulgarian National Assembly to freeze Russian assets in Bulgaria... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US BIS expands Russia export controls & makes clarifying changes
The US Bureau of Industry and Security has (notice): expanded the scope of the EAR’s Russian and Belarusian Industry Sector Sanctions by adding 95 6-digit Harmonized Tariff Schedule... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Dutch police arrest individuals for breaching Russia export controls
Dutch police have arrested 3 people suspected of breaching EU export controls by exporting technological and laboratory equipment with possible military usage to Russia.  The group are said... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US designates Kata’ib Hizballah leaders and Iraqi airline
OFAC has designated 3 individuals and 1 entity connected to the Iran-aligned Iraqi militia, Kata’ib Hizballah (KH) (notice): Hossein Moanes al-Ibudi, a senior member of KH; Riyad Ali... more
1 year ago
Australia, UK, and US designate Russian individual for Medibank cyber attack
Australia, the UK, and the US have designated Russian individual, Aleksandr Gennadievich Ermakov, for his 2022 cyber attack on the Medibank Private network in which 9.7 million records... more
1 year ago
15/2024 : 24 January 2024 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-537/22
Delta-Sport Handelskontor v EUIPO - Lego Intellectual and industrial property Intellectual property: the General Court of the European Union upholds the validity of the protection of the Lego... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
14/2024 : 24 January 2024 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-562/22
Noah Clothing v EUIPO - Noah (NOAH) Intellectual and industrial property The General Court confirms that the figurative sign NOAH may remain registered as an EU trade mark... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
EU designates entities for undermining stability in Sudan
The EU has added 6 entities to its Sudan sanctions list for supporting activities undermining the stability and political transition of Sudan (regulation, decision): 2 companies involved in the... more
1 year ago
EU designates individuals & entities on Syria sanctions list
The EU has added 6 individuals and 5 entities to its Syria sanctions list “in view of the ongoing situation in Syria” (regulation, decision): 3 leading businesspersons operating... more
1 year ago
UK, US, and Australia designate Hamas leaders & financial network
The UK has designated 5 individuals and 1 entity involved in the leadership and financial networks of Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad (notice): Zuheir Shamlakh, a Hamas financier... more
1 year ago
New XML format of Switzerland sanctions lists
The Swiss Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO) has published on its website an example of a sanction list in which several sanction-set-ids are linked to the same target... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU publishes guidance for member states on data collection for dual-use items export control report
The EU has published guidance for member states for data gathering and processing for the preparation of the annual report on the control of exports, brokering, technical assistance,... more
1 year ago
NYSDFS fines ICBC $30m for BSA/AML and sanctions compliance deficiencies
The New York State Department of Financial Services (NYSDFS) has fined Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) $30 million pursuant to a consent order following the finding... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
UK proscribes Hizb ut-Tahrir as terrorist organisation
The UK has proscribed as a terrorist organisation Hizb ut-Tahrir pursuant to the  Terrorism Act 2000 (Proscribed Organisations) (Amendment) Order 2024 (House of Commons debate; House of Lords debate).... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFSI publishes details of upcoming webinars & events
OFSI has published details of its upcoming webinars and events: 15 February 2024: “Understanding Licensing for UK Financial Sanctions”; 29 February 2024: “UK Financial Sanctions and the Maritime... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
UK ECJU removes Burkina Faso, Haiti, Mali, and Niger as permissible destinations from certain OGLs
The UK Export Control Joint Unit has updated 13 open general licences (OGLs) to remove Burkina Faso, Haiti, Mali, and Niger as permissible destinations: Burkina Faso, Haiti, Mali,... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFAC publishes video tutorial on how to use sanctions list search tool
OFAC has published a video providing a tutorial on how to use OFAC’s Sanctions List Search Tool and recommended steps for assessing a potential match to OFAC sanctions... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU establishes Hamas & PIJ sanctions framework & designates 6 individuals
The EU has established a sanctions framework targeting individuals and entities who support, facilitate or enable violent actions by Hamas and the Palestinian Islamic Jihad (regulation, decision). Individuals... more
1 year ago
Counter Terrorism Designations; Issuance of Counter Terrorism General License and Frequently Asked Question
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Counter Terrorism General License 27, "Authorizing Civil Aviation Safety and Wind Down Transactions Involving Fly... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
City & Financial: Economic Sanctions Summit on 29 January 2024 & Maya Lester KC interview
City & Financial’s Economic Sanctions Summit is on 29 January 2024 in London. Speakers include Maya Lester KC (of this site) who was interviewed by City & Financial... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Form: Challenge the government to sell land or property (Right to Contest)
If you believe land or property is not needed and could be put to better economic use, then you can challenge the government by submitting a Right to... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Press release: UK updates Travel Advice to some western regions of Ukraine
The UK government has updated its travel advice to Ukraine following a change in the risk assessment on the ground in four western regions of the country.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Israeli Airstrike in Syria
  On Saturday, an Israeli airstrike in the Syrian capital resulted in the destruction of a building utilized by the Iran regime’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard, leading to the... more
1 year ago
x.irannewsupdate
Latvia sanctions investigation for Russian tea supply
It is reported that the Latvian National Regional Development Agency (VRAA) has referred LLC Lanekss to the criminal authorities for supplying tea made in Russia to the Electronic... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFAC sanctions shipping company for Russia oil price cap violation
The US has sanctioned UAE-based shipping company, Hennesea Holdings Ltd, for violating the $60-per-barrel price cap on Russian crude oil exports. Hennesea Holdings Ltd, said to be the... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Dutch court upholds fines for inadequate sanctions screening
The Rotterdam District court has upheld the imposition of fines on a financial services provider by the Dutch National Bank in relation to due diligence failings including in... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Policy paper: Report on the annual review of National Insurance contributions
This report sets out the reasons for not laying before Parliament a draft order under section 141 to amend Part I of the Social Security Contributions and Benefits... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
EU to strengthen rule book against terrorist financing
Yesterday, the EU Parliament and Council reached a provisional agreement on the sixth Anti-Money Laundering (AML) directive and the EU “single rulebook” regulation. The agreed provisions, part of the Anti-Money Laundering and... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US businessman arrested for illegal export of controlled technology
A US business man, YIlya Kahn, was arrested in Los Angeles yesterday for his alleged involvement in a year-long scheme to export sensitive technology for the benefit of... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFAC Basics Video Series - Sanctions List Search
Today, OFAC is releasing the first video in its “OFAC Basics” video series. The OFAC Basics: Sanctions List Search video provides viewers with a brief tutorial on how... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
UK release updated general guidance on sanctions
OFSI have today release an updated guidance outlining obligations under financial sanctions as well as OFSI’s approach to licensing and compliance issues. It takes into account the most... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US terrorism General Licences and SDN list changes
OFAC is issuing the following GLs: Counter Terrorism General License 22, authorizing the provision of agricultural, medicine and medical equipment, including replacement parts and software, involving Houthis. Counter Terrorism... more
1 year ago
UK replaces General Licence for vessels
The Department for International Trade has revoked and replaced its General Trade Licence Russia Sanctions – Vessels. The new licence comes into force today (18 January) and revokes the... more
1 year ago
EU implement UN amendments to ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida sanctions list
The EU has issued Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/372, to give effect to the 14 amendments made by the UN (see previous article here) to the ISIL (Da’esh) and... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US designates Houthis as Specially Designated Global Terrorists
The US National Security Advisor, Jake Sullivan, announced in a statement that the US will designate the Houthis rebels as special designated global terrorists, with effect 30 days... more
1 year ago
Russia-related Designations and Designation Update; Counter Terrorism Designation Update; Issuance of Russia-related General Licenses and Amended Frequently Asked Question
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Russia-related General License 13H, "Authorizing Certain Administrative Transactions Prohibited by Directive 4 under Executive Order... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
News story: Chancellor in Davos to champion British excellence in tech
Jeremy Hunt champions British science and tech in first visit to the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland from a UK Chancellor since 2019... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
13/2024 : 18 January 2024 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-240/22 P
Commission v Intel Corporation Competition Advocate General Medina: the Court should confirm that the Commission erred in applying the AEC test with respect to HP and Lenovo... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
12/2024 : 18 January 2024 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-450/22
Caixabank and Others Approximation of laws Advocate General Medina: the transparency of ‘floor clauses’ in mortgage loan contracts can be reviewed in the context of a collective action... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
11/2024 : 18 January 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-451/22
RTL Nederland and RTL Nieuws Disaster involving flight MH17: the confidentiality of certain information concerning aviation safety is justified and proportionate... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
10/2024 : 18 January 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-218/22
Comune di Copertino Freedom of movement for persons A worker who was not able to take all of his or her days of paid annual leave before resigning... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Issuance of Counter Terrorism Frequently Asked Question
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing a new Counter Terrorism-related Frequently Asked Question (1158).... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
OFSI and OFAC General Licence updates
OFSI General Licence INT/2023/4078352 (which permits payment processing wind down for UK credit or financial institutions in relation to Sberbank), expired on 23 December 2023, and has now... more
1 year ago
Australia updates consolidated lists
The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade (DFAT) has updated the Australia consolidated sanctions list (download list here) to adopt the recent UN designations to the ISIL... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Global Magnitsky Designation and Designations Removals; Issuance of Counter Terrorism General Licenses
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Counter Terrorism General License 22, "Transactions Related to the Provision of Agricultural Commodities, Medicine, Medical... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
EU terrorism designations
The EU has added Yahia Sinouar, the political leader of Hamas, to its terrorist list (provided for by Common Position 2001/931) in response to the attacks in Israel on... more
1 year ago
Official Statistics: Forecasts for the UK economy: January 2024
A comparison of independent forecasts for the UK economy in January 2024.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
UK amends 2 Russia and Belarus designations
The UK has amended 1 entry on its Russia list for Svyatoslav Evgenievich OSTROVSKY (Group ID: 14811) and 1 on the UK Belarus list: Petr Aleksandrovich ORLOV (Group ID: 16287)... more
1 year ago
Freedom of expression versus Russia sanctions? UK court rejects Graham Phillips’ Sanctions Act challenge
The Administrative Court has given judgment in the first case in England to consider the relationship between financial sanctions and freedom of expression. Judgment here (and on the UK... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
9/2024 : 16 January 2024 - Order of the General Court in case T-46/23
Kaili v Parliament and EPPO Law governing the institutions Lifting of parliamentary immunity: Eva Kaili’s action against the request of the European Chief Prosecutor and the decision of... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Issuance of Venezuela-related General License
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Venezuela-related General License 5N "Authorizing Certain Transactions Related to the Petroleos de Venezuela, S.A. 2020... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Correspondence: DAO 01/24 – Parliamentary Communications
"Dear Accounting Officer" (DAO). The letter provides further detail on: A key element of propriety is meeting parliamentary expectations, especially transparency.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
PI's submission the UN Special Rapporteur on freedom assembly 2023
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Open consultation: Tax Simplification for Alternative Finance
The government is consulting on proposals to reform the tax treatment of alternative refinancing arrangements.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
8/2024 : 16 January 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-33/22
Österreichische Datenschutzbehörde Principles of Community law A parliamentary committee of inquiry must in principle comply with the General Data Protection Regulation... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
7/2024 : 16 January 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-621/21
Intervyuirasht organ na DAB pri MS Area of Freedom, Security and Justice Violence against women: the Court clarifies the conditions for qualifying for international protection... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
UK makes 4 amendments under Isil (Da’esh) and Al-Qaeda regime, and adds 1 designation under Bosnia and Herzegovina regime
Today the UK Government has made 4 administrative amendments to the following entries under the Isil (Da’esh) and Al-Qaeda sanctions regime. These individuals remain subject to an asset... more
1 year ago
EU updates Decision (CFSP) 2022/2319 in line with UN sanctions on Haiti individuals
On the 8 December 2023 the UN added the following 4 Haitian gang leaders to their sanctions list (article): Johnson Andre (Group ID: 16325) Renel Destina (Group ID:... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US sanctions Houthi financial facilitators
On Friday 12 January 2024, OFAC sanctioned 4 tankers and 2 companies, UAE-based Global Tech Marine Services and Hong Kong-based Cielo Maritime, for shipping Iranian commodities on behalf of the network... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Policy paper: Treasury Minutes – January 2024
Government departments respond to the Public Accounts Committee reports through a Treasury minute.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Financial sanctions, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bosnia and Herzegovina is currently subject to UK financial sanctions. To date, no targets have been designated.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Speech: Defending Britain from a more dangerous world
Defence Secretary, Grant Shapps, delivered a speech at Lancaster House in London... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
German Scientists Met Openly With Wuhan “Batwoman”
Perfectly timed to coincide with Anthony Fauci’s closed-door testimony before the US Congress, a recent bombshell report suggested, based on FOIA’d emails, that Shi Zhengli of the Wuhan... more
1 year ago
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North Korea fires missile, minister to visit Russia as tensions rise
SEOUL: North Korea fired an apparent intermediate-range missile into the sea on Sunday, South Korea and Japan said, as tensions run high after Pyongyang's recent launches of an... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
Speech: Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's address to the Ukrainian Parliament: 12 January 2024
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's speech at Ukraine's Parliament, the Verkhovna Rada.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
EU establishes Guatemala sanctions regime following attempts to nullify election results
The EU has established a Guatemala sanctions regime, authorising sanctions against individuals and entities responsible for actions that undermine democracy, the rule of law and a peaceful transfer of power in... more
1 year ago
American journalist Gonzalo Lira dies from neglect in Ukrainian prison
Gonzalo Lira, a prominent commentator on the Russia-Ukraine war imprisoned in Ukraine for speech critical of the country’s government, has died after weeks of medical neglect by Ukrainian... more
1 year ago
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US designations following transfer of DPRK missiles to Russia
The US Department of State designated 3 Russian entities, 1 individual, and 4 aircraft involved in the transfer and testing of DPRK ballistic missiles for Russia’s use against Ukraine... more
1 year ago
Policy paper: UK-Ukraine Agreement on Security Co-operation
Agreement on Security Co-operation between the United Kingdom of Great Britain & Northern Ireland and Ukraine.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Counter Terrorism Designations; Russia-related Designation Removal
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Guernsey sanctions guidance
The Guernsey Financial Services Commission has published guidance on its sanctions, terrorist financing, and proliferation financing webpages: Targeted Financial Sanctions: Overarching Guidance On Compliance For Firms, including FAQs.... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Press release: PM in Kyiv: UK support will not falter
The Prime Minister will reiterate the UK’s unwavering support for Ukraine in a visit to the capital Kyiv today.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
EU Court dismisses Amer Foz’s appeal against sanctions designation
The Court of Justice has dismissed an appeal by Amer Foz against the General Court’s judgment rejecting his application to annul his listing on the EU Syria sanctions... more
1 year ago
News story: Three members reappointed to the Prudential Regulation Committee
The three external members have been reappointed by the Economic Secretary to the Treasury.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Russia-related Designations and Designations Updates; Cyber-related Designation Update; Implementation of the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is amending its regulations to implement for 2024 the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990,... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
UN amends entries on terrorism sanctions list
The UN has amended 14 entries on its ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida sanctions list, amending the identification information and adding to the statements of reasons and other information.... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
UK ECJU issues guidance for export licence applications
The UK Export Control Joint Unit has issued guidance consisting of “reminders and good practice” for export licence applications, including: all applications received are processed on a case-by-case... more
1 year ago
Malta guidance on EU restrictions on sale of oil tankers to Russian entities
Malta’s Sanctions Monitoring Board (SMB) has published guidance on the EU prohibition on the sale or transfer of ownership of oil tankers to Russian-based individuals or entities, introduced... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Policy paper: Third Trade Specialised Committee on Customs Cooperation and Rules of Origin Minutes
Minutes for the third meeting of the UK-EU Trade Specialised Committee on Customs Cooperation and Rules of Origin under the Trade and Cooperation Agreement.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Press release: HMRC make it an ‘appy New Year for jobseekers
Find your National Insurance number and employment history using the HMRC app.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
6/2024 : 11 January 2024 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-563/22
Zamestnik-predsedatel na Darzhavna agentsia za bezhantsite Area of Freedom, Security and Justice Advocate General Emiliou: Palestinian applicants for refugee status can claim that UNRWA’s protection has ‘ceased’ in... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
5/2024 : 11 January 2024 - Opinions of the Advocate General in joined cases C-662/22, C-663/22, C664/22, C-665/22, C-666/22, C-667/22
Airbnb Ireland Advocate General Szpunar: a Member State cannot impose general and abstract obligations on an online service provider operating on its territory but established in another Member... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
4/2024 : 11 January 2024 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-48/22 P
Google and Alphabet v Commission (Google Shopping) Competition Advocate General Kokott proposes that the Court of Justice confirm the fine of €2.4 billion imposed on Google for favouring... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
3/2024 : 11 January 2024 - Opinion of the Advocate General in cases C-808/21, C-814/21
Commission v Czech Republic Citizenship of the Union Advocate General Richard de la Tour: by refusing to grant the right to become members of a political party to... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
2/2024 : 11 January 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-440/22 P
Wizz Air Hungary v Commission State aid The Court dismisses Wizz Air’s appeal concerning the rescue aid granted by Romania to TAROM... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
1/2024 : 11 January 2024 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-122/22 P
Dyson and Others v Commission Law governing the institutions Energy labelling of vacuum cleaners: the Court of Justice definitively dismisses the action for compensation brought by Dyson... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Open consultation: Enhancing the Special Resolution Regime: Consultation
This consultation sets out proposals to enhance the UK’s resolution regime for banking institutions (banks, building societies, and PRA-designated investment firms).... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Huawei ends US lobbying operations after years of fighting ban
WASHINGTON - Huawei Technologies, the Chinese wireless equipment maker that spent tens of millions of dollars trying to win over US policymakers only to eventually be blacklisted, has... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
Security Council ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida Sanctions Committee Amends Fourteen Entries to Its Sanctions List
On 14 December 2023, the Security Council Committee pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999), 1989 (2011) and 2253 (2015) concerning ISIL (Da’esh), Al‑Qaida and associated individuals, groups, undertakings and... more
1 year ago
UN.org
Policy paper: Central Counterparties Special Resolution Regime Code of Practice
This Code of Practice sets out the tools and powers available for resolving a CCP, as set out under the Financial Services and Markets Act 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
National Statistics: Report on outstanding debt owed by other countries to His Majesty’s Government in 2023
This report provides the outstanding stock of debt owed by other countries to UK Export Finance and the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, as of 31 August 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: Report under section 231 of the Banking Act 2009: 1 April 2023 to 30 September 2023
Report under section 231 of the Banking Act 2009 for the period 1 April 2023 to 30 September 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: Report under section 231 of the Banking Act 2009: 1 October 2022 to 31 March 2023
Report under section 231 of the Banking Act 2009 for the period 1 October 2022 to 31 March 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Policy Design Document
This document, published at Budget 2021, outlines details on the mandate and design of the UK Infrastructure Bank.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: UKIB Framework Document
This document sets out the accountabilities and relationships between the UK Infrastructure Bank (UKIB), the Shareholder (HM Treasury) and the Shareholder Representative (UK Government Investments).... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Keepwell Agreement
Keepwell agreement between HM Treasury and the UK Infrastructure Bank.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Sovereign Infrastructure Guarantee
This document provides the legal structure for the UK Infrastructure Bank to provide guarantees.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation – About our services
OFSI helps ensure financial sanctions are properly understood, implemented and enforced in the United Kingdom. This includes the Oil Price Cap on Russian oil.... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Guidance: User and Preparer Advisory Group terms of reference
This document details the terms of reference for the User and Preparer Advisory Group (UPAG)... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Florida Surgeon General Calls for a “Halt to the Use of mRNA COVID-19 Vaccines”
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo called for a “halt to the use of mRNA COVID-19 vaccines” in a press release and X thread.... more
1 year ago
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Policy paper: Group of Creditors to Ukraine: Statement on extending the debt deferral for Ukraine
In continuing solidarity with Ukraine, the UK, as a member of Ukraine’s group of bilateral creditors, has released a statement on extending the debt deferral for Ukraine.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Earth shattered global heat record in 2023 and it's flirting with warming limit, European agency says
Earth last year shattered global annual heat records, flirted with the world’s agreed-upon warming threshold and showed more signs of a feverish planet, the European climate agency said... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
Toxic nanoplastics make up around 90% of the plastic particles found in bottled water
Bottled water has been found to contain hundreds of thousands of tiny plastic particles, the vast majority of which are nanoplastics (... more
1 year ago
chemistryworld
Argentina court approves transfer of Venezuelan Boeing 747 connected to violation of Iran export controls to US
On 4 January 2024, a federal court in Argentina reportedly approved the transfer of a grounded Boeing 747 (US-origin) to the US. The plane was said to have... more
1 year ago
National Statistics: GDP deflators at market prices, and money GDP December 2023 (Quarterly National Accounts)
This document contains the latest gross domestic product (GDP) deflators. The GDP deflator can be viewed as a measure of general inflation in the domestic economy.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Open consultation: Consultation on devolving powers for a Scottish Building Safety Levy
This consultation invites views and evidence in relation to the proposal to devolve powers to the Scottish Parliament to create a Building Safety Levy.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
UN amends entries on terrorism and DPRK sanctions lists
The UN has amended 7 entries on its ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida sanctions list, adding further information on individuals and entities. The UN has amended 2 entries on... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
China designates US defence entities for arms sales to Taiwan
China’s Foreign Ministry has announced that it has sanctioned 5 US defence companies pursuant to its Anti-Foreign Sanctions Law, freezing the properties of those companies in China, and... more
1 year ago
Security Council ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida Sanctions Committee Amends Seven Entries to Its Sanctions List
On 19 December 2023, the Security Council Committee pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999), 1989 (2011) and 2253 (2015) concerning ISIL (Da’esh), Al‑Qaida and associated individuals, groups, undertakings and... more
1 year ago
UN.org
News story: £1,000 yearly tax cut for households from today
27 million people across the UK will benefit from a yearly tax cut worth hundreds of pounds from today, meaning a household with two average earners will save... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Security Council 1718 Sanctions Committee Amends Two Entries on Its Sanctions List
On 5 January 2024, the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1718 (2006) enacted the amendments, specified with strikethrough and underline, in the entries below on its... more
1 year ago
UN.org
News story: Russia uses North Korean weapons against Ukraine: UK response
The UK has issued a statement in response to Russia using weapons sourced from North Korea against Ukraine.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Google must bargain with YouTube worker union, US labour board rules
ALBANY - Alphabet’s Google violated US labour law by refusing to bargain with a union representing contract workers for YouTube Music, a federal agency has ruled. The National... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
Marine veteran sues Justice Department for denying victim’s funds
A Marine veteran held hostage in Iran for more than four years has filed a federal lawsuit against the Department of Justice after FBI allegations reversed a decision... more
1 year ago
.Military Times
Research: UK official holdings of international reserves: December 2023
This release details movements in the international reserves of gold and assets held by the UK Government.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
'Clinton could be in list of people tied to Epstein'
Court documents related to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein are expected to be released soon with many names that were previously redacted, and prominent figures on the right are... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
TikTok targets $23.3 billion shopping business on Amazon’s turf
HONG KONG – ByteDance’s TikTok aims to grow the size of its US e-commerce business tenfold to as much as US$17.5 billion (S$23.3 billion) in 2024, according to... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
US charity sentenced for illegal exports to Syria
The US charity, NuDay, has been sentenced by a US District Court to 5 years probation, and subject to a $25,000 fine for sending over 100 shipments (worth... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU designates Russian diamond mining company & CEO
The EU has designated PJSC Alrosa and its CEO, Pavel Alekseevich Marinychev, Russia’s largest diamond producer, accounting for over 90% of Russian production (regulation, decision). This follows the ban on... more
1 year ago
Press release: PM call with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine: 2 January 2024
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak spoke to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy today.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Ukraine designates Russian individuals using Ukrainian documents
Pursuant to Article 5 of the Law of Ukraine “On Sanctions”, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has enacted Presidential Decree No. 877/2023, designating 6 Russian individuals who are allegedly... more
1 year ago
New UK and EU Sanctions introduced against Russia
The United Kingdom (“UK”) introduced new sanctions against Russia on December 14, 2023 with the European Union (“EU”) also adopting its 12th package of sanctions against Russia on... more
1 year ago
.justia.com
News story: New tax credits for British film, TV and video game makers start from today
British film, TV and video game producers will benefit from new, more generous tax credits that start today (1 January 2024).... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Press release: VAT on period pants scrapped
Women will save up to £2 on period pants on average as the government scraps VAT on the underwear.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
South Korea designates DPRK individuals for cyber activities & arms trade
South Korea has reportedly designated Ri Chang Ho, the head of the DPRK Reconnaissance General Bureau, for his alleged involvement in “earning foreign currency through illegal cyber activities... more
1 year ago
OFAC designates Houthi-connected exchange houses
OFAC has designated 1 individual and 3 entities allegedly responsible for facilitating the flow of Iranian financial assistance to Houthi forces (notice): Türkiye-based, Al Aman Kargo Ithalat Ihracat Ve... more
1 year ago
US dollar set for worst year since 2020
NEW YORK - The US dollar is poised for its worst year since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic as Wall Street bets the Federal Reserve is set... more
1 year ago
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Do Kwon’s Terraform Labs set for crypto trial in January
NEW YORK - Terraform Labs and the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will head to trial in January, with Jump Trading swept up in the mix, after... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
China designates US firm conducting research on Xinjiang
Pursuant to its Anti-Foreign Sanctions Law, China has designated Kharon, a US firm which conducts research on the Xinjiang region, providing data related to the US Govt’s designations under... more
1 year ago
Switzerland makes Russia & Iran designations and updates other listings
The Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs has: designated Russian and Belarusian individuals and entities in line with the EU’s designations in its 12th package, and Switzerland is... more
1 year ago
Canada’s Cannabis Industry Struggles Under Weight of Onerous Taxation and Regulations
Five years since the legalization of cannabis in Canada, the industry finds itself grappling with significant challenges. Despite making economic contributions on par with the dairy sector and... more
1 year ago
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Japan designates Hamas officials
Japan has designated a further 3 senior Hamas members believed to be involved in the 7 October attacks in Israel: Yahya Sinwar (nationality unknown); Palestinian national, Muhammed Deif;... more
1 year ago
China bans export of rare earths processing technology
China has reportedly prohibited the export of technology used for the processing of rare earths, proposed in April 2023.  This follows China’s implementation of reporting requirements for the... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Ukraine, South Korea & Taiwan expand Russia sanctions & export controls
Ukrainian President Zelensky has signed Decrees No. 850/2023 and No. 851/2023 designating Russian entities and businesspersons undertaking operations in Russian-controlled Ukrainian territories. South Korea has expanded its list... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US to provide up to $250 million in arms, equipment to Ukraine - Blinken
WASHINGTON: The US will provide up to $250 million in arms and equipment to Ukraine in the final package of aid this year to help Kyiv in its... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
Credit Suisse handed $3.9m penalty by MAS for relationship managers’ misconduct
SINGAPORE – The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has imposed a $3.9 million civil penalty on Credit Suisse for its failure to prevent or detect misconduct by relationship... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
US announces new weapons package for Ukraine
The U.S. on Wednesday announced what officials say could be the final package of military aid to Ukraine unless Congress approves supplemental funding legislation that is stalled on Capitol Hill. The weapons,... more
1 year ago
.Military Times
Arctic LNG 2 project delayed following US sanctions
Russia-based, Novatek has reportedly sent force majeure notifications to some of its clients over future supplies from its Arctic LNG 2 project, a liquefied natural gas project in... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU updates Russia FAQs
The European Commission has added and updated FAQs on: restrictions on diamonds: summarising the diamond import ban, the different phases, weight thresholds, and jewellery; divestment from Russia: outlining... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Advocate General’s opinion: EU Courts do not have jurisdiction to clarify meaning of EU sanctions decisions (unless implemented by a regulation) except for fundamental rights compliance
In two cases before the CJEU (Joined Cases C-29/22 P and C-44/22 and  Case C-351/22), Advocate-General Capeta gave opinions (not binding on the Court of Justice on the... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU court rejects Commission & EASA’s interpretation of prohibition on Russian controlled planes
Article 4e(1) of Council Decision 2014/512/CFSP prohibits any Russian-registered aircraft, and any non-Russian-registered aircraft which is owned or chartered, or “otherwise controlled” by any Russian natural or legal... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
UK updates professional and business services Russia sanctions guidance
The UK Govt has updated its document on complying with professional and business services sanctions related to Russia: adding a section on “aims”, outlining that the prohibitions aim... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Open consultation: Transparency of land ownership involving trusts consultation
The government is consulting on the transparency of land ownership when trusts are involved in the ownership structure.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Spring Budget 2024 representations
Guidance for submitting Spring Budget 2024 representations to the Treasury.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: Spring Budget 2024 date confirmed
Spring Budget 2024 will be 6 March.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
EU court Russia de-listing judgments: Mndoiants succeeds, applications of Abramovich & Moshkovich rejected
In Case T-390/22, the General Court of the EU granted Sergueï Mndoiants’ application for annulment from the Russia sanctions list. He was originally designated by the EU in... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Canada Issues Travel Advisory on U.S. Trips Over Abortion, LGBTQ Rights Concerns
Canada Issues Travel Advisory on U.S. Trips Over Abortion, LGBTQ Rights Concerns In a notable move, Canada has issued a travel advisory for its citizens, bringing attention to... more
1 year ago
x.bnnbreaking
US Targets Foreign Banks with Sanctions to Curb Russia’s War Effort
US Targets Foreign Banks with Sanctions to Curb Russia’s War Effort In a decisive stroke designed to undermine Russia’s military capabilities, US President Joe Biden has signed a... more
1 year ago
x.bnnbreaking
Airstrike kills 76 members of the same family in Gaza, rescue officials say
An Israeli airstrike killed 76 members of an extended family, rescue officials said Saturday, a day after the UN's chief warned again that nowhere is safe in Gaza and... more
1 year ago
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Student Unrest and Political Tensions Surge in Bangladesh
Student Unrest and Political Tensions Surge in Bangladesh Amidst the scenic beauty of Bangladesh’s hill tracts, a darker narrative unfolds as the United People’s Democratic Front (UPDF) students... more
1 year ago
x.bnnbreaking
Israel Fails To Prove Targeted Gaza Hospital Was Hamas Hub: Washington Post
For weeks, alternative news outlets like The Grayzone and The Intercept have cast major doubts on Israel's claim that the al-Shifa Hospital in northern Gaza sat atop a... more
1 year ago
New US Executive Order authorises sanctions on foreign financial institutions facilitating Russia transactions
US President Biden has issued an Executive Order, expanding US Russia sanctions (OFAC press release): amending EO 14024 to authorise the imposition of sanctions on foreign financial institutions... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US national pleads guilty to evasion of US export controls on Russia
US national, Cyril Gregory Buyanovsky, who is the owner of KanRus Trading Company, has pleaded guilty to a conspiracy to circumvent US export controls by filing false export forms... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Japan introduces additional sanctions against Russia
DECEMBER 22, 2023 By Junko Suetomi (末冨純子）AND Izumi Matsumoto  （松本泉）2 MINS READ On 15 December 2023, the Japanese government announced that it would strengthen sanctions against Russia. Below is an overview of the... more
1 year ago
OFAC fines US insurance organisation for Russia sanctions violations
OFAC has announced a settlement agreement with Privilege Underwriters Reciprocal Exchange (PURE), an insurance organisation based in New York, pursuant to which PURE has agreed to pay $466,200... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFSI blog post on updates to correspondent banking restrictions
Regulation 17A of the Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 was amended on 15 December 2023, prohibiting UK banks from processing payments previously processed by banks designated under... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Issuance of new Russia-related Executive Order and related Determinations; Issuance of Russia-related General Licenses and Frequently Asked Questions; Publication of Russia-related Compliance Advisory
Today, the President signed a new Russia-related Executive Order (E.O.), "Taking Additional Steps With Respect to the Russian Federation’s Harmful Activities." The Department of the Treasury's Office of... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
EU Court annuls listings of former Ukraine President & his son
The General Court of the EU has annulled the March 2021 and March 2022 acts which maintained the listings of the former President of Ukraine, Viktor Fedorovych Yanukovych... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Settlement Agreement between the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control and Privilege Underwriters Reciprocal Exchange
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) today announced a $466,200 settlement with Privilege Underwriters Reciprocal Exchange (PURE). PURE agreed to settle its... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Updates to Correspondent Banking Restrictions
  Regulation 17A of the Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 was amended with effect from 15 December 2023. This amendment prohibits UK banks[1] from processing payments previously... more
1 year ago
Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation
Guidance: Reporting information to OFSI – what to do
If you hold certain information, you should contact OFSI as soon as practicable.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
OFSI updates UK Israel & Occupied Territories GL
OFSI have updated General Licence: Israel And The Occupied Palestinian Territories Humanitarian Activity INT/2023/3749168 (notice): adding the Disasters Emergency Committee as a Relevant Person; amending the definition of... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US designations & GL and US & UK guidance on oil price cap
OFAC has designated 4 entities and 1 vessel involved in the transport of Russian crude oil price above $60 per barrel (notice): UAE-based Sun Ship Management D Ltd,... more
1 year ago
Guidance: Draft affirmative statutory instruments
Draft affirmative statutory instruments subject to debate in the Houses of Parliament made under the Smarter Regulatory Framework programme.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: UK signs first of its kind financial services agreement with Switzerland
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has today signed the Berne Financial Services Agreement.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
International treaty: The Berne Financial Services Agreement
His Majesty’s Treasury of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the Federal Department of Finance of the Swiss Confederation have signed a ground-breaking agreement... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Germany federal prosecutor files motion to seize €720m of frozen Russian assets
Germany’s Federal Prosecutor’s Office has submitted an application to the Regional Court of Frankfurt to open confiscation proceedings against €720m of frozen assets belonging to a Russian financial... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
210/2023 : 21 December 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-297/22 P
United Parcel Service v Commission Law governing the institutions Termination of the UPS-TNT merger agreement: the irregularity committed by the Commission is not the determining cause of UPS’... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
209/2023 : 21 December 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-167/22
Commission v Denmark Transport Failure of a Member State to fulfil obligations: the Court of Justice dismisses the Commission’s action against Denmark concerning the maximum parking time on... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
208/2023 : 21 December 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-281/22
G. K. and Others Area of Freedom, Security and Justice European Public Prosecutor's Office: the Court clarifies the exercise of judicial review of cross-border investigation measures by national courts... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
207/2023 : 21 December 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-261/22
GN Area of Freedom, Security and Justice European arrest warrant: the surrender of a requested person cannot be refused on the sole ground that she is the mother... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
206/2023 : 21 December 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-718/21
Krajowa Rada Sądownictwa Law governing the institutions Polish judicial system: an adjudicating panel of the Extraordinary Review and Public Affairs Chamber of the Supreme Court does not constitute... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Transparency data: OSCAR II – publishing data from the database: December 2023
The second quarterly OSCAR transparency release for 2023 to 2024.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
205/2023 : 21 December 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-680/21
Royal Antwerp Football Club Freedom of movement for persons Football: the rules of UEFA and the Belgian football association on ‘home-grown players’ could be contrary to EU law... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
204/2023 : 21 December 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-488/21
Chief Appeals Officer and Others Freedom of movement for persons Free movement: the mother of an EU migrant worker may, where she is dependent on that worker, apply for... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
203/2023 : 21 December 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-333/21
European Superleague Company Competition The FIFA and UEFA rules on prior approval of interclub football competitions, such as the Super League, are contrary to EU law... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
202/2023 : 21 December 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-124/21 P
International Skating Union v Commission Competition The rules of the International Skating Union on the prior authorisation of skating competitions infringe EU law... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
201/2023 : 21 December 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Joined Cases C-38/21, C-47/21, C-232/21
BMW Bank Environment and consumers A consumer who concludes a car leasing agreement without an obligation to purchase does not have a right of withdrawal... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Judge Orders Rudy Guiliani to Pay $148M in Damages Immediately Because He's 'Unlikely to Win Appeal'
Obama-appointed DC district judge Beryl Howell sidestepped the First Amendment by finding Rudy Giuliani guilty of defaming two Georgia election workers before trial for allegedly "not complying with... more
1 year ago
.informationliberation
South Korea said to seek fines on HSBC, BNP for naked short selling
SEOUL – South Korea’s financial watchdog has recommended imposing a fine of at least 10 billion won (S$10.24 million) each on HSBC Holdings and BNP Paribas for so-called... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
US Commerce Department Issues New Rules to Coordinate Export Controls and Trade with Allies
On December 7, 2023, the United States Commerce Department’s Bureau of Industry and Security (“BIS”) issued three new rules as a broad effort to ease export control requirements... more
1 year ago
OFSI updates Russian oil services ban guidance
OFSI have published updated guidance for the Maritime Services Ban and Oil Price Cap, to provide additional clarity on: “Attestations: upcoming changes to the existing model will require... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US designates Iranian UAV procurement network
OFAC has designated 10 entities and 4 individuals based in the Middle East and East Asia for supporting Iran’s unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) production using US and foreign-origin... more
1 year ago
Transparency data: HMT spend greater than £25,000: September 2023
This document details HMT spend greater than £25,000.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HMT spend greater than £25,000: August 2023
This document details HMT spend greater than £25,000.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HMT spend greater than £25,000: July 2023
This document details HMT spend greater than £25,000.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Publication of Updated Guidance on Implementation of the Price Cap Policy for Crude Oil and Petroleum Products of Russian Federation Origin; Russia-related Designations; Counter-Narcotics Designations Removals; Issuance of Russia-related General Licenses
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has published Updated Guidance on Implementation of the Price Cap Policy for Crude Oil and Petroleum Products... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
News story: UK and partners form The Tallinn Mechanism for cyber security
UK and partners join together to establish The Tallinn Mechanism to bolster Ukraine’s cyber security... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Transparency data: Government procurement card HMT spend greater than £500: September 2023
This document details GPC (government procurement card) HMT spend greater than £500.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: Government procurement card HMT spend greater than £500: August 2023
This document details GPC (government procurement card) HMT spend greater than £500.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: Government procurement card HMT spend greater than £500: July 2023
This document details GPC (government procurement card) HMT spend greater than £500.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: [Withdrawn] Financial sanctions, Iran (human rights)
From 14 December 2023, this regime is no longer in force.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions
Guidance: G7+ Coalition targets price cap evasion with tighter compliance rules
The United Kingdom and G7+ Coalition partners announce stricter compliance requirements in updated industry guidance in push to tackle oil price cap violations.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Official Statistics: Forecasts for the UK economy: December 2023
A comparison of independent forecasts for the UK economy in December 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Trends in French White Collar Crime
France’s Sapin II Law was created in 2016 to address corporate corruption and implement antibribery measures. The legislation took effect in 2017, marking a significant shift in the... more
1 year ago
200/2023 : 20 December 2023 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-106/17, T-113/17
JPMorgan Chase and Others v Commission Competition Competition in the area of Euro Interest Rate Derivatives: the General Court dismisses most of the pleas in the actions brought by... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
199/2023 : 20 December 2023 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-383/21, T-384/21, T-385/21, T-387/21, T-388/21, T-389/21, T-397/21
Banque postale v SRB Economic policy Calculation of the 2021 ex ante contributions to the Single Resolution Fund: the General Court annuls the decision of the Single Resolution... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
198/2023 : 20 December 2023 - Judgments of the General Court in Cases T-216/21, T-494/21
Ryanair and Malta Air v Commission State aid State aid in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic: the General Court annuls the Commission’s decisions approving the financial aid... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
197/2023 : 20 December 2023 - Judgments of the General Court in Cases T-53/21, T-55/21, T-56/21, T-58/21, T-59/21, T-60/21, T-61/21, T-62/21, T-63/21, T-64/21, T-65/21
EVH v Commission Competition The actions of 11 German municipal authorities against the Commission’s approval of the acquisition of the distribution and retail energy business as well as... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
196/2023 : 20 December 2023 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-415/21
Banca Popolare di Bari v Commission The European Union does not have to pay compensation for the damage allegedly suffered by Banca Popolare di Bari as a result... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
195/2023 : 20 December 2023 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-313/22
Abramovich v Council External relations War in Ukraine: the General Court of the European Union dismisses the action brought by Mr Roman Arkadyevich Abramovich, thereby upholding the restrictive measures... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
National Statistics: Country and regional analysis: 2023
Statistical estimates for the allocation of identifiable expenditure between the regions and nations of the United Kingdom.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
194/2023 : 20 December 2023 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-233/22
Islentyeva v Council External relations The restrictive measures against Russia do not in principle prohibit a Russian citizen holding a private license from piloting a plane in the... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Press release: Interactive tool to tackle domestic economic abuse launched
New interactive tool launched today (20 December 2023) to help businesses and charities spot and tackle domestic economic abuse.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Public Sector Toolkits
The Vulnerability Toolkit and the Economic Abuse Toolkit have been designed to help public sector creditors identify and support their vulnerable customers experiencing a range of difficulties. They... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Press release: UK and partners form The Tallinn Mechanism for cyber security
The UK and international partners join together to establish The Tallinn Mechanism to bolster Ukraine’s cyber security.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
US and UK Issue Russia and Belarus Sanctions and Export Control Measures
On December 5, 2023 and December 6, 2023, respectively, the US and UK Governments announced new sanctions and export control measures targeting Russia focused on persons and entities... more
1 year ago
EU Issues 12th Sanctions Package Targeting Russia
On 18 December 2023, the EU published its 12th package of sanctions targeting Russia via Regulation (EU) 2023/2878 and Regulation (EU) 2023/2875, amending Regulation (EU) 833/2014 and Regulation... more
1 year ago
Open consultation: TCFD-aligned disclosure Exposure Draft for Phase 2
Public consultation on HM Treasury's Phase 2 Exposure Draft for Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosure (TCFD) -aligned disclosure in annual reports... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Press release: Foreign Secretary calls for increased European coordination on humanitarian crises during visit to Paris and Rome
David Cameron will visit French and Italian capitals today to address the growing humanitarian crisis in Gaza and maintain support for Ukraine over the winter period.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
UK Lords European Affairs Committee hears from ministers & officials on Russia sanctions
In the final evidence session of the House of Lords European Affairs Committee’s inquiry into the implications of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine for UK-EU relations, the Committee heard... more
1 year ago
Policy paper: Response to the VRP Working Group’s Blueprint for non-sweeping VRPs
This paper sets out JROC’s response and next steps to carry forward the VRP Working Group’s blueprint to launch Phase 1 non-sweeping VRP services by Q3 2024.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Joint Regulatory Oversight Committee update on actions to enable the next phase of open banking in the UK
This statement provides an update on actions set out in the JROC April 2023 Report to enable the next phase of open banking in the UK.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
EU adopts 12th package of Russia sanctions
The EU adopted the 12th package of Russia sanctions today which includes: Diamond ban: from 1 January 2024, the EU will ban non-industrial natural and synthetic diamonds originating... more
1 year ago
Updated EU dual-use control list comes into force
The European Commission’s 2024 list of controlled dual-use items (proposed on 15 September 2023) has now come into force.  The updates concern the control parameters for manufacturing equipment,... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Independent report: Review of the operation of the Counter-Terrorism (International Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019
This page provides the independent review of the UK’s international counter-terrorism sanctions regime by Jonathan Hall KC, and the government’s response to it.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Japan to ban import of Russia diamonds and makes designations
On 15 December 2023, Japan introduced further Russia sanctions: ban on the import of non-industrial Russian diamonds (from 1 January 2023); added 35 individuals and 44 entities linked... more
1 year ago
Guidance: OFSI general licence INT/2021/554338
Details of OFSI general licence INT/2021/554338... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Independent report: Transition Finance Market Review
This review looks at how to support companies in the UK and abroad to continue to access the capital they need to decarbonise and deliver our net zero... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Press release: First UK Trade Mission to Kyiv Boosts Defence Cooperation
UK Government and UK defence industry conduct their first trade mission to Ukraine.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Former FBI agent sentenced for conspiring to violate US Russia sanctions
A former FBI agent has been sentenced to 50 months in prison and ordered to pay a $40,000 fine after pleading guilty to conspiring to violate Russia sanctions... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
News story: Rachel Kent made Financial Regulators Complaints Commissioner
Rachel Kent will succeed Amerdeep Somal as the Financial Regulators Complaints Commissioner, serving a five-year term starting on 1 January 2024.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: New UK levy to level carbon pricing
The UK is to implement a new import carbon pricing mechanism by 2027 to support the decarbonisation drive.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
International Migrants Day 2023 - A Year in Review
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Press release: Families, business and industry to get energy efficiency support
Around a million homes will be made warmer and hundreds of business supported, as £6bn is allocated to cut energy use and bills.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Press release: Industry invited to share views on changes to Emissions Trading Scheme
Industries and wider organisations asked for views on proposed changes to the UK Emissions Trading Scheme to support progress to net zero.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: OFSI General licence - INT/2022/1322576
Details of OFSI General licence - INT/2022/1322576... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: OFSI General licence - INT/2022/2009156
Details of OFSI General licence - INT/2022/2009156... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
US Treasury blog on impact of sanctions on Russia
The US Treasury has published a blog post on the impact of sanctions on Russia’s economy and policy responses, outlining: a comparison between Russia’s sanctioned economy, what its... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Free to Protest (Pakistan edition)
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
UK designates Russian bank & amends other Russian banks’ listings
Today, the UK has designated JSC Bank Novikombank, prohibiting correspondent banking relationships with the bank, imposing an asset freeze, and trusts services sanctions. General licence – INT/2023/4078352 has... more
1 year ago
OFAC designates narcotics & human trafficking organisation
OFAC has designated the Malas Mañas transnational criminal organisation, a human smuggling and narcotics trafficking organization based in Sonora, Mexico, along with two individuals allegedly in its support network, Luis... more
1 year ago
Ukraine approves a new set of sanctions against the Russian military-industrial complex
Effective as of 9 December 2023, Ukraine introduced a new set of personal sanctions against 181 Russian legal entities and 185 individuals (the “Sanctions“), mostly related to the... more
1 year ago
EU reaches agreement on two new initiatives to help in the enforcement of sanctions violations
European authorities have reached political agreement on two new initiatives which come in the context of the ‘Freeze and Seize’ Task Force, set up by the Commission in... more
1 year ago
New UK trade and financial sanctions against Russia
The UK has introduced (press release) the Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment) (No. 4) Regulations 2023, which: bans the import of certain Russian metals (subject to trade licence... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Policy paper: Women in Finance Charter: Treasury Progress Update 2023
HM Treasury published update on the progress we have made against our commitments as a signatory of the Women in Finance Charter.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
UK and US Iran sanctions for support of Hamas, PIJ, and Hizballah
A new Iran sanctions regime, announced in July, has come into force in the UK, authorising the UK Govt to designate Iran’s decision makers and armed groups supported... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Singapore-based Shein accused of ‘mafia-style’ tactics by rival Temu
  WASHINGTON – Temu, a popular low-cost online marketplace with ties to China, accused its rival Shein of using “mafia-style” methods to tamp down competition in a lawsuit... more
1 year ago
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Outgoing Chairs of Subsidiary Bodies Update Security Council on Progress Made by Sanctions Committees, Working Groups
Outgoing Chairs of Security Council subsidiary bodies detailed their work today on various progress made, underscoring their efforts in discussions on security situations, activities of armed groups and... more
1 year ago
UN.org
Security Council Renews for One Year Mandate of Team Monitoring Sanctions against Taliban, with Some Regretting Travel Exemptions Not Extended
The Security Council today extended for a further year the mandate of the team monitoring sanctions against the Taliban and associated individuals and entities, which threaten Afghanistan’s peace,... more
1 year ago
UN.org
News story: New trade and financial sanctions against Russia come into force
UK government legislates for further sanctions on goods, technology, and sources of funding that could support Russia’s war effort.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
OFAC fines cryptocurrency exchange $1.2m for Russia sanctions violations
OFAC has entered into a $1.2m settlement agreement with CoinList Markets LLC (CLM), a cryptocurrency exchange, to settle its potential liability arising from 989 transactions on behalf of... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Transparency data: HM Treasury Senior Officials' Travel Expenses, Hospitality and the Permanent Secretaries Meetings with External Organisations: July to September 2023
Travel and hospitality used by HM Treasury senior officials at Senior Civil Service 2 (or equivalent) and above.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HM Treasury business appointment rules advice July to September 2023
This page summarises advice given under the business appointment rules to applicants at SCS2 and SCS1 level and equivalents.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
OFSI publishes annual review 2022-2023
OFSI has published its annual review for the financial year 2022-2023, outlining (OFSI blog post): new sanctions which have been introduced in the last year, including new ransomware... more
1 year ago
UK Government publishes new General Trade License and guidance related to UK’s iron and steel sanctions targeting Russia
On Monday 11 December 2023, the UK Government updated its Notice to Importers (see here), published a new General Trade Licence (see here) and updated its guidance (see... more
1 year ago
New Sanctions Against Russia, Iran and Myanmar for Human Rights Violations
On December 8, 2023, Canada announced new sanctions against seven individuals under the Justice for Victims of Corrupt Foreign Officials Regulations (the “JVCFOA”), Canada’s Magnitsky Law. The sanctions... more
1 year ago
Canada Imposes Additional Sanctions Against Russia: 30 Individuals Targeted
On December 12, 2023, Canada announced further amendments to the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations (the “Regulations”) sanctioning an additional 30 Russian nationals under Schedule 1 of the... more
1 year ago
Canada Announces Ban on Import of Russian Diamonds, Delists Russian Individual
On December 6, 2023, the Minister of Foreign Affairs announced Canada’s new import restrictions on Russian diamonds and diamond jewelry related products under the Special Economic Measures (Russia)... more
1 year ago
UK and US designate Hamas and PIJ leaders and financiers
The UK has designated 7 further individuals linked to Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad (the UK’s 2nd round of sanctions on Hamas since the 7 October attacks) (notice):... more
1 year ago
Guidance: OFSI General licence - INT/2023/4078352
Details for OFSI General licence - INT/2023/4078352 Payment Processing Wind Down... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Thematic review of performance reporting
This thematic review examines the effectiveness of performance reporting within departmental annual reports and accounts, setting out recommended improvements... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Government Financial Reporting Manual: 2024-25
The government financial reporting manual is the technical accounting guide for the preparation of financial statements.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Government Financial Reporting Manual: 2023-24
The government financial reporting manual is the technical accounting guide for the preparation of financial statements.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Open consultation: Non-investment Asset Valuation - Exposure Draft 23 (01)
Public consultation on HM Treasury proposals for adaptations and interpretations of international accounting standards in respect of the measurement of assets... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transnational Criminal Organizations Designations; Counter Terrorism Designation; Iran-related Designation
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Recording of Gaza sanctions webinar
The recording of our webinar: “Sanctions & Gaza: how are banks & aid agencies navigating terrorist financing and sanctions” is now available here and on the media: seminars & webinars... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Correspondence: Open letters between HM Treasury and Bank of England, December 2023
CPI inflation was 4.6% in October 2023, prompting an open letter from the Governor of the Bank of England to the Chancellor on 14 December 2023. The Chancellor... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Financial sanctions targets by regime
This page lists all financial sanctions imposed in the UK by country, administration or terrorist group.... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Financial sanctions, Iran
This page contains the current list of persons designated under the Iran sanctions regime.... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Guidance: Financial sanctions, Iran
This page contains the current list of persons designated under the Iran sanctions regime.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
US designates individuals & entities connected to Russia’s military-industrial base
OFAC has designated over 150 individuals and entities allegedly supplying Russia’s military-industrial base, targeting third-country suppliers and procurement networks, including (notice): a PRC-based procurement network of Chinese-manufactured weapons... more
1 year ago
Open call for evidence: Call for evidence on the visual effects industry
Public call for evidence on recent trends, challenges and opportunities in the visual effects industry.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Australia reviews Syria designations
Designations on Australia’s sanctions regimes expire in 3 years unless declarations are made to continue them in effect pursuant to regulation 9 of the Autonomous Sanctions Regulations 2011. As part... more
1 year ago
EU provisional agreement to criminalise sanctions violations
The EU Council and Parliament have concluded their negotiations for an EU law which introduces criminal offences and penalties for the violation of EU sanctions for individuals and... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Consultation outcome: VAT treatment of fund management: consultation
The government is publishing a technical consultation on proposed reform of the VAT rules on fund management to improve legal clarity and certainty.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Correspondence: DAO 06/23 Accounts Directions 2023-24
'Dear Accounting Officer' letters provide advice on accountability, regularity, propriety, value for money and annual accounting exercises.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: Appointments to the Board of the UK Infrastructure Bank
HM Treasury has confirmed the appointments today... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
193/2023 : 14 December 2023 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-626/22
Ilva and Others Environment and consumers Advocate General Kokott comments on the Ilva steelworks in southern Italy... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
192/2023 : 14 December 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-109/22
Commission v Romania Environment and consumers Waste: the Court imposes financial penalties on Romania for having failed to close down unauthorised landfills... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
191/2023 : 14 December 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-340/21
Natsionalna agentsia za prihodite Principles of Community law Cybercrime: the fear of a possible misuse of personal data is capable, in itself, of constituting non-material damage... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
190/2023 : 14 December 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-457/21
Commission v Amazon.com and Others State aid The Court of Justice confirms that the Commission has not established that the tax ruling given to Amazon by Luxembourg was a... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
189/2023 : 14 December 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-206/22
Sparkasse Südpfalz Freedom of movement for persons Covid-19 pandemic: EU law does not require that an employee who is placed under quarantine during paid annual leave be able... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Security Council Sanctions Committee concerning Haiti Meets with Panel of Experts
On 4 December 2023, members of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2653 (2022) concerning Haiti were briefed by the Coordinator of the Panel of Experts... more
1 year ago
UN.org
Settlement Agreement between the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control and CoinList Markets LLC
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) today announced a $1,207,830 settlement with CoinList Markets LLC. CoinList agreed to settle its potential civil... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
188/2023 : 13 December 2023 - Order of the General Court in case T-136/22
Hamoudi v Frontex Law governing the institutions The action for damages against Frontex brought by a Syrian national, allegedly sent back out to sea from Greece in the... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Canada designates Russian candidates for occupied Ukraine elections
Mélanie Joly, the Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs, has announced that Canada has designated 30 individuals who ran as candidates in the Russian-organised elections held between 8-10 September... more
1 year ago
Policy paper: EM about an amendment to EU decision 2021/512 (COM(2023)704)
The government's summary of an amendment to an EU decision that renews the existing derogation of a simplified measure for fuel VAT rates in Northern Ireland.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
EU makes Burma/Myanmar designations
The EU has designated 4 individuals and 2 entities pursuant to its Burma/Myanmar sanctions regime (decision, regulation): a Union Minister, two other members of the State Administrative Council (SAC), and a commander allegedly responsible... more
1 year ago
US: Export Controls Enforcement in 2024 A Fireside Chat with U.S. Assistant Secretary Matthew S. Axelrod
Please join Baker McKenzie and ICPA for a fireside chat with Assistant Secretary Axelrod (U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security) where he will share his insights on... more
1 year ago
EU renews Mali & global human rights sanctions regimes
The EU has renewed its autonomous Mali sanctions regime until 14 December 2024 (decision, regulation).  One individual was also de-listed.  Five individuals remain listed for obstructing the political... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US makes corruption-related designations
On Anti-Corruption Day (11 December 2023) and the opening of the Conference of States Parties to the UN Convention Against Corruption, the US has made corruption-related designations: OFAC... more
1 year ago
US seizes web domains used by designated Hizballah members
The US Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Virginia has announced the seizure of 3 web domains used by designated individuals associated with Lebanese Hizballah registered to... more
1 year ago
US Govt compliance note for maritime & other transportation industries
OFAC, DOJ, BIS, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), and Department of State’s Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) have issued a joint compliance note highlighting: common tactics deployed by malign actors... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US DHS adds 3 PRC-based companies to UFLPA entity list
The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has added 3 PRC-based companies to its Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act entity list: Xinjiang-based, COFCO Sugar Holding Co Ltd, a... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU designates Iranian actors supporting Russia’s UAV production
The EU has designated 6 individuals and 5 entities allegedly involved in Iran’s development and production of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) used in the war in Ukraine (decision,... more
1 year ago
Vested interests pose threat to chemical waste and plastic pollution initiatives
Negotiators are convening this week in Nairobi for the latest round of talks aimed at creating a new scientific panel to advise the world’s governments on how to... more
1 year ago
chemistryworld
Sudan Requests Security Council to Impose Arms Embargo on Rebel Forces; Sanctions Committee Chair Briefs Members on Latest Developments
Sudan’s representative called on the Security Council today to impose an arms and material transport embargo against rebel forces, invaders and mercenaries, and to lift sanctions on the... more
1 year ago
UN.org
Multinational Mission’s Deployment Critical to Restoring Rule of Law in Haiti, 2653 Sanctions Committee Chair Tells Security Council
Facing an extremely worrisome security situation in Haiti, the Security Council heard today a renewed call for the full and effective implementation of resolution 2699 (2023), which authorized... more
1 year ago
UN.org
Hunter Biden, son of U.S. president, indicted on 9 tax charges in California
Hunter Biden was indicted on nine tax charges in California on Thursday as a special counsel investigation into the business dealings of the U.S. president's son intensifies against... more
1 year ago
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EU designates Hamas members
The EU has added 2 individuals linked to Hamas to its terrorist list (decision, regulation), the first Hamas-related designations the EU has made since the 7 October 2023... more
1 year ago
OFAC fines Nasdaq $4m for Iran sanctions violations
The stock exchange operator, Nasdaq Inc, has agreed to pay $4,040,923 to settle its potential civil liability for the conduct of its former wholly owned foreign subsidiary, Nasdaq... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
New UK iron and steel Russia general trade licence & updated guidance
The UK Department for Business & Trade has introduced a new general trade licence for sanctioned iron and steel, which permits the import (and related services and actions)... more
1 year ago
Brownstone: Australian state of Victoria Profiled Citizens According to their Degree of Compliance
There has been an unexpected validation of the title of Our Enemy, the Government (Brownstone, 2023). In a stunning indictment of the state of governance in the Australian... more
1 year ago
x.brownstone
Russia-related Designations and Designations Updates; Issuance of Russia-related General Licenses
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Russia-related General License 79, "Authorizing the Wind Down of Transactions Involving Certain Entities Blocked on... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
OFSI guidance HTML documents
This page has been retired. For UK financial sanctions guidance please follow the link below.... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Guidance: OFSI guidance HTML documents
This page has been retired. For UK financial sanctions guidance please follow the link below.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions
Stop GILAB
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Reminder – Gaza sanctions webinar tomorrow – 13th December 9-10am (UK time)
Tomorrow morning (9-10am UK time) we are hosting a webinar: “Sanctions & Gaza: how are banks & aid agencies navigating terrorist financing and sanctions?” Register here to attend.... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Guidance: When you have sponsored for 6 months: Homes for Ukraine
Information about next steps when you have sponsored a guest for 6 months.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Guidance: Hosting someone already in the UK (rematching): Homes for Ukraine
How to find a new guest that is already in the UK.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Guidance: Finding a new host (rematching): Homes for Ukraine
If your guests are not ready to leave sponsorship and move into their own alternative accommodation, but you can no longer accommodate them, they may want to find... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Guidance: Ending your hosting arrangements, and helping your guest with their next steps: Homes for Ukraine
Information about what to do if you need to end your hosting arrangements for any reason.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Guidance: Continuing to live with your host or rematching: Homes for Ukraine
What your options are if you want to continue to live with your host, or if you need to move on to a new host.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Fortnite maker Epic Games wins antitrust case against Google
A U.S. federal court jury has decided that Google's Android app store has been protected by anti-competitive barriers that have damaged smartphone consumers and software developers, dealing a... more
1 year ago
.cbc
OFSI and the FCA have entered into an information sharing agreement
On 1 December, it was announced that the UK Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (“OFSI”) and the UK Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”) had entered into a memorandum of... more
1 year ago
UK government announces creation of specialist enforcement unit for trade sanctions
The UK Industry and Economic Security Minister, Nusrat Ghani, has today announced the creation of a new government unit to “crack down” on companies evading sanctions; the Office... more
1 year ago
EU renews DRC sanctions
The EU renewed its DRC sanctions regime for a year, until 12 December 2024 (Decision 2010/788/CFSP; Implementing Regulation (EU) 2023/2771) – 24 individuals are currently subject to an asset freeze... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
UN adds 4 individuals to Haiti sanctions and UK adopts
On Friday the UN added the following 4 Haitian gang leaders to their sanctions list (press release): Johnson Andre (Group ID: 16325) Renel Destina (Group ID: 16326) Vitelhomme... more
1 year ago
OFSI adds GL for payments to local authorities
On 09 December 2023, OFSI issued General Licence INT/2023/3781228 under all UK Autonomous Sanctions Regulations (see Annex 1 of the General Licence for the list of relevant Regulations)... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US, UK and Canada joint sanctions on human rights anniversary
On Friday, the US, UK and Canada announced coordinated action against human rights abusers and accessories to authoritarian governments on the 75th anniversary of the ratification of the... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Publication of Quint-Seal Compliance Note—Know Your Cargo: Reinforcing Best Practices to Ensure the Safe and Compliant Transport of Goods in Maritime and Other Forms of Transportation
Today, the Department of Justice (DOJ), Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), Department of Homeland Security’s Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), Department of State’s Directorate of... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
UK announces new unit to clamp down on evasion of Russian sanctions
UK Industry and Economic Security Minister, Nusrat Ghani today announced that the UK government will be creating a new enforcement unit, the Office of Trade Sanctions Implementation (OTSI)... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Client update – Ownership and Control
1 year ago
Sanctions Insight
US BIS eases export licensing requirements for allied countries
The US Bureau of Industry & Security has released 3 rules to ease several categories of export licensing requirements and expand the availability of export license exceptions for... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Switzerland updates Russia sanctions guidance
Switzerland has updated its interpretative aid for sanctions measures (German), adding points 2.1.5 and 2.3.5 and amending point 2.4.9: Point 2.1.5 confirms that the 30 September 2023 ban... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFAC designates Houthi financiers
OFAC has designated 13 individuals and entities for allegedly providing funding generated from the sale and shipment of Iranian commodities to the Houthis in Yemen, including (notice): Hodroj... more
1 year ago
Press release: New unit to crack down on firms dodging Russian sanctions
Government announces new unit to clamp down on companies evading sanctions... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
U.S. Told Israel to 'Use Smaller Bombs' to Avoid Civilian Casualties in Gaza, Then Sent 2,000-Pound Bunker Busters
  US Secretary of State Antony Blinken told Israel last month to use "smaller bombs" to limit civilian casualties in Gaza only to turn around a few weeks... more
1 year ago
23andMe says hackers accessed ‘significant number’ of files about users’ ancestry
Genetic testing company 23andMe announced on Friday that hackers accessed around 14,000 customer accounts in the company’s recent data breach. In a new filing with the U.S. Securities... more
1 year ago
Press release: UK announces further support for Ukraine’s efforts to bring war criminals to justice
The UK government has announced funding to support the documentation, investigation and prosecution of war crimes in Ukraine.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Security Council 2653 Sanctions Committee Adds 4 Entries to Its Sanctions List
On 8 December 2023, the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2653 (2022) approved the addition of the entries specified below to its Sanctions List of individuals... more
1 year ago
UN.org
Settlement Agreement between the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control and Nasdaq, Inc.
The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) today announced a settlement with Nasdaq, Inc. Nasdaq agreed to remit $4,040,923 to settle its potential... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Norton Healthcare discloses data breach following May ransomware attack
Kentucky health system Norton Healthcare has confirmed that a ransomware attack in May exposed personal information belonging to patients, employees, and dependents. Norton Healthcare serves adult and pediatric... more
1 year ago
bleepingcomputer
French court holds that enforcement of arbitral award against frozen assets requires prior authorisation from NCA
In Libyan Investment Authority v La Société Mohamed Abdel Moshen Al-Kharafi et Fils, Al-Kharafi sought to enforce a $937 million arbitral award against the Libyan Investment Authority (LIA)... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Australia designates individuals linked to Kara-Murza poisoning
Australia has designated 3 FSB agents allegedly involved in the poisoning of prominent Russian opposition figure, Vladimir Kara-Murza, and 10 individuals, including a Russian Deputy Minister, linked to... more
1 year ago
Guidance: OFSI General Licence INT/2023/3781228
Details for OFSI general licence Payments to Local Authorities INT/2023/3781228.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
US BIS designates entities for supporting Russia’s military
The US Bureau of Industry and Security has added 42 entities to the Entity List for contributing to Russia’s military and defence industrial base: 11 entities associated with... more
1 year ago
Human Rights-Related Designations; Issuance of Global Magnitsky Frequently Asked Question; OFAC to retire its FTP server (OFACFTP.treas.gov) on or about June 10, 2024
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing one Global Magnitsky-related Frequently Asked Question (1145). Additionally, OFAC has updated its Specially Designated Nationals... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Russia puts prominent Russian-US journalist Masha Gessen on wanted list for criminal charges
TALLINN: Russian police have put prominent Russian-American journalist and author Masha Gessen on a wanted list after opening a criminal case against them on charges of spreading false... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
Notice: Nuclear fuel supply: multilateral alliance between UK and international partners
The United Kingdom, United States, Canada, Japan and France reiterated their intention to work together to build resilient allied supply chains for nuclear fuel to reduce reliance on... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Webinar on sanctions & Gaza 13th December 9-10am – register here
Register here to attend our webinar, “Sanctions & Gaza: how are banks & aid agencies navigating terrorist financing and sanctions?” Speakers: Chloe Cina (Head of Global Sanctions Advisory... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU amends entries on human rights sanctions list
The EU has amended the entries on its human rights sanctions list for 9 individuals and 3 entities, adding to the reasons for listings from Russia, China, North... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFAC designates Mexico-based BLO drug traffickers
OFAC has designated 15 Mexican individuals and 2 Mexico-based companies linked to the Beltrán Leyva Organization (BLO), a drug trafficking organisation involved in the transportation of fentanyl into the... more
1 year ago
UK and US designate Russian cyber-hackers
The UK and US have designated Ruslan Aleksandrovich Peretyatko and Andrey Stanislavovich Korinets, members of Star Blizzard/Callisto Group, which according to the UK Govt is a cyber-hacking group... more
1 year ago
News story: Anniversary of Edinburgh Reforms marks further progress
Economic Secretary to the Treasury Bim Afolami is today announcing further changes to financial services as he marks the anniversary of the Edinburgh Reforms.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
G7 Russia diamonds ban
The G7 countries have confirmed in a statement that they will introduce import restrictions on non-industrial diamonds, mined, processed, or produced in Russia, by 1 January 2024, followed... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU court rejects Evgeny Zubitskiy’s delisting case
In Case T-359/22, the General Court of the EU rejected the application to annul the listing of Evgeny Borisovich Zubitskiy, who was listed by the EU in April... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
23andMe updates user agreement to prevent data breach lawsuits
As Genetic testing provider 23andMe faces multiple lawsuits for an October credential stuffing attack that led to the theft of customer data, the company has modified its Terms... more
1 year ago
bleepingcomputer
Accomplices of fugitive wanted by the US for sanctions evasion arrested
In October 2022, Artem Uss was arrested in Milan after being charged by the US for exporting dual-use technologies to Russia and for smuggling hundreds of millions of... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Counter Terrorism Designations; Cyber-related Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
US West Bank visa restriction policy
The US has implemented a new visa restriction policy targeting individuals believed to have been involved in “undermining peace, security, or stability in the West Bank, including through committing acts... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
UK NCA issues red alert on circumvention of Russia export controls
The UK’s National Economic Crime Centre (NECC), a multi-agency unit in the National Crime Agency (NCA), has issued a red alert on exporting high risk goods, outlining sanctions... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
UK designates Russian military suppliers in Russia & from third countries
Yesterday, the UK designated 46 individuals and entities based in Russia, Belarus, China, Serbia, Turkey the UAE, and Uzbekistan, which are allegedly supplying the Russian military with sanctioned goods and... more
1 year ago
Consultation outcome: Bringing goods into the UK temporarily
We welcome views on how we can improve the Temporary Admission procedure in the UK and simplify processes for traders and individuals.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Consultation outcome: The future of customs declarations
We welcome views on potential simplifications to customs declarations and the use of technology to facilitate declarations and other customs processes.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: OFSI Webinars
This page has now been retired, for webinars and events from OFSI please follow the link below.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
OFSI Webinars
This page has now been retired, for webinars and events from OFSI please follow the link below.... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Policy paper: Welsh Rates of Income Tax outturn reconciliation for 2021-22
This explanatory note sets out how the 2021-22 Income Tax data published by HMRC and population data published by the ONS is used to update the Welsh Government’s... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Corporate report: National Infrastructure Commission Annual Report and Accounts 2022-2023
This document details the organisation’s main activities and performance in 2022-23 and summarises forward plans for 2023-24.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Press release: Prize opens for AI energy, environment, and infrastructure innovations
Entries now open for the Manchester Prize, with a focus on AI innovations across energy, the environment and infrastructure.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Apply for a Ukraine Family Scheme visa
Guidance for family members of British nationals, UK settled persons and certain others to come to or stay in the UK under the Ukraine Family Scheme.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
187/2023 : 7 December 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-518/22
AP Assistenzprofis The hiring of a personal assistant to help a disabled person in everyday life may be limited to persons within the same age range... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
186/2023 : 7 December 2023 - Judgments of the Court of Justice in Cases C-634/21
SCHUFA Holding (Scoring) Principles of Community law The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) opposes two data processing practices by credit information agencies... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Iran and Cuba join hands to confront US sanctions
In a bid to counter the impact of U.S. sanctions, Iran and Cuba announced their commitment to enhancing relations during a joint statement in Tehran. Iranian President Ebrahim... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
US designates former Deputy Prime Minister of North Macedonia for corruption
The US has designated under Section 7031(c) of the Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act 2023, Kocho Angjushev, former Deputy Prime Minister of North Macedonia,... more
1 year ago
OFAC designates Belarusian individuals & entities
OFAC has designated 11 entities and 8 individuals for having certain connections with Russia, human rights abuses, and for providing significant revenue to the Belarusian economy (notice): Dzmitry... more
1 year ago
OFAC designates Europe-based Russian defence procurement network
OFAC has designated a Europe-based network consisting of 9 entities and 5 individuals that is allegedly involved in procuring electronics with military applications for Russian end-users (notice): Belgium... more
1 year ago
US senator: Govts spy on Apple, Google users via mobile notifications
A U.S. senator revealed today that government agencies worldwide demand mobile push notification records from Apple and Google users to spy on their customers. These revelations come after... more
1 year ago
bleepingcomputer
Corporate report: Financial Ombudsman Service Annual Report 2021 to 2022
The annual report and accounts for the Financial Ombudsman Service for 2021-22.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Corporate report: Financial Ombudsman Service Annual Report 2022 to 2023
The annual report and accounts for the Financial Ombudsman Service for 2022-23.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Pro-Russia Ukrainian MP Illia Kyva shot dead in Moscow suburb
A former Ukrainian MP regarded by Kyiv as a traitor has been shot dead in a park in suburban Moscow, in an attack attributed to Ukraine’s SBU security... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
Policy paper: Money Market Funds – Draft SI and Policy Note
The government is publishing a near-final version of the statutory instrument to replace the Money Market Funds Regulation and create a new framework for Money Market Funds.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
US announces Zimbabwe visa restriction policy
The US has announced a new visa restriction policy for undermining democracy in Zimbabwe. Under this policy, the United States will pursue visa restrictions, pursuant to the Immigration... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU Mulls Expansion of Geo-Blocking ‘Bans’ to Video Streaming Platforms
Consumers who want to watch movies or TV-shows online are limited to the content that they are permitted to see in their home country. This means that the... more
1 year ago
x.torrentfreak
Press release: Foreign Secretary travels to US to reaffirm support for Ukraine
David Cameron is making his first visit to Washington DC as Foreign Secretary to reaffirm the strength of the UK-US relationship and support for Ukraine.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Press release: UK hits military suppliers propping up Russia's war machine
The UK government announces new sanctions targeting people and groups that are supplying and funding Putin's war machine.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
New memorandum of understanding between UK FCA & OFSI
A new memorandum of understanding between the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and OFSI has been introduced, setting out the arrangements for co-operation and the exchange of relevant... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Russia-related Designations; Belarus Designations; Issuance of Belarus General License
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Belarus General License 10, "Authorizing the Wind Down of Transactions Involving Tabak Invest LLC." Additionally,... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
UN renews Al-Shabaab sanctions regime & lifts arms embargo on Somalia Govt
The UN has adopted Resolution 2713 by a vote of 14 votes in favour to none against, with one abstention (France), renewing the Al-Shabaab (Somalia) sanctions regime whilst... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFAC designates former Guatemalan Govt official for corruption
Pursuant to the US Global Magnitsky sanctions regime, OFAC has designated Luis Miguel Martinez Morales, the former head of the Centro de Gobierno, an agency created by Guatemalan President... more
1 year ago
Policy paper: The Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (The Ombudsman Scheme) Regulations 2024 – Draft SI and Policy Note
The government is publishing an illustrative draft of a proposed statutory instrument to enable the Financial Ombudsman Service to charge case fees to claims management companies and other... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Switzerland aligns with EU Burma/Myanmar sanctions amendments
Switzerland has aligned with the EU’s measures in amending 3 entries on its Burma/Myanmar sanctions list, providing more detail in the reasons for listing for: Naing Htut Aung,... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Research: UK official holdings of international reserves: November 2023
This release details movements in the international reserves of gold and assets held by the UK Government.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
185/2023 : 5 December 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-128/22
NORDIC INFO Citizenship of the Union COVID-19: the Court validates certain travel bans and testing and quarantine obligations during the health crisis... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
184/2023 : 5 December 2023 - Judgments of the Court of Justice in Cases C-683/21, C-807/21
Nacionalinis visuomenės sveikatos centras Only a wrongful infringement of the General Data Protection Regulation may result in an administrative fine being imposed... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
183/2023 : 5 December 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Joined Cases C-451/21 P, C-454/21 P
Luxembourg v Commission State aid The European Commission’s review of the tax rulings granted by Luxembourg to the Engie group infringed EU law... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Crisis-hit CBI turns to Smith & Nephew's Soames as next president
The crisis-hit CBI has turned to Sir Winston Churchill's grandson to help steer it back from the brink of financial oblivion. The business lobbying group confirmed a Sky... more
1 year ago
US examined Hindenburg of fraud allegations before giving loan to Adani
  WASHINGTON - The US government concluded that short-seller Hindenburg Research’s allegations of corporate fraud against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani weren’t relevant before extending his conglomerate as much... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
Sudan Designations; Cyber-related Designation Update; Ukraine-related Designation Update; Foreign Interference in U.S. Election Designation Update
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Russian law to exempt companies from disclosure to frustrate Western sanctions
President Putin has reportedly approved a list of companies that are exempt from disclosing information required by federal law if the information could be used by Western countries... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
UK SRA fines UK law firm for failure to mitigate sanctions risk
The UK Solicitors Regulation Authority has fined Ashfords LLP £101,357 concerning AML and sanctions controls for 3 conveyancing transactions. For 2 of the transactions, the firm’s compliance team... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
UK HMRC issues penalties for export control breaches
HMRC has issued compound settlement offers to 3 anonymous UK exporters related to unlicensed exports of dual use goods controlled by the Export Control Order 2008: August 2023... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Ukraine sanctions more than three hundred Russian and foreign companies
Effective as of 25 November 2023, Ukraine introduced two new sets of personal sanctions against 147 individuals and 303 legal entities (“Sanctions”), in particular:[1] (a) the following Russian... more
1 year ago
OFAC designates entities carrying Russian oil above price cap & issues GL
OFAC has designated 3 entities and identified as blocked property 3 vessels that allegedly used Price Cap Coalition services while carrying Russian crude oil above the Coalition-agreed price... more
1 year ago
Policy paper: Treasury Minutes progress report – December 2023
Progress report on the implementation of government accepted recommendations of the Committee of Public Accounts.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Lapsed US chemical security programme leaves facilities at risk
There are continued warnings that the US has been without a chemical security programme since late July, leaving more than 3000 high-risk chemical facilities in the country vulnerable... more
1 year ago
chemistryworld
News story: UK generates billions in climate finance and first CRDC in Africa
Over £480 million as part of £1.6 billion of climate aid announced by the Prime Minister to help developing countries access climate finance and mobilise private investment.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: New chief executive at the Government Internal Audit Agency
Harriet Aldridge has been appointed as chief executive for the Government Internal Audit Agency (GIAA)... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Privacy International’s Comments on the Revised Draft Text of the UN Cybercrime Convention (November 2023)
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Rights organisations sue Netherlands over F-35 parts to Israel
HAGUE: A group of human rights organisations took the Dutch government to court on Monday, arguing its supply of parts for F-35 fighters contributes to violations of international... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
Spotify to cut nearly 20% of its workforce despite £55m profit
Note from Corruption Ledger Spotify is a publicly traded company headquartered in Luxembourg. Swedish founders Daniel Ek and Martin Lorentzon started Spotify as a small start-up in Stockholm,... more
1 year ago
GIC acquires two more logistics facilities in Japan
  SINGAPORE - GIC has bought two logistic facilities developed by Japanese real estate developer Daiwa House Industry for an undisclosed amount. The assets in Takatsuki city of... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
Speech: In a time of danger and uncertainty we must respond with strength, resilience and unity: article by the Foreign Secretary
Writing in The Sun on Sunday, Foreign Secretary David Cameron outlined how the UK must build up defences, stay close to partners, and reach out to new allies.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Abu Dhabi state-backed fund moves to take control of Daily Telegraph
An Abu Dhabi state-backed vehicle has moved closer to taking full control of The Daily Telegraph just hours after the launch of a regulatory probe that prevents it... more
1 year ago
Security Council Renews Sanctions Regime, Arms Embargo against Al-Shabaab, Adopting Resolution 2713 (2023) with 14 Votes in Favour, 1 Abstention
To degrade the threat posed by Al-Shabaab to Somalia and the region, the Security Council decided today to renew the sanctions regime and arms embargo against that terrorist... more
1 year ago
UN.org
US counter-narcotics designations and Zimbabwe de-listing
OFAC yesterday: sanctioned 3 Mexican people and 13 Mexican companies believed to be linked to timeshare fraud led by the Cartel de Jalisco Nueva Generacion (CJNG). CJNG is... more
1 year ago
Australia, US, Japan and South Korea announce N Korea sanctions
Australia, the US, Japan and South Korea have today announced joint action on targeted financial sanctions aimed at senior N Korean officials from the National Aerospace Technology Administration,... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Switzerland update ordinance on measures against Libya
Yesterday the Swiss Federal Council amended its ordinance measures against Libya in line with the UN entries for 5 individuals, and humanitarian travel exemption for 2 individuals (see... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
UK update guides on asset freeze for Libya and Russia sanctions
Following the UN’s decision to amend 5 entries on 29 November 2023 (see post here), the following entries have been amended under the Libya financial sanctions regime and remain subject... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Policy paper: Further detail on HMT analysis of borrowing and interest rates
Further detail regarding HMT’s approach to estimating the impact of additional government borrowing on interest rates quoted in a Parliamentary Question (PQ) published 1 December.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Specialised Committee on Participation in Union Programmes Provisional Agenda: 4 December 2023
Provisional Agenda of the Specialised Committee on Participation in Union Programmes (SCPUP) established by the EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Specialised Committee on Participation in Union Programmes Minutes: 22 September 2022
Minutes of the second meeting of the Specialised Committee on Participation in Union Programmes established by the EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Russia-related Designations; Issuance of Russia-related General License
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Russia-related General License 78, "Authorizing Limited Safety and Environmental Transactions Involving Certain Persons or Vessels."... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Culture Secretary to prohibit removal of key Telegraph staff during probe
The government is to prohibit the removal or transfer of key Daily Telegraph journalists during a public interest probe into the newspaper's prospective takeover by a state-backed Abu... more
1 year ago
Press release: Minister for Armed Forces calls out Russian aggression during OSCE Ministerial Council
Minister for Armed Forces attends OSCE Ministerial Council in North Macedonia to call out Russian aggression across Europe.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
North Korea Designations; Non-Proliferation Designation
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Transparency data: HM Treasury’s Gender Pay Gap Report 2022 to 2023
HM Treasury is committed to being an organisation that provides equal opportunities for all and welcomes the opportunity to continue its focus on reducing the gender pay gap... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
US designations in relation to Iranian military financial facilitation & N Korean cyber designations
OFAC yesterday designated 20 individuals and entities affiliated with financial facilitation networks for the benefit of Iran’s Ministry of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics (MODAFL) and Iranian Armed... more
1 year ago
UN amends 5 entries on Libya sanctions list and grants humanitarian travel exemption to 2 individuals
Yesterday, the UN added five individuals to its sanctions list pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011) concerning Libya. The UN also granted a humanitarian travel exemption, pursuant to paragraph 16(a) of... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Counter Narcotics Designations and Designation Update; Zimbabwe Designation Removal
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
German Khan’s EU designation upheld in EU court
The General Court of the EU has rejected German Khan’s challenge to his inclusion on the EU’s Russia sanctions list.  Judgment here. The Court rejected arguments that the... more
1 year ago
News story: Boost for UK AI as Microsoft unveils £2.5 billion investment
The Chancellor has welcomed Microsoft's £2.5 billion investment over the next 3 years to expand its next generation AI datacentre infrastructure.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: Record National Insurance cut arrives in less than six weeks
The National Insurance Contributions (Reduction in Rates) Bill is being debated in the Commons today (November 11).... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Press release: Councils pilot net zero projects with £19 million government backing
Local Net Zero Accelerator pilots will help combined authorities deliver green initiatives such as retrofitting homes and installing solar panels.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
US audit inspectors unveil $7.9mn fines on China-based firms
WASHINGTON: US inspectors announced fines against China-based firms Thursday, as part of a broader effort to hold US-listed Chinese companies up to American auditing standards amid simmering geopolitical... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
182/2023 : 30 November 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Joined Cases C-228/21, C-254/21, C-297/21, C-315/21, C-328/21
Ministero dell’Interno Area of Freedom, Security and Justice Asylum procedures: the obligation to provide the common information leaflet and to conduct a personal interview concerns all Member States;... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Security Council 1970 Sanctions Committee Amends Five Entries on Its Sanctions List
On 29 November 2023, the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1970 (2011) concerning Libya enacted the amendments, specified with strikethrough and/or underline, in the entries below... more
1 year ago
UN.org
EU General Court accepts Alexander Pumpyanskiy’s 2nd de-listing application & rejects damages claim
On 6 September 2023, the General Court rejected  Alexander Pumpyanskiy’s application to annul his initial designation on the EU’s Russia sanctions.  He was initially listed because of association... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Switzerland update ordinance on measures against Venezuela
The Swiss Federal Department of Economic affairs has updated annex 1 of the ordinance on measures against Venezuela issued on March 28, 2018. These amendments include: Modification of... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Protecting persons with disabilities in a digitised world
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Counter Terrorism Designations; Iran-related Designations; Cyber-related Designation; North Korea Designation
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
US sanctions financial network tied to Iranian oil sales
WASHINGTON: The US on Wednesday said it imposed a new round of sanctions on a group of 20 people and firms allegedly involved in a financial facilitation network... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
News story: Autumn Finance Bill published to cut tax and back business
The Autumn Finance Bill 2023 has been published to enshrine a raft of landmark tax changes into law.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Official Statistics: Help to Buy: ISA Scheme Quarterly Statistics: December 2015 to 30 June 2023
This statistical release presents official statistics on the government’s Help to Buy: ISA scheme.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Official Statistics: Mortgage Guarantee Scheme Quarterly Statistics: 19 April 2021 to 30 June 2023
This statistical release presents official statistics on the government’s 2021 mortgage guarantee scheme.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Shopify Files Fresh Lawsuit over DMCA Takedown Harassment
At the peak of the online shopping season, Canadian e-commerce giant Shopify filed a new lawsuit to take a stand against DMCA abuse. The company filed a complaint... more
1 year ago
x.torrentfreak
Finland to shut entire border with Russia over migrant concerns
HELSINKI: Finland will close its entire border with Russia to travellers for the next two weeks in a bid to halt the unusually large flow of asylum seekers... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
US designates former Colombian general
The US Department of State has designated former Colombian General Jésus Armando Arias Cabrales due to his alleged involvement in a gross violation of human rights during the... more
1 year ago
International CFT task force established to freeze Hamas financing
Yesterday, the US Financial Crimes Enforcement Network announced that an international task force had been established following the 7 October Hamas attacks in Israel to disrupt Hamas’ financing... more
1 year ago
EU introduces humanitarian exceptions to 10 sanctions regimes
The EU has introduced humanitarian exceptions to 10 sanctions regimes, allowing certain categories of humanitarian actors to engage in transactions with listed individuals and entities without any prior... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Policy paper: Specialised Committee on Participation in Union Programmes Provisional Agenda: 22 September 2022
Provisional Agenda of the Specialised Committee on Participation in Union Programmes (SCPUP) established by the EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Specialised Committee on Participation in Union Programmes Provisional Agenda: 21 December 2021
Provisional Agenda of the Specialised Committee on Participation in Union Programmes (SCPUP) established by the EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
181/2023 : 28 November 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-148/22
Commune d'Ans Wearing of religious symbols in the workplace: a public administration may decide to prohibit all of its employees from wearing such signs... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
UK Law Society updated guidance on sanctions & joint note with Bar Council on UK “control” test
The UK Law Society has updated its guide to the UK sanctions regime, which gives information on the UK sanctions regime, risk assessments, reporting obligations etc. The Law... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Assessing ownership & control – invite-only in-house counsel breakfast briefing on 7 December 2023
We (Global Sanctions) and Raedas are hosting a breakfast briefing for in-house counsel, to discuss ownership and control in light of OFSI & FCDO’s guidance, the Court of... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Israel designates Pakistan-based LeT as terror organisation
On the 15th anniversary of the 2008 Mumbai terrorist attacks, Israel has designated Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba. Israel’s embassy in India said that the Indian government did not request this... more
1 year ago
Economic Sanctions Summit on 29 January 2024
We are pleased to support the Economic Sanctions Summit 2024, which is taking place on 29 January 2024 in London. The summit will address the current conflict in... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU amends terrorist sanctions & non-EU country alignments
The EU has amended its ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida sanctions list, adding the original Arabic script for 5 listings. The candidate countries North Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia, Albania, and... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Bank of France fines mutual insurance company
The Bank of France, Prudential Supervision and Resolution Authority (ACPR) Sanctions Committee has fined Mutuelle de Poitiers Assurances €600,000 finding that its asset freeze procedures were inadequate, and... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Policy paper: UK-Japan Financial Dialogue and Financial Regulatory Forum joint statement
Joint statement on the combined UK-Japan Financial Dialogue and Financial Regulatory Forum.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Ukraine designates individuals & entities located in various countries
Ukraine has designated 147 individuals and 303 entities for being linked with Russia. Presidential decree No 772/2023 designates 60 individuals from Russia, Ukraine, Cyprus, Uzbekistan, Belarus, the UK,... more
1 year ago
China investors face tens of billions in losses over shadow bank Zhongzhi Enterprise Group
  As China’s embattled shadow banking giant Zhongzhi Enterprise Group faces a criminal probe, lawyers and analysts are assessing the damage to investors. One estimate puts that at... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
RUSI interview with EU Sanctions Envoy David O’Sullivan
The defence and security think tank, Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) interviewed EU Sanctions Envoy David O’Sullivan to explore the EU’s approach to negotiations with third countries regarding... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Speech: Nuclear Safety, Security and Safeguards in Ukraine
UK National statement at the IAEA Board of Governors, November 2023 Agenda Item 6: Nuclear Safety, Security and Safeguards in Ukraine.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
News story: Russia blocks discussions at Kimberley Process Plenary
Russia has blocked discussions on conflict diamonds and Ukraine at the Kimberley Process Plenary in Zimbabwe.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Canada budget for sanctions-related asset seizures
In the Canadian Govt’s Autumn economic projections, it is predicted that Global Affairs Canada (GAC) will spend $29 million on “sanctions-related seizure of physical assets”. The post Canada... more
1 year ago
FinCEN, OFAC, & BIS host exchange to discuss US Russia export controls evasion
On 16 November 2023, FinCEN, OFAC, and BIS co-hosted a virtual FinCEN Exchange to discuss attempts by Russia to evade export controls. The Exchange included representatives from small-... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Policy paper: Autumn Statement 2023
This is the Autumn Statement 2023 in full. You can find supporting and related documents below.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
OFAC issues Venezuela FAQs
OFAC has issued 4 FAQs on its Venezuela sanctions: Does Venezuela General License (GL) 45A authorize U.S. persons to provide certain services, including refueling services, to blocked Conviasa... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
BIS lists entities for circumvention of US Venezuela & Russia sanctions
The US Bureau of Industry and Security has added 4 entities to the Entity List: Aerofalcon SL, under the destination of Spain, Novax Group SA, under the destinations... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Consultancy for updating PI's guides
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
UK and South Korea sign sanctions accord
During the state visit to the UK, a sanctions accord was signed between the South Korean President, Yoon Suk Yeol and UK Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, which includes... more
1 year ago
News story: Technology Working Group publishes report on fund tokenisation
The City Minister’s forum for examining the impact of technology on the UK’s investment management sector publishes its first report.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: Nissan triples investment in electric vehicle production in the UK
Nissan is delivering up to £2 billion of new investment to produce two new electric vehicle models in Sunderland.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Saudi Arabia urges all nations to halt weapon exports to Israel (BRICS Joint Meeting)
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Tuesday urged all nations to cease weapon exports to Israel, according to Al Arabiya Post. Saudi Arabia's Crown Price... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
Press release: Russia blocks discussions at Kimberley Process Plenary
Russia has blocked discussions on conflict diamonds and Ukraine at the Kimberley Process Plenary in Zimbabwe.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Third countries align with EU sanctions against Central African Republic and Venezuela
On 9 November 2023, the European Council adopted Decision (CFSP) 2023/2487 concerning restrictive measures against Central African Republic in relation to the supply of arms. The High Representative of... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Policy paper: The mortgage guarantee scheme
Provides background on why the government has introduced a mortgage guarantee scheme, and how it works. The scheme is open to new 95% mortgages until 30 June 2025,... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
National Statistics: GDP deflators at market prices, and money GDP November 2023 (Autumn Statement)
This document contains the latest gross domestic product (GDP) deflators. The GDP deflator can be viewed as a measure of general inflation in the domestic economy... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Preston guidance: September 2023
Preston factors (earnings and interest factors) are provided for employers.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Preston guidance: October 2023
Preston factors (earnings and interest factors) are provided for employers.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
180/2023 : 23 November 2023 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-351/22
Neves 77 Solutions External relations Advocate General Ćapeta: The Court does not have jurisdiction to interpret general provisions of an EU Common Foreign and Security Policy measure merely... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
179/2023 : 23 November 2023 - Opinions of the Advocate General in joined cases C-29/22 P, C-44/22 P
KS and KD v Conseil e. a. External relations Advocate General Ćapeta: Individuals may bring an action for damages against the EU before the EU Courts based on... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
178/2023 : 23 November 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-354/22
Weingut A Agriculture and fisheries Winemaking and wine labelling: A wine-grower may indicate its own wine-growing holding even if pressing takes place on the premises of another wine-grower... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
177/2023 : 23 November 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-321/22
Provident Polska Environment and consumers Consumer protection: a requirement that a consumer pay excessive non-interest credit costs can constitute an unfair term... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
176/2023 : 23 November 2023 - Judgments of the Court of Justice in Cases C-209/21 P, C-210/21 P
Ryanair v Commission State aid State aid during the Covid-19 pandemic: the Court definitively dismisses the appeals brought by Ryanair concerning the support measures put in place by... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
US Govt fines Binance $4.3 billion & CEO pleads guilty to sanctions & AML violations
The US Treasury departments, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) and OFAC have settled with Binance Holdings, the world’s largest virtual currency exchange, for a total of $4.3... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Press release: Chancellor backs business and rewards workers to get Wales growing
Tax cuts for working people and British business headlined Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s ‘Autumn Statement for Growth’ today, Wednesday 22 November.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Press release: Chancellor backs business and rewards workers to get Northern Ireland growing
Tax cuts for working people and UK businesses headlined Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s Autumn Statement.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Speech: Autumn Statement 2023 speech
Autumn Statement 2023 speech as delivered by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Autumn Statement 2023 Research and Development Tax Reliefs Reform
This technical note provides more detail on the reforms to research and development tax reliefs announced at the Autumn Statement 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: UK Retail Disclosure Framework – Draft SI and Policy Note
The government is publishing a near-final version of the statutory instrument to replace the EU Packaged Retail and Insurance-based Investment Products (PRIIPs) Regulation and create a new UK... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Call for evidence outcome: Oil and gas fiscal regime review: call for evidence
A call for evidence on the long term oil and gas fiscal regime.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: The Harrington Review of Foreign Direct Investment
Lord Harrington’s Review looks at how the UK can better attract foreign direct investment into key growth sectors to ensure the UK is the most attractive destination in... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Technical note: Electricity Generator Levy – new investment exemption
A technical note to help generators understand the new investment exemption. It does not provide formal guidance, which HM Revenue and Customs will issue.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Call for evidence outcome: Pension trustee skills, capability and culture: a call for evidence
A call for evidence to help improve the skills and capability of pension trustees and remove barriers to making effective investment decisions.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Government response to the 2023 Fiscal Risks and Sustainability Report
The government has published its response to the Office for Budget Responsibility’s 2023 Fiscal Risks and Sustainability Report.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Cyprus invites foreign experts to help with Russia sanctions evasion investigation
In an interview with the Associated Press, Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides said that he has asked an unnamed “third country” to send an experienced team of financial crime experts... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Policy paper: Short Selling Regulations 2024
The government is publishing a draft statutory instrument to replace the Short Selling Regulation, a piece of retained EU law, for checks.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: Chancellor backs business and rewards workers to get Britain growing
Tax cuts for working people and British business headlined Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s ‘Autumn Statement for Growth’ today, Wednesday 22 November.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Memorandum of Understanding for the "Trailblazer" Single Settlements for Greater Manchester and West Midlands Combined Authorities
This Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the "Trailblazer" single settlements has been agreed between Greater Manchester and West Midlands Combined Authorities and the UK government.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Pro-innovation Regulation of Technologies Review: Cross-Cutting
Professor Dame Angela McLean’s cross-cutting review on pro-innovation regulation and the government response.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Correspondence: Driving growth through world class, smarter regulation
The government outlines potential approaches to Growth Duty reporting in this letter from the Chancellor and the Secretary of State for Business and Trade to regulators in scope... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Government response to the National Infrastructure Commission report on improving nationally significant infrastructure planning
The government's response to the National Infrastructure Commission report of their study on the infrastructure planning system and the role of National Policy Statements.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Correspondence: Remit and recommendations for the Financial Policy Committee: Autumn Statement 2023
Letter from the Chancellor of the Exchequer to the Governor of the Bank of England providing recommendations for the Financial Policy Committee (FPC).... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Correspondence: Pensions Investment Reform
Letter from the Chancellor and Secretary of State for Work and Pensions to the Chief Executives of the Financial Conduct Authority and the Pensions Regulator.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Correspondence: Monetary policy remit: Autumn Statement 2023
The Chancellor’s letter to the Bank of England setting the remit for the Monetary Policy Committee.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Shared Outcomes Fund Round Three
This page contains summaries of projects funded as part of the third round of HM Treasury’s Shared Outcomes Fund, which was announced at Spending Review 2021.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Autumn Statement 2023: National Insurance Factsheet
As part of our long-term plan to grow the economy, we are cutting the main rates of National Insurance for employees and the self-employed, and simplifying the tax... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Privacy International writes to Council of European Union members on the new Platform Workers Directive
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
EU court rejects Russian businessman’s application for de-listing
The General Court of the EU has rejected the application for de-listing by a Russian businessman who was EU-designated on 15 March 2022 for being a “large shareholder... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US designates Russian military officials for extrajudicial killings
The US Department of State has designated 2 members of the Russian armed forces, Colonel Azatbek Omurbekov, and Guard Corporal Daniil Frolkin for their alleged roles in the extrajudicial... more
1 year ago
Technology, Data and Elections: An Updated Checklist on the Election Cycle
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Australia reviews former FR of Yugoslavia designations
Designations on Australia’s sanctions regimes expire in 3 years unless declarations are made to continue them in effect pursuant to regulation 9 of the Autonomous Sanctions Regulations 2011. As part... more
1 year ago
Global Sanctions launch & site re-vamp!
We are delighted to announce that our site is now Global Sanctions.  As well as full coverage of EU and UK sanctions, we now cover other jurisdictions including... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
175/2023 : 22 November 2023 - Judgment of the General Court in joined cases T-302/20, T-303/20, T-307/20, T-304/20, T-330/20
Del Valle Ruíz and Others v SRB Economic policy Resolution of Banco Popular: affected shareholders and creditors were not entitled to compensation from the Single Resolution Fund... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Settlement Agreement between the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control and Binance Holdings, Ltd.
The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) today announced a $968,618,825 settlement with Binance Holdings, Ltd. (“Binance”), a Cayman Islands company and the... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
US designates Iran-aligned militias in Iraq
OFAC has designated 6 individuals affiliated with the Iran-aligned militia group, Kata’ib Hizballah (KH) based in Iraq.  According to the US Govt, KH is trained and funded by... more
1 year ago
UK ECJU publishes new version of strategic export controls guidance
The UK Export Control Joint Unit has rewritten and published a new version of its guidance on strategic export controls. The guidance is for those who export or... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Press release: Record wage boost for nearly 3 million workers next year
Biggest ever increase to the National Living Wage, worth over £1,800 a year for a full-time worker, fulfils manifesto pledge to end low pay.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Hacktivists breach U.S. nuclear research lab, steal employee data
The Idaho National Laboratory (INL) confirms they suffered a cyberattack after 'SiegedSec' hacktivists leaked stolen human resources data online. INL is a nuclear research center run by the... more
1 year ago
bleepingcomputer
Australia designates Hamas members & Gaza currency exchange
Australia has designated 1 entity and 8 individuals following Hamas’s attacks on Israel on 7 October 2023 (Charter of the United Nations (Listed Persons and Entities) Amendment (No.... more
1 year ago
US individuals convicted of violating Iran petroleum sanctions
2 US individuals, Zhenyu “Bill” Wang and Daniel Ray Lane have been convicted of charges of attempting to and conspiracy to violate IEEPA and money laundering in connection... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US Imposes Additional Russia-Related Sanctions on 200 Individuals and Entities
On November 2, 2023, the United States government issued new Russia-related sanctions targeting more than 200 individuals and entities. OFAC also issued three new Russia-related General Licenses and... more
1 year ago
UK government guidance on ownership and control
The UK FCDO and OFSI have issued guidance on the meaning of “owned or controlled” in the Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018. The guidance follows the Mints... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFAC issues Venezuela GLs & FAQ
OFAC has issued 2 Venezuela-related GLs and an FAQ related to the easing of sanctions: Venezuela-related General License 8M, “Authorizing Transactions Involving Petróleos de Venezuela, S.A. (PdVSA) Necessary... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFAC designates companies transporting Russian oil above price cap
OFAC has designated 3 entities and 3 vessels that used Price Cap Coalition service providers while carrying Russian crude oil above the Coalition-agreed price cap (press release, notice):... more
1 year ago
Recording of webinar with UK Government on ownership and control
The recording of our webinar with the UK Government on ownership and control is now available here and on the media: seminars & webinars section of this site.... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Independent report: Independent review of university spin-out companies
An independent report by Professor Irene Tracey and Doctor Andrew Williamson to help improve the creation and growth of university spin-out companies.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Press release: £320 million plan to usher innovation and deliver Mansion House Reforms
The Chancellor has announced a £320 million plan to drive innovation and unlock the first tranche of investment from his Mansion House Reforms.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
UK Court gives permission to argue that the Syria sanctions regs breach human rights because of restrictions on banking and mail
The UK High Court has given judgment granting permission for judicial review for 2 arguments challenging the Government’s decision to maintain and not revoke the UK Syria (Sanctions) (Exit)... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
ACSS annual UK sanctions roundup 12 December 2023 – register by 21 November 2023
The Association of Certified Sanctions Specialists is holding their Annual Sanctions Roundup event on 12 December 2023 at 5-8pm, hosted by Bloomberg LLP. Sam Mannion (OFSI), Maya Lester... more
1 year ago
Czechia designates Russian state-run foreign real estate entity
The Czech government has designated the Russian Federal State Unitary Enterprise “Enterprise for Administration of Assets Abroad”, which operates and manages Russian state-owned properties in Czechia (press release).... more
1 year ago
High Court comments on Mints interpretation of ‘control test’ in Litasco v Der Mond
The UK High Court has granted Litasco SA summary judgment for sums due under contract for the sale of oil to Der Mond, rejecting Der Mond’s reliance on... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
UK ECJU publishes end user advisory service guidance
The UK Export Control Joint Unit has published a guidance notice on the end user advisory service which enables exporters to seek advice on whether exports to named... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
UN sanctions rapporteur calls for input for report
The UN Special Rapporteur on unilateral coercive measures, Prof. Alena Douhan, is preparing her thematic report to the 79th Session of the UN General Assembly (October 2024). The... more
1 year ago
Canadian government discloses data breach after contractor hacks
The Canadian government says two of its contractors have been hacked, exposing sensitive information belonging to an undisclosed number of government employees.  These breaches occurred last month and impacted... more
1 year ago
bleepingcomputer
Press release: Landmark deal to boost nation’s health and save NHS £14 billion
New Voluntary Scheem for Branded Medicines Pricing, Access and Growth (VPAG) will boost nation’s health, save NHS £14 billion, and support research investment.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: Boost for UK’s life sciences sector as West Yorkshire hosts England’s third Investment Zone
The government has today (20 November) launched England’s third Investment Zone in West Yorkshire focussed on Huddersfield, Bradford and Leeds, which will help to create more than 2,500... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Cyprus lit up with oligarch transactions after Russia invaded Ukraine -leaks
With Russian tanks and troops descending on Ukraine in early 2022, Cyprus became a hotbed of financial activity. The island country has long been known as an offshore... more
1 year ago
.cbc
Italy Deals a Blow to WEF and Bill Gates with Historic Ban on Cultivated Meat
Italy has just delivered a devastating blow to the controversial agenda of the World Economic Forum (WEF) and billionaire magnate Bill Gates for global food control, with the historic... more
1 year ago
Press release: Chancellor to cut admin workloads to free up frontline staff
The Chancellor will set out the case for reform across public services to unlock productivity... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: Billions of investment for British manufacturing to boost economic growth
The government has today announced £4.5 billion in funding for British manufacturing to increase investment in eight sectors across the UK. The funding will be available from 2025... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
US makes Western Balkans designations for corruption and Russia connections
OFAC has designated 8 individuals and 6 entities for “perpetuating corruption and enabling malign influence in the Balkans” (press release, notice): Bosnia and Herzegovina-based: Savo Cvijetinovic, member of... more
1 year ago
Policy paper: Pro-innovation Regulation of Technologies Review: Advanced Manufacturing
Professor Dame Angela McLean’s review on pro-innovation regulation for advanced manufacturing and the government response.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
OFSI and FCDO issue joint guidance relating to ownership and control by public officials
The UK Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (“OFSI”) and the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (“FCDO”) have issued joint guidance (“Joint Guidance”) on the application of the UK’s... more
1 year ago
EU proposal on 12th package of Russia sanctions
The EU High Representative and the Commission have submitted to the Council a proposal for the 12th package of Russia sanctions, including: The designation of over 120 individuals... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
BIS Issues New Rule Expanding Items Eligible for VEU Program for Samsung and SK Hynix
In parallel with the new advanced computing, semiconductor, and supercomputing rules issued on October 17, 2023 (here), the US Commerce Department’s Bureau of Industry and Security (“BIS“) issued... more
1 year ago
Counter Terrorism Designations; Issuance of Venezuela-related Frequently Asked Questions
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing four new Venezuela-related Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs 1141-1144). Additionally, OFAC has updated its Specially Designated... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Operator of Central California Bio-Lab Indicted for Distributing Adulterated and Misbranded COVID-19 Tests and Lying to Authorities
U.S. Attorney’s Office Eastern District of California  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, November 16, 2023 FRESNO, Calif. — A federal grand jury returned a three-count indictment today against Jia... more
1 year ago
FDA Criminal Investigations
Guidance: Ownership and Control: Public Officials and Control guidance
Details of the policy intention of the UK government's approach to ownership and control in UK sanctions regulations, in regard to public officials and control.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions
Ownership and Control: Public Officials and Control guidance
Details of the policy intention of the UK government's approach to ownership and control in UK sanctions regulations, in regard to public officials and control.... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
The U.S. Government Designates Individuals and Entities in the Western Balkans for Corruption and Malign Activities
November 16, 2023 WASHINGTON -- Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated eight individuals and six entities pursuant to Western Balkans-related... more
1 year ago
x.globalsecurity
OFSI publishes blog post on enhanced partnership with OFAC
OFSI has published a blog post 1 year on since the launch of the OFAC-OFSI Enhanced Partnership, which sets out the exchanges and engagements jointly held by the 2... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFAC designates Costa Rican narcotics trafficker
With the support of the government of Costa Rica, OFAC has designated Gilbert Hernan de Los Angeles Bell Fernandez, a Costa Rican narcotics trafficker who operates in Limón... more
1 year ago
News story: Employment support launched for over a million people
New Back to Work Plan to help up to 1,100,000 people with long-term health conditions, disabilities or long-term unemployment to look for and stay in work.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Balkans-related Designations; Russia-related Designations and Designation Update; Issuance of Russia-related General License, Balkans-related General Licenses, and Frequently Asked Question
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Russia-related General License 77, "Authorizing Limited Safety and Environmental Transactions Involving Certain Persons or Vessels",... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
News story: Ukraine: Foreign Secretary is first UK minister to visit Odesa
Foreign Secretary David Cameron is the first UK minister to visit Black Sea port city of Odesa since Russia’s full-scale invasion.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
UN amends ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida sanctions list entries
The UN has amended the identification information for 5 entries on its ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida sanctions list (press release). The post UN amends ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
France designates Hamas officials
France has added Mohammed Deïf and Marwan Issa to its national sanctions list, who are allegedly leaders of the Ezzedin al-Qassam Brigades, the armed wing of Hamas (notice, notice).... more
1 year ago
174/2023 : 16 November 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-333/22
Ligue des droits humains Processing of personal data: decisions taken by a supervisory authority in the context of the indirect exercise of the rights of the data subject... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
173/2023 : 16 November 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Joined Cases C-583/21, C-584/21, C586/21
NC A change in the holder of a Spanish notarial practice may constitute a transfer of an undertaking... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Press release: Ukraine: Foreign Secretary is first UK minister to visit Odesa
Foreign Secretary David Cameron is the first UK minister to visit Black Sea port city of Odesa since Russia’s full-scale invasion.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Press release: Ukraine: Foreign Secretary visits Kyiv in first overseas trip
The Foreign Secretary has visited Kyiv, where he reaffirmed the UK's unwavering support for Ukraine and met President Zelenskyy and Foreign Minister Kuleba.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
EU updates Haiti and DPRK sanctions list entries
Today, the EU updated the entry for Jimmy Cherizier on its Haiti sanctions list, adding that he is “one of Haiti’s most influential gang leaders and leads an... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Australia reviews Zimbabwe designations
Designations on Australia’s sanctions regimes expire in 3 years unless declarations are made to continue them in effect pursuant to regulation 9 of the Autonomous Sanctions Regulations 2011. As part... more
1 year ago
One Year On: The OFAC-OFSI Enhanced Partnership
October 2023 marked one year since the launch of the OFAC-OFSI Enhanced Partnership, an ongoing commitment from two of the world’s leading financial sanctions implementation authorities to deepen... more
1 year ago
Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation
UK amends “arbitration costs” definition in GL
OFSI have amended General Licence INT/2022/1552576, “LCIA Arbitration Costs”, to (notice): remove the Annex 1 Schedule of Arbitration Costs; and change the definition of Arbitration Costs to reflect... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU shortens Venezuela sanctions renewal period & amends sanctions list entries
Yesterday, the EU exceptionally renewed its Venezuela sanctions by 6 months instead of 1 year (press release) in response to the “positive step towards the restoration of democracy”,... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
News story: New appointments to the Royal Mint Advisory Committee
The two new appointments will take up their roles on 20 November.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Counter Narcotics Designation
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Canada designates Russian propagandists
Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mélanie Joly, has announced that Canada is designated 9 individuals and 6 entities for their alleged role in Russian disinformation and war propaganda... more
1 year ago
Cyprus to strengthen sanctions controls; data leak shows potential sanctions breaches
It has been reported that the Cyprus government has promised a “zero-tolerance” approach to sanctions violations in response to a report released yesterday suggesting that Russian businessmen transferred... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Calling the shots – the implications of the Court of Appeal’s decision in NBT v Mints
1 year ago
Sanctions Insight
US & UK designate Hamas & PIJ associates & issue humanitarian guidance and GL
OFAC has imposed its third round of sanctions targeting Hamas-affiliated individuals and entities since the October 7 attacks.  This action designates Hamas officials and the mechanisms by which... more
1 year ago
Official Statistics: Forecasts for the UK economy: November 2023
A comparison of independent forecasts for the UK economy in November 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: PFI and PF2 projects: 2023 Summary Data
PFI and PF2 data for current projects as at 31 March 2023... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
France issues arrest warrant for Syrian President Bashar al-Assad
PARIS: France has issued an international arrest warrant for Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, accused of complicity in crimes against humanity over chemical attacks in 2013, a judicial source... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
Pro-Israel Group Paid Students $250 Each to Attend 'March for Israel' Event in DC
The "Israel on Campus Coalition" offered college students $250 "microgrants" to attend the "March for Israel" event in Washington, DC on Tuesday. "The 'Israel on Campus Coalition' is... more
1 year ago
.informationliberation
Security Council ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida Sanctions Committee Amends Five Entries to Its Sanctions List
On 14 November 2023, the Security Council Committee pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999), 1989 (2011) and 2253 (2015) concerning ISIL (Da’esh), Al‑Qaida and associated individuals, groups, undertakings and... more
1 year ago
UN.org
Unanimously Adopting Resolution 2707 (2023), Security Council Renews Panel of Experts, Sanctions on Yemen
The Security Council today decided to renew for 12 months a travel ban and assets freeze imposed on specific individuals and entities in Yemen and extend for 12... more
1 year ago
UN.org
US & UK designate Hamas & PIJ associates & issue humanitarian guidance and GL
OFAC has imposed its third round of sanctions targeting Hamas-affiliated individuals and entities since the October 7 attacks.  This action designates Hamas officials and the mechanisms by which... more
1 year ago
Sanctions Compliance Guidance for the Provision of Humanitarian Assistance to the Palestinian People
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing an OFAC Compliance Communique: Guidance for the Provision of Humanitarian Assistance to the Palestinian... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
EU shortens Venezuela sanctions renewal period & amends sanctions list entries
Yesterday, the EU exceptionally renewed its Venezuela sanctions by 6 months instead of 1 year (press release) in response to the “positive step towards the restoration of democracy”,... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Guidance: Financial sanctions, International counter-terrorism
This page contains a list of persons and entities to whom financial sanctions have been applied due to their assessed involvement in terrorist activity, with particular focus on... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Canada Imposes Additional Sanctions Against Russia: 9 Individuals and 6 Entities Targeted, 4 Individuals Delisted
On November 10, 2023, Canada announced additional amendments to the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations (the “Regulations”). The amendments list an additional 9 individuals and 6 entities under... more
1 year ago
US Senate considering Hamas sanctions bill
The US House of Representatives has passed the Hamas International Financing Prevention Act, which is now being debated by the US Senate.  If passed by the Senate, it... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
UN calls for 31st time for US to end Cuba embargo
By a vote of 187 in favour to 2 against (USA, Israel) with 1 abstention (Ukraine), the UN General Assembly has voted for the 31st time for the... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Policy paper: Treasury Minutes – November 2023
Government departments respond to the Public Accounts Committee reports through a Treasury minute.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Ukraine sanctions companies affiliated with Mikhail Fridman
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky has implemented Decree 739/2023 designating 9 companies allegedly affiliated with Russian businessman, Mikhail Fridman (report): Liechtenstein-based Sogeral Foundation and Luxembourg-based, CTF Holdings S.A. Cyprus-based... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Guidance: Additional duties on goods originating in Russia and Belarus
Guidance on imports from Russia and Belarus requiring additional duties and terms of exemption.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
China implements reporting requirement for rare earths
China’s state news agency has reported that the Chinese Government has included rare earths in the list of bulk commodities whose import and export needs to be reported... more
1 year ago
Boeing Faces Cybersecurity Crisis: Lockbit Ransomware Attack Exposes Sensitive Data Amid Citrix Vulnerability Concerns
Boeing, a prominent aerospace manufacturer and defense contractor, found itself targeted by the Lockbit ransomware group at the end of October. This cybercriminal organization claimed responsibility for infiltrating... more
1 year ago
.zerosecurity
Open call for evidence: Call for evidence: pension fund clearing exemption
A call for evidence seeking input from industry stakeholders on pension funds’ exemption from the clearing obligation, to inform the government’s long-term approach.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan to face jail trial in Cipher case
Backgrounder. Imran Khan is a former Pakistani cricket player, politician, philanthropist, and prime minister of Pakistan (2018–22). He became a national hero by leading Pakistan’s national team to... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
Agri-Fintech Holdings, Inc.
Agri-Fintech Holdings, Inc.... more
1 year ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Tingo Group, Inc.
Tingo Group, Inc.... more
1 year ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
LockBit ransomware leaks gigabytes of Boeing data
The LockBit ransomware gang published data stolen from Boeing, one of the largest aerospace companies that services commercial airplanes and defense systems. Before the leak, LockBit hackers said that... more
1 year ago
bleepingcomputer
WaPo Drops Bombshell On The Nord Stream Pipeline Sabotage Narrative: A Ukrainian Colonel, Covert Ops, & The CIA's Shadow
Consider the source (and the timing)... No lesser deep-state mouthpiece than The Washington Post just dropped a bombshell with the revelation that Ukrainian Colonel Roman Chervinsky "was integral to the brazen... more
1 year ago
YouTube Censors Reporting On Leaked Trans Shooter Manifesto
YouTube has removed reporting by Steven Crowder on the pages of the withheld manifesto of the Nashville mass shooter that he managed to obtain, claiming that they “think... more
1 year ago
UK amends Russia listing and travel GL and Turkish aerospace licence
The UK Govt has amended the listing for Vadym Oleksandrovich Tregub, who is listed for being associated with Sergei Vadimovich Tregub. OFSI has amended the Russian travel general... more
1 year ago
EU Court rejects Bremino-Grupp and co-owners’ applications for Belarus de-listing
In Cases T-563/21 and T-564/2 and Case T-245/21, the General Court of the EU has rejected the application for de-listing from Bremino-Grupp and 2 of its co-owners, Alexander... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU Court rejects Bremio-Grupp and co-owners’ applications for Belarus de-listing
In Cases T-563/21 and T-564/2 and Case T-245/21, the General Court of the EU has rejected the application for de-listing from Bremino-Grupp and 2 of its co-owners, Alexander... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU amends & renews various sanctions regimes
The EU has amended its Central African Republic sanctions regime by widening the arms embargo CAR government derogation, implementing UN Resolution 2693.  There is no longer a requirement... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU amends & renews various sanctions regimes
The EU has amended its Central African Republic sanctions regime by widening the arms embargo CAR government derogation, implementing UN Resolution 2693.  There is no longer a requirement... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Guidance: OFSI General Licence INT/2022/1839676
Details of general licence INT/2022/1839676 Russian Travel... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Russia passes decree limiting the circulation of foreign securities
In response to Western sanctions, Putin has implemented a presidential decree limiting the circulation of foreign securities, including setting a cap on the value of foreign securities that... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU Parliament passes resolution on effectiveness of EU sanctions on Russia
In a resolution adopted yesterday, the EU Parliament has voiced alarm over “loopholes” in the EU’s sanctions regime on Russa, the lack of proper enforcement, and attempts to... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Strike out refused in UK case Standard Chartered US Iran sanctions case
4 claims were brought by 230 claimants against Standard Chartered (SC) alleging that SC made untrue and misleading market statements in its prospectuses from 2007 to 2019 relating... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
News story: UK leads international crackdown on crypto tax evaders
The UK has today, 10 November 2023, agreed an historic joint statement with 48 countries to help combat criminals using crypto-assets to evade and avoid billions in missing... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: International Joint Statement on the Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework
The UK and other jurisdictions announce their intention to implement the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development’s latest tax transparency standard, the Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF).... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
National Statistics: Public Spending Statistics release: November 2023
The November 2023 national statistics public expenditure outturn release.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: OSCAR II: publishing raw data from the database
The 2023 release of the underlying OSCAR II data under the government’s transparency agenda.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Security Council Sanctions Committee concerning Sudan Receives Briefing on Behalf of Emergency Relief Coordinator in Pursuance of Resolution 2664 (2022) 
On 6 November 2023, and in pursuance of paragraph 5 of resolution 2664 (2022), a representative of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, on behalf of... more
1 year ago
UN.org
US renews TDO & corrects Russia general licence
The US BIS has renewed the TDO against Rossiya Airlines for a further 6 months (notice).  The TDO was originally issued in May 2022 after it was found... more
1 year ago
US renews TDO & corrects Russia general licence
The US BIS has renewed the TDO against Rossiya Airlines for a further 6 months (notice).  The TDO was originally issued in May 2022 after it was found... more
1 year ago
US renews China and Iran sanctions regimes
The White House has issued a notice on the Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iran and a notice on the Continuation of the National Emergency With... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFAC designates Sinaloa Cartel members
OFAC has designated 13 Sinaloa Cartel members, including several fugitives and 4 Sonora, Mexico-based entities (press release, notice): Juan Carlos Morgan Huerta, Sonora-based “plaza boss” for the Sinaloa... more
1 year ago
Watch: Mexico Journalists Warn Violence Can ‘Curtail Freedom of Expression’
With data showing Mexico as one of the most dangerous countries for journalists outside a war zone, and with the country’s long record of impunity for perpetrators, the... more
1 year ago
.voanews
UK delists individual from Russia sanctions list
Today, the UK delisted Sergey Stognienko from its Russia sanctions list (notice).  Mr Stognienko was designated in September 2022 for being a member of the Bank Otkritie management... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Summary judgment refused in UK sanctions case alleging discrimination on grounds of Russian nationality
A UK court refused to grant summary judgment and held there are triable issues in a dispute between XTX Markets Technologies Ltd and Mazars in which XTX alleged... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US BIS issues TDO against individuals & entities for exporting electronics to Russia
The US BIS has issued a TDO suspending the export privileges of 7 individuals and 3 companies who are allegedly part of a global procurement scheme that unlawfully... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US BIS issues TDO against individuals & entities for exporting electronics to Russia
The US BIS has issued a TDO suspending the export privileges of 7 individuals and 3 companies who are allegedly part of a global procurement scheme that unlawfully... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Dangerous encounter between a Chinese jet fighter and a Canadian helicopter over the South China Sea
Halifax, Canada — A dangerous encounter between a Chinese jet fighter and a Canadian helicopter over the South China Sea has called attention to Canada’s heightened interest in the... more
1 year ago
.voanews
172/2023 : 9 November 2023 - Opinions of the Advocate General in joined cases C-608/22, C-609/22
Bundesamt für Fremdenwesen und Asyl and Others Area of Freedom, Security and Justice According to Advocate General Jean Richard de la Tour, the discriminatory measures adopted against Afghan women... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
171/2023 : 9 November 2023 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-465/20
Commission v Ireland and Others State aid According to Advocate General Pitruzzella, the judgment of the General Court on ‘tax rulings’ adopted by Ireland in relation to Apple should... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
170/2023 : 9 November 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-353/22
Commission v Sweden Approximation of laws Failure of a Member State to fulfil obligations: Sweden is ordered to pay € 8 500 000 for late transposition of the amended Firearms Directive... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
169/2023 : 9 November 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-598/21
Všeobecná úverová banka Unfair term in a consumer credit contract secured by the family home: the court must assess the proportionality between the seller or supplier’s power to... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Revealed: UK MPs “asleep at the wheel” as government ramps up facial recognition technology
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
168/2023 : 9 November 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-319/22
Gesamtverband Autoteile-Handel Approximation of laws Car manufacturers must make vehicle identification numbers available to independent operators... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
167/2023 : 9 November 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-376/22
Google Ireland and Others Freedom of establishment Combating illegal content on the Internet: a Member State may not subject a communication platform provider established in another Member State to... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Security Council Briefed on Work of 2140 Sanctions Committee concerning Yemen
The Security Council met today for a briefing on the work of its Committee established pursuant to resolution 2140 (2014) for the period 16 March to date.... more
1 year ago
UN.org
News story: £15 million announced for flood recovery in Northern Ireland
Up to £15 million of reallocated funding made available in Northern Ireland to respond to flooding – supporting affected businesses and aiding clean-up costs.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
EU Court rejects Varabei application for Belarus sanctions delisting
Today, in Case T-245/21 the General Court of the EU has rejected Mikalai Varabei’s application for the  annulment of his Belarus sanctions designation. Mr Varabei was listed by... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
UK Russia designations & NCA red alert on use of gold to evade sanctions
The UK Foreign Secretary has announced 29 Russia designations of individuals & entities operating in and supporting Russia’s gold, oil, and strategic sectors.  Designations include (notice, press release):... more
1 year ago
UK Russia designations & NCA red alert on use of gold to evade sanctions
The UK Foreign Secretary has announced 29 Russia designations of individuals & entities operating in and supporting Russia’s gold, oil, and strategic sectors.  Designations include (notice, press release):... more
1 year ago
EU Court rejects Dimitry Mazepin’s application for sanctions de-listing
Today, in Case T-282/22 (press release) the General Court of the EU rejected Dimitry Mazepin’s application for the annulment of his sanctions designation. Mr Mazepin was listed by... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Open consultation: Implementing the Bank of England Levy: A Consultation on Draft Regulations
The government is consulting on draft secondary legislation to implement the new Bank of England levy, replacing the Cash Ratio Deposit scheme.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
UK court refuses interim payment for EuroChem from SG and ING in sanctions defence case
The UK High Court has given judgment rejecting the application by LLC EuroChem North-West-2 (EuroChem) for a payment into court or into a frozen account in the UK... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFAC settlement agreement with daVinci Payments
OFAC has announced a settlement agreement with daVinci Payments, wherein DaVinci has agreed to pay a penalty of $206,213 to settle its potential civil liability for apparent violations... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
166/2023 : 8 November 2023 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-282/22
Mazepin v Council External relations War in Ukraine: the General Court confirms that the funds of Mr Dmitry Arkadievich Mazepin must remain frozen... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Press release: UK cracks down on gold and oil networks propping up Russia’s war economy
Foreign Secretary announces 29 new UK sanctions targeting individuals and entities operating in and supporting Russia's gold, oil and strategic sectors.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
US, UK, and Canada Impose Further Coordinated Sanctions Against Myanmar
On October 31, 2023, the US, UK, and Canadian governments imposed further coordinated sanctions against Myanmar (Burma) through designations of individuals and entities associated with Myanmar’s military regime... more
1 year ago
Transparency data: HMT ministers' meetings, hospitality, gifts and overseas travel: 1 January to 31 March 2020
Ministers' meetings, hospitality, gifts and overseas travel.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HMT ministers' meetings, hospitality, gifts and overseas travel: 1 July to 30 September 2020
Ministers' meetings, hospitality, gifts and overseas travel.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
165/2023 : 7 November 2023 - Order of the General Court in case T-299/22
Sattvica v EUIPO - Maradona and Others (DIEGO MARADONA) Intellectual and industrial property Legal battle over the DIEGO MARADONA trade mark: the General Court of the European Union confirms... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - November 7, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Consultation outcome: Financial promotion exemptions for high net worth individuals and sophisticated investors: a consultation
The government is consulting on proposals to amend the financial promotion exemptions for high net worth individuals and sophisticated investors.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Extending the transitional period for third country benchmarks in the UK
This statement explains the government’s rationale for extending the transitional period for third country benchmarks under the UK Benchmarks Regulation to 31 December 2030.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
US Nuclear Submarine in Middle East for ‘Deterrence’: Pentagon
  A US nuclear-powered Ohio-class submarine is in the Middle East to help prevent the Israel-Hamas war from spiraling into a broader conflict, the Pentagon said Monday.  ... more
1 year ago
x.defensepost
US BIS & FinCEN issue new SAR key term & highlight export control red flags
Today, in a joint notice, the US Bureau of Industry and Security and the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network issued a new suspicious activity report (SAR) key term to... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Settlement Agreement between the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control and daVinci Payments
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) today announced a settlement with daVinci Payments (daVinci), which manages prepaid reward card programs. DaVinci agreed... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Figures on voluntary disclosures of UK Russia sanctions breaches
HM Treasury has said in response to a freedom of information request that 127 companies have voluntarily disclosed Russia sanctions violations to the UK government as of 17... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - November 6, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Judge orders seizure of £677m from Airbnb in tax evasion probe
Airbnb is facing the prospect of a tax bill worth hundreds of millions of euros following an Italian court ruling in an evasion case. Prosecutors in Milan say... more
1 year ago
Webinar with UK Government on sanctions ownership / control – 20th November 11am – register here
Register here to attend our webinar on ownership and control in UK sanctions (the test for determining which entities are “controlled” by designated persons and therefore subject to... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Malta issues terrorism sanctions guidance
Following the attacks by Hamas on Israel and the conflict in the Gaza strip, the Sanctions Monitoring Board (the national competent authority for sanctions for Malta) has issued... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
BIS imposes penalty against US company for violating Israel antiboycott regulations
BIS has imposed a penalty of $44,750 against Forta LLC, a US manufacturer of synthetic reinforcement fibres after it violated the antiboycott provisions of the Export Administration Regulations... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US sanctions Russian Ekaterina Zhdanova, who they say laundered money for Ryuk ransomware affiliate
The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has sanctioned Russian national Ekaterina Zhdanova for laundering millions in cryptocurrency for various individuals, including ransomware actors. Zhdanova used her... more
1 year ago
bleepingcomputer
The father of a mass shooting suspect stands trial for helping him get a gun license
WAUKEGAN, Ill. — The father of a man charged in a deadly Fourth of July parade shooting in suburban Chicago will stand trial starting Monday accused of helping... more
1 year ago
NPR
Press release: G7 united in response to conflicts in Middle East and Ukraine as Foreign Secretary travels to Japan
The Foreign Secretary will be in Japan for the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
OffshoreAlert Weekly Digest - November 4, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
NYSDFS issues penalty against Payoneer for Russia sanctions violations
On 2 November 2023, the New York State Department of Financial Services (NYSDFS) imposed a penalty of $1.25 million against Payoneer Inc, a New York-based provider of online... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFAC Russia designation for money laundering
Today, OFAC designated Ekaterina Zhdanova, a Russian national, for her alleged role in laundering and moving funds using virtual currency on behalf of designated Russian individuals and entities... more
1 year ago
UK MPs Asleep at the Wheel as Facial Recognition Technology Spells The End of Privacy in Public
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Israel bombs entrance of Gaza's biggest hospital, 'Slaying Men, Women, Children'
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's thinly veiled call to "go and smite Amalek, and utterly destroy all that they have, and spare them not; but slay both man... more
1 year ago
.informationliberation
Russia-related Designation
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - November 3, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
US Russia de-listing & Sudan and non-proliferation renewals
The US has de-listed Public Joint Stock Company ODK Saturn from its Russia list. The US has renewed its Sudan sanctions regime, as the “outbreak of inter-service fighting... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Switzerland amends Russia-Ukraine listings
Switzerland has amended the entries concerning 181 individuals and 43 entities on its Russia/Ukraine sanctions list, correcting identification information and the reasons for listings. The post Switzerland amends... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Correspondence: Asset purchase facility (APF) ceiling, November 2023
The Chancellor of the Exchequer and the Governor of the Bank of England jointly agreed to reduce the maximum authorised size of the APF. This was confirmed via... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Australia prohibits supply of machinery to Russia & Russia-controlled Ukraine
Australia has prohibited the export of machinery and related parts to Russia and temporarily controlled areas of Ukraine as announced in May 2023 (press release, previous post). The Autonomous... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Research: UK official holdings of international reserves: October 2023
This release details movements in the international reserves of gold and assets held by the UK Government.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
OFAC designates Russian entities & third country based entities exporting to Russia
 Today, OFAC has designated over 100 individuals & entities involved in Russia’s future energy production and revenue, metals and mining sector, defence procurement, and those involved in supporting... more
1 year ago
UK Govt considering report on closed material procedures
In answer to a parliamentary question raised last month, Lord Bellamy KC, the Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Justice, said that the UK Govt is in the process... more
1 year ago
Compliance Podcast: US Sanctions and Venezuela, Opportunities in the hydrocarbon and mining sectors
Please check out Episode 9 of the Compliance Podcast of the Caracas office in which Jesus Davila talks to Washington DC partner, Alex Lamy, concerning the US sanctions... more
1 year ago
Joint Stakeholder Submission - Colombia, 44th Universal Periodic Review
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Guernsey review of frozen Russian assets
The Guernsey Policy & Resources Committee (P&R) is carrying out a review of frozen assets linked to designated Russian individuals and entities to update its records (press release).... more
1 year ago
US DOJ charges more individuals for Russia export control violations
Yesterday the US DOJ charged 3 individuals with conspiracy and other offences related to a scheme to export semiconductors to companies affiliated with the Russian military, including SMT-iLogic,... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Russia-related Designations, Updates and Removal; Counter Terrorism Designation Update; Issuance of Russia-related General Licenses
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Russia-related General License 13G, "Authorizing Certain Administrative Transactions Prohibited by Directive 4 under Executive Order... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - November 2, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
SEC Charges President/CCO of Prophecy Asset Management Advisory Firm with Multi-Year Fraud
Washington D.C., Nov. 2, 2023 — The Securities and Exchange Commission today charged John Hughes, president and chief compliance officer of registered investment adviser Prophecy Asset Management LP,... more
1 year ago
.SEC Press Releases
Corporate report: New Financial analysis of signatory data (November 2023)
Assessing the impact of the HM Treasury Women in Finance Charter on signatories, and the benefits and challenges they face.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Australia adopts further goods export sanctions for Russia and specified Ukraine regions
On 25 October 2023, the Australian Government published two new designations (see here and here) (Designations) introducing new goods export sanctions for Russia and specified regions of Ukraine... more
1 year ago
Russia Critical Goods Update
The EU has published an update to its list of goods regarded as “economically critical” to Russia. Amongst these are hydraulic power engines and motors, concrete or mortar... more
1 year ago
PayPal Granted Green Light For Crypto Services In The UK
In a recent development, PayPal has been registered by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to offer crypto asset activities in Britain. This move comes as PayPal establishes a... more
1 year ago
Jordan, key US ally, recalls its envoy from Israel in protest over the "humanitarian catastrophe"
Jordan, a key US ally, said Wednesday it has recalled its ambassador from Israel and told Israel's ambassador to remain out of the country in protest over the... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
US BIS renews TDOs against Mahan Airways and related entities
Yesterday, the US Bureau of Industry of Security (BIS) renewed the temporary denial order (TDO) against Mahan Airways, an Iranian airline.  The initial TDO in 2008 was as... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US DOJ charges 3 individuals for Russia sanctions & export control evasion
A criminal complaint has been unsealed in Brooklyn, USA, charging Nikolay Goltsev, Salimdzhon Nasriddinov, and Kristina Puzyreva, with conspiracy and other charges related to a global procurement scheme... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - November 1, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Privacy International’s response to the South African Parliamentary Monitoring Group’s call for submissions on the on Regulation of interception of Communications and Provision of Communicated Related Information Amendment Bill
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
PI’s response on proposed draft RICA Bill
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
US designates Guatemalan officials for corruption
The US Department of State has designated 3 Guatemalan public officials for allegedly accepting bribes in exchange for their performance of their public functions during their tenures (press... more
1 year ago
EU updates Russian Central Bank FAQ; UK amends Russia listing
The EU has updated a Russia FAQ on whether the payment of the Russia “exit tax” falls under the definition of “…transactions related to the management of reserves... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Unprecedented Cyber Breach via MOVEit Software Rattles Multiple Sectors
In a devastating cyberattack that unfolded over three days in May 2023, numerous victims fell prey to a large-scale intrusion. The attackers exploited a vulnerability in MOVEit, a... more
1 year ago
.zerosecurity
Gaza's only cancer hospital goes out of service - health officials
DUBAI: The only cancer treatment hospital in the Gaza Strip has gone out of service after it ran out of fuel, health officials said on Wednesday. The director... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
Telecom Sector Sees Major Layoffs Despite Historic Stretch Of Tax Breaks, Regulatory Favors
The Trump era was very, very good to the country’s giant telecom monopolies. Trump officials doled out billions in tax breaks (AT&T nabbed $42 billion alone) and billions... more
1 year ago
x.techdirt
Taiwan detects 43 Chinese warplanes around island
More than 40 Chinese warplanes were detected around Taiwan in a day, the self-ruled island's defence ministry said on Wednesday. Beijing claims democratic Taiwan as its own territory to... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
Security Council Sanctions Committee Concerning South Sudan Receives Briefing on Behalf of Emergency Relief Coordinator in Pursuance of Resolution 2664 (2022)
On 19 October 2023, and in pursuance of paragraph 5 of resolution 2664 (2022), a representative of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), on behalf... more
1 year ago
UN.org
EU adopts new Niger Sanctions Framework
On 23 October, the European Council adopted a new framework for restrictive measures against Niger which seek to “sanction those who undermine the stability, democracy, rule of law... more
1 year ago
Dutch prison sentence & fine EU for Russia sanctions breach
In a judgment handed down today (on the Judgments section of this site), the Rotterdam District Court has sentenced a Russian businessman to 18 months in prison for... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US, UK, and Canada designate Burmese individuals & entities
Today, the US, UK, and Canada have designated individuals & entities connected with the Burma/Myanmar regime. The US has prohibited the provision of certain financial services for Myanma... more
1 year ago
Japan designates Hamas-connected individuals & entity
Today, Japan has designated 9 individuals & 1 entity connected with Hamas pursuant to its terrorist sanctions regime (notice – Japanese): Palestinian nationals, Moses Muhammad Salem Doddean, Ayman... more
1 year ago
French police arrest Russian businessman for sanctions violations
Yesterday, French police reportedly arrested Russian businessman, Alexey Kuzmichev, in an investigation into money laundering, tax fraud, and violations of sanctions.  Police carried out multiple searches at several... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Burma-related Designations; Counter Narcotics Designations Removals; Issuance of Burma-related Directive 1 and Frequently Asked Questions
The Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Directive 1 under Executive Order (E.O.) 14014 and two new Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs 1138... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - October 31, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Press release: New insurance scheme to facilitate UK business supporting Ukraine
The UK signs war-risk insurance Statement of Intent with European Bank of Reconstruction and Development to help UK companies to do business in Ukraine.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Russian Hackers Accessed 632,000 Emails From Pentagon, Other Agencies: Report
Hackers have accessed approximately 632,000 emails from the Department of Defense and other federal agencies this year, the US Office of Personnel Management (OPM) confirmed. The report detailed... more
1 year ago
x.defensepost
UK Govt response to Foreign Affairs Committee report on Wagner group
The UK Govt has published its response to the Foreign Affairs Committee report, Guns for gold: the Wagner Network exposed (on the UK Legislative Materials section of this... more
1 year ago
UK amends Iran listing & Russia telecoms and news media services GL
The UK has amended the Iran listing for Farasakht Industries, correcting the identification information (notice). The UK has updated Russia General Licence INT/2022/1875276, which permits certain activities related... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - October 30, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
EU may repurpose windfall profits from frozen Russian assets for Ukraine
Following the meeting of the European Council on 26-27 October 2023, European Commission President von der Leyen announced that the EU is currently working on a proposal to... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFAC designates Hamas officials & financial network
Following the Hamas terrorist attacks in Israel, OFAC has designated Hamas officials and individuals operating companies in Hamas’s investment portfolio in circumvention of sanctions (notice, press release): Khaled... more
1 year ago
Reminder: UK frozen assets reporting
As part of their annual review of frozen assets, HM Treasury has requested that all persons that hold or control frozen assets must submit a report to OFSI... more
1 year ago
UK “voluntary route” for discussions with DP, & US / UK indications on enforcement
At the American Bar Association’s Annual White Collar Crime Institute in London on 9th October (report): OFSI’s director said OFSI is “willing to enter into discussions” with designated... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Australia reviews DPRK designations
Designations on Australia’s sanctions regimes expire in 3 years unless declarations are made to continue them in effect pursuant to regulation 9 of the Autonomous Sanctions Regulations 2011. As part... more
1 year ago
Policy paper: Update on plans for the regulation of fiat-backed stablecoins
This document provides an update on the government’s policy concerning the regulation of fiat-backed stablecoins.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Consultation outcome: Managing the failure of systemic Digital Settlement Asset (including stablecoin) firms
Provides details of our proposed amendments to the Financial Market Infrastructure Special Administration Regime, to manage the failure of a systemic digital settlement asset firm.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Consultation outcome: Future financial services regulatory regime for cryptoassets
This consultation sets out proposals for the UK’s financial services regime for cryptoassets, and marks the next stage of the UK’s phased approach... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
International treaty: Joint Statement: US - UK Financial Innovation Partnership Meeting
UK and U.S. participants in the U.S.-UK Financial Innovation Partnership (FIP) met in Washington D.C., on Thursday 7th September 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
OffshoreAlert Weekly Digest - October 28, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Non-EU countries align with Iran & chemical weapons sanctions
Yesterday, the candidate countries North Macedonia, Montenegro, Albania, Ukraine, Moldova, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and the EFTA countries Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway aligned themselves with the EU’s maintenance of... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US to build new nuclear gravity bomb
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Defense Department on Friday announced the government is moving forward with developing a new version of the B61 nuclear gravity bomb. The bomb, designated... more
1 year ago
Defense News
El Gobierno de EE.UU. ofrece un levantamiento limitado de las sanciones contra Venezuela mediante licencias generales nuevas y modificadas de la OFAC
El 18 de octubre de 2023, la Oficina de Control de Activos Extranjeros (“OFAC”) del Departamento del Tesoro de EE.UU. aplicó un levantamiento limitado de las sanciones bajo... more
1 year ago
UK amends Russia & Iran listings
The UK has amended the identification information for Veniamin Ivanovich Kondratyev and Nikolai Fyodorovna Kondratyuk on the Russia list (notice) and for Farasakht Industries, Imensazan Consultant Engineers Institute,... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Israeli air and ground strikes intensify in Gaza; internet collapse cuts territory off from outside
DEIR AL-BALAH: Internet and phone services collapsed in the Gaza Strip under intensified Israeli bombardment Friday night, largely cutting off its 2.3 million people from the outside world... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
Shipowner claims damages because charterer breached sanctions
Yesterday, the US District Court rejected Tonzip Maritime’s application to attach Coral Energy’s bank accounts allegedly held by ING Bank in order to satisfy its claims against Coral... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Guidance: The Green Book: appraisal and evaluation in central government
HM Treasury guidance on how to appraise and evaluate policies, projects and programmes.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: UK drives new international rules to claw back ill-gotten gains
The landmark change will mean more criminal proceeds are recovered.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
US Government Provides Limited Relaxation of Venezuela Sanctions Through New and Amended OFAC General Licenses
On October 18, 2023, the US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) implemented limited sanctions relief under the Venezuela Sanctions Regulations (the “VSR”) to... more
1 year ago
Proposed Canada bill to allow for repurposing of frozen state assets
The second reading of Bill S-278 commenced in the Canadian Senate last week (press release).  The bill, if passed, would amend Canada’s sanctions legislation (the Special Economic Measures... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - October 27, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
EU amends Burma/Myanmar listings & renews Moldova sanctions
Yesterday, the EU amended the listings for 2 individuals and 1 entity under the Burma/Myanmar sanctions regime, providing more detail in the reasons for listing: Naing Htut Aung,... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Sam Bankman-Fried denies taking denies $10bn customer funds theft in testimony at fraud trial
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried began testifying at his fraud trial on Friday, saying the innovative business he hoped would move the cryptocurrency ecosystem forward ended up doing the... more
1 year ago
.cbc
UK High Court rejects Fridman’s challenge to OFSI’s licence refusals
The UK High Court has rejected Mikhail Fridman’s application to set aside OFSI’s decision to refuse to grant him 3 licences for his property, Athlone House, and its... more
1 year ago
Lockdown in Maine as search for mass shooter continues
NEW DELHI: Residents of Maine had to remain locked inside their homes for the second consecutive night as law enforcement agencies launched an extensive search for Robert Card,... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
ICJ order on US frozen Iranian assets
The US recently unfroze $6 billion in frozen Iranian funds in a prisoner swap with Iran (previous post). The International Court of Justice in March this year asked... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFSI introductory webinar on 2 November 2023
OFSI is holding a free 1 hour webinar at 10am (GMT) on Thursday 2 November 2023 on Microsoft Teams.  Sign up here. OFSI representatives will explain its role... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US Air Force Launches Two Electronic Warfare Detachments
The US Air Force (USAF) has launched two new detachments at Robins Air Force Base in Georgia to bolster the force’s electronic warfare capability. Detachments from the 350th... more
1 year ago
x.defensepost
Transparency data: Trade Specialised Committee on Goods
The Specialised Committee monitors the implementation and functioning of the Goods market access and national treatment chapter of the Trade and Cooperation Agreement.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
US Strikes Two Sites Used by Iranian Forces in Syria: Pentagon
  The US military struck two facilities in eastern Syria used by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and affiliated groups, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Thursday. “The... more
1 year ago
x.defensepost
BIS virtual public briefing on export control rules on 6 November
The US Bureau of Industry & Security (BIS) is holding a 2-hour virtual public briefing on the 2 updated export control rules on semiconductors issued on 17 October... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
FATF assessments of Switzerland, Japan, and Finland re AML/CFT and sanctions
The Financial Actions Task Force (FATF) has published follow-up reports on Switzerland, Japan, and Finland regarding their progress in strengthening measures to tackle money laundering and terrorist financing,... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - October 26, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Policy paper: Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill 2022: ECHR memoranda
European Convention on Human Rights memoranda relating to the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Japan amends common high priority list
The Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry has issued a notice (Japanese), amending its Russia common high priority items list. Japan’s list consists of a total of... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Millions of American families struggle to get food on the table, report finds
Just putting three meals a day on the table was a struggle for millions of people in the U.S. last year. That's the sobering conclusion of a new... more
1 year ago
NPR
164/2023 : 26 October 2023 - Visit
Visit to the Court of Justice of the European Union by the President of the Republic of Slovenia, Ms Nataša Pirc Musar... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
UN adds individuals to DRC sanctions list & US renews DRC regime
Yesterday, the UN added 2 individuals to its DRC sanctions list (press release): Brigadier General Bernard Maheshe Byamungu, Deputy Commander of operations and intelligence for M23, who is... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US issues energy general licence for Russia regime
Yesterday, the US issued Russia-related General License 8H, “Authorizing Transactions Related to Energy” for the following entities (notice): State Corporation Bank for Development and Foreign Economic Affairs Vnesheconombank;... more
1 year ago
Al Jazeera journalist's family killed in Israeli airstrike
According to Al Jazeera, their Gaza bureau chief, Wael Al Dahdouh, tragically lost his wife, son, daughter, and grandson in an Israeli airstrike that occurred on Wednesday. The... more
1 year ago
.timesofindia
Maine mass shooting suspect is an Army reservist
Editor’s note: This is a developing story and will be updated as additional information becomes available. Law enforcement officials have issued an arrest warrant for a 40-year-old Bowdoin,... more
1 year ago
.Military Times
Policy paper: Joint statement from the Specialised Committee on Financial Provisions, 26 October 2023
Joint statement following the eighth meeting of the Financial Provisions Specialised Committee on 26 October 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Sam Bankman-Fried to testify in his own defence in crypto fraud trial Thursday
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried plans to testify at his fraud trial, his lawyer told a federal judge Wednesday, ending speculation over whether a man who embraced the spotlight... more
1 year ago
.cbc
Corporate report: Consolidated Fund account 2022 to 2023
The Consolidated Fund accounts for 2022 to 2023 have been published.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Corporate report: National Loans Fund account 2022 to 2023
The National Loans Fund accounts for 2022 to 2023 have been published.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Eduard Khudainatov challenges DOJ yacht forfeiture
In a motion submitted on 22 October 2023, Eduard Khudainatov has requested that a California federal judge order the return of the Amadea yacht. The motion was filed the... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Policy paper: Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Bill 2022: overarching documents
These documents relate to the bill stage of the Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: HM Treasury and Financial Conduct Authority Regulatory Perimeter Meeting – July 2023
Record of the meeting between the Economic Secretary to the Treasury and the Chief Executive of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to discuss the FCA’s Perimeter Report.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
MPs call for proscription of IRGC as terrorist organisation
Following Iran’s alleged involvement in the Hamas terrorist attack in Israel, in a debate in the House of Commons yesterday, MPs repeated calls for the government to proscribe... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
163/2023 : 26 October 2023 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-670/22
Staatsanwaltschaft Berlin (EncroChat) Area of Freedom, Security and Justice Advocate General Ćapeta: A public prosecutor may issue a European Investigation Order (EIO) for the transfer of evidence already... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
162/2023 : 26 October 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-238/22
LATAM Airlines Group Transport Pre-emptively denied boarding: passengers have the right to compensation even if they did not present themselves for boarding and even if they have been... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
161/2023 : 26 October 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-307/22
FT Principles of Community law Protection of personal data: a patient has the right to obtain a first copy of his or her medical records free of charge... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Security Council 1533 Sanctions Committee Adds Two Entries to Its Sanctions List
On 25 October 2023, the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1533 approved the addition of the entries specified below to its Sanctions List of individuals and... more
1 year ago
UN.org
21 American troops injured in Iraq and Syria drone strikes
Following several drone strikes on bases housing U.S. troops in Iraq and Syria since Oct. 16, the Pentagon has been able to confirm the attacks injured 21 American... more
1 year ago
.Military Times
Unverified U.S. Leak: Israel Planning to 'Flood Hamas Tunnels With Nerve Gas Under U.S. Navy Supervision'
Palestinian resistance groups expect Israel to flood Hamas tunnels with nerve gas and chemical weapons under the surveillance of US Delta Force commandos as part of a surprise... more
1 year ago
.informationliberation
Instagram and Facebook ‘Flag’ IPTV Searches Over Piracy Concerns
Facebook and Instagram are trying to educate users on copyright infringement by showing a 'popup' to those who search for potentially problematic terms such as IPTV. This is... more
1 year ago
x.torrentfreak
Corporate report: UK Infrastructure Bank Annual Report and Accounts 2022-23
This is the UK Infrastructure Bank’s second Annual Report and Accounts.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
OFAC and FinCEN issue new sanctions and an alert related to Hamas
In the past week, both the Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) in the US Treasury Department and the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”) took steps related to... more
1 year ago
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - October 25, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
OFSI issues new UK legal services general licence for Russia & Belarus regimes
OFSI has issued a new Legal Services General Licence INT/2023/3744968 under the Russia and Belarus Regulations which will take effect following the expiry of Legal Services General Licence... more
1 year ago
At least 24 journalists have been killed in the war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza
At least 24 journalists are among the more than 6,000 people who have been killed in the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas, according to the latest tally... more
1 year ago
NPR
EU court annuls designation of de-listed Russian individual
Today, in Case T-386/22, the General Court of the EU has ordered the annulment of the listing of an individual, “QF”, who was originally designated by the EU... more
1 year ago
Pentagon rushes Marine Corps general, other advisers to Middle East
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Pentagon has sent military advisers, including a Marine Corps general versed in urban warfare, to Israel to aid in its war planning and is... more
1 year ago
.Military Times
Court of Justice annuls & suspends General Court orders in Mazepin case
In 2 judgments (Case-564/23 P(R), Case C-585/23 P(R)-R) on 28 and 29 September 2023 the Vice-President of the Court of Justice (the appellate court of the EU) cancelled... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
160/2023 : 25 October 2023 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-136/19
Bulgarian Energy Holding and Others v Commission Competition The General Court annuls the Commission Decision according to which the BEH Group abused its dominant position by refusing access to... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
BIS Strengthens Export Controls on Advanced Computing Items, Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment, and Supercomputing End-Uses to China and Other Countries of Concern
On October 17, 2023, the US Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (“BIS”) released two interim final rules (collectively, the “October 2023 IFRs” available here and... more
1 year ago
Canada Amends Iranian Sanctions Regulations: Renewing JCPOA Restrictions
On October 18, 2023, Canada announced further amendments to the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations (the “Regulations”) that came into effect on the same day. The amendments incorporate prohibitions that are set... more
1 year ago
Murder Warrant Issued for “Armed and Dangerous” Massachusetts Air Force Vet Suspected of Gunning Down Wife
A murder warrant has been issued for an “armed and dangerous” military veteran who’s accused of fatally shooting his wife in their family home this week. Aaron Pennington was... more
1 year ago
.ox-crime-news
EU amends Russia listing & updates list of economically critical goods
Today, the EU amended the Russia (targeted sanctions) listing for Irina Anatolievna Kostenko, correcting the identifying information (notice). The EU has published an updated version of the list... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Non-EU countries align with EU Russia & Nicaragua sanctions
Yesterday, the candidate countries North Macedonia, Montenegro, Albania, Ukraine, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and the EFTA countries Iceland and Liechtenstein, have aligned themselves with the EU’s addition of 5... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US DOJ files civil forfeiture complaint against superyacht owned by sanctioned individual
Yesterday, the US Department of Justice filed a civil forfeiture complaint in the Southern District of New York against a superyacht, the Amadea, reportedly worth more than $300... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - October 24, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
EU sets up Niger sanctions framework & renews Guinea sanctions
Yesterday, the EU set up a Niger sanctions framework sanctioning individuals and entities responsible for actions that threaten the peace, stability and security of Niger, undermine the constitutional order, democracy, the rule... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU Report on non-proliferation strategy, including use of sanctions & export controls
On 20 October 2023, the EU published the annual progress report on the implementation of the EU strategy against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, including an... more
1 year ago
China imposes export controls on graphite
China has imposed export controls on graphite, a material which is important in electric vehicle batteries, requiring companies to apply for a licence to export the material.  In... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Bond markets are being hit hard — and it's likely to impact you
There is a sharp sell-off in the bond market, and it has big implications on both the economy and people's pocketbooks. Yields on U.S. government bonds, especially the... more
1 year ago
NPR
US Government Issues Iran Ballistic Missile Procurement Advisory
On October 18, 2023, the US Departments of Commerce, State, Treasury, and Justice issued the Iran Ballistic Missile Procurement Advisory (the “Advisory”) to alert persons and businesses to... more
1 year ago
Speakers in Security Council Urge Fast Deployment of Support Mission, Renewed Sanctions to Combat Worsening Gang Violence in Haiti
Speakers in the Security Council today called for the swift deployment and integration of the Multinational Security Support Mission in Haiti, the enforcement of renewed sanctions, and broad... more
1 year ago
UN.org
US FinCEN alert to help identify Hamas funding streams
The US Treasury Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has issued an alert to assist financial institutions in identifying funding streams supporting Hamas, which is subject to extensive US... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US FinCen proposes regulation to enhance CVC mixing transparency to prevent sanctions evasion
The US Treasury, Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCen) has announced a Notice of Proposed Rule Making (NPRM) that identifies international convertible virtual currency mixing (CVC mixing) as a... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU renews Burundi & ISIL / Al-Qaeda sanctions regimes
Today, the EU renewed its Burundi and ISIL/Da’esh and Al-Qaeda sanctions regimes for 1 year until 31 October 2024 (press release, press release). Currently, the Burundi regime applies... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Global Coalition Renews Enforcement of Russian-Origin Oil Price Cap with Joint Advisory and Other Actions
On 12 October 2023, the Price Cap Coalition (Australia, Canada, the European Union, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States) renewed efforts to ensure... more
1 year ago
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - October 23, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
UN renews Haiti sanctions regime & amends listing
The UN Security Council has renewed for 1 year the Haiti sanctions regime, continuing a targeted arms embargo, travel bans, and asset freezes established in October 2022 to... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Guidance: Financial sanctions, Haiti
Haiti is currently subject to UK financial sanctions. This document contains the current list of designated persons.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Joint Statement: EU-UK Financial Regulatory Forum, October 2023
HM Treasury and European Commission joint statement on the first EU-UK Financial Regulatory Forum.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
OffshoreAlert Weekly Digest - October 21, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Security Council 2653 Sanctions Committee Amends One Entry on Its Sanctions List
On 20 October 2023, the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2653 enacted the amendments, specified with strikethrough and/or underline, in the entry below on its Sanctions... more
1 year ago
UN.org
OFAC designates associates of Milorad Dodik & Balkan list removal
Today, OFAC designated 2 individuals and 4 entities that form a core part of Republika Srpska (RS) President Milorad Dodik’s patronage network (according to the Treasury), who allegedly... more
1 year ago
OFSI amends Companies House general licence
Yesterday, OFSI amended General Licence INT/2023/3626884, which authorises permitted payments to Companies House, editing the definition of “permitted payments” to include the “the payment of late filing penalty... more
1 year ago
Balkans-related Designations and Designation Removal; Non-Proliferation Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - October 20, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
EU statistical update on dual-use export control licences for 2021
Yesterday, the European Commission published a statistical update on dual-use export control, providing licensing data for 2021, including: the total value of applications, €45.5 billion, and the controlled... more
1 year ago
US BIS expands export controls on semiconductors & designates PRC entities
The US Bureau of Industry & Security (BIS) has released a package of rules to update export controls on semiconductors and semiconductor manufacturing equipment and items that support... more
1 year ago
Kazakhstan bans re-exports of military-related technology to Russia
According to Andriy Yermak, the Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, Kazakhstan has “imposed a ban on the export to Russia of 106 types of... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Dubai-based shipping company sues UK law firm for complying with US Iran sanctions
Dubai-based shipping company, Virgo Marine has filed a lawsuit against Reed Smith’s UK entity in the UK High Court, claiming $20.7 million in damages. Reed Smith was acting... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
UK ECJU amends Export Control Order 2008
The Export Control (Amendment) (No 2) Regulations 2023 will come into force on 23 October 2023, amending the Export Control Order 2008 (notice): removing Syria from Part 2 of... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU infographic on impact of sanctions on Russian economy
The EU Council has created an infographic outlining the impact of sanctions on the Russian economy, including GDP, trade, fossil fuel revenues, and frozen assets. Key statistics include:... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Update on Venezuelan-US relations
1 year ago
Sanctions Insight
Singapore Court of Appeal hands down decision on sanctions clause in Letters of Credit
1 year ago
Sanctions Insight
Biden says support for Israel, Ukraine vital for U.S. security; will ask Congress for billions
U.S. President Joe Biden declared it is “vital for America's national security” for Israel and Ukraine to succeed in their wars, making the case Thursday night for deepening... more
1 year ago
x.JT
Canada removes 41 diplomats from India after New Delhi threatens to revoke their immunity
Canada’s foreign minister said Thursday that 41 of the country's diplomats have been removed from India after the Indian government said it would revoke their diplomatic immunity. The... more
1 year ago
x.JT
Canada Imposes Additional Sanctions Against Russia Collaborators in Moldova
On October 17, 2023, Canada announced amendments to the Special Economic Measures (Moldova) Regulations (the “Regulations”) sanctioning Russian collaborators in Moldova. The amendments list an additional nine individuals and six... more
1 year ago
More than 300 arrested in Capitol Hill protest urging cease-fire in Israel-Hamas war
More than 300 people were arrested for illegally demonstrating and three people were charged with assaulting police after protesters descended on Capitol Hill to call for a cease-fire... more
1 year ago
x.JT
Security Council Renews Sanctions Regime, Targeted Arms Embargo on Haiti for One Year, Unanimously Adopting Resolution 2700 (2023)
The Security Council today authorized the renewal for one year of the sanctions regime on Haiti, continuing a targeted arms embargo, travel ban and asset freeze established in... more
1 year ago
UN.org
US BIS accepting requests for emergency Israel EAR licenses
The US Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) is accepting requests for emergency licences to expedite the flow of defence materials (subject to the EAR)... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Transparency data: HM Treasury Senior Officials' Travel Expenses, Hospitality and the Permanent Secretaries Meetings with External Organisations: April to June 2023
Travel and hospitality used by HM Treasury senior officials at Senior Civil Service 2 (or equivalent) and above.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
EU court rejects 2 applications for delisting from Belarusian companies
Yesterday in Case T-532/21 and Case T-533/21 the General Court of the EU rejected the applications for delisting from the EU’s Belarus sanctions regime by Minsk Automobile Plant... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Singapore Court of Appeal hands down decision on sanctions clause in Letters of Credit
1 year ago
Sanctions Insight
'Russia Will Pay The Price' Israeli Official Amir Weitmann Threatens Russia is Next After Gaza
Amir Weitmann of Israel's ruling Likud Party threatened Russia that Israel will come after them once their war with Gaza is over for supporting Hamas "Nazis" who "beheaded... more
1 year ago
.informationliberation
Policy paper: EM on Windsor Framework customs arrangements
The government's summary of simplified customs formalities introduced for trade between Great Britain and Northern Ireland under the Windsor Framework.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HMT ministers' meetings, hospitality, gifts and overseas travel: 1 April to 30 June 2023
Ministers' meetings, hospitality, gifts and overseas travel.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: Treasury: special advisers’ gifts, hospitality and meetings, April to June 2023
This document details hospitality received by HMT special advisers worth more than £140.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HM Treasury business appointment rules advice April to June 2023
This page summarises advice given under the business appointment rules to applicants at SCS2 and SCS1 level and equivalents.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Correspondence: DAO 05/23 – Government Funds to Meet Specific Liabilities
'Dear Accounting Officer' (DAO) The letter provides further detail on the approach for funding specific liabilities and to take appropriate action as necessary.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Lords European Affairs Committee hears evidence on UK Russia sanctions
The House of Lords European Affairs Committee is hearing evidence on sanctions for its inquiry launched on 5 September 2023 (previous post) into the implications of Russia’s invasion... more
1 year ago
U.S. journalist detained in Russia after visiting for family emergency
Russia has detained an editor at U.S.-funded Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) for failing to register as a foreign agent while visiting for a family emergency, the broadcaster... more
1 year ago
.cbc
Report: Peter Thiel Was An FBI Informant
In the summer of 2021, Insider has learned, [Peter] Thiel began providing information as a "confidential human source," or CHS, to Johnathan Buma, a Los Angeles-based FBI agent... more
1 year ago
.informationliberation
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - October 19, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
OFAC eases Venezuela sanctions
In response to the “democratic developments”, the signing of an electoral roadmap agreement between  Venezuela’s Unitary Platform (the opposition political alliance) and representatives of President Nicolás Maduro, OFAC... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Guidance: UK financial sanctions guidance
Guidance and webinars to help you understand how to comply with UK financial sanctions.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions
US Iran ballistic missile advisory & designations
Yesterday, the US Departments of Commerce, State, Treasury, and Justice issued the Iran Ballistic Missile Procurement Advisory, which includes a summary of the relevant US sanctions and export... more
1 year ago
Webinar with UK Government on ownership / control – 22nd November 11am
We will be hosting a webinar to discuss ownership and control in UK sanctions (the test for determining which entities are “controlled” by designated persons and therefore subject... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
News story: New Non-Executive Director appointments to the Board of UK Government Investments
Andy Halford, Dr Vanessa Lawrence CB, and Iain Mackay join the Board of UK Government Investments as Non-Executive Directors.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Al Jazeera 'Finds No Grounds For Israeli Army's Claim Gaza Baptist Hospital Strike Was a Failed Rocket Launch'
Al Jazeera, whose footage was cited by Israel to claim a failed rocket launch by Gaza fighters caused the al-Ahli Baptist hospital explosion, did their own investigation into... more
1 year ago
.informationliberation
159/2023 : 19 October 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-655/21
G. ST. T. Approximation of laws A custodial sentence of a minimum of five years for trade mark infringement may prove to be disproportionate... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
158/2023 : 19 October 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-660/20
Lufthansa CityLine Working time: schemes for obtaining increased remuneration when exceeding a certain number of working hours must not place part-time workers at a disadvantage... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Update on Venezuelan-US relations
1 year ago
Sanctions Insight
US Broadly Eases Venezuela Oil Sanctions After Election Deal
WASHINGTON — The Biden administration on Wednesday broadly eased sanctions on Venezuela's oil sector in response to a deal reached between the government and opposition parties for the... more
1 year ago
.voanews
Issuance of Venezuela-related General Licenses and Associated Frequently Asked Questions
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Venezuela-related General License 3I, General License 5M, General License 9H, General License 43, General License... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Kakao CIO arrested for alleged share rigging in takeover battle for K-pop agency SM Entertainment.
SEOUL - South Korean authorities arrested Kakao’s chief investment officer (CIO) for alleged stock price manipulation in a high-profile takeover battle over K-pop agency SM Entertainment. Bae Jae-hyun... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
Security Council Sanctions Committee Concerning South Sudan Meets Special Representative of Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict
During its informal consultations held on 10 October 2023, the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2206 (2015) concerning South Sudan was briefed by Virginia Gamba, Special... more
1 year ago
UN.org
US sanctions Hamas operatives and financial facilitators
OFAC has today announced sanctions on 10 “key Hamas terrorist group members, operatives, and financial facilitators in Gaza and elsewhere including Sudan, Türkiye, Algeria, and Qatar”.  The press... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Australia reimposes targeted sanctions on Iran
Australia has reimposed targeted financial sanctions and travel bans on 19 Iranian people and 57 entities for their role in Iran’s nuclear and missile programs. These sanctions were... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Ex-Navy IT head Marquis Hooper gets 5 years for selling people’s data on darkweb
Marquis Hooper, a former U.S. Navy IT manager, has received a sentence of five years and five months in prison for illegally obtaining US citizens' personally identifiable information... more
1 year ago
bleepingcomputer
Canada sanctions Moldovan individuals and TV stations
Canada issued a statement yesterday (17 October 2023) saying it will be targeting 9 Moldovan individuals and 6 TV stations in Russia-related sanctions, due to their association with... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Iran-related Designations; Non-Proliferation Designations; Russia-related Designation Update; North Korea Designation Removal; Publication of Iran Ballistic Missile Procurement Advisory
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing an Iran Ballistic Missile Procurement Advisory. The following additions, removals, and changes have been made... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
UK guidance on communication interception sanctions
The UK has published guidance on the interception and monitoring prohibitions in UK sanctions on Russia, Belarus, Myanmar (Burma), Iran, Syria and Venezuela. This guidance relates to the meaning of 14 terms used in the... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Hacker leaks millions of new 23andMe genetic data profiles
A hacker has leaked an additional 4.1 million stolen 23andMe genetic data profiles for people in Great Britain and Germany on a hacking forum. Earlier this month, a... more
1 year ago
bleepingcomputer
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - October 18, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Israel suspends defense sales to Colombia
SANTIAGO, Chile — The Israeli government has suspended all sales and supplies of defense and security hardware and related services to Colombia. The move followed a heated exchange... more
1 year ago
Defense News
Guidance: Financial sanctions, Iran relating to nuclear weapons
This page contains the list of asset freeze targets, listed because of proliferation-related activity in Iran. It also contains information on regulations.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Financial sanctions, Iran relating to nuclear weapons
This page contains the list of asset freeze targets, listed because of proliferation-related activity in Iran. It also contains information on regulations.... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
RSC calls on UK government to take action on PFAS levels in tap water
The Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) is calling on the UK government to reduce the current cap on individual per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water from... more
1 year ago
chemistryworld
Official Statistics: Forecasts for the UK economy: October 2023
A comparison of independent forecasts for the UK economy in October 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
157/2023 : 18 October 2023 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-402/20
Zippo Manufacturing and Others v Commission Commercial policy The General Court annuls the additional customs duties on certain lighters from the United States... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Chair of Somalia Sanctions Committee Briefs Security Council on Meetings concerning Humanitarian Assistance, Weapons Management, Charcoal Ban
The Security Council entity overseeing sanctions on Somalia recently met twice for informal discussions on delivery of humanitarian assistance, maritime security, countering terrorism financing, security, and weapons and... more
1 year ago
UN.org
Australia/UN Libya sanctions updates
The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade has given notice to 17 people and 8 entities that they will be considering whether their listings under regulation 6... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU maintains Iran sanctions on JCPOA Transition Day
On Transition Day tomorrow, (18 October 2023), and as stated in the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPoA), the EU has maintained its Iran sanctions under Decision (CFSP)... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - October 17, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Call for evidence outcome: Fairness in government debt management: a call for evidence
The government is seeking evidence on how debt management practices can be improved and most effectively manage debts stemming from fraudulent activity.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Fairness Group Joint Public Statement
The Fairness Group Joint Public Statement sets out how government will work with the advice sector to support vulnerable people and those in financial hardship.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Belgium to send tax collected on frozen Russian assets to Ukraine
Belgium will reportedly create a €1.7 billion fund for Ukraine financed by tax revenue from the interest earned by Belgian entities on frozen Russian assets. Belgium holds about... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Transparency data: Trade Specialised Committee on Administrative Co-operation in VAT and Recovery of Taxes and Duties third meeting
Publications about this committee's third meeting, due to take place in London on 19 October 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
US BIS updates general export authorisations to South Korean entities
The US Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has updated the general authorisations for South Korean companies, Samsung and SK Hynix for their semiconductor fabrication... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
UK SRA annual AML report outlines sanctions issues
The UK Solicitors Regulation Authority has published its annual AML report, which includes a section on sanctions, outlining: the concern that 26% of AML policies reviewed failed to... more
1 year ago
Germany to establish new AML and sanctions agency
The German federal government has approved a new law to set up the Federal Office to Combat Financial Crime (BBF) as the new comprehensive authority on AML and... more
1 year ago
Pharmaceutical Production Manager Sentenced in Counterfeit Drug Trafficking Conspiracy
U.S. Attorney’s Office Eastern District of Florida FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, October 12, 2023  BEAUMONT, Texas – A Houston man who served as a production manager in a... more
1 year ago
FDA Criminal Investigations
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - October 16, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
UK FCDO statement on control following Mints judgment
The UK Foreign Commonwealth & Development Office today published a statement by e-alert following the Court of Appeal judgment in Mints v PJSC National Bank (previous post), saying... more
1 year ago
Transparency data: CCP Resolution Liaison Panel minutes 2023
A collection of the CCP Resolution Liaison Panel's minutes from 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
156/2023 : 16 October 2023 - Order of the Court of Justice in Case C-761/22
Verband Wirtschaft im Wettbewerb Energy Advertisements for ovens and range hoods must make reference both to the energy efficiency class of those products and to the range of... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
What Google’s antitrust trial means for search
If government regulators prevail against Google in the biggest U.S. antitrust trial in a quarter century, it's likely to unleash drastic changes that will undermine the dominance of... more
1 year ago
x.JT
Palestinians in Gaza struggle to follow Israeli evacuation order and face dire water shortage
Palestinians struggled Saturday to flee from areas of Gaza targeted by the Israeli military while grappling with a growing water and medical supply shortage ahead of an expected... more
1 year ago
x.JT
OffshoreAlert Weekly Digest - October 14, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Doctors Without Borders: MSF calls on the Israeli authorities to show humanity
Gaza - As the ultimatum given to the population expires, MSF calls on the Israeli authorities to show humanity. Despite Israeli announcements suggesting that there are safe areas... more
1 year ago
.MSF
Jewish Communities Ramp Up Security
Jewish communities in North America are ramping up security in the face of rising emotions over the massacre of Jews in Israel and the imminent invasion of Gaza,... more
1 year ago
.voanews
23andMe hit with lawsuits after hacker leaks stolen genetics data
Genetic testing provider 23andMe faces multiple class action lawsuits in the U.S. following a large-scale data breach that is believed to have impacted millions of its customers. Late... more
1 year ago
bleepingcomputer
Dutch prosecutor imposes fines for breach of EU Russia sanctions re Crimea bridge
The Dutch prosecutor has reportedly imposed fines (between € 5,000 and €100,000) on 4 companies and community service (between 20 and 60 hours) on 8 people for breaching... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - October 13, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Press release: PM accelerates military support to Northern Europe following visit to Sweden
The Prime Minister has vowed to step up the UK’s presence in Northern Europe, deepen cooperation on tackling hybrid threats and protect Critical National Infrastructure with Joint Expeditionary... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
OFSI Amends UK General License permitting payments to energy companies for DPs
OFSI has amended General Licence INT/2022/2300292 (Payment to Energy Companies for Gas and/or Electricity). The amendment extends the duration of the General Licence  (there is no longer an... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Policy paper: World Bank 108th Development Committee Meeting: UK Governor's statement
This document is the UK Governor’s statement to the World Bank’s 108th Development Committee meeting on 12 October 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Press release: UK announces new support to Morocco following earthquake
UK is supporting Morocco with a contribution of up to £1.45 million to support Moroccan–led recovery following last month’s earthquake.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
French police use teargas on banned pro-Palestinian rally as Macron calls for calm
[caption id="attachment_180381" align="aligncenter" width="650"] Protestors hold Palestinian flags during an unauthorized demonstration in support of Palestinians, as part of the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist... more
1 year ago
x.JT
EU is formally investigating X over content about the Israel-Hamas war
As a ‘very large platform’ under the EU’s new Digital Services Act, X is required to respond by next week and could face massive penalties. The European Union... more
1 year ago
xBROKEN-theverge
Price Cap Coalition issues advisory and US designates entities that carried Russian oil above price cap
The Price Cap Coalition (Australia, Canada, the EU, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the UK, and the US) today issued a Maritime Safety Advisory (statement) to provide recommendations concerning... more
1 year ago
UK Court of Appeal grants anti-suit injunction preventing Russian proceedings in sanctions case
The Court of Appeal yesterday allowed an appeal by Deutsche Bank and granted an anti-suit injunction against the proceedings brought by RCA in Russia. The dispute was about... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - October 12, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Russia-related Designations; Publication of Maritime Oil Industry Advisory; Issuance of Russia-related General License
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing a Maritime Oil Industry Advisory. Additionally, OFAC is issuing Russia-related General License 73, "Authorizing Limited... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Guidance: G7+ Coalition issue strong statement on Russian maritime oil trade
The United Kingdom and G7+ Coalition partners announce renewed efforts to support compliance and enforcement of the Russian Oil Price Cap.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Doctors Without Borders: Indiscriminate violence and the collective punishment of Gaza must cease
“In Ministry of Health hospitals, medical staff report that they are running out of anaesthetics and painkillers,” says Darwin Diaz, MSF Medical Coordinator in Gaza. “On the MSF... more
1 year ago
.MSF
News story: Chancellor Jeremy Hunt in Marrakech for IMF Annual Meetings
The Chancellor will attend key multilateral meetings, as well as hold talks with economic partners from around the world... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
155/2023 : 12 October 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-286/22
KBC Verzekeringen Approximation of laws An electric bicycle is not covered by the obligation to insure motor vehicles because it is not propelled exclusively by mechanical power... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Canada: Trade Outlook – Fall 2023 Trade & Customs compliance outlook (Video Chat)
2023 has proven to be another dynamic year under the Government of Canada's trade agenda, which showed no signs of slowing over the summer. From May to August... more
1 year ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
US DDTC issues ITAR export control compliance risk matrix
The US State Department Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) has published a compliance risk matrix for the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). It provides assistance to... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Switzerland designates Russian broadcasters in line with EU
Yesterday, Switzerland added 5 Russian broadcasters to its sanctions list in line with the coming into force of the EU’s measures last month (notice, previous post). The designated... more
1 year ago
OFAC Establishes New Humanitarian Channel in Qatar
On September 18, 2023, the United States Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) established a new humanitarian channel (“HC”) in Qatar to facilitate the... more
1 year ago
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - October 11, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
US bill would impose sanctions on entities developing foreign spyware
5 US congressman have introduced a bipartisan bill to impose sanctions against people and entities engaged in the proliferation or use of foreign commercial spyware (press release).  The... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
News story: Chief Secretary hosts AI meeting to boost public sector productivity
John Glen spoke to experts in artificial intelligence to discuss the technology’s potential... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
EU establishes new Sudan sanctions framework
The EU has established a new Sudan sanctions framework imposing asset freezes on people and entities engaging in actions that threaten the peace, stability or security of Sudan,... more
1 year ago
US Rushes ‘Smart’ Bombs to Israel as Hamas Holds Dozens Hostage
Boeing has begun delivering smart munitions to Israel as the country intensifies retaliation in the wake of Hamas’ large-scale surprise attack. An Israeli Air Force transport aircraft recently... more
1 year ago
x.defensepost
Amazon sellers say they made a good living — until Amazon figured it out
Suavecito was the first product that Douglas Mrdeza listed to sell on Amazon back in 2014. He had ordered a bit too much of the specialty hair pomade... more
1 year ago
NPR
Israel’s Intelligence Failure
Hamas’s devastating terrorist attack against Israel has unleashed the most violent and serious conflict the country has seen in half a century. Already, at least 1,000 Israelis (and... more
1 year ago
.foreignaffairs
Press release: Major new package of support for Ukraine's counter-offensive announced by Grant Shapps
The Defence Secretary will today announce a new package of support for Ukraine and the signing of further air defence contracts, procured through the International Fund for Ukraine.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Press release: Major new package of support for Ukraine's counter-offensive announced by Defence Secretary Grant Shapps
The Defence Secretary will today announce a new package of support for Ukraine and the signing of further air defence contracts, procured through the International Fund for Ukraine.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Amendments to the Valuation for Duty Regulations, Industry Comments Published
In May 2023, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) introduced amendments (Amendments) to the Valuation for Duty Regulations which, if passed, would alter existing Canadian customs valuation rules.... more
1 year ago
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - October 10, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
EU amendments/renewals: Iran, Nicaragua, and chemical weapons
Yesterday, the EU: amended the listing of Iran Composites, adding an alternative name for the entity, “Composites Research Laboratory” (regulation, decision); renewed sanctions against Nicaragua until 15 October... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Air Europa data breach: Customers warned to cancel credit cards
Spanish airline Air Europa, the country's third-largest airline and a member of the SkyTeam alliance, warned customers on Monday to cancel their credit cards after attackers accessed their... more
1 year ago
bleepingcomputer
OFSI extends and amends UK Russia prior obligations general licence
Today, OFSI extended General Licence INT/2023/3024200 (notice) for a further 6 months, until 21 May 2024.  The GL permits UK persons who are owed funds or economic resources... more
1 year ago
US BIS renews TDOs against Russian airlines
BIS has renewed the TDOs against 5 Russian airlines, Aviastar-TU (notice), URAL Airlines JSC (notice), Azur Air (notice), UTair Aviation JSC (notice), and PJSC Aeroflot (notice). A TDO... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
News story: Michèle Dix appointed to the National Infrastructure Commission
The Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has appointed Michèle Dix CBE – a former managing director of Crossrail 2 and director of planning at Transport for London – to the... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Telecommunications consultant pleads guilty to violating US Iran sanctions
California-based telecommunications consultant, Farhad Nafeiy, has pleaded guilty to violating US sanctions on Iran by providing approximately $400,000 worth of software upgrades to telecommunications equipment in Iran (press... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - October 9, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
US BIS lists PRC entities for providing support to Russia’s military
The US’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has added 49 entities to the Entity List for providing support to Russia’s military and/or defence industrial base, 42 of... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Should Walmart be data-mining your Ozempic prescriptions?
Data protection laws limit how pharmacy data is used — but Walmart is apparently running market research with ‘anonymized’ details. Last week, Walmart made headlines with a claim... more
1 year ago
xBROKEN-theverge
Cyberattacks Slam Israel After Hamas Surprise Assault
Israel has incurred several cyberattacks following the large-scale surprise attack by Palestinian militant group Hamas. Among the recorded incidents was an attack on the country’s services and government... more
1 year ago
x.defensepost
Israeli central bank to sell $41b of foreign currency to stabilise shekel amid Gaza war
JERUSALEM – The Bank of Israel said on Monday it will sell up to US$30 billion (S$41 billion) of foreign currency in the open market, in the central... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
MGM didn’t pay up after hackers broke into its system and stole customer data
The Wall Street Journal wrote on Thursday that MGM Resorts International didn’t pay the ransomware attackers who broke into its systems last month, forcing the company to shut... more
1 year ago
xBROKEN-theverge
The Epic v. Google witness list: Andy Rubin, Sundar Pichai, and more to testify
It’s been almost 10 months since a trial date was set in Epic’s antitrust lawsuit against Google, and with all of the other big tech cases going on... more
1 year ago
xBROKEN-theverge
Reddit Sees Copyright Takedowns Peak While Subreddit Bans Drop
Reddit's latest transparency report shows a modest increase in DMCA takedown notices. The number of copyright infringement-related user- and subreddit bans has declined, however. The latest data follows... more
1 year ago
x.torrentfreak
OffshoreAlert Weekly Digest - October 7, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Israel and Gaza at War After Hamas Launches Surprise Attack
Palestinian militant group Hamas launched a large-scale surprise attack against Israel on Saturday, firing thousands of rockets from Gaza and sending fighters to kill or abduct people as Israel retaliated with devastating air strikes. At least 70 people were... more
1 year ago
x.defensepost
Canadian Woman Repatriated From Syria Charged With Terrorism 
Ottawa, Ontario — A Canadian woman allegedly linked to Islamic State jihadis who was repatriated from a camp in Syria six months ago has been charged with participating... more
1 year ago
.voanews
UK Court of Appeal judgment in Bank Otkritie v Mints; UK sanctions don’t prevent civil claim by designated person & control test is broad
In 2019, PJSC National Bank Trust & Bank Otkritie brought proceedings claiming that the defendants conspired with representatives of the banks to enter into uncommercial transactions with companies... more
1 year ago
FinCEN Publishes Analysis Identifying Trends Related to Suspected Evasion of Russia-related Export Controls
On September 8, 2023, the US Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”) published a Financial Trend Analysis (“FTA”) highlighting trends related to suspected evasion of... more
1 year ago
OFSI issues Companies House general licence
Today, OFSI issued General Licence INT/2023/3626884, which permits UK designated persons (and those acting on their behalf) to make the payments below to Companies House: the payment of... more
1 year ago
UN delists former member of Saddam Hussein administration
Yesterday, the UN Iraq Sanctions Committee removed Walid Hamid Tawfiq al-Tikriti, former governor of Basra, and member of Saddam Hussein’s administration, from its sanctions list (press release). The... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - October 6, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
BIS rejects appeals related to export denial order
In June 2022, BIS issued a temporary denial order (TDO) against Russian airline, Nordwind (previous post).  Upon the second renewal of the TDO on 15 June 2023, BIS... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU Parliament calls for sanctions on Azerbaijan
In a resolution adopted yesterday, the EU Parliament called for targeted sanctions on Azeri officials responsible for ceasefire violations and human rights abuses in Nagorno-Karabakh (press release). MEPs... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Blog Series: Sanctions Enforcement Around the World – Five Eyes Partners Issue Joint Guidance on Countering Russia Evasion and BIS Issues Additional Guidance
On 26 September 2023, the US Bureau of Industry and Security (“BIS”) announced that the “Five Eyes” countries (Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United... more
1 year ago
Nabrdalik v Poland
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Policy paper: Record of Financial Stability Report meetings
Records of the meetings between the Chancellor of the Exchequer and Governor of the Bank of England on the Bank's Financial Stability Report.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
MGM Resorts ransomware attack led to $100 million loss, data theft
MGM Resorts reveals that last month's cyberattack cost the company $100 million and allowed the hackers to steal customers' personal information. The hospitality and entertainment giant disclosed a cybersecurity... more
1 year ago
bleepingcomputer
Israeli President Targeted by Cyber Attack
The Telegram channel of Israeli President Isaac Herzog was briefly hacked before being “very swiftly” restored, his spokesman said on Thursday. The breach on Wednesday evening was thought... more
1 year ago
x.defensepost
Security Council 1518 Sanctions Committee Removes One Entry from Its Sanctions List
On 5 October 2023, the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1518 (2003) removed the following entry from its Sanctions List of individuals and entities.... more
1 year ago
UN.org
Italian official warns of war fatigue, limited resources for Ukraine
  The Italian government is running out of military equipment to send to Ukraine, just as domestic public opinion loses interest in supporting Kyiv, Italy’s defense minister said... more
1 year ago
Defense News
U.S. shoots down armed drone flown by NATO ally Turkey
An American F-16 shot down an armed Turkish drone after it flew close to U.S. forces in northeast Syria and ignored warnings to stay away. Officials said it... more
1 year ago
NPR
News story: Emissions scheme to reduce sale of carbon allowances on path to net zero
Tighter emission limits for industries under the UK Emissions Trading Scheme, as the 2024 carbon allowance auction calendar is published.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Italian court refers sanctions and trusts issue to EU court
The applicant companies are wholly owned by a Bermudan company which is held in a Bermudan trust.  The settlor of that trust was sanctioned by the EU on... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - October 5, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Guidance: The Aqua Book: guidance on producing quality analysis for government
Guidance for producing quality analysis for government.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
WTO trade report 2023 on world impact of sanctions & export controls
The WTO’s Trade Report 2023 discusses the impact of sanctions & export controls on trade. It says the share of global trade affected by trade sanctions has increased... more
1 year ago
President of Metalhouse pleads guilty to sanctions violations
John Can Unsalan, US national president of Metalhouse LLC, has pleaded guilty this week to engaging in a conspiracy to commit money laundering to promote violations of US... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US transfers seized Iranian munitions to Ukraine
In December 2022, the US seized munitions which were being transferred from Iran to the Houthis in Yemen in violation of the arms embargo imposed by UNSC Resolution... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU to create new Sudan sanctions framework
The EU currently has a Sudan sanctions framework which implements the UN arms embargo and imposes asset freezes and travel bans on those individuals who “impede the peace... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Popular “AI Hub” Discord Taken Down Following Copyright Complaints
In just a few months, "AI Hub" became a massively popular Discord server with over half a million members. While copyright infringement was strictly forbidden, not all users... more
1 year ago
x.torrentfreak
154/2023 : 5 October 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-565/22
Sofatutor Approximation of laws The consumer’s right to withdraw from an initially free and automatically extended subscription made via distance contract is guaranteed only once... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
FCA calls on insurers to take action as it publishes latest fair value data
In letters sent to all insurance firms, the regulator reminded them of its expectations to make sure they’re checking their products are providing fair value to their customers.... more
1 year ago
.fca
FCA sets out initial findings on bank account access and closures
The information supplied by banks, building societies and payment companies suggests that no firm closed an account between July 2022 and June 2023 primarily because of a customer’s... more
1 year ago
.fca
News story: Intelligence shows Russia may target Black Sea civilian shipping
Intelligence reveals Russia may use sea mines to target civilian shipping in the Black Sea.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Press release: Intelligence shows Russia may target Black Sea civilian shipping
Intelligence reveals Russia may use sea mines to target civilian shipping in the Black Sea to deter the export of Ukrainian grain.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Biden suggests he has path around Congress to get more aid to Ukraine
Facing a likely roadblock from House Republicans on aid for Ukraine, President Joe Biden said Wednesday he’s planning to give a major speech on the issue and suggested... more
1 year ago
x.JT
OFAC designates China-based illicit drugs network
Yesterday, OFAC designated 28 individuals and entities involved with the international proliferation of illicit drugs, including a China-based network responsible for the manufacturing and distribution of fentanyl, methamphetamine,... more
1 year ago
OFSI outreach satisfaction survey
OFSI have shared an anonymous outreach satisfaction survey asking industry to provide feedback on the following topics: emails you receive from OFSI; useful topics for OFSI to engage... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Damen Shipyards sues Dutch government over Russia sanctions
Dutch shipbuilder, Damen Shipyards, has reportedly sued the Dutch government over damages it claims it suffered due to EU sanctions against Russia.  A company spokesman said that Damen... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - October 4, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Speech: The UK believes media freedom is essential to democracy, and democracy to media freedom.
At the Warsaw Human Dimension Conference 2023, the UK called for accountability on behalf of persecuted Ukrainian, Russian, and Belarussian journalists and human rights activists.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Warning: 100,000 industrial control systems exposed online
About 100,000 industrial control systems (ICS) were found on the public web, exposed to attackers probing them for vulnerabilities and at risk of unauthorized access. Among them are power... more
1 year ago
bleepingcomputer
Google Accused Of Secretly Altering Search Queries To Drive More Ads And Sales
I know many of you have heard this before, but Cory Doctorow’s “enshittification” concept is such a useful framework to think about things: first, companies are good to... more
1 year ago
x.techdirt
Singapore court judgment on sanctions clause in banking contract
The Singapore Court of Appeal (the upper division of the Supreme Court) has given judgment (summary) for Kuvera Resources (a coal trader) holding that JPMorgan could not rely... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Russia foils major Ukraine drone attack amid concerns on Kyiv supplies
Russian air defenses shot down 31 Ukrainian drones during a concerted nighttime attack by Kyiv’s forces on border regions, the country’s Defense Ministry said Wednesday, as uncertainty grew... more
1 year ago
.Military Times
Nancy Pelosi says the interim House speaker asked her to vacate her Capitol office
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi accused the new interim speaker, Patrick McHenry, of ordering her to vacate her workspace in the U.S. Capitol building on Tuesday, just hours... more
1 year ago
NPR
Research: UK official holdings of international reserves: September 2023
This release details movements in the international reserves of gold and assets held by the UK Government.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
153/2023 : 4 October 2023 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-77/20
Ascenza Agro and Industrias Afrasa v Commission Agriculture and fisheries The General Court dismisses the action against the non-renewal of the approval of the active substance chlorpyrifos-methyl, used... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Fall 2023 Canadian Trade & Customs Outlook: Economic Sanctions and Export Controls Compliance
2023 has proven to be another dynamic year under the Government of Canada’s trade agenda, which showed no signs of slowing over the summer. From May to August... more
1 year ago
Speech: The UK is committed to promoting democracy and defending democratic freedoms
At the Warsaw Human Dimension Conference 2023, Ambassador Neil Holland says that inclusive, democratic and accountable institutions are the key building blocks for secure and prosperous states.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - October 3, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
India Orders Canada to Remove Diplomats
India has ordered Canada to remove 41 of its 62 diplomats in the country, a Canadian official, speaking on the condition of anonymity, said Tuesday.Tuesday's action by India,... more
1 year ago
.voanews
Switzerland adds to Russia sanctions guidance on iron and steel ban
Yesterday, Switzerland added guidance identifying the documents which will be considered sufficient “proof of the country of origin” for iron and steel products and explains in which cases... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Policy paper: EM on a TCA Specialised Committee decision (12523/23, COM(23)504)
The government's summary of a UK/EU TCA Administrative Cooperation in VAT and Recovery of Taxes and Duty Specialised Committee decision.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
EU adds Russia FAQs on iron and steel ban and updates Russia FAQs on dual-use goods
Yesterday, the EU added 11 FAQs on the prohibition on imports of iron and steel products processed in third countries which incorporate iron and steel inputs from Russia. ... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Guidance: Government Social Research Degree Apprenticeship Programme
The GSRDAP is in development as a four-year apprenticeship programme which offers a first of its kind opportunity to gain real working experience while studying for an undergraduate... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
National Statistics: GDP deflators at market prices, and money GDP September 2023 (Quarterly National Accounts)
This document contains the latest gross domestic product (GDP) deflators. The GDP deflator can be viewed as a measure of general inflation in the domestic economy.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - October 2, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Policy paper: Payment service contract termination rule changes: implementation, timings, and next steps
A policy statement updating on the government’s plans to reform rules relating to payment service contract terminations.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: End to Civil Service expansion and review of equality and diversity spending announced in productivity drive
The Chancellor has today, 2 October 2023, announced an immediate cap on civil servant headcount across Whitehall to stop any further expansion, increase efficiencies and boost productivity.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: Tougher rules to stamp out debanking
Changes to the rules which determine whether a bank can operate – known as Threshold Conditions - will ensure banks are upholding their current legal duties to protect... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: Chancellor announces major increase to National Living Wage
The National Living Wage will rise to two-thirds of average earnings, the Chancellor announced today (Monday 2 October).... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
OFSI issues Correspondent Banking Payments General Licence
OFSI have issued General licence – INT/2023/3566356 (notice), which provides certainty that a credit or financial institution may return a payment to another credit or financial institution, which... more
1 year ago
UK adds divestment licensing grounds to Russia guidance
The UK has updated its Russia guidance to add additional licencing grounds for the purpose of divestment from Russia. A licence may be granted for the activities below... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
BIS guidance on Russia high-priority items
BIS has published new best practice guidance for industry to help prevent items that are considered the most significant to Russian weaponry requirements from being diverted for use... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Canada's Sikhs Grateful, and Afraid, After Trudeau's India Allegations
OTTAWA — Canadian Sikhs are grateful to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for giving voice to their fears and standing up to India at the risk of a severe... more
1 year ago
.voanews
OffshoreAlert Weekly Digest - September 30, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Guidance: General Licence Correspondent Banking Payments INT/2023/3566356
Details for OFSI Correspondent Banking Payments licence... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
OFAC designates Sudanese actors for undermining peace
Yesterday, OFAC designated 1 individual and 2 entities for undermining Sudan’s efforts to establish civilian, democratic governance (press release, notice): Ali Karti, was the Minister of Foreign Affairs... more
1 year ago
Policy paper: Joint statement on the UK-U.S. Financial Regulatory Working Group meeting
HM Treasury and US Treasury joint statement on the eighth official meeting of the UK-US Financial Regulatory Working Group.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - September 29, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
UK designates Russian officials involved in Ukraine sham elections
 Today, the UK designated 1 entity and 10 individuals “in response to Russia’s attempts to use sham elections to legitimise its illegal control of Crimea, Luhansk, Kherson, Zaporizhzhia, and Donetsk” (press release, notice): Oleg... more
1 year ago
EU Russia broadcast ban to be extended
From 1 October 2023, Article 2f of Regulation (EU) No 833/2014 shall apply to the added entities in Annex IV to Regulation (EU) 2023/1214, which prohibits operators to broadcast or to... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Global: Post-Acquisition Integration Handbook
This is the 20th anniversary edition of the Global Post-Acquisition Integration Handbook, which since its first publication in 2003 has served as a practical reference tool for any... more
1 year ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Press release: UK announces new sanctions in response to Russian sham elections in Ukraine
Latest sanctions package holds those who would undermine Ukraine's sovereignty to account.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
News story: Treasury minister visits North East businesses
The Financial Secretary, Victoria Atkins MP, visited NETPark on 29 September to see how businesses are using full-expensing and R&D tax relief to help them grow.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
UK amends sanctions listings (Russia and counter-terrorism)
The FCDO has updated: the personal details for Alexey Kozlov’s listing on the Russia sanctions list (notice); and the personal details for the listings of 3 individuals on... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
152/2023 : 29 September 2023 - Information
Information... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Microsoft breach led to theft of 60,000 US State Dept emails
Chinese hackers reportedly stole tens of thousands of emails from U.S. State Department accounts after breaching Microsoft's cloud-based Exchange email platform in May. During a recent Senate staff briefing,... more
1 year ago
bleepingcomputer
Russia bans entry to 23 British individuals
Yesterday, the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs added 23 British individuals to its “stop list”, banning their entry into Russia (press release).  The full list of names was... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFAC transnational procurement network for Iran’s UAV programme
Yesterday, OFAC designated 5 entities and 2 individuals involved in the procurement of sensitive parts for Iran’s one-way attack unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) programme (notice, press release). According... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Sudan Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - September 28, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
FATF report on Luxembourg AML/CFT and sanctions measures
Yesterday, FATF published a report on Luxembourg’s anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing (AML/CFT) framework and the use of targeted financial sanctions (TFS) to implement this framework (full report,... more
1 year ago
New financial sanctions list goes live in Poland
Poland is an EU member state that follows a dual sanctions regime. This member state enforces EU sanctions, in addition to enforcing national sanctions that go beyond them. ... more
1 year ago
US Liberia visa restriction policy
Yesterday, the US Department of State announced a Liberia visa restriction policy whereby the US will pursue visa restrictions for those believed to be responsible for, or complicit... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
News story: Chief Executive Officer of the DMO to retire next year
Sir Robert Stheeman, CEO of the Debt Management Office, is retiring after over 20 years of public service.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
EU and UK Russia-connected iron and steel ban coming into force
On 30 September 2023, the Russia-connected iron and steel bans announced by the EU and the UK will come into force (previous post, previous post), prohibiting the import... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Non-EU countries align with EU sanctions
In line with the EU’s action earlier this month (previous post), Switzerland has delisted Grigory Berezkin, Farkhad Akhmedov, Alexander Shulgin, and Georgy Shuvaev from its sanctions list (notice).... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Official Statistics: Scottish VAT Assignment – Experimental Statistics
This page presents the annual historic estimates for the Scottish share of UK VAT for the purposes of the Scottish Government budget (Scottish VAT Assignment).... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
151/2023 : 28 September 2023 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-470/21
La Quadrature du Net and Others Approximation of laws Advocate General Szpunar: the retention of, and access to, civil identity data linked to the IP address used should be... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
150/2023 : 28 September 2023 - Judgments of the Court of Justice in Cases C-320/21 P, C-321/21 P
Ryanair v Commission State aid State aid to SAS during the COVID-19 pandemic: the Court of Justice definitively dismisses Ryanair’s actions concerning the loan guarantees put in place... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
149/2023 : 28 September 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-692/20
Commission v United Kingdom Taxation The Court of Justice orders the United Kingdom to pay a lump sum penalty of € 32 million for having failed to prohibit the... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Open consultation: A smarter ring-fencing regime: Consultation on near-term reforms
This consultation invites views on draft secondary legislation to implement near-term reforms to the ring-fencing regime.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Call for evidence outcome: Aligning the ring-fencing and resolution regimes: Call for Evidence
This Call for Evidence seeks views on the practicalities of aligning the ring-fencing and resolution regimes for banks and long-term options for reform.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: UK Government Green Financing
The Green Gilt and NS&I’s Green Savings Bonds help finance the transition to a green economy, tackling environmental challenges and creating green jobs across the UK.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
US DHS designates Xinjiang companies
The US Department of Homeland Security today added 3 Xinjiang-based entities to the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) Entity List for their “participation in business practices that... more
1 year ago
E5 issues joint guidance on countering Russia evasion of export controls
In June 2023, the Five Eyes countries agreed to formally coordinate on export control enforcement, and the “Export Enforcement Five” (“E5”) partnership between Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
International Safe Abortion Day 2023
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Iran-related Designations; Non-Proliferation Designations; Counter Terrorism Designation Update
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
EU court order on Mazepin sanctions interim relief
On 1 March 2023, the EU General Court held that sanctions against Nikita Mazepin should be suspended, until final judgment, to the extent necessary to enable him to... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - September 27, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
The UK, France and Germany announce continuation of Iranian nuclear-related sanctions
The UK, France and Germany (the European signatories to the Joint Collective Plan of Action (“JCPOA“) nuclear deal with Iran in 2015, referred to as the “E3“) have... more
1 year ago
OFAC designates Sinaloa Cartel associates
Yesterday, OFAC designated 10 individuals associated with the Mexico-based Sinaloa Cartel (press release, press release, notice): Jorge Humberto Figueroa Benitez, Leobardo Garcia Corrales, Martin Garcia Corrales, Liborio Nunez... more
1 year ago
Sanctions Enforcement Around the World: US, UK, EU, and Japan Coordinate on Updated Common High-Priority Items Lists
Introduction During September 2023, the US, UK, and EU, and Japan, updated their Common High Priority Items Lists (“the List(s)“), with seven new Harmonized System (“HS“) codes. These... more
1 year ago
Canada announces funding to help Afghan refugees and host communities impacted by last year’s flooding in Pakistan
Pakistan continues to recover from the devastating floods of 2022 that took more than 1,700 lives and affected some 33 million people. Homes, roads, schools, health facilities and... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces funding to help Afghan refugees and host communities impacted by last year’s flooding in Pakistan
Pakistan continues to recover from the devastating floods of 2022 that took more than 1,700 lives and affected some 33 million people. Homes, roads, schools, health facilities and... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Policy paper: EM on UK/EU Horizon Governance Document (COM(23)527)
The governments summary of an agreement for the UK to associate to the Horizon Europe programme and the Copernicus component of the EU Space Programme... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
United States Imposes Sanctions on Transnational Procurement Network Supporting Iran’s One-Way Attack UAV Program
Matthew Miller, Department Spokesperson Today, the United States is designating a network linked to the U.S.-designated Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).  This network–comprised of five entities and two... more
1 year ago
State.gov Human Rights and Labor
Policy paper: Draft Decision No 1/2023 of the Specialised Committee on Participation in Union Programmes under the Trade and Cooperation Agreement adopting Protocols I and II and amending Annex 47 to the Trade and Cooperation Agreement
This is a draft Decision which will be adopted by the Specialised Committee on Participation in Union Programmes under the Trade and Cooperation Agreement.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
UBS, Credit Suisse face growing probe over alleged Russian sanctions evasion
The US Department of Justice has stepped up its probe into Credit Suisse Group and UBS Group over suspected compliance failures that allowed Russian clients to evade sanctions,... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
148/2023 : 27 September 2023 - Judgments of the General Court in Cases T-826/14, T-12/15, T-158/15, T-252/15, T-253/15, T-256/15, T-257/15, T-258/15, T-260/15
Spain v Commission State aid The General Court annuls the Commission’s decision declaring the Spanish tax scheme on the deduction for indirect acquisitions of shareholdings in foreign companies... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
147/2023 : 27 September 2023 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-172/21
Valve Corporation v Commission Competition Online video games: the General Court confirms that geo-blocking of activation keys for the Steam platform infringed EU competition law... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
146/2023 : 27 September 2023 - Formal sitting
Entry into office of two new Members of the General Court of the European Union Entry into office of two new Members of the General Court of the... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
September 2023: U.S. announced it will allow Israelis to enter the country without a visa starting Nov. 30
International travelers wait to have their passports checked at O'Hare International Airport in Chicago, 2014. The new agreement to allow visa-free U.S. entry to Israeli tourists and businesspeople... more
1 year ago
NPR
Green Automotive Company
Green Automotive Company... more
1 year ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Joint Statement on the Partners in the Blue Pacific Foreign Ministers Meeting
The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America, Australia, Canada, Japan, Germany, New Zealand, the Republic of Korea, and... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint Statement on the Partners in the Blue Pacific Foreign Ministers Meeting
The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America, Australia, Canada, Japan, Germany, New Zealand, the Republic of Korea, and... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Hussen to hold press conference to announce funding to help Afghan refugees and host communities in Pakistan
September 26, 2023 - The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, will hold a press conference to announce development flood recovery funding to help Afghan refugees and... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Hussen to hold press conference to announce funding to help Afghan refugees and host communities in Pakistan
September 26, 2023 - The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, will hold a press conference to announce development flood recovery funding to help Afghan refugees and... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - September 26, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Why the Secrecy Over Vaccine Contracts?
Major international governments have signed multibillion-dollar legal contracts with drug companies in order to secure access to covid-19 vaccines. But the drug companies and governments have refused to divulge... more
1 year ago
x.brownstone
BIS adds 28 entities to Entity List
BIS has added 28 entities to its Entity List, 11 of which are based in China, 5 in Russia, 5 in Pakistan, along with others located in Finland,... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US designations updates (Russia, Burma, counter-narcotics)
OFAC has made the following updates to the SDN list: updated the listings for 6 Russian entities (notice); removed Burmese individual, Hlaing Moe Myint (who was linked to... more
1 year ago
News story: Land purchased for flagship levelling up site in Darlington
The government’s levelling up programme is moving further ahead today, with land for the permanent site of the new Darlington Economic Campus being purchased.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
US and Australia sanctions and export control renewals
The US has extended its Ethiopia and terrorism sanctions regimes for a further year (notice, notice, notice). Australia has extended the 35% import tariff on goods imported from... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Transparency data: Third Trade Specialised Committee on Customs Cooperation and Rules of Origin Agenda
Agenda for the third meeting of the UK-EU Trade Specialised Committee on Customs Cooperation and Rules of Origin under the Trade and Cooperation Agreement... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Terms of Reference for the Finance: Interministerial Standing Committee
These are the Terms of Reference for the Finance: Interministerial Standing Committee.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Russia-related Designations Updates and Designation Removal; Burma-related Designation Removal; Iran-related Designation Update; Non-Proliferation Designation Update
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - September 25, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Singapore fines company for Myanmar export control violations
Singapore has fined Hydronav Services (Singapore) Pte Ltd $1,133,412.25 for violations of Singapore’s export controls, section 5 of the Strategic Goods (Control) Act 2002 (press release). Hydronav procured... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Guidance: Autumn Statement 2023 representations
Guidance for submitting Autumn Statement 2023 representations to the Treasury.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Canada Imposes Additional Sanctions Against Haitian Elites: 3 Individuals Targeted
On September 21, 2023, Canada announced amendments to the Special Economic Measures (Haiti) Regulations (the “Regulations”) in response to “acts of significant corruption”. These amendments list an additional three individuals... more
1 year ago
Canada designates Russian individuals and entities
During Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s visit to Canada last week, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced the designation of 63 Russian individuals and entities (press release, notice), including:... more
1 year ago
This China trade war isn’t about semiconductors: Straits Times
  BEIJING – In the gloom of China’s economy, one area of business is booming: cosmetics. After enduring nearly three years of mandatory masks and frequent lockdowns during... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
OffshoreAlert Weekly Digest - September 23, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Guernsey general licence for investment funds
Guernsey has issued General Licence – GY/RUSSIA/2023/26 (notice) which permits investment funds in which a designated person or entity has an investment interest (including investment funds controlled by... more
1 year ago
OFAC settlements with US companies for Iran sanctions violations
Yesterday, 2 US companies agreed to pay civil monetary penalties as settlements of their apparent violations of Iran sanctions (3M settlement agreement; Emigrant Bank settlement agreement, notice). 3M... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - September 22, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Russia bans export of petrol and diesel
Russia has banned the export of petrol and diesel to all countries except members of the Eurasian Economic Union (Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, and Kyrgyzstan).  According to the government... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Canada designates Haitian businessmen
Yesterday, Canada designated 3 Haitian businessmen, Marc Antoine Acra, Carl Braun and Jean Marie Vorbe, for “fuelling the violence and instability in Haiti through corruption and other criminal... more
1 year ago
OFSI issues general licence for payment of water bills
OFSI have issued General Licence INT/2023/3179120 (notice), which permits UK designated individuals and entities to pay water companies for water and sewage services (and water companies may make... more
1 year ago
EU renews Russia targeted sanctions, non-EU countries align with renewal of Crimea & Sevastopol sanctions
The EU has renewed the Russia (Ukrainian Territorial Integrity) sanctions (Council Regulation (EU) 269/2014, Council Decision 2014/145/CFSP) for a further 6 months (press release). These sanctions provide for travel... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU Parliamentary research report on voting for CFSP / sanctions
The European Parliamentary Research Service has published a report on the consequence of the requirement of unanimous voting on common foreign and security policy (CFSP) in particular sanctions.... more
1 year ago
Airbus Hacker Threatens to Sell US, Europe Military Intel on Dark Web
The hacker behind the recent attack on Airbus has warned that he will sell US and European military intelligence on the dark web. Known by the moniker “USDoD,”... more
1 year ago
x.defensepost
Security Council Sanctions Committee Concerning South Sudan Meets with Panel of Experts
On 7 September 2023, members of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2206 (2015) concerning South Sudan were briefed by the Coordinator of the Panel of... more
1 year ago
UN.org
911 call reveals bizarre circumstances of F-35 ejection
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. — A military pilot whose advanced fighter jet went temporarily missing over the weekend is heard repeatedly requesting an ambulance in a perplexing 911 call from the... more
1 year ago
.Military Times
Canada welcomes Japan’s Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, along with the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, and the... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada welcomes Japan’s Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, along with the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, and the... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Settlement Agreements between the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control and 3M Company, and with Emigrant Bank
The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) today announced a $9,618,477 settlement with 3M Company (“3M”). 3M has agreed to settle its potential... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
EU court rejects Mordashov Russia de-lisiting case
In T?248/22 Mordashov v Council, the 1st Chamber of the General Court of the EU rejected the application to annul the designation of Alexy Mordashov. Mr Mordashov is... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Intel-linked UK official pushing censorship of Russell Brand -The Grayzone
The author of letters to social media companies demanding the financial punishment of Russell Brand is a British lawmaker implicated in London’s war on Covid-19 and Ukraine dissenters.... more
1 year ago
.grayzone
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - September 21, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Dutch Defence Ministry employee arrested for violation of Russia sanctions
An employee of the Ministry of Defence of the Netherlands has reportedly been arrested for circumventing sanctions against Russia by sending aircraft parts to Russia via “alternative countries”.... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Canada imposes additional sanctions against members of Haitian economic elite
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing additional sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Haiti) Regulations in response to acts of... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada imposes additional sanctions against members of Haitian economic elite
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing additional sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Haiti) Regulations in response to acts of... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Correspondence: Open letters between HM Treasury and Bank of England - September 2023
CPI inflation was 6.7% in August 2023, prompting an open letter from the Governor of the Bank of England to the Chancellor on 21 September 2023. The Chancellor... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Australian Russia de-listing case – Abramov
Australia designated Alexander Abramov in April 2022 by the “first designation instrument”. On 16 September 2022, Mr Abramov was removed from the sanctions list by the “revocation instrument”... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Poland no longer sending arms to Ukraine, as trade dispute escalates
  WARSAW, Poland (AP) — Poland’s prime minister said his country is no longer sending arms to Ukraine, a comment that appeared aimed at pressuring Kyiv and put... more
1 year ago
.Military Times
Zelenskyy returns to Washington as GOP dissent grows to funding war
  WASHINGTON (AP) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy returned to Washington on Thursday for a whirlwind one-day visit, this time to face the Republicans now questioning the flow... more
1 year ago
.Military Times
Switzerland publishes sanctions licence application template
Switzerland has published a template for applications for the authorisation of payments from blocked accounts pursuant to Article 15(5) of the Russia-Ukraine Ordinance (the template is at the... more
1 year ago
Transparency data: OSCAR II – publishing data from the database: September 2023
The first quarterly OSCAR transparency release for 2023 to 2024.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
BIS and FCDO update common high priority items lists
The US’ BIS and the UK’s FCDO in coordinated actions have updated their lists of controlled “common high priority” items (identified as critical to Russia’s war effort) (BIS... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
145/2023 : 21 September 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-143/22
ADDE and Others Area of Freedom, Security and Justice Reintroduction of border controls at internal borders: the ‘Returns’ Directive applies to any third-country national who has entered the territory... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
144/2023 : 21 September 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-164/22
Juan DFON The prohibition of double jeopardy does not appear to preclude the execution of a European arrest warrant against the person responsible for a fraudulent pyramid scheme... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
US issues new sanctions designations related to Russia and Iranian drones, signaling continuously increasing risks
In two separate rounds of sanctions designations in the past week, the United States added more parties to the Specially Designated Nationals List (“SDN List”) maintained by the... more
1 year ago
Joint statement on the principles of the Declaration Against Arbitrary Detention in State-to-State Relations
Today, endorsers of the Declaration Against Arbitrary Detention in State-to-State Relations are gathered during High-Level Week of the United Nations General Assembly’s 78th session to reaffirm our pledge... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint statement on the principles of the Declaration Against Arbitrary Detention in State-to-State Relations
Today, endorsers of the Declaration Against Arbitrary Detention in State-to-State Relations are gathered during High-Level Week of the United Nations General Assembly’s 78th session to reaffirm our pledge... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada Amends Iranian Sanctions Regulations: 6 Individuals Targeted
On September 14, 2023, Canada announced further amendments to the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations (the “Regulations”) in an effort to impose costs on the Iranian regime for... more
1 year ago
Joint Statement by Canada and the Netherlands on the launch of the Global Declaration on Information Integrity Online
Information integrity is essential to help ensure the strength of democratic processes and to protect fundamental rights. The erosion of information integrity, including the propagation of disinformation, weakens... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint Statement by Canada and the Netherlands on the launch of the Global Declaration on Information Integrity Online
Information integrity is essential to help ensure the strength of democratic processes and to protect fundamental rights. The erosion of information integrity, including the propagation of disinformation, weakens... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Speech: Deputy Prime Minister's speech at the United Nations Security Council
Deputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden’s speech on Ukraine at the United Nations Security Council in New York on 20 September 2023, as it was delivered.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Canada to welcome Japanese delegation to deepen commercial ties
September 20, 2023 – The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry and the... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada to welcome Japanese delegation to deepen commercial ties
September 20, 2023 – The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry and the... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
TransUnion denies it was hacked, links leaked data to 3rd party
Credit reporting firm TransUnion has denied claims of a security breach after a threat actor known as USDoD leaked data allegedly stolen from the company's network. The Chicago-based... more
1 year ago
bleepingcomputer
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - September 20, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Producing real change: key highlights of our results
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
OFSI amends Russia sanctions listings
OFSI have amended the listing for Mikhail Fridman (notice).  The statement of reasons now says that Mr Fridman is and/or has been involved in obtaining a benefit from... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US: conviction for violation of Iran sanctions, arrest for violation of Russia sanctions
A federal jury has convicted US national, Jalal Hajavi, of conspiring to violate US Iran sanctions by participating in a scheme to unlawfully export heavy equipment from the... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFAC delists individuals from Russia sanctions list
OFAC has delisted from the Russia sanctions list Natalya Andreevna Alymova linked to PJSC Sberbank and Paul Goldfinch linked to PJSC Bank Otkritie (notice). Natalya Alymova left Sberbank... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFAC makes designations connected with Iran’s UAV development
OFAC have designated 7 individuals and 4 entities in connection with Iran’s unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) and military aircraft development (notice, press release): Iran-based Shahin Co, an alias... more
1 year ago
Ukraine files WTO lawsuit over agricultural import ban of neighbour countries
On 2 May 2023, the EU implemented a temporary ban on imports of Ukrainian agricultural products into Hungary, Poland, Slovakia, Bulgaria, and Romania after a large influx of... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Official Statistics: Forecasts for the UK economy: September 2023
A comparison of independent forecasts for the UK economy in September 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
US Iran designations and humanitarian channel
OFAC have designated Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, the former president of Iran, and the Department of State has designated the Iranian Ministry of Intelligence and Security for the detention of... more
1 year ago
143/2023 : 20 September 2023 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-131/16 RENV
Belgium v Commission State aid Tax rulings: the tax exemptions granted by Belgium to companies forming part of multinational groups constitute an unlawful aid scheme... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
United Kingdom: Wagner is proscribed by the UK government
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled  Wagner is proscribed by the UK government on 15 September 2023. Read the article via the link here. Please also visit our Sanctions... more
1 year ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
400,000 calls made to Japanese Embassy in China over radioactive water
Over 400,000 nuisance calls in total have been made to the Japanese Embassy in Beijing since the release of treated radioactive water from the crippled Fukushima nuclear power... more
1 year ago
x.JT
Tornado at Pfizer plant accentuates US drug shortage issues
On 20 July, a tornado tore through a Pfizer plant in Rocky Mount, US, destroying part of a large facility in that makes sterile injectable drugs. The twister... more
1 year ago
chemistryworld
Canada calls for cessation of hostilities in the Nagorno-Karabakh region
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada calls for cessation of hostilities in the Nagorno-Karabakh region
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
UK intelligence spun 2013 Syria chemical attack, leaked docs show
US officials suppressed internal assessments that Al Qaeda’s Syrian wing had an “advanced” sarin production cell even as the US publicly blamed the Assad government for a 2013... more
1 year ago
.grayzone
What we know about the Marine Corps F-35 crash in South Carolina
  The crash of an F-35B Joint Strike Fighter aircraft in South Carolina over the weekend has raised numerous questions about what prompted the pilot to eject and how the... more
1 year ago
.Military Times
Minister Ng to participate in first annual North American Manufacturing Conference
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, will participate virtually in the first annual North American Manufacturing Conference, to be held in Washington,... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to participate in first annual North American Manufacturing Conference
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, will participate virtually in the first annual North American Manufacturing Conference, to be held in Washington,... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Florida: West Point sued over using race as an admissions factor
West Point was accused in a federal lawsuit Tuesday of improperly using race and ethnicity as factors in admissions by the same group behind the legal challenge that... more
1 year ago
.Military Times
War crimes tribunal ICC says it has been hacked
The International Criminal Court (ICC) said on Tuesday its computer system had been hacked, a breach at one of the world's most high-profile international institutions and one that... more
1 year ago
x.JT
Press release: Defence Secretary pledges tens of thousands of more artillery shells for Ukraine
The UK has delivered over 300,000 artillery shells to Ukraine and is committed to delivering tens of thousands more artillery shells this year, the Defence Secretary announced today.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Minister Joly to co-host dialogue on the Initiative against arbitrary detention in state-to-state relations
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will co-host a high-level dialogue on the initiative against arbitrary detention in state-to-state relations on the margins of the 78th... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly to co-host dialogue on the Initiative against arbitrary detention in state-to-state relations
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will co-host a high-level dialogue on the initiative against arbitrary detention in state-to-state relations on the margins of the 78th... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
EU Court rejects Synesis and Shatrov Belarus delisting cases
In Cases T-97/21 and T-215/22 Synesis v Council and Cases T-523/21 and T-216/22 Shatrov v Council, the General Court of the EU rejected the applications to annul the... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Iran-related Designations and Designation Update; Non-Proliferation Designations and Designation Update; Counter Terrorism Designations Removals
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - September 19, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
UK proscribes Wagner Group as terrorist organisation
On 15 September 2023, the Wagner Group was proscribed as a terrorist organisation (press release, policy paper) under the Terrorism Act 2000. Proscription of an organisation under the... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Correspondence: HMT’s statement of strategic priorities to the UK Infrastructure Bank (September 2023)
The Chancellor’s letter to the UK Infrastructure Bank (UKIB) setting out the government's priorities for the institution.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
China sanctions US defence entities
In accordance with its Anti-Foreign Sanctions Law (AFSL), China has announced sanctions on 2 US defence corporations for supplying arms to Taiwan (press release).  According to the China... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU, UK, US, Canada, and Australia make Iran designations
On the 1-year anniversary of the death of Mahsa Amini, who died in police custody after being arrested for violating Iran’s mandatory hijab law, and the subsequent crackdown... more
1 year ago
NYT: Evidence Suggests Ukraine Carried Out Missile Strike on Ukrainian Market Which They Blamed Russia
Ukrainian forces carried out a missile strike on a market in eastern Ukraine and then falsely blamed Russia for the attack, according to analysis from the New York... more
1 year ago
.informationliberation
BAE to Explore Heavy-Lift Civilian Hybrid Airship for Military Role
BAE Systems and Hybrid Air Vehicles have agreed to jointly explore a long-range hybrid airship system for security and defense applications. Hybrid’s Airlander 10 will be trialed for... more
1 year ago
x.defensepost
EU Commission publishes draft 2024 dual-use control list
On 15 September 2023, the European Commission published a proposed version of the 2024 list of controlled dual-use items.  The EU Parliament and Council have 2 months to... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Switzerland updates sanctions guidance on iron and steel products
The Swiss Federal Department of Economic Affairs has updated the interpretative aid for (Russia) sanctions measures (notice), providing further guidance on the interpretation of article 14a concerned with... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU court interprets Russia sanctions designation criteria in Rashnikov
In Case T-305/22 Rashnikov v Council the General Court of the EU rejected Viktor Rashnikov’s application to annul his EU designation.  He is listed on the grounds that... more
1 year ago
G7 to introduce Russia diamonds import ban
A Belgian official has reportedly indicated that a ban on the imports of Russian diamonds will be agreed by the G7 over the coming weeks.  The ban will... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Iran-related Designation and Designation update; Hostages and Wrongfully Detained U.S. Nationals Designations; Publication of Iran-related Frequently Asked Questions
Today, the U.S. government announced the establishment of a humanitarian channel in Qatar (HC) to further facilitate the flow of humanitarian assistance to the people of Iran consistent... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - September 18, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Privacy International’s Briefing on the Draft Text of the UN Cybercrime Convention
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Canada appoints new ambassador to Haiti
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the appointment of André François Giroux as Ambassador of Canada to Haiti. He replaces Sébastien Carrière.... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada appoints new ambassador to Haiti
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the appointment of André François Giroux as Ambassador of Canada to Haiti. He replaces Sébastien Carrière.... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Microsoft leaks 38TB of private data via unsecured Azure storage
The Microsoft AI research division accidentally leaked dozens of terabytes of sensitive data starting in July 2020 while contributing open-source AI learning models to a public GitHub repository.... more
1 year ago
bleepingcomputer
Parliamentary Secretary Oliphant to attend 78th session of United Nations General Assembly
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced today that the Honourable Robert Oliphant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, will be in New York... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Parliamentary Secretary Oliphant to attend 78th session of United Nations General Assembly
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced today that the Honourable Robert Oliphant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, will be in New York... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly to welcome Swiss counterpart to Ottawa
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will welcome Ignazio Cassis, Federal Councillor and Head of the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs of... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly to welcome Swiss counterpart to Ottawa
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will welcome Ignazio Cassis, Federal Councillor and Head of the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs of... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly welcomes Brunei Darussalam’s Second Minister of Foreign Affairs to Canada
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced that she will welcome Dato Erywan Yusof, Brunei Darussalam’s Second Minister of Foreign Affairs, to Canada on September 18,... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly welcomes Brunei Darussalam’s Second Minister of Foreign Affairs to Canada
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced that she will welcome Dato Erywan Yusof, Brunei Darussalam’s Second Minister of Foreign Affairs, to Canada on September 18,... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
OffshoreAlert Weekly Digest - September 16, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Ramifications under trade credit & political risk insurance policies for insured’s decision to voluntarily cease business operations within a country
  The ongoing imposition of sanctions against Russia arising from the attack upon Ukraine creates a number of significant issues for insurers which have written trade credit and/or... more
1 year ago
Sanctions Insight
The ripple effects of sanctions
Having been accused of getting off to a slow start in relation to the imposition of sanctions arising out of developments in Russia and Ukraine, the UK Government... more
1 year ago
Sanctions Insight
Part 3 of the Economic Crime Act 2022 introduces strict liability financial penalties for sanctions
On 15 March 2022, the Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022 (“the Act”) received royal assent. Having been on the political agenda since 2016, the Act was... more
1 year ago
Sanctions Insight
The UK passes new legislation amending Russia sanctions measures
Import prohibitions: On the 15 July 2022, the UK Parliament passed The Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment) (No. 11) Regulations 2022 (legislation.gov.uk) which makes related consequential amendments to... more
1 year ago
Sanctions Insight
Dozens of Palestinians injured in an occupation attack south Nablus
Occupied Jerusalem, SANA-scores of Palestinians were injured on Saturday dawn by the Israeli occupation forces attacks south Nablus in the occupied west Bank. Palestinian outlets media said that... more
1 year ago
x.SyrArabNewsAgency
Ukraine's Special Operations Forces reveal details of missile launch on Russian submarine in Crimea
The attacks on the Russian submarine Rostov-on-Don and the landing ship Minsk on the night of 13 September were carried out by the Special Operations Forces of the... more
1 year ago
x.Yahoo
Biden's UPenn 'Political Theory' Teaching Claim is False
US President Joe Biden has found himself under serious scrutiny after recently boasting about teaching "political theory" at the University of Pennsylvania (UPenn), even though he never conducted... more
1 year ago
x.sputniknews
Minister Ng meets with provincial and territorial trade ministers
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, concluded a productive meeting with counterparts as part of the yearly Federal-Provincial-Territorial Meeting for... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng meets with provincial and territorial trade ministers
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, concluded a productive meeting with counterparts as part of the yearly Federal-Provincial-Territorial Meeting for... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
United Airlines Flight Plummets 28,000 Feet in 10 Minutes After Pressurization Issue
A United Airlines flight bound for Rome returned to New Jersey just after midnight Thursday “to address a possible loss of cabin pressure,” according to a statement from... more
1 year ago
x.sputniknews
The 'Identity Crisis' around the world
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Security Council Sanctions Committee Concerning Democratic Republic of Congo Meets with Group of Experts
On 8 September 2023, members of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1533 (2004) concerning the Democratic Republic of the Congo were briefed by the Coordinator... more
1 year ago
UN.org
Canada announces humanitarian assistance in response to flooding in Libya
The flooding in Libya caused by Storm Daniel has resulted in significant loss of life and devastated infrastructure, creating a crisis for the displaced people now dealing with... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces humanitarian assistance in response to flooding in Libya
The flooding in Libya caused by Storm Daniel has resulted in significant loss of life and devastated infrastructure, creating a crisis for the displaced people now dealing with... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement on International Day of Democracy
“The International Day of Democracy is a timely opportunity to renew our commitment to democratic principles and values at this pivotal juncture for all countries. No system of... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement on International Day of Democracy
“The International Day of Democracy is a timely opportunity to renew our commitment to democratic principles and values at this pivotal juncture for all countries. No system of... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Is the truth out there? NASA wants to help build public trust on UFOs
NASA is offering to join forces with the Pentagon on UFO research to move away “from sensationalism to science,” NASA’s chief administrator told reporters this week. The space... more
1 year ago
.Military Times
UN terrorism report concerns about proscription targeted sanctions criteria
The UN Secretary General has submitted a report to the General Assembly on human rights concerns in the context of countering terrorism and violent extremism for the period... more
1 year ago
On first anniversary of Mahsa Amini’s death, Canada announces additional sanctions against Iranian regime
A year has passed since Mahsa Amini died due to the actions of Iran’s so-called Morality Police. Since then, Canada has led international efforts to respond to the... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
On first anniversary of Mahsa Amini’s death, Canada announces additional sanctions against Iranian regime
A year has passed since Mahsa Amini died due to the actions of Iran’s so-called Morality Police. Since then, Canada has led international efforts to respond to the... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
EU judgment in Venezuela case on international law & sanctions
In 2021, the European Court of Justice held that Venezuela had standing to challenge the EU’s Venezuela sanctions regime (previous post). In a judgment this week, the Grand... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Is US Heading for New Crisis 15 Years After the 2008 Credit Crunch?
The US could be heading for economic turmoil again 15 years after the 2008 financial crisis rocked the country, three experts have said. Global finance giant Lehman Brothers... more
1 year ago
x.sputniknews
UK and US extend Sakhalin-2 Project sanctions exemption
The UK and the US have extended the exemption of the Sakhalin-2 Project from Russia sanctions until 28 June 2024: HM Treasury Publication Notices, for INT/2022/2469656, INT/2022/2470256, INT/2022/2470056,... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - September 15, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Minister Joly to co-host dialogue on the Initiative against arbitrary detention in state-to-state relations with Costa Rica, Malawi, and the United States at UN General Assembly High Level Week
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will join Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as part of Canada’s delegation to the 78th session of... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Iran-related Designations and Designation Update; Counter Terrorism Designation and Designation Update; Non-Proliferation Designation Update; Syria Designation Update
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Wagner is Proscribed by UK Government
Following reports in August (see blog post here), on 6 September, the UK government formally announced the proscription of the Wagner Group.  Parliament has passed an order, presented... more
1 year ago
E3 to extend Iran sanctions
Under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPoA), a range of UN, EU and UK sanctions on Iran were due to be lifted on 18 October 2023. These... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Ukrainian Air Force confirms pilots will begin F-16 training at US air base in September
Experienced pilots from Ukraine will learn to pilot F-16s in the United States and Denmark, while young pilots will learn in the United Kingdom, Yuriy Ihnat, spokesman for... more
1 year ago
x.Yahoo
US makes over 150 Russia designations
Yesterday, OFAC designated almost 100 individuals and entities operating in various sectors of the Russian economy (notice, press release), including: Andrei Removich Bokarev, a Russian businessman who served... more
1 year ago
Press release: Welsh steel’s future secured as UK Government and Tata Steel announce Port Talbot green transition proposal
The UK Government and Tata Steel agree on joint investment package to secure a sustainable future for steelmaking in Port Talbot.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Images Show Wagner Camp In Belarus Continues To Shrink
The first images since the confirmation of the death of Yevgeny Prigozhin show that a suspected tent camp thought to be occupied by troops from Russia's Wagner mercenary... more
1 year ago
x.globalsecurity
Russia-related Designations, Designations Updates, and Designations Removals; Issuance of Russia-related General Licenses
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Russia-related General License 55A, "Authorizing Certain Services Related to Sakhalin-2" and Russia-related General License 72,... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - September 14, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
China’s defense ministry urges U.S. to stop military ties with Taiwan
BEIJING, SANA-China’s Ministry of National Defense on Thursday urged the United States to stop all forms of military ties with Taiwan, Xinhua news Agency said. Spokesperson Tan Kefei... more
1 year ago
x.SyrArabNewsAgency
French government publishes report on dual-use goods exports
In July 2023, the French General Directorate for Enterprise published its 2nd annual report (French) to Parliament on dual-use goods exports, outlining: the number of authorisations and denials,... more
1 year ago
Imposing Further Sanctions in Response to Russia’s Illegal War Against Ukraine
Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State The Departments of State and the Treasury are imposing further sanctions on over 150 individuals and entities in connection with Russia’s unlawful... more
1 year ago
State.gov Human Rights and Labor
Policy paper: Treasury Minutes - September 2023
Government departments respond to the Public Accounts Committee reports through a Treasury minute.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
142/2023 : 14 September 2023 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-115/22
NADA and Others Principles of Community law Anti-doping and data protection: Advocate General Ćapeta considers that a national anti-doping authority which publishes personal data of a doped professional athlete... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
141/2023 : 14 September 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-113/22
TGSS Spain - Discrimination on grounds of sex: fathers of two or more children, forced to go to court in order to benefit from a supplement to their... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
140/2023 : 14 September 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-83/22
Tuk Tuk Travel Approximation of laws Termination of package holidays in the event of extraordinary circumstances: a national court may, under certain conditions, notify of its own motion... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
139/2023 : 14 September 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-27/22
Volkswagen Group Italia and Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft Area of Freedom, Security and Justice The principle ne bis in idem applies to penalties, imposed for unfair commercial practices, that are... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
US military resumes counterterrorism missions out of Niger bases
NATIONAL HARBOR, Md. — The U.S. military has resumed counterterrorism missions in Niger, flying drones and other aircraft out of air bases in the country more than a... more
1 year ago
.Military Times
Minister Joly speaks with Niue’s Premier and Foreign Affairs Minister
Yesterday, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, spoke with Niue’s Premier and Foreign Affairs Minister, the Honourable Dalton Tagelagi, to mark the establishment of diplomatic relations... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces humanitarian assistance and launches matching fund in response to earthquake in Morocco
The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, announced a matching fund with the Canadian Red Cross to respond to the urgent humanitarian needs of disaster-affected populations in... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to meet with provincial and territorial trade ministers
September 13, 2023 – The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, will be hosting in Ottawa her counterparts as part of the... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
G7 Foreign Ministers’ Statement on the “elections” in regions of Ukraine illegally annexed by Russia
We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union,... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - September 13, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Europol report on financial crime, including sanctions evasion
Europol has published a report, which is on the EU Guidance section of this site, assessing the threats posed by financial crimes at EU level, including an analysis... more
1 year ago
Australia makes designations under Iran sanctions regime
Today, Australia designated 4 individuals and 3 entities allegedly responsible for the oppression of the people in Iran under Australia’s recently expanded Iran sanctions regime (press release, notice):... more
1 year ago
EU updates Russia sanctions FAQ on imports
Yesterday, the EU updated FAQ 13 of the Import, Purchase & Transfer of Listed Goods FAQs (originally published last week, previous post).  FAQ 13 asks: Can Russian nationals... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Guidance: Apply for Universal Credit and other benefits: Homes for Ukraine
Benefits that are available to you and how to apply for them.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Guidance: Renting private accommodation: Homes for Ukraine
How to rent privately, including your rights and responsibilities.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Guidance: Parents intending to leave their child in the care of a sponsor: Homes for Ukraine
What you need to do if you need to leave your children in the care of your sponsor, or if you can't travel with your children to the... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Guidance: Living with your sponsor: Homes for Ukraine
How to live with your sponsor, what to expect from them and what to do if things don't work out.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Guidance: Driving and public transport: Homes for Ukraine
The legal requirements for getting your driving licence, and how public transport works in the UK.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Guidance: Becoming a sponsor: Homes for Ukraine
Everything you need to know about how to become a sponsor including things to consider and thank you payments.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Guidance: Eligibility, safeguarding, DBS and accommodation checks: Homes for Ukraine
Information about how to become a Homes for Ukraine sponsor, including checks the council will make, and eligibility criteria.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Guidance: Sponsors of children travelling to, or staying in the UK without their parent or legal guardian: Homes for Ukraine
What to do if you are asked to look after your guest's child or children unexpectedly. This could include if your guest needs to leave the country, or... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Guidance: If your guest will be absent temporarily: Homes for Ukraine
What to do if your guest will be temporarily absent from your accommodation.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
138/2023 : 13 September 2023 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-65/18 RENV
Venezuela v Council External relations The General Court dismisses the action brought by Venezuela against the restrictive measures of the European Union... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Panel of Experts Briefs Security Council’s Sanctions Committee Concerning Central African Republic on Progress Update Submitted Pursuant to Resolution 2648 (2022)
On 29 August 2023, the Coordinator and members of the Panel of Experts briefed the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2127 (2013) concerning the Central African... more
1 year ago
UN.org
EU will not renew sanctions against 3 Russian businessmen
The EU will reportedly not renew sanctions against 3 Russian businessmen when their current listings expire this week.  The 3 businessmen are: Grigory Berezkin, Chariman of the ESEN... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
News story: Joint opinion piece on ESG (July 2023)
Treasury Minister, Andrew Griffith, and Defence Minister, James Cartlidge, wrote in July 2023 about Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) criteria.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: Illegitimate elections in illegally occupied regions of Ukraine
G7 Foreign Ministers’ statement on Illegitimate “Elections” in regions of Ukraine illegally occupied by Russia.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Are banks cashing in at the expense of competition?
The trend of banks increasing their net interest margins and channeling their efforts into loan refinancing has raised concerns that it will reduce competition in the lending market.... more
1 year ago
xx.brokernews
OFAC designates Hizballah associates
Today, OFAC designated 7 Hizballah operatives and financial facilitators in South America and Lebanon (notice, press release): Amer Mohamed Akil Rada, senior operative for Hizballah’s External Security Organization;... more
1 year ago
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - September 12, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Judgment says that UK cannot digitally spy on people outside its borders without accountability
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
EU steps up training for Ukrainian soldiers
Once through the grandiose gates of the infantry academy opposite the old town of Toledo, south of Madrid, it takes just a few minutes to reach the confines... more
1 year ago
x.Lemonde.fr
U.S. Child poverty more than doubles — a year after hitting record low, Census data shows
The poverty rate in the U.S. has risen dramatically in the year since pandemic benefits ran out — and the child poverty rate has more than doubled, according... more
1 year ago
NPR
US to unfreeze Iranian assets in prisoner swap
The White House has reportedly authorised a waiver for international banks to transfer $6 billion in frozen Iranian funds from South Korea to Qatar (without fear of the... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
UK Lords committee calls for evidence on UK-EU cooperation on sanctions for inquiry
The UK House of Lords European Affairs Committee has launched an inquiry into the long-term implications for the UK of the EU’s foreign and security policy response to... more
1 year ago
News story: £12.4 million to help change choices about work
Six ground-breaking projects including an investigation looking at how endometriosis impacts women in the workplace have been awarded £12.4 million, the government has announced today, Tuesday 12 September.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Meeting after Russian Federation’s Veto of Sanctions Text, General Assembly Speakers Consider Consequences for Stability in Mali
Following the Russian Federation’s 30 August veto of a draft resolution that would have renewed certain Security Council measures against those obstructing peace in Mali, speakers in the... more
1 year ago
UN.org
Minister Hussen announces support for climate action and sexual and reproductive rights of women and girls in Africa
Canada remains a steadfast partner in international efforts to fight climate change and promote gender equality. Last week, the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, announced $24.75... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder - Canada announces $24.75 million in development funding for projects in Africa
The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, announced $24.75 million in Canadian funding for development programming as he concluded his trip to Kenya and Zambia. Details of... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Press release: New intelligence shows Russia's targeting of a cargo ship
New intelligence shows the intended target of a Russian missile attack in the Black Sea was a cargo ship.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
US Govt seizes Iranian oil
On 19 April 2023, Suez Rajan Ltd pleaded guilty to conspiring to violate US Iran sanctions.  Pursuant to a deferred prosecution agreement, Empire Navigation, the operating company of... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Belarusian businessman pleads guilty to US Ukraine sanctions violation
A Belarusian businessman, Sergey Karpushkin, living in the US has entered into a plea agreement with the DOJ, pleading guilty to violating US Ukraine sanctions, by participating in... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
NYDFS Issues Revised Proposed Second Amendment to Its Cybersecurity Regulation
The New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) recently published a revised proposed second amendment to its cybersecurity regulation, 23 NYCRR 500. Below are some of the... more
1 year ago
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - September 11, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Corporate report: Financial Reporting Advisory Board minutes and associated papers: 29 June 2023
Minutes taken from the Financial Reporting Advisory Board (FRAB) meetings.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
EU FAQ on Russian imports including cars
The EU has added FAQ 13 to its import, purchase & transfer of listed goods Russia sanctions FAQs, which asks: Can Russian nationals temporarily bring personal goods and... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Policy paper: UK-India 12th Economic and Financial Dialogue: Joint Statement
On 11 September 2023 the Chancellor Jeremy Hunt and Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman held the 12th UK-India Economic and Financial Dialogue in New Delhi, India. ... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: Big steps forward in capital markets cooperation with India
Indian firms could soon list in London, it has been announced as part of a package of plans unveiled today by the Chancellor Jeremy Hunt alongside Indian Finance... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Miami Medical Clinic Owner and Pharmacist Convicted for Clinical Trial Fraud Scheme
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, September 7, 2023 A jury in Miami convicted two defendants on Sept. 5 in a scheme involving the falsification and fabrication of clinical trial... more
1 year ago
FDA Criminal Investigations
UK Govt guidance on third country iron and steel measures
The Department for Business & Trade and the Department for International Trade have published a notice explaining the scope of the measures related to Russian iron and steel... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US FinCEN publishes analysis of Russia export controls circumvention
Last week, US Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) published a Financial Trend Analysis on patterns of suspected evasion of Russia-related export controls using Bank Secrecy Act data: identifying... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
News story: Jonathan Bewes appointed as Non-Executive Director to the Court of the Bank of England
In this role Jonathan will also become the Chair of the Court’s Audit and Risk Committee and will take up the role later this Autumn.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
EU designates Russian prosecutors, judges, and FSB agents
Last Friday, the EU designated 6 Russian individuals allegedly responsible for the investigation of and court proceedings against journalist, Vladyslav Yesypenko and Crimean Tatar, Nariman Dzhelyalov (Council Implementing... more
1 year ago
Belarus's Lukashenka Sets Passport Trap To Lure Opponents Back Home
By Raman Vasyukovich, RFE/RL's Belarus Service, Tony Wesolowsky September 09, 2023 Alyaksandr Lukashenka, the de facto ruler of Belarus, is setting a trap, his opponents say, for those... more
1 year ago
x.globalsecurity
OffshoreAlert Weekly Digest - September 9, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
BBC ‘disinformation’ correspondent busted spreading disinfo on her own bio
  The BBC’s Marianna Spring specializes in branding average citizens as conspiracy theorists and potential terrorists for questioning official claims. When caught lying about her own professional record to... more
1 year ago
.grayzone
Western Allies Begin Major Baltic Sea Naval Drills
Western allies kicked off a major naval exercise in the Baltic Sea on Saturday amid rising tensions with Russia over the conflict in Ukraine. About 3,200 soldiers from... more
1 year ago
x.defensepost
U.S.-Armenia joint military drills undermine regional stability: Kremlin
MOSCOW, Sept. 8 (Xinhua) -- The upcoming joint U.S.-Armenian military exercises do not contribute to the stabilization of the situation in the region, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said... more
1 year ago
x.globalsecurity
A JPMorgan Court Filing Shows Another Bank Exec Visited Jeffrey Epstein’s Residences 13 Times – Two More Times than Jes Staley
  JPMorgan Chase is in a protracted legal battle in a federal district court in Manhattan over highly credible allegations that it “actively participated” in Jeffrey Epstein’s sex-trafficking... more
1 year ago
California Unveils New Draft Requirements for Privacy Risk Assessments, Cybersecurity Audits and AI
On August 29, 2023, the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) Board unveiled Draft Regulations on Risk Assessment and Cybersecurity Audit.  The CPPA Board announced that the formal rulemaking... more
1 year ago
US publishes strategy on countering corruption implementation plan
This week, the US Department of State published an Implementation Plan for the strategy on countering corruption (previous post).  The implementation plan and the Strategy are on the... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
UAE publishes guidance on terrorism and proliferation financing
The UAE’s Executive Office for Control and Non-Proliferation has published guidance, providing a consolidated list of terrorist financing (TF) and proliferation financing (PF) red flags, including those that... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - September 8, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
EU Court upholds 1 and rejects 6 Russia de-listing applications
This week, the 1st Chamber of the EU General Court upheld 1 and rejected 6 Russia de-listing applications.  The judgments are on the EU judgments section of this... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
HM Treasury reminder to file 2023 annual report of frozen funds
As part of their annual review of frozen assets, HM Treasury has requested that all persons that hold or control frozen assets must submit a report to OFSI... more
1 year ago
US Department of State designates RSF Sudan Commander
This week, following the designation by OFAC of RSF leader, Abdelrahim Dagalo (previous post), the Department of State imposed visa restrictions on RSF General and West Darfur Sector... more
1 year ago
Report: Elon Musk 'turned off' Starlink to thwart Ukrainian attack and prevent nuclear response
Elon Musk secretly ordered his engineers to turn off his company's Starlink satellite communications network near the Crimean coast last year to disrupt a Ukrainian sneak attack on... more
1 year ago
.informationliberation
Press release: PM announces support to alleviate global impact of Putin's weaponisation of Ukrainian grain
UK will host international food security summit later this year and increase support for vulnerable people worst hit by rising food prices.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
US announces new $600 million aid package for Ukraine
The Pentagon announced a new $600 million package of long-term aid to Ukraine on Thursday, providing funding for an array of weapons and other equipment just a day... more
1 year ago
.Military Times
Former Trump adviser Peter Navarro found guilty for defying Jan. 6 committee subpoena; faces 1-yr in prison
Former Trump adviser Peter Navarro was found guilty Thursday of two counts of criminal contempt of Congress for defying a subpoena from the House committee charged with investigating... more
1 year ago
NPR
U.S. Air Force test-launches unarmed nuclear missile
The Air Force launched an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile over the Pacific Ocean in a routine test early Wednesday, the service said in a release. The... more
1 year ago
.Military Times
EU publishes guidance on Russia sanctions circumvention due diligence
Today, the European Commission published guidance, which is on the EU Guidance section of this site, providing a general overview of the due diligence expectations to prevent the... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Press release: PM call with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine : 7 September 2023
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak spoke to Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy this afternoon before he travels to India for the G20 Leaders’ Summit.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
UK and US designate members of Russian cybercrime group
Today, in a joint action, the FCDO and OFAC designated 11 alleged members of a Russian cybercrime group behind the Trickbot/Conti ransomware attacks, which included the hacking of... more
1 year ago
FCA investigates: Banks closing bank accounts based on customer political views and ideologies
Following concerns raised by the government of the United Kingdom (“UK”) about freedom of expression and the provision of banking services, the UK’s financial watch dog, the Financial... more
1 year ago
UK FCA publishes review of the sanctions systems of financial services firms
Yesterday, the UK Financial Conduct Authority published a review of the sanctions systems and controls in place in over 90 financial services firms.  The review, which is on... more
1 year ago
ASIC brings suit against Paypal Australia for alleged unfair contract term
  The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has taken legal action against Paypal Australia Pty Limited, alleging that the company’s standard form of contracts with small business... more
1 year ago
xx.brokernews
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - September 7, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Press release: UK sanctions members of Russian cybercrime gang
UK sanctions members of Russian cybercrime gang responsible for attacks on hospitals and critical infrastructure.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Cyber-related Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
EU Court rejects Mikail Gutseriev’s Belarus de-listing application
Yesterday, the EU General Court rejected Mikail Gutseriev’s de-listing application (he was listed by the EU in June 2021, previous post).  The judgment is here and on the... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Guidance: Annual frozen asset review and reporting form
Guidance notice for the annual frozen asset reporting exercise 2023 and associated reporting form.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: £381m boost for EV charging as Chancellor opens West Midlands hub
The charging hub is big enough to charge 180 cars simultaneously... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
137/2023 : 7 September 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-216/21
Asociaţia "Forumul Judecătorilor din România" Principles of Community law Rule of law in Romania: the promotion of judges to a higher court, based on an assessment, by members... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
136/2023 : 7 September 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-226/22
Nexive Commerce and Others Freedom of establishment Operational costs of the postal sector regulatory authority: a contribution obligation may be imposed on market participants, excluding any State funding... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
135/2023 : 7 September 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-162/22
Lietuvos Respublikos generalinė prokuratūra Approximation of laws The Directive on privacy and electronic communications precludes the use, in connection with administrative investigations into corruption in the public sector,... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
134/2023 : 6 September 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-216/21
EDPS v Parliament and Council Law governing the institutions Le recours du Contrôleur européen de la protection des données (CEPD) contre le règlement Europol modifié est irrecevable... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
134/2023 : 6 September 2023 - Order of the President of the General Court in case T-578/22
EDPS v Parliament and Council Law governing the institutions The action brought by the European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS) against the amended Europol regulation is inadmissible... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
OFAC designates Sudanese paramilitary leader
Today, OFAC designated Abdelrahim Hamdan Dagalo for his leadership of the Rapid Support Forces, a paramilitary force in Sudan currently engaged in conflict with the Sudanese Armed Forces (notice, press release).... more
1 year ago
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - September 6, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Sudan Designation; Counter Narcotics Designations Removals
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
OFAC delists vessel from counter-terrorism list
Yesterday, OFAC delisted the Flying Dragon vessel from its counter-terrorism list.  The Flying Dragon was listed in December 2019, due to the interest held in the vessel by... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
133/2023 : 6 September 2023 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-600/21
WS and Others v Frontex Law governing the institutions Return operations: the action for damages brought by a number of Syrian refugees against Frontex after they were returned from... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
132/2023 : 6 September 2023 - Judgments of the General Court in Cases T-270/22, T-272/22
Pumpyanskiy v Council External relations War in Ukraine: the General Court dismisses the actions brought by Mr Dmitry Alexandrovich Pumpyanskiy and Ms Galina Evgenyevna Pumpyanskaya against the restrictive measures adopted... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Parliamentary Secretary Oliphant to visit Tallinn, Estonia
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced today that the Honourable Robert Oliphant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, will visit Tallinn, Estonia, from... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
UK to Ban Russia’s Wagner Group as ‘Terrorist’ Organization: Reports
Britain is to ban Russian mercenary outfit the Wagner Group as a terrorist organization, media reports said on Tuesday, quoting Home Secretary Suella Braverman. The UK was set... more
1 year ago
x.defensepost
CPTPP reaffirms Canada’s dairy supply management system
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, and the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, issued the following statement in... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Press release: UK science facility that kickstarted Covid drug development granted £500 million upgrade fund
Science and Technology Secretary announces that the Diamond Light Source science facility in Oxfordshire will be upgraded through a £500 million investment.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - September 5, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
News story: Autumn Statement 2023 date confirmed
Autumn Statement 2023 will be 22 November.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Research: UK official holdings of international reserves: August 2023
This release details movements in the international reserves of gold and assets held by the UK Government.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
131/2023 : 5 September 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-689/21
Udlændinge- og Integrationsministeriet Citizenship of the Union Denmark may make the retention of Danish nationality dependent on the existence of a genuine connection with that country... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
130/2023 : 5 September 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-137/21
Parliament v Commission Area of Freedom, Security and Justice The Commission was not required to suspend the exemption from the visa requirement for US nationals due to a... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
News story: Over £50 million awarded to cutting edge manufacturing projects
Cutting edge projects in battery, self-driving and automotive R&D will receive millions in funding, driving innovation in energy storage and self-driving technologies.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - September 4, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Switzerland publishes sanctions interpretative aid
On 1 September 2023, Switzerland published an updated interpretative aid for its sanctions measures (in German, French, and Italian) (notice, guidance), which includes general guidance on the interpretation... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
FCDO revises UK Dana Belarus listing
The FCDO have updated the UK statement of reasons for listing for Belarus company, Dana Holdings aka Dana Astra (notice): removing reference to the Karic brothers and alleged... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US Sierra Leone visa restriction policy
Last week, the US Department of State announced a new visa restriction policy whereby the US will pursue visa restrictions for those believed to be complicit in undermining... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Global: A comparative table of anti-dumping procedures in key jurisdictions
In the realm of international trade, the anti-dumping instrument plays a crucial role in safeguarding domestic industries against unfair trading practices. Navigating the intricate landscape of anti-dumping procedures... more
1 year ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
United States: OFAC issues new determination related to Burma sanctions and related FAQs
On 23 August 2023, the US Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control issued the first Determination Pursuant to Section 1(a)(i) of Executive Order 14014, which extends the... more
1 year ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
OffshoreAlert Weekly Digest - September 2, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
The SEC and DOJ Are Doing Damage Control for 5-Count Felon: JPMorgan Chase
The DOJ charged JPMorgan Chase with engaging in “tens of thousands of instances of unlawful trading in gold, silver, platinum, and palladium…as well as thousands of instances of... more
1 year ago
OFSI publishes guidance on disclosure enforcement power
Yesterday, OFSI added Section 10 to its Enforcement and Monetary Penalty Guidance to provide information on OFSI’s disclosure enforcement power, including the circumstances in which OFSI will make... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Minister Hussen to travel to Kenya and Zambia
The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, today announced that he will visit Kenya and Zambia from September 4 to 9, 2023.... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - September 1, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
US, Japan and South Korea designate DPRK individuals and entities
The US has designated 2 individuals and 1 entity involved in generating revenue for North Korea’s development of weapons of mass destruction (WMD) and ballistic missiles (notice, press... more
1 year ago
Canada challenges U.S. softwood lumber duties
Today the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, issued the following statement regarding the U.S. fourth administrative reviews on softwood lumber from... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
US BIS and DOJ take action against exporters to Russia
Yesterday, BIS issued a TDO suspending the export privileges of 3 individuals and 4 entities for allegedly being part of a Russia-based illicit procurement network that supplies the... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFSI 1st use of disclosure enforcement power
OFSI has used its powers to disclose a sanctions breach rather than impose a monetary penalty. See report on breach of UK Russia sanctions by Wise Payments Limited.... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Australia reviews counter-terrorism designations
Designations on Australia’s sanctions regimes expire in 3 years unless declarations are made to continue them in effect pursuant to regulation 9 of the Autonomous Sanctions Regulations 2011. As part... more
1 year ago
Switzerland adopts EU Belarus designations but not Russia designations
On 30 August 2023, Switzerland adopted the EU’s latest Belarus designations of penitentiary officials, judges, prosecutors, criminal investigators, TV presenters, and state-controlled entities (notice, previous post). Switzerland decided... more
1 year ago
UN Mali sanctions ends after Russia veto
On 30 August 2023, the UN Security Council voted on the extension of its Mali sanctions regime.  13 members of the UN Security Council voted in favour of... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US State, Labor, and Commerce Departments Issue South Sudan Business Advisory
On August 14, 2023, the US State Department, the Labor Department, and the Commerce Department issued a business advisory (“Business Advisory”) highlighting key risks for companies operating in South Sudan.... more
1 year ago
Guidance: Monetary penalties for breaches of financial sanctions
Government processes on the issue of monetary penalties for breaches of financial sanctions.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Monetary penalties for breaches of financial sanctions
Government processes on the issue of monetary penalties for breaches of financial sanctions.... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - August 31, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Minister Hussen concludes trip to Colombia that marks 70 years of diplomatic relations between Canada and Colombia
The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, today concluded a 4-day trip to Colombia, during which he reaffirmed Canada’s role as a key ally in supporting Colombia’s... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Hussen concludes trip to Colombia and announces development assistance funding
The Honourable Ahmed Hussen announced nearly $22.5 million in funding for development programming while visiting Colombia, from August 28 to 31, 2023. Details of the programming follow.... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Guidance: Financial sanctions guidance
OFSI publishes guidance and runs webinars to help you understand how to comply with financial sanctions regulations.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Enforcement of financial sanctions
Actions taken by the Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) to enforce financial sanctions.... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Notice: Disclosure Notice: 31 August 2023
OFSI publish a disclosure notice regarding a breach of financial sanctions regulations.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Disclosure Notice: 31 August 2023
OFSI publish a disclosure notice regarding a breach of financial sanctions regulations.... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
OFSI uses disclosure power for first time
The critical role that financial sanctions have played in the international coalition’s response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has further demonstrated what a crucially important tool they are... more
1 year ago
Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation
Policy paper: Public service pensions: 2020 valuations
This is a technical note on actuarial valuations of the public service pension schemes.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Russia Pitches Combat Tested Weapons For Exports
Ukraine’s ongoing confrontations with Russia have captivated international attention, moving beyond mere territorial disputes. Ukrainian Defence Minister Alexey Reznikov had indicated a notable shift in these standoffs, which... more
1 year ago
.iadb.in
Another Soros-Funded Group Pushes For Social Media Platforms To Censor Election "Disinformation"
  An organization under the financial umbrella of outspoken billionaire George Soros is mounting a brazen bid to implement a perilous cap on free speech in America’s digital... more
1 year ago
Tesla faces US probe over vehicle range after Reuters report
NEW YORK - United States federal prosecutors are looking into Tesla performance claims after Reuters reported the electric carmaker exaggerated the potential driving distance of its vehicles, the... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
Push To Strip Fox’s Broadcast License Over Election Lies Gains New Momentum
  Last July, we noted how media reform activists had petitioned the FCC to revoke Fox News’ local broadcast license in Philadelphia. More specifically, the group argued that Fox News’... more
1 year ago
x.techdirt
Canada Continues to Amend Sanctions Legislation in Relation to Iran, Belarus, Russia and Designates Lebanese Nationals Under Magnitsky law
Over the course of August 2023, Canada imposed sanctions on Iran, Belarus, Lebanese and Russian parties, and amended the definition of “designated” and “listed” persons in its country-specific... more
1 year ago
Saudi Arabia sentences teacher to death for criticizing government on social media
Saudi Crown Prince Mohamed bin Salman in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, July 19, 2023. SAUDI PRESS AGENCY / VIA REUTERS Among the various grotesque punishments that have become a... more
1 year ago
x.Lemonde.fr
DSIR Deeper Dive: How International and Domestic Regulatory Enforcement Spotlights the Information Governance Tensions Between ‘There’ and ‘Here’ and Between ‘Keep’ and ‘Delete’
As we noted in our 2023 DSIR, there has been a flurry of activity within the information governance space, at home and abroad. This activity deserves further analysis,... more
1 year ago
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - August 30, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Germany arrests man for exporting drones to Russia
A German businessman, Waldemar W, has reportedly been detained for allegedly providing electrical components to Russia that were used to make Orlan-10 drones deployed in the Ukraine war.... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Ukrainian government agency launches database of sanctioned art
The Ukrainian government, National Agency on Corruption Prevention  (NACP) has launched a database, which tracks the circulation of art products that are bought or sold by designated Russian individuals... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Guidance: Whole of Government Accounts 2022 to 2023: guidance for preparers
Guidance for central government and local government preparers for Whole of Government Accounts.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
US export control violations settlement
The US Department of State has concluded an administrative settlement with Island Pyrochemical Industries Corp (IPI), to resolve 3 violations of the Arms Export Control Act (AECA) and... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Ninestar Corp sues US DHS for listing on Uyghur Entity List
Ninestar Corp, a Chinese printing and imaging entity, has filed a lawsuit and motion for a preliminary injunction against the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for being... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFAC publishes episode 2 of web series
Yesterday, OFAC released episode 2 of its “Introduction to OFAC” web series, a series of short videos created to provide viewers with a high-level introduction on the fundamentals... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFAC Issues New Determination Related to Burma Sanctions and Related FAQs
On August 23, 2023, the US Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC“) issued the first Determination Pursuant to Section 1(a)(i) of Executive Order (“EO“) 14014 (the... more
1 year ago
Minister Ng underscores importance of collaboration at G20 Trade and Investment Ministers Meeting
Over the weekend, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, concluded her participation at the Group of Twenty Trade and Investment Ministers... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Non-EU countries align with various EU sanctions
The candidate countries North Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia, Albania, Ukraine, Moldova and Bosnia and Herzegovina, the potential candidate country Georgia, and the EFTA countries Iceland and Liechtenstein have aligned... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Minister Ng to participate in launch of the Canada ASEAN Business and Trade Association
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, will be speaking at the launch of the newly formed Canada ASEAN Business and Trade... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - August 29, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
US designates Russian individuals involved in the relocation of Ukrainian children
The US has designated 2 entities and 11 individuals that have reportedly played a role in the forced deportation of Ukrainian children from Russia-occupied areas of Ukraine to... more
1 year ago
Australia Defence Export Controls and Sanctions Office outreach event
The Australian Defence Export Controls, Sanctions Office, and Border Force are holding a hybrid outreach event in Adelaide (and online) for industry on 4 September 2023 covering the... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFAC designates individuals for escalating eastern DRC conflict
OFAC has designated 6 individuals for contributing to the escalation of conflict in the eastern DRC (press release, notice): Apollinaire Hakizimana, Brigadier General Sebastian Uwimbabazi, and Ruvugayimikore Protogene,... more
1 year ago
Guidance: Darlington Economic Campus (DEC)
A multi-department government hub in the North East of England where insight is developed, and policy is made and delivered through a diverse workforce.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Negotiations launched for Canada - Ukraine bilateral security commitments
Today, Government of Canada officials met with their Ukrainian counterparts to discuss long-term security commitments between our two countries. During the meeting, Canadian officials reiterated Canada’s commitment to... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Introduction to OFAC - Episode 2
Today, OFAC is releasing the second episode of its “Introduction to OFAC” web series, a series of short videos created to provide viewers with a high-level introduction on... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - August 28, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Minister Hussen to travel to Colombia
The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, today announced that he will visit Colombia, specifically Bogotá and communities along the Venezuelan border.... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Russia says it confirmed Wagner leader Prigozhin died in a plane crash
MOSCOW — Russian authorities on Sunday confirmed the death of Wagner Group chief Yevgeny Prigozhin, putting to rest any doubts about whether the wily mercenary leader turned mutineer was on a... more
1 year ago
.Military Times
White man kills three Black people in racially motivated attack
Jacksonville's sheriff says a white gunman who killed three people at a Dollar General store hated Black people.... more
1 year ago
Gunman kills three Black people in Florida hate crime: police
The two men and one woman were shot dead inside a discount store in the town of Jacksonville.... more
1 year ago
Minister Joly to travel to Slovenia, North Macedonia and Albania
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will be travelling to Slovenia, North Macedonia and Albania from August 27 to September 2, 2023,... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
OffshoreAlert Weekly Digest - August 26, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Dubai International Financial Centre Issues Adequacy Decision Approving Cross-Border Transfers of Personal Information to California
On Aug. 9, the Commissioner of Data Protection of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) issued an “Assessment of California’s Data Protection Regime as Substantially Equivalent and Low... more
1 year ago
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - August 25, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Canada issues statement on Mexico’s ban of use of genetically engineered corn in tortillas and dough
“Canada will participate as a third party in the dispute settlement proceedings initiated by the United States under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) regarding the use of genetically... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
UK Government considers proscription of Wagner as a terrorist organisation under the Terrorism Act 2000
On 22 August, it was reported that the UK Government is considering the proscription of the Wagner group as a terrorist organisation under the Terrorism Act 2000. The... more
1 year ago
Guidance: Whole of Government Accounts 2020 to 2021: guidance for preparers
Guidance for central government and local government preparers for Whole of Government Accounts.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
OFSI updates general licences
This week, OFSI updated 2 Russia general licences: General Licence INT/2023/3263556 – GTLK Companies and their Subsidiaries – Insolvency related payments and activities was updated to make clear... more
1 year ago
Canada announces contribution to Global Biodiversity Framework Fund to protect world’s nature
At home and on the world stage, Canada is taking action to protect nature and keep our planet healthy for generations to come.... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
G7 Foreign Ministers’ Statement On the Launch Using Ballistic Missile Technology by North Korea
We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union, condemn... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
OFAC removes individual from Iraq sanctions list
Yesterday, Asil Tabrah, an Iraqi businessman, was removed from OFAC’s SDN list (notice). The post OFAC removes individual from Iraq sanctions list appeared first on EU Sanctions.... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Canada appoints new ambassador to Ukraine
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the appointment of Natalka Cmoc as Ambassador of Canada to Ukraine. She replaces Larisa Galadza.... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
OFAC expands Burma sanctions and makes designations
OFAC, yesterday, expanded US Burma sanctions to cover any foreign individual or entity that operates in the jet fuel sector of the Burmese economy (determination, notice, press release)... more
1 year ago
US intel believes ‘intentional’ blast downed Wagner chief’s plane
  Editor’s note: This story was updated at 4:30 p.m. EST with additional information. A preliminary U.S. intelligence assessment has concluded that the plane crash presumed to have... more
1 year ago
.Military Times
Canada designates individuals and entities under Russia sanctions
Yesterday, Canada designated 4 individuals and 29 entities that have ties to Russia’s military-industrial complex, financial and nuclear sectors (press release, notice), including: Sergey Borisovich Muchkayev, Russian Armed... more
1 year ago
Democratic Republic of the Congo-related Designations; Russia-related Designations; Global Magnitsky Designation Update
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Guidance: Preston guidance: August 2023
Preston factors (earnings and interest factors) are provided for employers.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Preston guidance: July 2023
Preston factors (earnings and interest factors) are provided for employers.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - August 24, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
OFAC and DOJ action against Tornado Cash founders
Yesterday, OFAC designated Russian national Roman Semenov, 1 of 3 co-founders of the designated virtual currency mixer Tornado Cash, a cryptocurrency mixer that has allegedly facilitated more than... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
New Zealand designates individuals and entities under Russia sanctions
Today, New Zealand added 19 individuals and 2 entities to its Russia sanctions list (notice), including: 13 individuals with roles in the alleged forced relocation of Ukrainian children;... more
1 year ago
Transparency data: Annual Reports and Accounts for Central Government Departments
This table references the links to Annual Reports and Accounts for central government departments for the 2022-23, 2021-22, 2020-21, 2019-20 and 2018-19 reporting periods.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Russia imposes travel bans on UK journalists and politicians
Russia has reportedly banned 54 UK individuals from entering the country, including: journalists, including those from the Guardian, BBC, and Daily Telegraph; the minister of state for defence,... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
4 dead, 6 wounded in California bikers' bar shooting
Four people including a gunman were killed in a shooting at a bikers' bar in California's Orange County, the local sheriff's office said on Wednesday. Six more people…... more
1 year ago
Russian court extends US reporter Evan Gershkovich's detention
Russia on Thursday, August 24, extended the detention of US reporter Evan Gershkovich, arrested in March on spying charges that he denies and held in a Moscow prison... more
1 year ago
x.Lemonde.fr
Guidance: Register to host Ukrainians already in the UK
Guidance on how to register to provide a home for Ukrainians already in the UK.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Ministers Hussen and Guilbeault to hold a press conference at the Seventh Assembly of the Global Environment Facility
The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, and the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, will hold a press conference on August 24 in... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
China's Xi vows to support Cuba in defending its national sovereignty
China's President Xi Jinping has pledged to support Cuba's defence of its national sovereignty, opposing foreign interference and a U.S. economic blockade, and will expand strategic coordination with... more
1 year ago
x.Yahoo
Canada announces additional sanctions against Russia’s military and nuclear sectors
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing additional sanctions against 4 individuals and 29 entities that have direct ties to Russia’s... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Two founders behind Russian crypto mixer Tornado Cash charged by U.S. federal courts
The two founders behind Tornado Cash, a Russian cryptocurrency mixing service, have been charged by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York, according to... more
1 year ago
.techcrunch
Former NY mayor Rudy Giuliani finds lawyer in Georgia, surrenders to jail
Former New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani found himself a local lawyer in time to turn himself in to Georgia authorities on Wednesday, two days before the deadline... more
1 year ago
xx.dailybeast
Parliamentary Secretary Sidhu to travel to Chicago
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced today that Maninder Sidhu, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, will travel to Chicago, Illinois, on August... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - August 23, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
UK Government fines UK company for Russia sanctions breach
Yesterday, the UK Government announced that an unnamed UK company has been fined £1m in relation to the unlicensed trade of goods in breach of Russia sanctions (notice).... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Russian officials say Wagner boss Prigozhin was on passenger list of jet that crashed
(AP) — A private jet crashed in Russia on Wednesday, killing all 10 people aboard, emergency officials said. Mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin was on the passenger list, but... more
1 year ago
NPR
Minister Ng to attend G20 Trade and Investment Ministerial Meeting in India
This week, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, will participate in the G20 Trade and Investment Ministerial Meeting in Jaipur, India.... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
US imposes visa restrictions on 100 Nicaraguan officials
The US Department of State has imposed visa restrictions on 100 Nicaraguan municipal officials for their alleged link to the closure of the Universidad Centroamericana (the only university... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Germany in favour of EU sanctions against Niger coup leaders
In a post on X, formerly known as Twitter, the German Foreign Office said that “after having suspended development & security cooperation, we are in favour of EU... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Reports: Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin dies in 'plane crash' in Russia
Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin, who was widely reported to have led a "coup" attempt in Russia two months ago, was killed on Wednesday after his plane "crashed" in... more
1 year ago
.informationliberation
OFSI publishes information on webinars and events
Yesterday, OFSI published information outlining details of upcoming webinars and events (notice).  The next event is in October 2023, “Introducing OFSI: An Introductory Webinar”. The post OFSI publishes... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
News story: UK condemns Russian sham trial of Ukrainian prisoner of war
Maksym Butkevych, a Ukrainian prisoner of war, had his appeal rejected after he was sentenced to 13 years in prison by the so-called Luhansk people’s republic.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
US imposes visa restrictions on Chinese officials for Tibetan schools policies
Yesterday, the US State Department imposed visa restrictions on Chinese officials for their alleged involvement in the “forcible assimilation of more than one million Tibetan children in government-run... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Justin Trudeau’s online news act followed by news blackout as wildfires rage
In an age where digital platforms are primary sources of real-time information, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s clash with Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta, formerly Facebook, has become more poignant... more
1 year ago
Scraped data of 2.6 million Duolingo users released on hacking forum
The scraped data of 2.6 million DuoLingo users was leaked on a hacking forum, allowing threat actors to conduct targeted phishing attacks using the exposed information. Duolingo is... more
1 year ago
bleepingcomputer
Canada welcomes international leaders to Seventh Assembly of the Global Environment Facility 
As the world experiences the triple crises of climate change, biodiversity loss and pollution, Canada is once again bringing leaders together to take action and build a healthy... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
US continues lifting of defence trade restrictions on Cyprus
The Eastern Mediterranean Security and Energy Partnership Act 2019 and the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 require the denial of defence exports to Cyprus remain... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
BIS amends export controls to comply with Nuclear Suppliers Group agreement
BIS amended the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to reflect changes reached by the Nuclear Suppliers Group in its June 2019 plenary meeting in Kazakhstan and its June 2022... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Canadian Media Orgs Said That Meta Linking To News Was Anticompetitive; Now They Say NOT Linking To News Is Anticompetitive
from the pick-a-lane,-guys dept This is just so painfully obnoxious. The legacy news media, spurred on by a welfare system that pretend free market supporter Rupert Murdoch dreamed... more
1 year ago
x.techdirt
US tanker offloads Iranian oil
A US-owned oil tanker, the Suez Rajan, suspected of carrying Iranian crude oil reportedly began offloading its cargo near Texas on Saturday.  Pursuant to EO 13846, the US... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - August 22, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Switzerland to create sanctions and export controls department
A separate department for export controls and sanctions will be created in the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (press release). From 1 September 2023, sanctions, arms control... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Minister Ng concludes successful meetings in Indonesia with ASEAN economic ministers
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development attended the 12th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Economic Ministers (AEM) – Canada Consultation,... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
BIS removes entities from Unverified List
Today, BIS removed 33 entities from the Unverified List (UVL), 27 of which are based in China, with the others located in Indonesia, Pakistan, Singapore, Turkey and the... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Non-EU countries align with EU Belarus designations
The candidate countries North Macedonia, Montenegro, Albania, Ukraine, and Bosnia and Herzegovina, and the EFTA countries Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway have aligned themselves with EU’s latest Belarus designations... more
1 year ago
Canada to challenge U.S. softwood lumber duties
Canada is a world leader in softwood lumber and has an important industry that creates good, well-paying jobs for thousands of Canadians and supports communities across our country.... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
CHINA: uncertainties helpfully clarified on various key data compliance activities
Helpful guidance on some previously uncertain areas of China data protection compliance programmes have been provided by the Administrative Measures for Personal Information Protection Compliance Audit (Draft for... more
1 year ago
CHINA: new mandatory data protection compliance audits proposed
To add to the compliance burden, new mandatory, periodic and detailed data protection compliance audits have now been proposed in China, with measures beyond the usual governance/compliance audit... more
1 year ago
Israeli pharma company Teva to pay $225M for cholesterol drug price-fixing; Glenmark to pay a $30 million criminal penalty
WASHINGTON (AP) — The generic drug maker Teva Pharmaceuticals agreed Monday to pay $225 million to settle price-fixing charges related to sales of a major cholesterol-lowering drug. The... more
1 year ago
x.Yahoo
Minister Ng co-chairs Canada-Indonesia Bilateral Economic Task Force
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, co-chaired the meeting of the Canada-Indonesia Bilateral Economic Task Force with Luhut Pandjaitan, Indonesian Coordinating... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement on tenth anniversary of chemical weapons attack in Ghouta district of Damascus, Syria
“Today, Canada remembers the victims of the chemical weapons attack launched by the Assad regime in the Ghouta district of Damascus, Syria. More than 1,000 people were killed,... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - August 21, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
OFAC issues cautionary letter to Neogen over Iran sanctions violations
The food-safety and veterinary-products company, Neogen, was investigated by OFAC over a potential violation of Iran sanctions by providing genomic testing to an unrelated US entity engaged in... more
1 year ago
Worldwide news story: Call for proposals on communications campaign support in Ukraine
The British Embassy Kyiv seeks a supplier by 3 September 2023 to provide communications campaign support to a government ministry in Ukraine.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
EP Briefing on proposed directive on violation of EU sanctions
In July 2023, the European Parliamentary Research Service published a briefing note on the proposed directive on the definition of criminal offences and penalties for violations of EU... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Canada designates Russian government and judicial officials
Canada has designated 15 senior officials of the Russian government, judiciary and investigative committee, as well as 3 federally funded courts, which have allegedly been involved in human... more
1 year ago
Transparency data: Government procurement card HMT spend greater than £500: June 2023
This document details GPC (government procurement card) HMT spend greater than £500.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: Government procurement card HMT spend greater than £500: May 2023
This document details GPC (government procurement card) HMT spend greater than £500.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: Government procurement card HMT spend greater than £500: April 2023
This document details GPC (government procurement card) HMT spend greater than £500.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HMT spend greater than £25,000: June 2023
This document details HMT spend greater than £25,000.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HMT spend greater than £25,000: May 2023
This document details HMT spend greater than £25,000.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
CHINA: only 100 days to file SCCs for cross-border data transfers –  practical tips and insights
Authors: Carolyn Bigg and Amanda Ge Businesses who must follow the China SCCs route to legitimize their cross-border transfers of personal data must file their signed China SCCs... more
1 year ago
Transparency data: HMT spend greater than £25,000: April 2023
This document details HMT spend greater than £25,000.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Judgment in 1st appeal against UK targeted sanctions
The High Court (Garnham J) has given judgment on Eugene Shvidler’s appeal against his sanctions designation – the first sanctions designation appeal in the UK courts. The UK... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OffshoreAlert Weekly Digest - August 19, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Norway’s far-right mass killer Breivik sues state over prison isolation
Breivik, 44, is serving 21 years in prison for killing 77 people in shootings and a bombing attack in Norway in 2011.... more
1 year ago
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - August 18, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Canada announces sanctions against officials of justice and security sectors
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing new sanctions against 15 Russian individuals and 3 entities under the Special Economic Measures... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
UK SRA money laundering and sanctions FAQs
The UK Solicitor’s Regulation Authority publishes FAQs regarding money laundering and compliance here, which contain some sanctions issues, including: “how does the general licence for legal fees under... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
UN, UK, and US amend sanctions lists
The UN amended 9 entries on its North Korea sanctions list adding more detail to the positions of designated individuals and recording the death of some individuals. The... more
1 year ago
Switzerland implements 11th package of Russia sanctions
On 16 August 2023, Switzerland implemented the remaining measures contained in the EU’s 11th package of Russia sanctions (press release, notice).  Switzerland had already adopted some of the... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFAC designates Syria-based militias for human rights abuses
Yesterday, OFAC designated 2 Syria-based armed militias and 3 members of the groups’ leadership structures in connection with alleged serious human rights abuses against those residing in the... more
1 year ago
News story: Free access to cash protected
The vast majority of people and businesses are set to be no further than three miles away from withdrawing cash under a new framework set out by the... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Cash Access Policy Statement
This policy statement sets out the government’s policy concerning access to cash deposit and withdrawal services for relevant current accounts across the UK.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Czechia adds Russian individuals to autonomous sanctions list
Yesterday, Czechia added 3 Russian individuals to its autonomous sanctions list (press release, Czech sanctions list): Boris Obnosov, the CEO of the state-owned KTRV holding company, which allegedly... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFAC settles with construction company over violations of Iran sanctions
Construction Specialties Inc. (“CS”), a company headquartered in New Jersey that sells specialized building materials, has agreed to pay $660,594 to settle its UAE subsidiary’s potential civil liability... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US designates FSB operatives involved in poisoning of Aleksey Navalny
OFAC designated 4 FSB operatives allegedly involved in the poisoning of Russian political opponent, Aleksey Navalny in August 2020 (press release, notice): Alexey Alexandrovich Alexandrov; Konstantin Kudryavtsev; Ivan... more
1 year ago
Magnitsky-related Designations; Syria-related Designations; Non-Proliferation Designations Updates
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Minister Ng to attend Association of Southeast Asian Nations meetings in Indonesia
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, announced today that she will attend the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Economic Ministers... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - August 17, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Ukraine Launches State Sanctions Register
On 29 July 2023, following several earlier initiatives, Ukraine finally approved legislation implementing a unified list of all effective personal sanctions – the State Sanctions Register. The State... more
1 year ago
US designates DRC public officials for trafficking animals to China
Yesterday, the US Department of State designated 3 DRC public officials as generally ineligible for entry into the US, due to their alleged involvement in significant corruption (press... more
1 year ago
Submission to the OHCHR on the rights of persons with disabilities
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
OFAC designates Lebanese entity and leader for providing support to Hizballah
Yesterday, OFAC designated Lebanon-based Green Without Borders and its leader, Zuhair Subhi Nahla, for allegedly providing “support to and cover for Hizballah’s operations in southern Lebanon along the... more
1 year ago
OFAC designates entities linked to North Korea and Russia arms deals
Yesterday, OFAC designated 3 entities allegedly linked to a sanctions evasion network attempting to support arms deals between Russia and North Korea (press release, notice): Russia-based Limited Liability... more
1 year ago
United States: Government publishes compliance note on voluntary self-disclosures of sanctions and export controls violations
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled US Government Publishes Compliance Note on Voluntary Self-Disclosures of Sanctions and Export Control Violations on 11 August 2023. Read the article... more
1 year ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Security Council 1718 Sanctions Committee Amends Nine Entries on Its Sanctions List
On 16 August 2023, the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1718 (2006) enacted the amendments, specified with strikethrough and/or underline, in the entries below on its... more
1 year ago
UN.org
Daily Press Briefing by the Office of the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General
According to the World Food Programme, some 7.3 million food-insecure people could see their situation worsen due to the unfolding crisis in Niger. Humanitarian exemptions to sanctions and... more
1 year ago
UN Press - Welcome to the United Nations
Settlement Agreement between the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control, and Construction Specialties Inc.
The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) today announced a $660,594 settlement with Construction Specialties Inc. (“CS”). CS has agreed to settle its... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - August 16, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Switzerland makes Belarus and DRC designations
Switzerland has aligned with the EU’s Belarus designations on penitentiary officials, judges, prosecutors, criminal investigators, TV presenters, and state-owned entities (notice, previous post). Switzerland has aligned with the... more
1 year ago
United States: OFAC issues sanctions compliance guidance for humanitarian assistance to Syria
On 8 August 2023, the US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) issued the OFAC Compliance Communique: Guidance for the Provision of Humanitarian Assistance to... more
1 year ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
DSIR Deeper Dive: Plaintiffs’ Attorneys Are Trying to Assert a New Cause of Action Against Universities Based on an Old Law Regulating Videotape Service Providers
As set forth in BakerHostetler’s 2023 Data Security Incident Report, privacy litigation is on the rise. Indeed, 2023 saw a nearly 100 percent increase from 2022 in the... more
1 year ago
FBI agent pleads guilty to conspiring to violate US sanctions
Yesterday, Former Special Agent in Charge (SAC) of the FBI Counterintelligence Division in New York, Charles McGonigal, pleaded guilty to conspiring to violate the International Emergency Economic Powers... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Official Statistics: Forecasts for the UK economy: August 2023
A comparison of independent forecasts for the UK economy in August 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
OFAC to retire PIP, DEL, and SDALL.ZIP file formats of the sanctions list on or about the week of September 18, 2023
UPDATE: OFAC is extending the retirement date for the PIP, DEL, and SDALL.ZIP sanctions list file formats to on or about, the week of September 18, 2023. Please... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Statement by ministers Joly, Hussen and Miller on second year since the fall of Kabul
“The takeover of Afghanistan by the Taliban in August 2021 has led to a political, economic and humanitarian crisis affecting millions of people."... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - August 15, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Guidance: Learn to speak, read and write English: Homes for Ukraine
Resources and training to learn English.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Guidance: STEP Ukraine: privacy notice
This privacy notice explains how and why we use your personal data within the STEP Ukraine programme.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
OFAC Issues Sanctions Compliance Guidance for Humanitarian Assistance to Syria
On August 8, 2023, the US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) issued the OFAC Compliance Communique: Guidance for the Provision of Humanitarian Assistance... more
1 year ago
News story: Chancellor announces Tom Josephs as preferred candidate for the Budget Responsibility Committee
Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt, today (14 August) announces his nomination of Tom Josephs for appointment as a member of the Budget Responsibility Committee (BRC) at the... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Non-EU countries align with EU human rights, Burma, and Russia sanctions
The candidate countries North Macedonia, Montenegro, Albania, Ukraine, Moldova and Bosnia and Herzegovina, and the EFTA countries Liechtenstein and Norway have aligned themselves with the EU’s designation of... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - August 14, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Policy paper: Treasury Minutes – August 2023
Government departments respond to the Public Accounts Committee reports through a Treasury minute.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Google introduces its new global censorship tool
Google has partnered with the United Nations, World Health Organisation and others in a new global censorship tool that was introduced last Monday, according to LaToya Drake, head of... more
1 year ago
OffshoreAlert Weekly Digest - August 12, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
CIA knew of Ukraine plan to blow up Nord Stream pipeline: Report
A European spy agency told the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) it knew of an Ukraine special operations team plan to blow up the Nord Stream gas pipeline three... more
1 year ago
US Government Publishes Compliance Note on Voluntary Self-Disclosures of Sanctions and Export Controls Violations
On July 26, 2023, the US Departments of Treasury, Commerce, and Justice published a Tri-Seal Compliance Note on the voluntary self-disclosure (“VSD”) of potential violations of US sanctions,... more
1 year ago
Chair of Security Council Sanctions Committee Concerning Central African Republic Briefs on His Visit to Central African Republic from 6 to 9 June 2023
On 24 July 2023, the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2127 (2013) concerning the Central African Republic heard a briefing from Harold Adlai Agyeman, Chair of... more
1 year ago
UN.org
UN launches sanctions research platform
The UN Special Rapporteur on unilateral coercive measures has announced the launch of the Sanctions Research Platform, an online repository of research related to sanctions with the aim... more
1 year ago
OFAC designates Alfa Group board members and a Russian business association
Today, OFAC designated 4 Russian individuals and 1 entity (press release, notice): Petr Olegovich Aven, Mikhail Maratovich Fridman, German Borisovich Khan, and Alexey Viktorovich Kuzmichev, all of whom... more
1 year ago
Russia-related Designations; Publication of Russia-related Frequently Asked Question
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing one Russia-related Frequently Asked Question (1131). The following additions have been made to OFAC's list... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - August 11, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
US Government Issues Executive Order Restricting US Outbound Investment in Advanced Technologies Involving “Countries of Concern” (China)
On August 9, 2023, President Biden issued Executive Order 14105, targeting certain US investments into Chinese companies or Chinese-owned companies engaged in three advanced technology areas (Addressing United... more
1 year ago
New Zealand makes Belarus designations
Today, New Zealand designated 5 Belarusian individuals and 4 entities (notice, sanctions list): Aleksandr Krivets, Yuri Pyzhik, Oleg EIbatov, Dmitry Vinnikov, and Aleksandr Pashkevich, senior military officials; BPS... more
1 year ago
Swiss-based oil trader questioned over Russia sanctions compliance
Geneva-based Paramount Energy & Commodities SA is reportedly being “probed” by Swiss authorities over its use of a UAE subsidiary to continue trading in Russian oil above the... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
HMG issues legal advisory services general licence
The UK Department for Business & Trade today issued the General Trade Licence (Russia Sanctions – Legal Advisory Services), authorising the provision of legal advice in relation to... more
1 year ago
UK, US, and Canada designate former Governor of the Central Bank of Lebanon
Yesterday, the UK, US, and Canada announced coordinated sanctions against Riad Salameh, Lebanon’s former Central Bank governor, and his close associates, for their alleged roles in the embezzlement... more
1 year ago
Guidance: Country and Regional Analysis 2023 Guidance
Revised guidance for departments for the country and regional analysis (CRA) data collection exercise.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Biden Asks Congress for $13B in New Ukraine Military Spending
President Joe Biden‘s administration on Thursday asked Congress for more than $13 billion in new military spending for Ukraine, citing the need for continued support following Russia’s “unprovoked”... more
1 year ago
x.defensepost
Statement of condolence for victims of Hawai’i wildfires
“The State of Hawai’i has declared a state of emergency in Maui because of major wildfires, and evacuation efforts are under way on Maui and the island of... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
The UK government's controversial proposal to expand surveillance powers: What you need to know
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
US limits investment in China as a “country of concern”
Yesterday, President Biden signed an executive order to take effect next year, authorising the Secretary of the Treasury to regulate certain US investments into countries of concern in... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - August 10, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Canada makes Belarus designations
Yesterday, Canada announced the designation of 9 individuals and 7 entities in response to the “ongoing gross and systemic violations of human rights occurring in Belarus” and persons... more
1 year ago
California Privacy Protection Agency Turns its Attention to Connected Vehicles
On July 31, 2023, the California Privacy Protection Agency’s (“CPPA” or the “Agency”) Enforcement Division announced a review into the data privacy practices of connected vehicle (“CV”) manufacturers... more
1 year ago
Canada imposes new sanctions against Lebanese nationals
Following the third anniversary of the explosion at the Port of Beirut, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing sanctions under... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Lebanon Designations; Issuance of Russia-related General License
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Russia-related General License 13F, "Authorizing Certain Administrative Transactions Prohibited by Directive 4 under Executive Order... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Biden asks Congress for $40 billion to support Ukraine, replenish US disaster aid and bolster border
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration on Thursday asked Congress to provide more than $13 billion in emergency defense aid to Ukraine and an additional $8 billion for... more
1 year ago
x.Yahoo
OFAC designates Sinaloa Cartel operators
Yesterday, OFAC designated 3 Sinaloa cartel operators (press release, notice): Alfonso Arzate Garcia and his brother, Rene Arzate Garcia, both indicted in the US for drug trafficking, who allegedly... more
1 year ago
A presidential candidate in Ecuador has been shot and killed at campaign event
Ecuadorian presidential candidate Fernando Villavicencio was shot and killed Wednesday by an unidentified gunman while at a political rally in the country's capital of Quito, President Guillermo Lasso…... more
1 year ago
Ecuadorian presidential candidate Villavicencio killed in attack
Candidate Fernando Villavicencio was shot dead after a campaign rally in the capital Quito, according to reports.... more
1 year ago
Canada imposes additional sanctions on third anniversary of Belarus’s fraudulent presidential elections
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing sanctions against 9 individuals and 7 entities under the Special Economic Measures Act. These... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
US sanctions Belarus individuals and entities
Today, on the three-year anniversary of the 2020 Belarusian Presidential election, OFAC designated 8 individuals and 5 entities and identified an aircraft as blocked property, (press release, notice):... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Rapid Response Mechanism Canada detects information operation targeting member of Parliament
The Government of Canada maintains the strength and resilience of Canada’s democratic institutions through vigilance, including by monitoring the digital information environment for threats, such as foreign interference.... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada 13th package of Iran sanctions
Yesterday, Canada designated 7 individuals involved in “activities that gravely threaten international peace and security or that constitute gross and systemic violations of human rights” (press release, notice):... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Policy paper: Terms of Central Bank Digital Currency Taskforce: Terms of Reference
This document sets out the Terms of Reference for the Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) Taskforce.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Counter Narcotics Designations; Belarus Designations; Issuance of Belarus General Licenses
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Belarus General License 8 "Authorizing the Wind Down of Transactions Involving Joint Stock Company Byelorussian... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
FCA request data from banks on account closures
This follows our announcement of a data exercise to investigate account closures.  Firms have until 25 August 2023 to provide information on: the number of customers that have... more
1 year ago
.fca
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - August 9, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Guernsey AML/CFT and sanctions guidance for directors
The Guernsey Financial Services Commission today published in final draft form AML/CTF and sanctions guidance for registered directors (notice, guidance), including a list of “higher risk factors”. Further... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Moscow court freezes Goldman Sachs assets
A Moscow court has reportedly frozen $36m worth of Goldman Sachs’ assets following a lawsuit against them filed by Russia’s Bank Otkritie. Otkritie accused Goldman Sachs of refusing... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
New Zealand sanctions on Russia and Belarus
On 21 July 2023, New Zealand designated 6 individuals and 17 entities for providing support for Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine (notice, sanctions list): Eleonora Fedorenko, advisor on... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
News story: G7+ oil price cap continues to pile pressure on Putin six months on
UK-backed price cap on Russian oil and oil products is successfully undermining Putin’s ability to fund his illegal war in Ukraine, according to official data collated six months... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
OFAC publishes Syria humanitarian assistance sanctions compliance guidance
OFAC today published sanctions compliance guidance on the provision of humanitarian assistance to Syria (notice), outlining: the key authorisations for providing humanitarian assistance to Syria; answers to certain... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
UK, US officials pressured journalist to comply with the prosecution of Julian Assange of Wikileaks
The Justice Department and FBI have used “vague threats and pressure tactics” in an attempt to gain compliance with journalists, reporter James Ball said, citing his own experience... more
1 year ago
x.sputniknews
Sanctions Compliance Guidance for the Provision of Humanitarian Assistance to Syria
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing an OFAC Compliance Communique: Guidance for the Provision of Humanitarian Assistance to Syria in... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Italy shocks banks with 40 percent tax on profits they reap from higher interest rates
Italy has dealt a surprise blow to its banks and sent shock waves across the sector in Europe by setting a one-off 40 percent tax on profits reaped... more
1 year ago
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - August 8, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
UK sanctions amendments extended to overseas territories
The Russia (Sanctions) (Overseas Territories) (Amendment) (No. 2) Order 2023 has extended the UK sanctions amendments to British overseas territories (except Bermuda and Gibraltar which implement sanctions through... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Corporate report: The Payment Systems Regulator Annual Report 2022 to 2023
This report summarises the PSR’s activities over the year 2022 to 2023. The PSR is required to publish this report under Paragraph 7 of Schedule 4 of the... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Privacy International raises concerns regarding Pakistan’s Personal Data Protection Bill
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Guidance: Sovereign Grant Act 2011: guidance
Guidance on the Sovereign Grant, which supports the official duties of The King.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Canada sanctions Iranian regime for activities that gravely threaten international peace and security
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing new sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations. This is the 13th package... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canadian publishers want Meta investigated for blocking news, following the impending Canadian law that demands tech firms pay for news
Canadian news industry groups have asked the country’s antitrust regulator to investigate Meta Platforms’ decision to block news on its platforms in the country, accusing the Facebook parent... more
1 year ago
Syria permits UN to use Bab Assalama and Rae’ crossing points for three extra months
Syria permitted the UN and its agencies concerned to use Bab Assalama and al-Rae’ crossing points to deliver humanitarian aid to people in need for three extra months... more
1 year ago
x.SyrArabNewsAgency
Tennessee teen sues school for suspending him after he posted memes mocking principal
Students rights are limited on school grounds. But they don’t cease to exist. And what they do off-campus is subject to even fewer limitations. These are long-held facts... more
1 year ago
x.techdirt
OFSI adds to Russia and Belarus lists
Today OFSI, in what the press release describes as the “largest ever UK action”, added 10 individuals and 9 entities to its Russia sanctions list and 6 entities... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
CHINA: New draft proposes more stringent requirements for processing data in the financial services industry
Authors: Carolyn Bigg, Amanda Ge and Venus Cheung On July 24, 2023, the People’s Bank of China (“PBOC”) released the Measures for the Management of Data Security in... more
1 year ago
Alaska’s bursting ice dam highlights threat of glacial floods worldwide
The grey, two-storey home with white trim toppled and slid, crashing into the river below as rushing waters carried off a bobbing chunk of its roof. Next door,... more
1 year ago
Carcinogens found at Montana nuclear missile sites amid cancer reports
The Air Force has detected unsafe levels of a likely carcinogen at underground launch control centers at a Montana nuclear missile base where a striking number of men... more
1 year ago
.Military Times
Press release: Largest ever UK action targets Putin's access to foreign military supplies
Foreign Secretary announces 25 new sanctions targeting Putin’s access to foreign military equipment.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Guidance: Financial sanctions, Belarus
Belarus is currently subject to UK financial sanctions. This document provides a current list of designated persons.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Financial sanctions, Belarus
Belarus is currently subject to UK financial sanctions. This document provides a current list of designated persons.... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
US SEC publishes AML/CFT and sanctions risk alert
In July 2023, the Division of Examinations, a division within the SEC, published a risk alert on compliance of broker-deals with AML/CFT and sanctions requirements, observing that there... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
UAE-based company complies with deferred prosecution agreement
In July 2020, UAE-based tobacco industry supplier Essentra FZE agreed to pay $665,112 to settle civil liability for 3 violations of the North Korea Sanctions Regulations (previous post)... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Scores of Palestinians injured east of Nablus city
Occupied Jerusalem, SANA- Dozens of Palestinians were injured Tuesday at dawn, as the Israeli occupation forces stormed Askar camp, east of Nablus city in the West Bank. ‘The... more
1 year ago
x.SyrArabNewsAgency
Crypto firm Blockchain.com gets Singapore licence
SINGAPORE - Cryptocurrency firm Blockchain.com has been granted a licence in its South-east Asian headquarters of Singapore that will allow it to expand its services to global institutional... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
China Demands Philippines Remove Ship From Disputed Waters
China Tuesday renewed calls for the Philippines to remove an aging ship from a reef which Manila uses to press its stake in the Spratly Islands in defiance... more
1 year ago
x.defensepost
State Privacy and Data Collection Legislative Update
Throughout 2022 and into 2023, state regulation of data privacy continued its rapid expansion. In 2022, companies prepared for new comprehensive privacy laws in California and Virginia. Three... more
1 year ago
OFSI updates guidance on maritime services ban and oil price cap
Last week, OFSI updated its reporting forms for the oil price cap and maritime services ban general licences.  These changes provide additional information on: how to complete and... more
1 year ago
OFAC amends Mali sanctions regulations
OFAC today amended and replaced the Mali Sanctions Regulations to provide a more comprehensive set of regulations, including additional interpretive and definitional guidance, general licenses, and other regulatory... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Non-EU countries align with EU Russia and Syria sanctions
Last week, the candidate countries North Macedonia, Montenegro, Albania, Ukraine, and Bosnia and Herzegovina, and the EFTA countries Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway, aligned themselves with the EU’s designations... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - August 7, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Expiry of US general licence for transactions with Burma/Myanmar banks
On 21 June 2023, OFAC designated Myanma Foreign Trade Bank and Myanma Investment and Commercial Bank (previous post).  A general licence was issued at the same time, allowing entities to... more
1 year ago
US Afghanistan sanctions developments
The central bank of Afghanistan (Da Afghanistan Bank) has reportedly failed a USAID-funded audit intended to determine whether it meets US conditions for returning a portion of its frozen assets.... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Consultation outcome: Payments Regulation and the Systemic Perimeter: Consultation and Call for Evidence
A consultation and call for evidence on the government’s approach to reforms to the payments regulatory landscape, including the systemic payments perimeter of the Bank of England.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Canada suspends direct development assistance to the Government of Niger
The attempted coup d'état on July 26 is a serious threat to democracy and stability in Niger and the Sahel. Undermining the rule of law threatens the democratically... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
OffshoreAlert Weekly Digest - August 5, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Pakistan’s ex-PM Imran Khan arrested
Following are details of the cases against former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan, who was arrested on Saturday after a court sentenced him to three years in prison... more
1 year ago
EU introduces humanitarian exception to Guinea-Bissau sanctions
The EU today introduced a humanitarian exception to its Guinea-Bissau sanctions regime (Council Regulation (EU) 2023/1593, Council Decision (CFSP) 2023/1598). Asset freeze measures will not apply to the... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Switzerland Burma/Myanmar and Syria designations
Yesterday, Switzerland designated 6 individuals and 1 entity under its Burma/Myanmar sanctions regime (notice) following the same designations made by the EU last month (previous post). Also designated... more
1 year ago
International and national criticism of US sanctions on Cuba and Venezuela
The EU and the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) last month gave a joint declaration criticising the re-designation of Cuba as a state sponsor of... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Publication of Mali Sanctions Regulations
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is amending the Mali Sanctions Regulations and reissuing them in their entirety. This regulatory amendment is currently... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - August 4, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Georgia prohibits export to Russia of vehicles imported from US and EU
Yesterday, The Georgian Ministry of Finance announced that: on 1 August 2023, Georgia banned the export to Russia and Belarus of vehicles which have been imported from the... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFAC delists UAE individual and yacht
Yesterday, OFAC delisted Satish Seemar, a UAE horse trainer (notice).  Mr Seemar had been listed for being the horse trainer for Ramzan Kadyrov, the Head of the Chechen... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Czech Republic: Sanctions Enforcement Around the World, the Czech Perspective
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled Blog Series: Sanctions Enforcement Around the World, the Czech Perspective on 31 July 2023. Read the article via the link here. Please... more
1 year ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
US Intelligence Has Been Manipulating Wikipedia For Over A Decade: Wiki Co-Founder
Some observers who have long watched and carefully documented US government involvement in major social media platforms as well as Wikipedia itself have commented, "the CIA Is running... more
1 year ago
EU imposes new Belarus sanctions
The EU today imposed sanctions on 38 individuals and 3 entities from Belarus “who are responsible for serious human rights violations, contribute to the repression of civil society and... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
FBI Investigation Into Mysterious NSO Spyware Purchase Reveals It Was The FBI Doing The Mysterious Purchasing
As information started to leak out from the… everywhere about NSO Group’s secondhand contribution to surveillance abuses all over the world, the world (except for the worst of... more
1 year ago
x.techdirt
Russia-related Designations Updates and Designation Removal; Global Magnitsky Designation Removal
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - August 3, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
EU updates Russia sanctions FAQs on oil
Yesterday, the EU updated its Russia sanctions FAQS on vessels operating ship-to-ship transfers of Russian oil in EU territorial waters and whether mixed Russian and non-Russian oil is... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
New OFSI general licence for GTLK insolvency activities
OFSI have issued General Licence INT/2023/3263556, which allows payments and other actions to take place in relation to insolvency proceedings associated with two Irish GTLK companies, GTLK Europe... more
1 year ago
China to introduce export controls on drones
China reportedly will place export controls on drones and drone equipment from 1 September 2023 in order to “safeguard national security and interests”.  The restrictions on equipment will... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US publishes intelligence report about China’s support for Russia’s war in Ukraine
Last week, the Office of the Director of National Intelligence published an unclassified report finding that China: has increased its import of Russian oil and gas, overtaking India... more
1 year ago
Research: UK official holdings of international reserves: July 2023
This release details movements in the international reserves of gold and assets held by the UK Government.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Open consultation: Ban on cold calling for consumer financial services and products
Consultation seeking views on the design and scope of the ban on cold calling for consumer financial services and products, including a call for evidence on the impacts... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Ukraine to create sanctions register and extends court deadlines
On 29 July 2023, amendments to Ukraine sanctions legislation entered into force, requiring the establishment of a publicly available sanctions register of designated individuals, statement of reasons, and... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
West Africa regional bloc imposes sanctions on Niger following coup
It has been reported that the Economic Community of West African States and the West African Monetary and Economic Union have suspended commercial transactions with Niger, frozen Niger’s... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - August 2, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
UN eases arms embargo on CAR security forces
Last week, the UN extended its arms embargo against CAR until 31 July 2024, but decided that the arms embargo measures established through resolution 2127 (2013) and the... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Statement by Minister Joly and Minister Khera on Romani Genocide Remembrance Day
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Kamal Khera, Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, today issued the following statement:... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Japan to extend export ban on cars to Russia
It has been reported that Japan will extend its ban on car exports to Russia to include all new and used vehicles over 1900 cc, hybrid cars, and... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Japan and South Korea restore each other’s preferred trade country status
On 27 June 2023, Japan re-added South Korea as a preferred trade country (Group A country).  Japan removed South Korea from what was formerly known as the “white... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
News story: New Government Actuary appointed
Fiona Dunsire has been appointed as the new Government Actuary.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
US designates Bosnia & Herzegovina officials
This week, OFAC designated 1 state-level official of Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) and 3 government officials from the Republika Srpska (one of the two entities comprising Bosnia &... more
1 year ago
US sanctions members of ISIS and al-Qaida in Maldives
This week, OFAC listed key leaders and financial facilitators of ISIS and al-Qaida in the Maldives.  20 ISIS, ISIS-Khorasan, and al-Qaida operatives, and 29 associated companies were designated... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Press release: Deal struck on a renewed Fiscal Framework for the Scottish Government
The UK and Scottish governments have agreed on an updated Fiscal Framework, enabling the Scottish Government to invest further in key infrastructure... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: The updated agreement on the Scottish Government’s Fiscal Framework
On 20 July 2023 the Scottish and UK governments agreed to update the Fiscal Framework for the Scottish Government.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: Consultation to ban scam calls launched
A special support service for victims of fraud has also been expanded to cover all 43 police forces in England and Wales.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Consultation outcome: Insurer Resolution Regime: Consultation
This consultation paper sets out proposals to align the UK to international standards in insurer resolution, enhancing UK financial stability in the event of insurer failure.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
SINGAPORE: Proposed Guidelines on Use of Personal Data in AI Systems
Authors: Carolyn Bigg, Lauren Hurcombe and Yue Lin Lee. On 18 July 2023, Singapore’s Personal Data Protection Commission (“PDPC”) issued for public consultation a set of proposed guidelines... more
1 year ago
UK sanctions Russian judicial figures involved in trial of Kara-Murza
OFSI yesterday designated 6 judicial figures involved in the trial of Vladimir Kara-Murza (press release, notice): Vitaly Alexsandrovich Belitsky, Ekaterina Mikhailovna Dorokhina, and Natalia Nikolaevna Dudar, judges who... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
ICC publishes report on dual-use goods and proliferation financing
The International Chamber of Commerce has published a report addressing the challenges of dual-use goods in the financial services industry, providing guidance on implementing controls and risk-based approaches... more
1 year ago
Correspondence: DAO 04/23 Government Efficiency Framework
'Dear Accounting Officer' letters provide advice on accountability, regularity, propriety, value for money and annual accounting exercises.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - August 1, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
News story: Sarah Breeden appointed as Deputy Governor of the Bank of England
Sarah will take up her role at the Bank on 1 November 2023, after the appointment was approved by His Majesty The King.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
UK SRA report on regulatory risk during economic uncertainty
The UK Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) last week published a report supporting law firms in identifying areas of risk in a period of economic uncertainty, including guidance on... more
1 year ago
Guidance: OFSI General Licence INT/2023/3263556
Details of General Licence INT/2023/3263556 GTLK Companies and their Subsidiaries – Insolvency related payments and activities.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
UN 32nd ISIL & Al-Qaida Monitoring Team Report
Last week, the UN ISIL (Da’esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions Committee Monitoring Team published its 32nd Report, noting that: there were concerns regarding the lack of accurate identifiers, stating... more
1 year ago
UK Parliament Foreign Affairs Committee Report on the Wagner Network
Last week, the House of Commons’ Foreign Affairs Committee published a report (notice): Guns for gold: the Wagner Network exposed: detailing the development over the last decade of... more
1 year ago
Czechia autonomous sanctions designations
In January 2023, Czechia introduced national sanctions legislation, the Sanctions Act, to impose autonomous sanctions, which it used for the first time in April by entering the head... more
1 year ago
EU sets up Haiti sanctions regime
Last week, the EU set up an autonomous Haiti sanctions regime, allowing the EU to impose sanctions on individuals and entities responsible for threatening the peace, security or... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Introduction to OFAC video series
Last week, OFAC released the first episode of its “Introduction to OFAC” web series, a series of short videos created to provide the public with a high-level introduction... more
1 year ago
Statement on attempted coup in Niger
Global Affairs Canada today issued the following statement: “Canada welcomes the leadership and decisions taken by the leaders of the Economic Community of West African States [ECOWAS] at... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
News story: Tax cut for 38,000 British pubs
Over 38,000 UK pubs and bars have seen a tax cut on the pints they pull from today (1 August 2023) as the government’s historic alcohol duty changes... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Blog Series: Sanctions Enforcement Around the World, the Czech Perspective
This week in our Sanctions Enforcement Around the World series, we bring you the view from the Czech Republic. While historically the Czech Republic has had legal tools... more
1 year ago
UK ECJU updates open general export licences
Today, 6 open general export licences (OGELs) were revised to address the updates to the lists of controlled items in the dual-use regulations introduced earlier this month (notice,... more
1 year ago
Counter Terrorism Designations and Designation Update; Balkans-related Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Press release: UK sanctions key figures involved in deplorable sentencing of dual British national Vladimir Kara-Murza after appeal is rejected
New sanctions target 6 figures involved in the trial of Vladimir Kara-Murza, who is facing 25 years in a penal colony after the rejection of his appeal.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
EU sanctions Russian ‘Recent Reliable News’ campaign
Last week, the EU made designations connected to a digital information manipulation campaign called ‘RRN’ (Recent Reliable News), allegedly aimed at distorting information and disseminating propaganda in support... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US makes removals from Russia and Venezuela lists
Last week, the US removed Didier Casimiro, former VP of Rosneft, from its Russia list.  Mr Casimiro is not listed by the EU but he is still listed... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - July 31, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
UK amends Russia, CAR and Mali listings
Last week, the UK amended the: Russia listings: the statement of reasons for listing for Andrey Vladimirovich Sharonov and Eugene Tenenbaum (notice); CAR listings: the name of Alexander... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU lists individuals pursuant to DRC sanctions regime
Last week, the EU designated 9 Congolese and Rwandan individuals allegedly responsible for acts that constitute serious human rights violations, and for sustaining the armed conflict, instability and... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Non-EU countries align with extension of anti-cyber-attacks and Syria sanctions
The candidate countries North Macedonia, Montenegro, Albania, Ukraine, Republic of Moldova and Bosnia and Herzegovina, and the EFTA country Norway aligned themselves with the extension to May 2024... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Guidance: Guidance for approval of senior pay
How senior pay and reward packages are approved.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Open consultation: Oil and gas fiscal regime review: call for evidence
A call for evidence on the long term oil and gas fiscal regime.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Body Of Missing Crypto Billionaire Found Chopped Up In Suitcase
Fernando Perez Algaba had been staying in Argentina for a week before his alleged murder. Fernando Perez Algaba, the cryptocurrency influencer from Argentina who had been missing for... more
1 year ago
OffshoreAlert Weekly Digest - July 29, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
US Was Behind Both Crimean Bridge Attacks: Seymour Hersh
Legendary national security journalist Seymour Hersh has published a report this week alleging US intelligence helped the Ukrainians blow up the Kerch Bridge (or also, Crimean Bridge), which... more
1 year ago
Introduction to OFAC Video Series
Today, OFAC is releasing the first episode of its "Introduction to OFAC" web series, a series of short videos created to provide viewers with a high-level introduction on... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Venezuela-related Designations Removals; Global Magnitsky Designation Update
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - July 28, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
OFAC designates ISIS-Somalia financier
Yesterday, OFAC listed Abdiweli Mohamed Yusuf, the head of the finance office of ISIS-Somalia, on the SDN counter-terrorism list (press release, press release, notice). Abdiweli Mohamed Yusuf has allegedly... more
1 year ago
PI response to UK Government consultation on Technical Capabilities Notices
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Statement by Minister Ng on U.S. duty rates on Canadian softwood lumber
“Canada is very disappointed that the United States continues to impose unwarranted and unfair duties on Canadian softwood lumber. The only fair outcome would be for the United... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Proposed US bill to establish AUKUS task force and amend Export Control Act
Last week a bill was introduced in the House of Representatives to establish a task force to implement AUKUS, the trilateral security pact between Australia, the UK, and... more
1 year ago
Guidance: OFSI General Licence INT/2022/2085212
Details of OFSI General Licence INT/2022/2085212... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
EU updates Russia sanctions FAQs
Yesterday, the EU updated its Russia sanctions FAQs on the following topics: Imports, purchase and transfer of listed goods Transit of listed goods via Russia Customs related matters... more
1 year ago
Counter Terrorism Designation
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - July 27, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
US compliance note on voluntary self-disclosure of sanctions / export controls violations
OFAC, BIS, and DOJ yesterday issued a tri-seal compliance note focusing on the voluntary self-disclosure (VSD) policies that apply to US sanctions, export controls, and other national security... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
News story: UK and Singapore Enhance Cooperation in Sustainable Finance and FinTech
HM Treasury and Monetary Authority of Singapore joint statement on the eighth meeting of the UK-Singapore Financial Dialogue.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Article 6 ECHR & AF(3) disclosure applies to JR of NCA’s refusal of consent to transfer money from law firm client account to US sanctioned client
The claimant was captured in Baghdad by British forces in 2004 before being transferred to US custody and was held without charge or trial until his release in... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Israeli protests cast light on laws discriminating against Palestinians
The passing of a bill this week by the Israeli parliament, or Knesset, restricting the Supreme Court’s powers has garnered domestic opposition and even international calls for Prime... more
1 year ago
Russian fighter jet strikes another American drone over Syria
A Russian fighter jet fired flares and struck another U.S. drone over Syrian airspace on Wednesday, the White House said, in a continued string of harassing maneuvers that... more
1 year ago
.Military Times
US individual sentenced for conspiring to violate Iran sanctions
Behrouz Mokhtari, a US national, was sentenced today to 41 months in prison followed by 3 years of supervised release for violating US sanctions against Iran by conspiring... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU Court annuls 2022 listings of former prosecutor-general of Ukraine and his son
Today, the EU General Court annulled for the 5th time in 5 years the acts designating Viktor Pshonka, former Prosecutor General of Ukraine and his son Artem Pshonka (Case... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Publication of Tri-Seal Compliance Note: Voluntary Self-Disclosure of Potential Violations
Today, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), and the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - July 26, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Judge says she's not ready to accept Hunter Biden's plea deal, which tried to get him immunity for multiple crimes
The judge in the Hunter Biden case said Wednesday she is not ready to accept the plea deal struck between the president's son and the Justice Department, and... more
1 year ago
NPR
UK SRA publishes AML/CFT and sanctions risk assessment
The UK Solicitors Regulation Authority has published an anti-money laundering & terrorist financing risk assessment document which describes sanctions risk factors (eg certain jurisdictions) & ownership and control... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFSI updates guidance on refusing licences
OFSI today updated its general guidance on financial sanctions, amending section 6.12, “refusal of a licence”.  The section now reads: “If OFSI refuses to issue a licence, the... more
1 year ago
NATO hacked by SiegedSec hackers
NATO has confirmed that its IT team is investigating claims about an alleged data-theft hack on the Communities of Interest (COI) Cooperation Portal by a hacking group known... more
1 year ago
bleepingcomputer
US officials to meet Taliban representatives in Doha
Department of State says diplomats will discuss humanitarian issues and ‘critical interests’ with Afghan group officials. Washington, DC – United States diplomats will meet with Taliban representatives in... more
1 year ago
Non-EU countries align with the extension of EU operation IRINI
On 10 July 2023, The EU extended indefinitely the life of EUNAVFOR MED IRINI, the EU naval operation implementing the UN arms embargo on Libya (previous post, Council... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
United States: BIS issues guidance for license applications for medical-related items for Russia, Belarus and occupied/covered regions of Ukraine
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled BIS Issues Best Practices for License Applications for Medical-related Items for Russia, Belarus, and Occupied/Covered Regions of Ukraine on 19 July... more
1 year ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
The Netherlands: Dutch authorities make arrest over Russia sanctions circumvention
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled Dutch authorities make arrest over Russia sanctions circumvention on 20 July 2023. Read the article via the link here. Please also visit... more
1 year ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Russian cybersecurity chief Ilya Sachkov jailed for 14 years for treason
Ilya Sachkov who helped found one of Russia’s most prominent cybersecurity firms was accused of passing information to foreign spies. A Russian court has jailed for 14 years... more
1 year ago
UK Court dismisses challenge to Russia sanctions detention of Phi superyacht
In March 2022, Grant Shapps, then the Secretary of State for Transport, detained the superyacht Phi pursuant to regulation 57D of the UK Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
SEC now requires companies to disclose cyberattacks in 4 days
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has adopted new rules requiring publicly traded companies to disclose cyberattacks within four business days after determining they're material incidents. According to... more
1 year ago
bleepingcomputer
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - July 25, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
EU updates Russia sanctions FAQs
Yesterday the European Commission updated its Russia sanctions FAQs on the following topics: Access to EU ports Oil price cap Asset freeze and prohibition to provide funds or... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Canada announces funding of over $200 million to support food security, education, health and sexual and reproductive health and rights in Tanzania
Today, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, announced funding for $212.75 million in development... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces  development programs to support food security, education, health and sexual and reproductive health and rights in Tanzania
Canada announced $212.75 million in development programming as Minister Sajjan concluded his trip to Tanzania.... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
OFAC sanctions Malian officials connected with Wagner Group
Yesterday OFAC designated 3 Malian transition government and military officials for allegedly facilitating the expansion of Wagner Group activities in Mali (press release, press release, notice): Colonel Sadio Camara,... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Philippines designates Communist Party members as terrorists
On 13 July 2023 the Philippine Government’s Anti-Terrorism Council designated 6 individuals as terrorist members of the Communist Party of the Philippines – New People’s Army (CPP-NPA) (press... more
1 year ago
Press release: PM call with the President of Ukraine: 25 July 2023
The Prime Minister Rishi Sunak spoke to Ukrainian President Zelenskyy today.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Kremlin restricts travel for UK diplomats in Russia
Russia’s foreign ministry has imposed travel restrictions on British diplomats working in the country: UK diplomats must give at least 5 days’ notice and provide extensive travel details... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US delists 2 former directors of Bank Otkritie
Last week, at the same time as adding 120 entries to its SDN list, OFAC removed from the Russia list Elena Titova and Andrey Golikov, two former independent... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Irish Government publishes guidance on Russia sanctions
In June 2023 the Irish Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment published for traders a summary and guidance note on EU sanctions in response to the situation in... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Submission to the UN Secretary General's Report on the Human Rights of Migrants
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
UK Govt confirms in Parliament it did not intend to prohibit non-UK sanctions compliance advice and will publish a GL in the next few days
Last week there were debates in Parliament on the Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment) (No. 3) Regulations 2023, the provisions restricting legal advisory services (Hansard, Hansard).  Key points:... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - July 24, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Inaugural US-UK Strategic Sanctions Dialogue
Last week the US and the UK held the inaugural Strategic Sanctions Dialogue in Washington DC, delivering on the 2023 Atlantic Declaration commitment to strengthen cooperation on sanctions... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Canada: additional sanctions against Russia
Mélanie Joly, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced last week that Canada is imposing sanctions against 20 individuals and 21 entities connected to Russia’s military-industrial complex and 19... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
129/2023 : 24 July 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-107/23
Lin Area of Freedom, Security and Justice Combating fraud against the European Union’s financial interests: national rules on limitation periods for criminal liability must allow effective prevention and... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
129/2023 : 24 July 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-107/23
Lin Area of Freedom, Security and Justice Lutte contre la fraude aux intérêts financiers de l’Union européenne : les règles nationales de prescription pénale doivent permettre une prévention et... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Latest US sanctions on Russia
Last week OFAC introduced a new wave of over 120 Russia sanctions designations, further restricting access to military products, targeting the Russian metal, mining, and energy sectors, and... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OffshoreAlert Weekly Digest - July 22, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Ukraine attacked Russian village with cluster munitions: Governor
The governor of Russia’s Belgorod region has said that Ukraine fired cluster munitions at a village near the Ukrainian border on Friday, but that there were no casualties... more
1 year ago
Protesters try to storm Baghdad's Green Zone over Quran and flag burning in Denmark
[caption id="attachment_132413" align="aligncenter" width="650"] Protesters gather in Baghdad's Tahrir Square, carrying Iraqi flags and images of influential Iraqi Shiite cleric and political leader Muqtada al-Sadr, Saturday, July 22,... more
1 year ago
NPR
US commissions navy warship USS Canberra in Sydney: first US Navy vessel to join active service at a foreign port
The USS Canberra is the latest military collaboration between the two countries as they join forces to combat China’s influence in the Pacific. The United States has commissioned... more
1 year ago
Security Council ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida Sanctions Committee Amends Two Entries to Its Sanctions List
On 21 July 2023, the Security Council Committee pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999), 1989 (2011) and 2253 (2015) concerning ISIL (Da’esh), Al‑Qaida and associated individuals, groups, undertakings and... more
1 year ago
UN.org
EU makes designations under Global Human Rights regime
The EU yesterday listed 18 individuals and 5 entities pursuant its Global Human Rights regime (press release, regulation, decision, regulation, decision). 6 individuals were listed for sexual and... more
1 year ago
New EU designations under Myanmar/Burma regime
Yesterday the EU designated 6 individuals and 1 entity under the Myanmar/Burma regime (press release, regulation, decision): Myint Kyaing, Minister for Immigration and Population, Pwint San, Minister for... more
1 year ago
EU adopts new Iran sanctions and renews other sanctions regimes
Yesterday the EU established a new sanctions framework in response to Iran’s military support of Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine (press release).  The new regime: prohibits the... more
1 year ago
Minister Joly announces contribution to European Union Mission in Armenia
Canada is following the situation on the ground in Armenia very closely and is committed to working with allies to help uphold peace and stability in the region.... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - July 21, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Deutsche Bank fined for insufficient AML and sanctions controls
Yesterday the US Federal Reserve Board announced two enforcement actions against Deutsche Bank, issuing a consent order and a $186m fine based on unsound practices and failure to... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Australia imposes further Russia and Belarus sanctions
Yesterday Australia imposed sanctions on 45 Russian and Belarussian individuals and entities (press release).  10 individuals were designated: Andrei Removich Belousov, First Deputy Prime Minister of Russia, and... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Policy paper: Payment account contract termination and freedom of expression
Policy statement setting out the government’s planned reforms relating to contract termination rules for payment accounts.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Amazon agrees to $25 million fine for Alexa children privacy violations, Ring subsidiary also facing $5 million fine
The U.S. Justice Department and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced that Amazon has agreed to pay a $25 million fine to settle alleged children's privacy laws violations... more
1 year ago
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Canada Imposes Additional Sanctions Against Russia: 39 Individuals and 25 Entities Targeted
On July 20, 2023, Canada announced additional amendments to the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations (the “Regulations”) in response to individuals and entities “complicit in Russia’s ongoing violation... more
1 year ago
Readout: Canada strengthens bilateral relationship with Rwandan President
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, the Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint Statement by Canada and the Kingdom of the Netherlands on the postponement of provisional measures hearings at the International Court of Justice to halt Syria’s torture practices
Canada and the Netherlands regret that the 19 and 20 July 2023 hearings before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) regarding their request for provisional measures to halt... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Press release: Government clamps down on unfair bank account closures
New rules give consumers greater confidence to challenge decisions... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HM Treasury Senior Officials' Travel Expenses, Hospitality and the Permanent Secretaries Meetings with External Organisations: January to March 2023
Travel and hospitality used by HM Treasury senior officials at Senior Civil Service 2 (or equivalent) and above.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
PI's submission to the Independent Review of the Investigatory Powers Act 2016
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Guidance: Sustainability Reporting Guidance 2023-24
Guidance on sustainability reporting for central government bodies preparing annual reports and accounts, which may be used by other public sector bodies.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Block Grant Transparency: July 2023
This is the sixth edition of a breakdown of changes in the devolved administrations’ block grant funding from the 2015 Spending Review up to and including Main Estimates... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: Private Finance Initiative and Private Finance 2 projects: 2022 summary data
PFI and PF2 data for current projects as at 31 March 2022 along with an interactive dashboard... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HMT Government Major Projects Portfolio data, 2023
HM Treasury (HMT) March 2023 Government Major Projects Portfolio data that supports the 2022-23 Infrastructure and Projects Authority (IPA) annual report.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HMT ministers' meetings, hospitality, gifts and overseas travel: 1 January to 31 March 2023
Ministers' meetings, hospitality, gifts and overseas travel.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: Treasury: special advisers’ gifts, hospitality and meetings, January to March 2023
This document details hospitality received by HMT special advisers worth more than £140.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: The Online System for Central Accounting and Reporting (OSCAR) User Guide
This user guide is a practical reference guide for anyone with direct, or indirect, responsibility for submitting their data via the OSCAR system.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
UK sanctions Wagner Group leaders and entities
Today the UK designated 13 individuals and entities linked to the Wagner Group across three sanctions regimes in Africa: Mali, CAR, and Sudan (press release, notice, notice, notice):... more
1 year ago
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1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Canada announces funding for women and girls’ health and rights, and gender equality at 2023 Women Deliver Conference
Canada is committed to working with Canadian and global partners to uphold and promote the health and rights of women and girls, including their sexual and reproductive health... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces funding for projects to advance sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), and gender equality internationally
Canada has announced over $200 million for 15 projects under the SheSOARS (Strengthening Opportunities in Accessing Reproductive Services) initiative in more than 18 countries, with a focus on... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
UK removes individual from entity list
The FCDO today removed Oleg Yurievich Tinkov, the founder of Tinkoff Bank, from the Russia sanctions list (notice). Mr Tinkov has been critical of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Guidance: TCFD-aligned disclosure application guidance
Applying the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosure (TCFD) recommendations in central government and, where appropriate, the wider public sector.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Russia-related Designations; Ukraine-related Designation Update; Russia-related Designations Removals; Issuance of Russia-related General Licenses
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Russia-related General License 70, "Authorizing the Wind Down of Transactions Involving Joint Stock Company Ural... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Minister Joly announces additional sanctions against Russia in response to ongoing war of aggression against Ukraine
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing sanctions against 20 individuals and 21 entities connected to Russia’s military-industrial complex and against... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - July 20, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Open consultation: Joint HMT-HMRC consultation on tax incentives for occupational health
Public consultation on the role of tax incentives in boosting occupational health provision by employers.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HM Treasury business appointment rules advice January to March 2023
This page summarises advice given under the business appointment rules to applicants at SCS2 and SCS1 level and equivalents.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: Sovereign Grant recalculated as offshore wind profits rise
The Royal Trustees have today (20 July) published their review of the Sovereign Grant which sets the proportion of The Crown Estate’s net profits used to calculate the... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Dutch authorities make arrest over Russia sanctions circumvention
On 18 July 2023, the Dutch Fiscal Intelligence and Investigation Service (FIOD) published a statement that it had recently arrested a Dutch citizen in an ongoing investigation into... more
1 year ago
Corporate report: Whole of Government Accounts, 2020-21
This publication contains the Whole of Government Accounts for the year ended 31 March 2021.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Corporate report: HM Treasury annual report and accounts 2022 to 2023
Here are HM Treasury's annual report and accounts for the year 2022 to 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Report of the Royal Trustees on the Sovereign Grant Review 2023
Guidance on the Sovereign Grant, which supports the official duties of His Majesty The King.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Memorandum of Understanding on Royal Taxation 2023
A Memorandum of Understanding about how His Majesty The King and His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales pay tax.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Financial sanctions, Mali
Mali is currently subject to UK financial sanctions. This document contains a current list of designated persons.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Financial sanctions, Mali
Mali is currently subject to UK financial sanctions. This document contains a current list of designated persons.... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
National Statistics: HM Treasury: 2023 COVID-19 Cost Tracker update
Official Statistics on the cost of measures announced in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and how much the government has spent on these measures so far.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
US publishes fact sheet on defence export controls
Last week the US Department of State published a fact sheet about US defence export controls, outlining, amongst other things: the exemptions available under the ITAR to enable... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Corporate report: Royal Mint Trading Fund: Annual Report and Accounts 2022 to 2023
The Royal Mint Trading Fund Annual Report and Accounts 2022 to 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
BIS Issues Best Practices for License Applications for Medical-related Items for Russia, Belarus, and Occupied/Covered Regions of Ukraine
On July 19, 2023, the Bureau of Industry and Security (“BIS”) in the US Commerce Department published much-anticipated guidance for license applications involving medical-related items destined to Russia,... more
1 year ago
Stanford President Marc Tessier-Lavigne resigns following research ethics probe
The president of Stanford University has stepped down in the wake of an independent investigation that found “substandard practices” in research papers he was involved in. Marc Tessier-Lavigne,... more
1 year ago
OFAC sanctions North Macedonian businessman and drug traffickers
Today OFAC designated Jordan “Orce” Kamcev, a North Macedonia businessman, who the US Treasury says engaged in corrupt activities, including the Vodno Land Parcels scheme, where he allegedly... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Dutch police arrest individual for exporting computers to Russia
It has been reported that Dutch police have arrested an individual for violating Russia sanctions by exporting computers and computer components to third countries, such as Kazakhstan, Mongolia,... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
National Statistics: Public Expenditure Statistical Analyses 2023
HM Treasury statistical data setting out the year's information on government spending.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Corporate report: UK Debt Management Office and Debt Management Account annual report and accounts, 2022 to 2023
Annual report and accounts of the United Kingdom Debt Management Office and the Debt Management Account.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - July 19, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
UK updates export control guidance
The UK Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU) today: published guidance on how EU general export authorisations (GEAs) permit the export of specified controlled dual-use goods from Northern Ireland... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Norway to establish sanctions and export control agency
Last week the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that it has begun the process of establishing a new subsidiary agency to specifically deal with export control and... more
1 year ago
Guidance: The Government Efficiency Framework
The GEF will improve how Departments report efficiencies and ensure the government has appropriate oversight to track delivery and drive improvement.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
National Statistics: Public Spending Statistics release: July 2023
The July 2023 national statistics public expenditure outturn release.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Official Statistics: Forecasts for the UK economy: July 2023
A comparison of independent forecasts for the UK economy in July 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Doing Business in Canada 2023
Welcome to the 2023 edition of Baker McKenzie’s Doing Business in Canada, a practical guide to the business and investment legal framework and developments in Canada. We hope... more
1 year ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Transparency data: Government Major Projects Portfolio: Accounting Officer assessments MOD
A summary of Accounting Officer assessments completed for MOD programmes on the Government Major Projects Portfolio.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Canada appoints its first ambassador to Estonia
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the appointment of Laird Hindle as Ambassador to the Republic of Estonia.... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada condemns Russia’s withdrawal from the Black Sea Grain Initiative
"Canada strongly condemns the decision of the Russian Federation to withdraw its participation in the Black Sea Grain Initiative (BSGI) brokered by the United Nations and Türkiye as... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Corporate report: Financial Reporting Advisory Board annual report: 2022 to 2023
The twenty-sixth report of the Financial Reporting Advisory Board (FRAB) for the years 2022 to 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - July 18, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Corporate report: FSCS Annual Report and Accounts and Class Statements 2022/23
In its Annual Report and Accounts and Class Statements published today (Tuesday 18 July 2023), the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) outlines the vital work it carried out... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Bringing a Ukrainian vehicle into the UK – tax and registration
Vehicle tax and registration rules for people with a Ukrainian vehicle who have been issued a visa on the Family, Sponsor or Extension Ukraine visa schemes.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
News story: Ministers reveal new plans to boost animated film productions in UK
Animated film productions in the UK are set for a boost as the government reveals increased tax relief, to take effect from 1 January 2024.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Corporate report: UK Asset Resolution - Annual Report and Accounts 2022-23
UK Asset Resolution Ltd - Annual Report and Accounts for the 12 months to 31 March 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Open consultation: Legislative reform of the Terminal Markets Order: Consultation
A consultation on legislative reforms to modernise the legislation that underpins the VAT treatment of certain wholesale commodity transactions.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Consultation outcome: R&D Tax Reliefs Review: Consultation on a single scheme
This consultation seeks views on the design of a single, simplified research and development (R&D) tax relief scheme, merging the existing research and development expenditure credit (RDEC) and... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Russia enters foreign companies into compulsory administration
On Sunday 16 July 2023 the Kremlin entered into temporary administration the Russian subsidiary of French yoghurt maker, Danone, and the shares held by Danish brewer, Carlsberg, in... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Lithuania publishes guidance on sanctions circumvention
Lithuania’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has published guidance on detecting and preventing sanctions evasion and circumvention, detailing: what factors should companies take into account when undertaking risk assessments;... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Global: Five Eyes Partners agree to coordinate enforcement on export controls
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled  Blog Series: Sanctions Enforcement Around the World – Five Eyes Partners agree to coordinate enforcement on export controls on 11 July... more
1 year ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
United States and United Kingdom: OFAC and OFSI issue Joint Humanitarian Assistance and Food Security Fact Sheet
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled  OFAC and OFSI Issue Joint Humanitarian Assistance and Food Security Fact Sheet Relating to Russia on 11 July 2023. Read... more
1 year ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Corporate report: Reclaim Fund Ltd Annual Report and Accounts 2022/23
Reclaim Fund Ltd presents its Annual Report and Accounts, covering the 12 month accounting period to 31 March 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
UK will publish General Licence permitting those within scope of UK Russia sanctions to advise on compliance with all sanctions regimes
HMG confirmed this morning at the Ministry of Justice webinar that it will publish a general licence as soon as possible permitting those within the scope of UK... more
1 year ago
Non-EU countries align with EU Iran sanctions
The candidate countries for EU accession, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Albania, Ukraine, Moldova and Bosnia and Herzegovina, as well as the EFTA countries Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway, members of... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Official Statistics: Help to Buy: ISA Scheme Quarterly Statistics: December 2015 to 31 March 2023
This statistical release presents official statistics on the government’s Help to Buy: ISA scheme.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Official Statistics: Mortgage Guarantee Scheme Quarterly Statistics: 19 April 2021 to 31 March 2023
This statistical release presents official statistics on the government’s 2021 mortgage guarantee scheme.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
US deploys nuclear-armed submarine to South Korea
For the first time since the 1980s, the United States has deployed a nuclear-armed ballistic missile submarine (SSBN) to South Korea, as the allies launched talks to coordinate their responses... more
1 year ago
Policy paper: UK–Ukraine development partnership summary
An overview of Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) development activity with Ukraine.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
DSIR Deeper Dive: A New Wave of Privacy Class Actions Targets Hospital Website Analytics Tools
As with many websites, hospitals often deploy third-party analytics tools to measure browser traffic in order to increase awareness of their websites, ensure website optimization and provide health... more
1 year ago
UK Russia sanctions in response to deportation of Ukrainian children and propaganda
The UK Foreign Office today announced 14 new Russia designations in response to Russia’s “attempts to destroy Ukrainian national identity” (press release, notice): 11 individuals for their alleged... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU renews Syria humanitarian exemption
The EU today renewed the humanitarian exemption to its Syria sanctions regime until 24 February 2024 (press release; Council Regulation (EU) 2023/1462; Council Decision (CFSP) 2023/1467). The EU... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Russian citizen charged with violating US export controls and sanctions
Last week Vadim Konoshchenok was extradited from Estonia to the US to face charges of smuggling US-origin dual-use technologies and ammunitions to Russia; he is also alleged to... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - July 17, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Research: The Self-Employment Income Support Scheme final evaluation
The final evaluation of the joint evaluation by HM Treasury and HM Revenue and Customs of the Self-Employment Income Support Scheme.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Research: The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme final evaluation
The final evaluation of the joint evaluation by HM Treasury and HM Revenue and Customs of the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
EBA Opinion on risks to AML/CTF and sanctions effectiveness
The European Banking Authority’s 4th Opinion on money laundering and terrorist financing risks discusses the risks impacting on the effectiveness of EU sanctions (press release, Opinion), and says... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
UK Law Society parliamentary briefing on legal services restrictions
The Law Society has published a parliamentary briefing note (press release), outlining its concerns about the Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment) (No. 3) Regulations 2023 (on the legal... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Press release: UK announces new sanctions in response to Russia’s forced deportation of Ukrainian children
Foreign Secretary James Cleverly has announced 14 new sanctions in response to Russia’s attempts to destroy Ukrainian national identity.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Policy paper: Treasury Minutes - July 2023
Government departments respond to the Public Accounts Committee reports through a Treasury minute.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
127/2023 : 14 July 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-87/22
TT Area of Freedom, Security and Justice Wrongful removal of a child: although the court of the Member State in which the child was habitually resident has jurisdiction... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
German strategy on China sanctions and export controls
The German government this week published a strategy paper on relations between Germany and China, including the use of sanctions and export controls against China and Chinese entities... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Parliamentary Secretary Oliphant to attend commemoration events of the 25th anniversary of the adoption of the Rome Statute
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced today that the Honourable Robert Oliphant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, will attend events to commemorate... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng concludes successful seventh meeting of Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership Commission
Today, in Auckland, New Zealand, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, concluded her participation in the seventh Commission meeting... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) - Joint Ministerial Statement on the Occasion of the Seventh Commission Meeting
The Seventh Commission Meeting, hosted by Aotearoa New Zealand took place in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, on 16 July. Ministers and Senior Officials representing Australia, Brunei Darussalam, Canada, Chile,... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng welcomes United Kingdom’s accession to Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership
Today, Canada welcomes the United Kingdom, a long-standing friend and ally, as the newest member of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP).... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
OffshoreAlert Weekly Digest - July 15, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
United States: OFAC extends General License authorizing certain liquefied petroleum gas exports to Venezuela
On 10 July 2023, the US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) reissued General License 40B, “Authorizing Certain Transactions Involving the Exportation or Reexportation... more
1 year ago
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Minister Ng meets New Zealand ministerial counterparts Damien O’Connor and Rino Tirikatene
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, met with her New Zealander counterparts, Damien O’Connor, Minister for Trade and... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
U.S. Virgin Islands Wants JPMorgan Chase to Pay Big Over Epstein
Backstory: Epstein continued socializing with A-listers despite conviction – media, New reports on Jeffrey Epstein demonstrate deep-going corruption of US ruling elite The U.S. Virgin Islands government is... more
1 year ago
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128/2023 : 14 July 2023 - Information
The Court’s videoconference system complies with data protection rules, says EDPS... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - July 14, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Non-EU countries align with EU’s 11th package of Russia sanctions
The candidate countries for EU accession, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Albania, Ukraine and Bosnia and Herzegovina, as well as the EFTA countries Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway, members of the... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
127/2023 : 14 July 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-87/22
TT Area of Freedom, Security and Justice Déplacement illicite d’un enfant : bien que compétente pour se prononcer sur le droit de garde, la juridiction de l’État membre... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
US designates former Panamanian President
Yesterday Antony J. Blinken, the US Secretary of State, announced the designation of former Panamanian President, Juan Carlos Varela Rodriguez, due to his alleged involvement in significant corruption... more
1 year ago
Transparency data: Economic Crime Strategic Board minutes and agenda: 1 December 2021
Minutes from the meeting of the Economic Crime Strategic Board on 1 December 2021.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: Industry expert appointed to support Advanced Manufacturing Regulation Review
Brian Holliday will support work investigating the pro-innovation regulation of advanced manufacturing, one of the Chancellor’s five key growth areas.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Privacy International and Electronic Frontier Foundation Comments on the Draft Text of the UN Cybercrime Convention
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
News story: South Yorkshire named as first UK Investment Zone
Communities in the region are set to benefit from thousands of new jobs and £1.2 billion of investment... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Poland: compulsory administration of sanctioned entities
In August 2022, Poland implemented an amendment to its Sanctions Act, which grants power to the Polish government to establish temporary administration over a designated entity when it... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Parliamentary Secretary Oliphant speaks with representative of National Unity Government of Myanmar
The Honourable Robert Oliphant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, on behalf of the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met virtually with Zin Mar... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
OFSI to return incomplete licence applications without engagement
Yesterday OFSI said that they will no longer engage with applicants who have submitted “incomplete applications” until such a time as sufficient details and evidence have been received... more
1 year ago
EU Court approves Clearstream’s compliance with US extra-territorial sanctions
Yesterday the General Court of the EU confirmed the Commission’s decisions authorising Clearstream Banking AG to comply with US sanctions imposed on Iran (press release; Case T?8/21; all... more
1 year ago
The New EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework in Half a Dozen FAQs
On July 10, 1962, NASA launched Telstar 1, the first active communications satellite linking Europe and the United States through live television transmission. Sixty-one years later, on July... more
1 year ago
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - July 13, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
US sanctions Sinaloa Cartel members
Yesterday OFAC designated 10 individuals and 1 entity associated with the “Los Chapitos” faction of the Sinaloa Cartel who are responsible for a significant portion of the illicit... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Media Registration for the Seventh Assembly of the Global Environment Facility
July 14, 2023 – Canada will be welcoming the Seventh Assembly of the Global Environment Facility (GEF), from August 22 to 26, 2023, in Vancouver, British Columbia... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
126/2023 : 13 July 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Joined Cases C-615/20, C-671/20
YP and Others National courts are required to disapply an act ordering, in breach of EU law, a judge’s suspension from his or her duties... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
125/2023 : 13 July 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-265/22
Banco Santander Approximation of laws Variable interest rates based on Mortgage Loan Reference Indices (IRPHs) in Spain: consumers must be sufficiently informed of the method for calculating such... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
124/2023 : 13 July 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-106/22
Xella Magyarország Free movement of capital The objective of ensuring the supply of gravel, sand and clay to the construction sector at the regional level cannot justify a... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
123/2023 : 13 July 2023 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-261/22
GN Area of Freedom, Security and Justice Advocate General Ćapeta: the execution of a European Arrest Warrant issued against a mother of small children may be refused when... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Consultation outcome: IFRS 17 Insurance Contracts: Exposure Draft
Public consultation on HM Treasury proposals for the application of IFRS 17 Insurance Contracts across Central Government... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Government financial reporting manual: application guidance
Application guidance on IFRS implementation for the public sector context.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Corporate report: Exchange Equalisation Account: report and accounts 2022 to 2023
The Exchange Equalisation Account report and accounts for 2022 to 2023 have been published.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
122/2023 : 13 July 2023 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-382/21 P
Intellectual and industrial property Advocate General Ćapeta: An international agreement that is denied direct effect due to its specific nature cannot have interpretative effect either Advocate General Ćapeta:... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
121/2023 : 13 July 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-134/22
G GmbH Approximation of laws Collective redundancies: the employer’s obligation to communicate information to the authorities at an early stage of such a project is not intended to... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
120/2023 : 13 July 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-376/20
Commission v CK Telecoms UK Investments Competition The General Court must rule once more on the lawfulness of the Commission’s prohibition of the acquisition of Telefónica Europe (‘O2’)... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Minister Sajjan to travel to United Kingdom, Rwanda and Tanzania
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, today announced that he will visit the United... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Director of US think tank charged with sanctions and export violations
 This week Gal Luft, a dual US-Israeli citizen, who served as co-director of a US-based think tank, was charged with, amongst other things, arms trafficking and violating Iranian... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Switzerland delists 2 individuals from DRC sanctions list
Yesterday Switzerland removed 2 individuals from its DRC sanctions list, Emmanuel Ramazani Shadary and Kalev Mutondo (notice), who were originally listed for committing acts that constitute serious human... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU: CJEU’s landmark decision in Meta vs Bundeskartellamt
CJEU’s landmark decision in Meta vs Bundeskartellamt allows GDPR scrutiny through antitrust regulators and imposes strict limitations on the personalised use of consumers’ personal data by social media... more
1 year ago
UK sanctions businesses associated with Sudanese military groups
The UK has today designated 6 entities which are providing funds and/or materials to the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), the military groups... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Counter Narcotics Designations; Counter Narcotics Designations Removals
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Civil society calls on EU to protect people’s rights in the AI Act ‘trilogue’ negotiations
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - July 12, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Policy paper: G7 Joint Declaration of support for Ukraine: 12 July 2023
The leaders of the G7 signed a joint declaration on support to Ukraine.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
An Update to our Licensing Process: Returning Incomplete Applications
In response to the illegal invasion of Ukraine, the UK introduced the largest and most severe package of economic sanctions that Russia has ever faced. As a result,... more
1 year ago
OFSI
Minister Joly to attend ASEAN meetings in Indonesia
With more than four decades of robust cooperation with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and its member states, Canada is further strengthening its long-lasting partnership with... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Policy paper: National Insurance Fund Investment Account Report & Accounts 2022 to 2023
Annual report and accounts of the National Insurance Fund Investment Account.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
OFAC sanctions official linked to corruption in Serbia
Yesterday OFAC designated Aleksandar Vulin, a Serbian politician who is currently the director of the Security Intelligence Agency (BIA) and formerly served as minister of internal affairs (press... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
United Kingdom: Scope of Russia sanctions extended to certain legal services
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled Scope of UK Russia sanctions extended to restrict the provision of certain legal services on 7 July 2023. Read the article... more
1 year ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Guidance: Financial sanctions, Sudan
Sudan is currently subject to UK financial sanctions. This document contains the current list of designated persons.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Financial sanctions, Sudan
Sudan is currently subject to UK financial sanctions. This document contains the current list of designated persons.... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Press release: Historic security framework for Ukraine set to be agreed in major step toward ending the war
A significant international framework for Ukraine’s long-term security arrangements is expected to be agreed by G7 partners in the margins of the NATO Summit today (Wednesday).... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
119/2023 : 12 July 2023 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-8/21
IFIC Holding v Commission Commercial policy The General Court confirms the Commission's decisions authorising Clearstream Banking AG to comply with US sanctions imposed on Iran... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
118/2023 : 12 July 2023 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-34/22
Cunsorziu di i Salamaghji Corsi - Consortium des Charcutiers Corses and Others v Commission Agriculture and fisheries Applications for registration of names as PGIs: the Commission is not bound... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
News story: UK businesses to get free government tool to tackle economic abuse
UK businesses and charities are set to benefit from a free interactive guide to help their staff spot and tackle economic abuse when speaking to customers over the... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Minister Joly concludes participation at NATO Summit and Embassy opening in Lithuania
At the summit, Minister Joly underscored Canada’s steadfast support for NATO and Euro-Atlantic security as well as the country’s commitment to maintaining and strengthening the transatlantic bond and... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Jeanette Sautner - Biographical notes
Jeanette Sautner (BA Hons [Intercultural Communication], Trent University, 1994; LLB, University of Toronto Faculty of Law, 1998) joined the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade in 2000...... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement on 7th anniversary of 2016 South China Sea Arbitral Tribunal Ruling
“On the anniversary of the award rendered by the Arbitral Tribunal constituted under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) in the matter of... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Poland introduces compulsory administration over designated persons’ assets, and is looking for buyers
On 11 July 2023, Polish authorities announced that assets of three entities controlled by Vyacheslav Kantor were subjected to compulsory administration in Poland. The entities, two incorporated in... more
1 year ago
European Commission adopts new adequacy decision for EU-US data flows
Authors: Rachel De Souza, Jim Sullivan, Heidi Waem and John Magee On 10 July 2023, the European Commission adopted its long-awaited adequacy decision for the EU-US Data Privacy... more
1 year ago
British intelligence in the dock for CIA torture
Recent developments raise the prospect that British intelligence agents could finally face justice for their little-known role in the CIA’s global torture program. Britain’s foreign and domestic intelligence... more
1 year ago
.grayzone
Balkans-related Designation; Russia-related Designation Update
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - July 11, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
OFAC and OFSI Issue Joint Humanitarian Assistance and Food Security Fact Sheet Relating to Russia
On June 28, 2023, the US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC“) and the Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation of the HM Treasury (“OFSI“)... more
1 year ago
EU extends operation IRINI
The EU has extended indefinitely the life of EUNAVFOR MED IRINI, the EU naval operation implementing the UN arms embargo on Libya (Council Regulation (EU) 2023/1433, Council Decision... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Updated UK export regulations on military goods to Haiti and dual-use goods
The UK Export Control Joint Unit has amended the Export Control Order 2008 and the retained Council Regulation (EC) number 428/2009 (Dual-use Regulation) (notice, Export Control (Amendment) Regulations 2023) with the... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Blog Series: Sanctions Enforcement Around the World – Five Eyes Partners agree to coordinate enforcement on export controls
On 28 June 2023, the US Bureau of Industry and Security (“BIS”) announced that the “Five Eyes” countries (Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United... more
1 year ago
Consultation outcome: PRIIPs and UK Retail Disclosure
This consultation sets out the government’s plans to revoke the PRIIPs Regulation and seeks views on a proposed alternative framework for retail disclosure, as part of the implementation... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: List of made Smarter Regulatory Framework statutory instruments
List of financial services statutory instruments (SIs) related to the Smarter Regulatory Framework.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Securitisation Regulations 2023 - Draft SI and Policy Note
A near-final version of the statutory instrument replacing the Securitisation Regulation, which is being published for final checks.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Open consultation: Short Selling Regulation: consultation – sovereign debt and credit default swaps
This consultation seeks views on the government’s proposal to delete aspects of the Short Selling Regulation related to sovereign debt and credit default swaps.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Consultation outcome: Short Selling Regulation: Call for Evidence
This Call for Evidence seeks views on how the government should reform the regulation of the practice of short selling, as part of the government’s programme to repeal... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Consultation outcome: Reform of the Consumer Credit Act: consultation
A consultation on the modernisation of consumer credit legislation.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Digitisation Taskforce
The Digitisation Taskforce, chaired by Sir Douglas Flint, was launched by the Chancellor on 19 July 2022 to drive forward the modernisation of the UK’s shareholding framework.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Independent report: Future of Payments Review 2023
The Future of Payments Review, chaired by Joe Garner, aims to report on the steps needed to successfully deliver world leading retail payments in the UK.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Building a Smarter Financial Services Regulatory Framework: Delivery Plan
This plan sets out how the government is delivering a Smarter Regulatory Framework for the UK by replacing retained EU law on financial services.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Consultation outcome: Consultation on customer information requirements in the Payment Accounts Regulations (PARs) 2015
The Payment Accounts Regulations (PARs) transposed the EU’s Payments Accounts Directive in 2015. Part 2 and Schedules 1 and 2 of the PARs set out requirements intended to... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Data Reporting Services Regulations 2023 - Draft SI and Policy Note
The government is publishing a near-final version of the statutory instrument replacing retained EU law related to Data Reporting Service Providers for checks.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Open consultation: Consultation on the Digital Securities Sandbox
This government is consulting on the first financial market infrastructure sandbox, referred to as the ‘Digital Securities Sandbox’, which will enable digital securities to be tested and ultimately... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Corporate report: State of the sector: annual review of UK financial services 2023
This is the second annual report on the attractiveness and international competitiveness of UK financial services, prepared by the City of London Corporation, in partnership with HM Treasury.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Open consultation: Pension trustee skills, capability and culture: a call for evidence
A call for evidence to help improve the skills and capability of pension trustees and remove barriers to making effective investment decisions.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Public Offers and Admissions to Trading Regulations 2023 – Draft SI and Policy Note
A near-final version of the statutory instrument outlining the new Public Offers and Admissions to Trading Regime, which is being published for final checks.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Minister Ng to participate in CPTPP Commission meeting in Auckland, New Zealand
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, will participate in the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) Commission... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
OFAC Extends General License Authorizing Certain Liquefied Petroleum Gas Exports to Venezuela and Publishes Regulations to Implement Executive Order 14078
On July 10, 2023, the US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) reissued General License 40B, “Authorizing Certain Transactions Involving the Exportation or Reexportation... more
1 year ago
Bitcoin set to quadruple to US$120,000 by end of 2024, Standard Chartered says
NEW YORK - Standard Chartered is ramping up its bullish Bitcoin prediction, targeting as much as US$120,000 (S$161,000) by the end of 2024 - almost quadruple the current... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
Canada’s position on seabed mining in areas beyond national jurisdiction
Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, and the Honourable Joyce Murray, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Bar Standards Board review of sanctions compliance at the Bar
The Bar Standards Board (BSB) has published a review of sanctions compliance at the Bar (review), which: focused on 31 chambers that are members of the Commercial Bar... more
1 year ago
US Data Breach Notification Law Interactive Map
Redirect... more
1 year ago
White House wants Ukraine inspector general out of defense bill
  WASHINGTON ― The White House on Monday told lawmakers it opposes a provision in the House’s annual defense policy bill that would create a special inspector general... more
1 year ago
Defense News
OFAC issues Venezuela-Related General License and hostages regulations
OFAC today issued Venezuela-Related General License 40B, “Authorizing Certain Transactions Involving the Exportation or Reexportation of Liquefied Petroleum Gas to Venezuela” (notice): continuing the authorisation until 10 July 2024... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
‘Historic day’: Turkey’s Erdogan agrees to back Sweden’s NATO bid
NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg announces that President Erdogan agrees to forward Sweden’s bid to Turkey’s parliament. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has agreed to back Sweden’s bid to... more
1 year ago
Issuance of Venezuela-Related General License 40B; Publication of Hostages and Wrongful Detention Sanctions Regulations
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Venezuela-Related General License 40B, "Authorizing Certain Transactions Involving the Exportation or Reexportation of Liquefied Petroleum... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Business consequences and recommendations on the tightened import ban on iron and steel imposed by the EU
We’re reaching out today as we believe the publication of the 11th package of sanctions against Russia deserves your utmost attention! Particularly as it relates to the new... more
1 year ago
UK Finance requests answers to question on new UK restrictions on legal advisory services
UK Finance have collated a list of questions about the new restrictions on legal advisory services in Regulation 54D (previous post) of the Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment)... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Policy paper: Summary of Financial Inclusion Policy Forum meeting February 2023
This is a summary of the tenth meeting of the Financial Inclusion Policy Forum, held at the Money Advice Trust, Birmingham, and via video conference on 14 February... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
"We've Run Out of Ammunition": Biden Explains Decision to Send Cluster Bombs to Ukraine
  Joe Biden blurted out to reporters on Sunday that his decision to send widely-banned cluster bombs to Ukraine was made because "we've run out of ammunition." "Mr... more
1 year ago
Amazon workers at UK warehouse to strike during Prime Day event
BENGALURU - Nearly 900 Amazon workers at a warehouse in Britain will stage a strike for three days in the coming week over a pay dispute, labour union... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
Mali Frees IS-Linked Jihadists in Prisoner Swap: Sources
Mali has freed at least two jihadists from the Sahel affiliate of the Islamic State group in a prisoner exchange, a security official and two politicians told AFP on Saturday. The Sahel country’s... more
1 year ago
x.defensepost
Russia Slams Repatriation of Ukrainian Troops From Turkey
The Kremlin on Saturday slammed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky‘s decision to repatriate several Ukrainian commanders who should have remained in Turkey until the end of the conflict under a deal. The Ukrainian presidency confirmed... more
1 year ago
x.defensepost
Yellen says Washington might 'respond to unintended consequences' for China due to tech export curbs
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen on Sunday said she agreed Washington will listen to Chinese complaints about security-related curbs on U.S. technology exports and might “respond to unintended... more
1 year ago
x.JT
Leaked documents reveal Reuters helped overthrow Egyptian democracy
This July 3 marks the 10th anniversary of Egyptian army chief General Abdel Fattah Sisi’s violent seizure of power in Cairo. The first democratically elected leader in 5000... more
1 year ago
Former Head of Disinformation Governance Board claims the US government flagging content has “nothing to do with censorship”
Last week, in a significant victory for free speech, a federal court stepped in to curb potential overreach by the Biden administration in its collaboration with social media... more
1 year ago
Germany opposes US sending cluster bombs to Ukraine
On Friday, foreign minister Annalena Baerbock said that the country opposes the United States sending cluster munitions after the Biden administration announced it was considering it.  According to Reuters,... more
1 year ago
OffshoreAlert Weekly Digest - July 8, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Minister Ng concludes successful Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement Free Trade Commission meeting 
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, Ambassador Katherine Tai, United States Trade Representative, and Raquel Buenrostro, Mexico’s Secretary of... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Ministerial Declaration on Accelerating and Strengthening the Global Response to Synthetic Drugs
We the Ministers and government representatives of the undersigned States, having met virtually on 7 July 2023, affirm our shared commitment to taking concerted and sustained action at... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
US Government Publishes Africa Gold Advisory
On June 27, 2023, the US Departments of State, the Treasury, Labor, Commerce, and Homeland Security, and the United States Agency for International Development issued a joint advisory... more
1 year ago
Minister Ng meets with Mexico’s Secretary of Economy Raquel Buenrostro in Mexico
Minister Ng thanked Secretary Buenrostro for hosting the commission meeting and for her steadfast commitment to strengthening the close relationship between Canada and Mexico.... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng meets with United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai in Mexico
The Canada-U.S. trade relationship is the closest and the most integrated in the world. Minister Ng and Ambassador Tai discussed ongoing work on research and development partnerships, and... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
UK to introduce expanded Iran sanctions regime and designations
The UK Foreign Secretary, James Cleverly, yesterday announced plans (press release) for the expansion of the Iran sanctions regime criteria to include: the Iranian regime’s activities undermining peace,... more
1 year ago
EU Parliament proposal on violation and circumvention of sanctions
Yesterday MEPs in the Civil Liberties Committee adopted a draft negotiating mandate on violating and circumventing EU sanctions.  According to the proposed law: violations would include not freezing funds... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - July 7, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Latest Ukrainian sanctions include Georgian airline
On 1 July 2023, Ukraine introduced further sanctions as part of its efforts to punish Russia and its perceived enablers.  Included in the 480 individual and entity designations... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
PI’s submission to the UN Human Rights Committee regarding Colombia’s compliance with ICCPR
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Canada commits to enforcement of export controls, amends specifications of controlled goods and export permitting regulations
Canada recently committed to heightened enforcement of its export controls legislation on the heels of announcing amendments to A Guide to Canada’s Export Control List and the Export... more
1 year ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Scope of UK Russia sanctions extended to restrict the provision of certain legal services
On 29 June 2023, the UK introduced further restrictions to The Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (“UK Russia Regulations”) through the Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment) (No.... more
1 year ago
Press release: Government funding boost kickstarts delivery of historic new free childcare offers
£204 million cash boost given to nurseries to support the expansion of childcare places... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Global: Sanctions enforcement & investigations
In this video, partners Kerry Contini and Alex Lamy share their advice to companies navigating the rapidly evolving sanctions landscape. As rules become more restrictive, companies should brace... more
1 year ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
OFAC to retire PIP, DEL, and SDALL.ZIP file formats of the sanctions list on or about August 15, 2023
OFAC will retire the PIP, DEL, and SDALL.ZIP sanctions list file formats on or about August 15, 2023. OFAC will continue to offer for public download, the XML,... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Minister Joly and Minister Ng announce award of contract for Canada Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan
World Expos provide an opportunity to celebrate culture, deepen economic ties and strengthen international relationships.... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
UK Ministry of Justice webinar on 14 July on new UK restrictions on legal advisory services
The Ministry of Justice is holding a webinar at 10am (UK time, BST) on Friday 14 July with HMG officials, who will detail the new UK legal advisory... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - July 6, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
UK de-lists former Sberbank Executive
On 6 July 2023, following the Ministerial Review process, the UK removed Lev Aronovich KHASIS from the UK Sanctions List. Mr Khasis was the former first Deputy Chairman... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Open consultation: Business Rates Avoidance and Evasion: Consultation
The government is consulting on the scope and scale of avoidance, evasion and poor rating agent behaviour in the business rates system, and potential methods to tackle it.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
International Community to help rebuild Ukrainian legal system and champion rule of law
Justice Secretary to join international efforts to assist Ukraine in re-building of justice system.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Policy paper: Communiqués from the Finance: Interministerial Standing Committee
A note of the meetings held by the Finance: Interministerial Standing Committee.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Scottish Income Tax outturn reconciliation for 2021-22
This explanatory note sets out how the 2021-22 Income Tax data published by HMRC today is used to update the Scottish Government’s funding.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
117/2023 : 6 July 2023 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-122/22 P
Dyson and Others v Commission Law governing the institutions Advocate General Ćapeta: The Commission’s breach of the Energy Labelling Directive by adopting the empty bag test for vacuum cleaners... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
116/2023 : 6 July 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-510/21
Austrian Airlines Transport Accidents on board an aircraft: the strict liability of airlines under the Montreal convention extends to inadequate first aid administered on board an aircraft... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
115/2023 : 6 July 2023 - Judgments of the Court of Justice in Cases C-663/21, C-8/22, C-402/22
Bundesamt für Fremdenwesen und Asyl Area of Freedom, Security and Justice Revocation and refusal of refugee status: the Court of Justice clarifies the conditions for adopting such a... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Canada and Netherlands file joint written observations in Ukraine’s case against Russia based on Genocide Convention at International Court of Justice
“On July 4, 2023, Canada and the Netherlands filed joint written observations on the jurisdiction of the International Court of Justice in Ukraine’s case against Russia based on... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
UK Burmese sanctions list updated
On 5 July 2023 the UK removed Sins Avia Trading House Llc from the UK Sanctions List. The company had been on the list of entities sanctioned under the... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
The Importance of Effective Sanctions Screening - Swedbank Latvia is fined $3.4 million for US sanct
1 year ago
Sanctions Insight
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - July 5, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Corporate report: National Lottery Distribution Fund Investment Account 2022 to 2023
The National Lottery Distribution Fund Investment Account has published accounts for 2022 to 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Application under the Convention for the Suppression of Unlawful Acts against the Safety of Civil Aviation
The Convention for the Suppression of Unlawful Acts against the Safety of Civil Aviation is also known as the 1971 Montreal Convention. Canada, Sweden, Ukraine, the United Kingdom... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Research: UK official holdings of international reserves: June 2023
This release details movements in the international reserves of gold and assets held by the UK Government.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
114/2023 : 5 July 2023 - Judgments of the General Court in Cases T-115/20, T-272/21
Puigdemont i Casamajó and Comín i Oliveres v Parliament Law governing the institutions The action brought by Mr Carles Puigdemont i Casamajó, Mr Antoni Comín i Oliveres and Ms Clara Ponsatí... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Security researchers latest to blast UK’s Online Safety Bill as encryption risk
Nearly 70 IT security and privacy academics have added to the clamour of alarm over the damage the UK’s Online Safety Bill could wreak to, er, online safety... more
1 year ago
.techcrunch
Mark Dienesch - Biographical note
Mark Dienesch (Mississauga, Ontario) is currently the President of National Logistics Services (NLS), accountable for delivering the commercial and operational success of the company and leading highly engaged... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Mylène Tassy - Biographical note
Mylène Tassy (Montreal, Quebec) is with Nova Bus of the Volvo group, responsible for the Sales, Bids and proposals, Product planning, market strategy, marketing teams and recently shared... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Dyanne Carenza - Biographical note
Dyanne Carenza (Montreal, Quebec) was first appointed to the Canadian Commercial Corporation’s board of directors in 2018 and is reappointed for a 4-year term.... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Michael Johnson - Biographical note
Michael Johnson (Whitehorse, Yukon) was first appointed to the Canadian Commercial Corporation’s board of directors in 2019 and is reappointed for a 4-year term. Mr. Johnson has worked... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng announces appointments and reappointments to Canadian Commercial Corporation board of directors
The Canadian Commercial Corporation (CCC) is Canada’s government-to-government (G2G) contracting agency. It supports the growth of international trade by helping Canadian companies build successful commercial relationships with foreign... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Macron Says May Shut Down Social Media in France If Riots Worsen
Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin and Minister Delegate for the Digital Transition and Telecommunications Jean-Noel Barrot reportedly warned platforms such as TikTok, Snapchat and Twitter of their responsibility and... more
1 year ago
x.sputniknews
Contact UK Finance by Thursday if queries / concerns about the UK legal services restrictions
UK Finance are consolidating questions to send to the relevant government departments about the new UK restrictions on legal services (previous post).  Please submit any questions and cases... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation – About us
OFSI helps ensure financial sanctions are properly understood, implemented and enforced in the United Kingdom. This includes the Oil Price Cap on Russian oil.... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Correspondence: Introductory letter about Pro-innovation Regulation of Technologies Review
The Government Chief Scientific Adviser wrote to the Chancellor to set out his initial views on pro-innovation regulation.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: OFSI General Licence INT/2023/2711256
A general licence issued by OFSI... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - July 4, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
OFAC reminder to file 2023 annual report of blocked property
31 C.F.R. § 501.603 of the Reporting, Procedures and Penalties Regulations (RPPR) requires holders of blocked property to provide OFAC with a comprehensive list of all blocked property held... more
1 year ago
Amendments to UN North Korea sanctions list
The UN has amended 16 entries on its DPRK sanctions list (press release).  The amendments include more accurate reasoning for the designations and additional aliases.  The UK and... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Google Analytics data transfer to U.S. brings $1 million fine to Swedish firms
The Swedish Authority for Privacy Protection (Integritetsskyddsmyndigheten – IMY) has fined two companies with 12.3 million SEK (€1 million/$1.1 million) for using Google Analytics and warned two others... more
1 year ago
bleepingcomputer
French court upholds freezing of assets of Lebanon's embattled central bank chief
BEIRUT (AP) — A French court Tuesday upheld the freezing of the assets of Lebanon’s embattled central bank governor, rejecting his appeal to have them released, an official... more
1 year ago
x.Yahoo
UK consultation on AML/CTF supervisory regime including sanctions
HM Treasury has published a consultation document inviting views from the AML regulated sector on the anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CTF) supervisory regime.  Chapter 7 considers sanctions... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
BNK Banking Corporation fined for breach of data reporting requirements
The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority has slapped BNK Banking Corporation with a $247,500 fine for failing to meet its data reporting requirements to the APRA.  In a statement,... more
1 year ago
xx.brokernews
Former Otkritie board members bring US de-listing claim
Elena Titova and Andrey Golikov, two former independent board members of the state-owned Bank Otkritie, who left their positions in protest against the invasion of Ukraine, have filed... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Russian Jamming Reducing Accuracy of US Guided Weapons in Ukraine: Experts
Russian jamming in Ukraine has become so effective that even US-made guided weapons sent to Kyiv may no longer hit targets accurately, according to several British military analysts.... more
1 year ago
x.defensepost
113/2023 : 4 July 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-252/21
Meta Platforms and Others Principles of Community law A national competition authority can find, in the context of the examination of an abuse of a dominant position, that the... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
China accuses UK of harbouring Hong Kong fugitives
China says the UK is sheltering fugitives after Hong Kong put bounties on the heads of eight pro-democracy activists who fled the territory. The statement from its London... more
1 year ago
Royal Canadian Navy ships to join Standing NATO Mine Countermeasures in Europe
National Defence News release July 3, 2023 - Ottawa - National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces Today, the ships' companies of His Majesty's Canadian Ships (HMCS) Shawinigan and... more
1 year ago
x.globalsecurity
Turkey says it uncovered, disrupted 'ghost' Israeli spy agency Mossad network in Istanbul
Monday, 03 July 2023 5:02 PM Turkish authorities say they have uncovered and disrupted a vast "ghost" Mossad spy network centered in Istanbul, following months of surveillance. The... more
1 year ago
x.globalsecurity
Hong Kong's Extra-Territorial Application of the National Security Law
US Department of State Press Statement Matthew Miller, Department Spokesperson July 3, 2023 The United States condemns the Hong Kong Police Force's issuance of an international bounty for... more
1 year ago
x.globalsecurity
US says reconsider China travel due to 'exit bans'
State Department advisory removes concerns about COVID lockdowns but warns of rise in 'wrongful detentions.' Alex Willemyns for RFA 2023.07.03 -- Americans should reconsider any travel to China... more
1 year ago
x.globalsecurity
Conspiracy or Anomaly? Death of JPMorgan Board Member Adds to the Bank’s String of Unusual Deaths
James S. Crown On Sunday, James S. Crown died in an unusual single-car accident, reportedly on a motorsport racetrack at a “member-owned country club” in Aspen, Colorado. The... more
1 year ago
Guidance on new UK Russia sanctions legal services restrictions
Following the new legal advisory services restrictions last week (Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment) (No. 3) Regulations 2023, previous post), the FCDO and Department for Business & Trade... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU updates 10 FAQs on Russia sanctions and imports
Last Friday the European Commission updated 10 FAQs on Russia sanctions and imports on the following topics (Consolidated FAQs): insurance & reinsurance, CSDs, oil imports, circumvention & due... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Enhanced Dutch export controls for semiconductor production equipment
The Dutch Government will enact on 1 September 2023 additional export control measures for advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment (press release, regulation). Under the ministerial order, it will be... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Microsoft denies data breach, theft of 30 million customer accounts
Microsoft has denied the claims of the so-called hacktivists “Anonymous Sudan” that they breached the company's servers and stole credentials for 30 million customer accounts. Anonymous Sudan is... more
1 year ago
bleepingcomputer
Financial sanctions, Democratic People’s Republic of Korea
The Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) is subject to UK financial sanctions regime. This document contains a current list of designated persons.... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Guidance: Financial sanctions, Democratic People’s Republic of Korea
The Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) is subject to UK financial sanctions regime. This document contains a current list of designated persons.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions
Reminder to file the 2023 Annual Report of Blocked Property
31 C.F.R. § 501.603 of the Reporting, Procedures and Penalties Regulations (RPPR) requires holders of blocked property to provide the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) with a... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - July 3, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
News story: Lawrence Weiss appointed as new Chair of Reclaim Fund Ltd
Lawrence Weiss has been appointed as Chair of Reclaim Fund Ltd (RFL), by Andrew Griffith, the Economic Secretary to the Treasury.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Canada updates sanctions legislation and export controls guidance
On 22 June 2023, Canada enacted legislation amending its sanctions law (Bill C-47): creating a “deemed ownership” provision under the Special Economic Measures Act (SEMA) and the Justice... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Hong Kong police issue arrest warrants for 8 political activists living in exile
Steve Li Kwai-wah, Hong Kong's national security department superintendent, speaks during a press conference to issue arrest warrants for eight activists, in Hong Kong on Monday. Joyce Zhou/Reuters... more
1 year ago
NPR
Stop using Google Analytics, warns Sweden’s privacy watchdog, as it issues over $1M in fines
Sweden’s data protection watchdog has issued a couple of fines in relation to exports of European users’ data via Google Analytics which it found breach the bloc’s privacy... more
1 year ago
.techcrunch
Ukraine adds Unilever to 'war sponsor' list
LONDON - Kyiv has placed British consumer goods giant Unilever on Ukraine’s “International Sponsors of War” list, claiming Monday it continues to profit from operations in Russia, triggering... more
1 year ago
Press release: Rip-off retailers to be outed as government responds to CMA fuel report
New government scheme to call out rogue retailers that overcharge drivers at the fuel pumps.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
China Seeks to Expand Cooperation With Russian Navy
China’s defense minister said on Monday he hoped to expand naval cooperation with Russia, in the highest-level public talks between military officials from the two countries since a... more
1 year ago
x.defensepost
Press release: Tighter limit on industrial, power and aviation emissions, as UK leads the way to net zero
The UK Emissions Trading Scheme Authority has announced a package of reforms to tighten limits on industrial, power and aviation emissions from 2024.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Press release: Foreign Secretary to hail renewed "close and friendly UK-EU cooperation" in first speech to EU Parliament
Foreign Secretary sets out UK priorities for future cooperation with the EU in his first speech to the EU Parliament in Brussels.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Parliamentary Secretary Sidhu to travel to Trinidad and Tobago and Guyana
During his visit to Trinidad and Tobago, Parliamentary Secretary Sidhu will represent Canada at the opening ceremony of the 45th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
OffshoreAlert Weekly Digest - July 1, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Press release: One month to go until Alcohol Duty system changes
Today marks one month until the biggest Alcohol Duty reforms in 140 years come into effect.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Belgium: Sanctions enforcement around the world, the Belgian perspective
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled Blog Series: Sanctions Enforcement Around the World, the Belgian Perspective on 26 June 2023. Read the article via the link here. Please... more
1 year ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
European Union: Eleventh sanctions package against Russia
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled The EU’s Eleventh Sanctions Package against Russia on 26 June 2023. Read the article via the link here. Please also visit our Sanctions... more
1 year ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Minister Joly concludes visit to Brazil
The impacts of the rise of geopolitical tensions, threats to democracy, attacks on human rights and the existential threat of climate change can be felt by all Canadians... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint international statement following recent events in Israel and the West Bank
The Foreign Ministers of Australia, Canada and the UK today issued the following statement: “The Foreign Ministers of Australia, Canada and the UK are deeply concerned by recent... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Tentative Ruling Issued to Delay Enforcement of CCPA Regulations Until March 29, 2024
On June 29, 2023, the Superior Court of California for the County of Sacramento (Court) issued a tentative ruling staying the California Privacy Protection Agency (Agency) from enforcing... more
1 year ago
Security Council 1718 Sanctions Committee Amends 16 Entries on Its Sanctions List
On 29 June 2023, the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1718 (2006) enacted the amendments, specified with strikethrough and/or underline, in the entries below on its... more
1 year ago
UN.org
Sanctions Enforcement & Investigations: Three things companies should be doing now
How can companies prepare in an era of increased sanctions enforcement and investigations? In this video, partners Kerry Contini and Alex Lamy share their advice to companies navigating... more
1 year ago
UK ECJU renews general trade licence for Syria
The UK’s Export Control Joint Unit today renewed the general trade licence (Syria sanctions – earthquake relief efforts in Syria).  The licence will expire on 31 August 2023... more
1 year ago
Switzerland follows EU Russia and Moldova sanctions
Switzerland this week adopted the same Russia sanctions measures introduced by the EU in its 11th sanctions package (press release, notice, previous post). The Federal Council also followed... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - June 30, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
US Africa gold advisory
This week the US Government issued an advisory on the gold trade across sub-Saharan Africa (notice). Section III discusses the relevance of sanctions, which include a case study... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
The Netherlands to introduce supplemental export controls for advanced semiconductor production equipment
On 30 June 2023, the Dutch government announced supplemental controls for exports of certain advanced semiconductor production equipment from the Netherlands. These controls will enter into force on... more
1 year ago
Israeli MoD warning to defence exporters on violating sanctions
The Israeli Ministry of Defence, Defence Export Control Agency (DECA) this week published an update: reminding Israeli defence exporters of the importance of complying with international sanctions; referring... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
National Statistics: GDP deflators at market prices, and money GDP June 2023 (Quarterly National Accounts)
This document contains the latest gross domestic product (GDP) deflators. The GDP deflator can be viewed as a measure of general inflation in the domestic economy.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
United States: OFAC issues updated guidance on the provision of humanitarian assistance to combat COVID-19
On 14 June 2023, the US Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control published a Fact Sheet providing a helpful consolidated summary of the various existing exemptions, exceptions,... more
1 year ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Five Eyes partners agree to formalise cooperation on export control enforcement
After meeting in Ottawa, Canada, this week, the Five Eyes partners (US, UK, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand) committed to formally coordinate on export control enforcement (BIS notice):... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFSI and OFAC joint humanitarian assistance and food security fact sheet
On Wednesday 28 June, OFSI and OFAC published a joint  Humanitarian Assistance and Food Security Fact Sheet to provide additional clarity on US and UK Russia-related sanctions and... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Open consultation: Reforming anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing supervision
This consultation sets out four potential models for reform of the UK’s anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing supervisory system.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Canada Amends Unilateral Sanctions Legislation to Establish Deemed Ownership Provision
Bill C-47 (the “Bill“) is the Federal Budget Implementation Act – Part 1, an omnibus bill which amends existing legislation to meet the Government’s 2023 Budget objectives. Division... more
1 year ago
Canada Commits to Enforcement of Export Controls, Amends Specifications of Controlled Goods, and Amends Export Permitting Regulations  
Canada recently committed to heightened enforcement of its export controls legislation on the heels of announcing amendments to A Guide to Canada’s Export Control List and the Export... more
1 year ago
Australia sanctions people involved in downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17
The Australian Government has imposed financial sanctions and travel bans on 3 people involved in the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17 (press release, consolidated list): Sergey Dubinskiy... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Corporate report: The Crown Estate annual report and accounts 2022 to 2023
The Crown Estate has published its annual report and financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
EU publishes lists of economically critical goods and battlefield items (Russia)
Last week the EU published 2 lists of goods critical to Russia and its ability to continue the war in Ukraine with the aims of supporting due diligence... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Jersey: New sanctions compliance obligations in effect from 1 July 2023
Effective from 1 July 2023, all Supervised Persons are subject to updated mandatory AML/CPF/CFT Handbook Codes of Practice related to Jersey sanctions compliance under Section 6.2.2 (notice): A supervised... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Corporate report: National Savings and Investments Annual Report and Accounts 2022 to 2023
National Savings and Investments (NS&I) has published their annual report, resource accounts and product accounts for 2022 to 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Statement following Iran’s application against Canada at the International Court of Justice
Global Affairs Canada today issued the following statement:  ‘‘Canada is currently analyzing Iran’s application and will take the appropriate next steps as per the International Court of Justice’s... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Counter Terrorism Designations Updates; Counter Narcotics Designations Removals; Venezuela-related Designations Removals
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - June 29, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
UK issues guidance on blocking regulation
This week the UK published guidance on the Protection of Trading Interests legislation (“blocking regulation”), which “protects legitimate trade between UK persons and countries affected by the extraterritorial... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Minister Sajjan announces funding to empower women and girls in the Commonwealth
Canada firmly believes that promoting gender equality and empowering women and girls is the most effective approach to eradicating poverty and building a more peaceful, inclusive and prosperous... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Press release: Rocket boost for UK economy as Financial Services and Markets Bill receives Royal Assent
The act is central to the Government’s vision to grow the economy and create an open, sustainable, and technologically advanced financial services sector.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Dana Astra’s 1st Belarus EU annulment application rejected
EU court says being subsequently subjected to sanctions by Belarus irrelevant to whether a company benefits from the regime. Dana Astra (for whom Maya Lester KC acts) challenged... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
New UK legislation preventing UK lawyers advising Russian companies on some transactions
New UK legislation, in force tomorrow (30 June 2023), will prevent UK lawyers from providing “legal advisory services in relation to certain financial or trade activity which would... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US Treasury sanctions Burma’s Ministry of Defence and Burmese banks
Last week OFAC updated its Burma sanctions list (press release, press release, notice).  The new designations are: Burma’s Ministry of Defence for its alleged repressive military rule and import... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Corporate report: PWLB annual report and accounts 2022 to 2023
Annual report and accounts of the PWLB.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
UK licensing updates
On 26 June OFSI extended to 31 March 2024 General licence INT/2022/1710676, which allows for the continuation of business operations of certain North American Subsidiaries of Evraz plc... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
UN updates DPRK humanitarian guidelines
In June 2023, the UN updated its 7th implementation assistance notice (IAN), “Guidelines for Obtaining Exemptions to Deliver Humanitarian Assistance to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea” (press... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US sanctions ISIS leaders and Mexico-based human trafficking organisation
Last week the US Department of State designated 2 ISIS leaders as Specially Designated Global Terrorists for the abduction and enslavement of Yezidi women and girls (press release,... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Corporate report: The Sovereign Grant and Sovereign Grant Reserve annual report and accounts 2022 to 2023
This document contains the Sovereign Grant and Sovereign Grant Reserve annual report and accounts 2022 to 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Corporate report: The Crown Estate Office annual report and financial statements 2022 to 2023
The Crown Estate Office has published its annual report and financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
112/2023 : 29 June 2023 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-61/22
Landeshauptstadt Wiesbaden Area of Freedom, Security and Justice According to Advocate General Medina, the mandatory collection and storage of fingerprints in identity cards is valid... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
New law imposes fresh sanctions on Russia accessing UK legal expertise
Move increases global activity to weaken vulnerable sectors of Russian economy.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Sanctions Compliance in a Connected World
As heightened sanctions activity amplifies challenges for those operating in a global environment, navigating this landscape requires a comprehensive – and collaborative – approach. Addressing this, Baker McKenzie’s... more
1 year ago
Chair statement: International discussions on collective responses to malicious cyber activity 
On June 26 and 27, 2023, Canada hosted discussions among international partners working to develop and expand collective responses to malicious cyber activity.... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada commends Mozambique’s significant milestone toward sustainable peace
Today, Canada joins the international community in commending Mozambique for the completion of the disarmament and demobilization activities of the Mozambican peace process. This significant milestone represents a... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
EU adds to Iran list and removes individuals from DRC list
This week the EU Council imposed a 9th package of sanctions on an additional 7 individuals allegedly responsible for serious human rights violations in Iran (press release, Council... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
News story: Chancellor agrees action plan with regulators to support consumers
Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt agreed a new action plan with regulators this morning, 28 June, to ensure consumers are being treated fairly and help those struggling... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Canada updates Iran and Haiti sanctions lists
Canada has added 7 individuals to its Iran sanctions list for human rights violations in different branches of Iran’s Revolutionary Courts (notice): Morteza Barati; Hadi Mansouri; Musa Asif... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
New Source in Hunter Biden Probe Points Finger at AG Garland
While the US mainstream press has a record of ignoring reports concerning alleged misdeeds by the president and the first son, the NYT has claimed it has a... more
1 year ago
x.sputniknews
Publication of a Joint Fact Sheet on Understanding UK and U.S. Russia-Related Sanctions and the Provision of Humanitarian Assistance
In furtherance of the recent commitments by the United States and United Kingdom to protect humanitarian activity from the unintended impacts of sanctions and in support of the... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - June 28, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Commerce Department Revises the Securing the Information and Communications Technology and Services Supply Chain Regulations
On June 16, 2023, the US Commerce Department published a final rule (“Final Rule”), implementing President Biden’s 2021 Executive Order 14034 on “Protecting Americans’ Sensitive Data from Foreign... more
1 year ago
Non-EU countries align with EU Iran and Russia sanctions
Certain non-EU countries have aligned themselves with the EU’s recent Iran listings (press release, Council Implementing Regulation, Council Implementing Decision, previous post): the candidate countries North Macedonia, Montenegro,... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US sanctions Wagner Group executive and associated gold companies
Yesterday, OFAC sanctioned 4 companies for allegedly engaging in illicit gold dealings to fund the Wagner Group (press release, press release, notice): Midas Ressources SARLU, a CAR-based mining... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFAC designates Russian individuals connected with election interference
On 23 June 2023, OFAC sanctioned 2 Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) officers recently indicted by the Department of Justice who allegedly conspired to use US citizens as... more
1 year ago
UK adds to Syria sanctions list
On 19 June 2023, the UK added 2 individuals to its Syria sanctions list for their alleged roles in repressing the civilian population (notice): Ali Mahmoud Abbas, the... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US corruption and anti-democracy designations
On 20 June 2023, the US Department of State designated the mayor of the municipality of Struga, North Macedonia, Ramiz Merko, due to his alleged corruption in misappropriating... more
1 year ago
OFSI legal sector engagement forum on 4 July
OFSI is holding a legal sector engagement forum at 10-11am (BST) on Tuesday 4 July 2023. Email ofsiengagement@hmtreasury.gov.uk to be added to the forum. Questions and agenda items... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFAC Announces First SDN Designations under Sudanese Executive Order 14098 and Issues General Licenses
On June 1, 2023, the US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) added four (4) entities to the Specialty Designated Nationals (“SDN”) List under... more
1 year ago
Minister Joly meets with Foreign Minister of Brazil
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met today in Brasilia with Mauro Vieira, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Brazil. The ministers discussed ways to enhance the... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Security Council Renews Democratic Republic of Congo Sanctions Regime, Unanimously Adopting Resolution 2688 (2023)
Amid ongoing violence perpetrated by armed groups in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Security Council today renewed the sanctions regime imposed on that country and extended... more
1 year ago
UN.org
Canada Imposes Additional Sanctions Against Haitian Elites: 4 Individuals Targeted
On June 21, 2023, Canada announced amendments to the Special Economic Measures (Haiti) Regulations (the “Regulations”) in response to “gross and systematic human rights violations”. These amendments list... more
1 year ago
Russia-related Designations and Designation Update; Publication of Africa Gold Advisory
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing an Africa Gold Advisory. In addition, the following updates have been made to OFAC's list... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Brasilia declaration on the future of the Climate Investment Funds
Today, on the 15th anniversary of the Climate Investment Funds (CIF) and on the eve of the CIF Trust Fund Committee meetings hosted by Brazil in Brasilia, Ministers... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - June 27, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Q&A: €40 million fine for AdTech giant Criteo - What does it mean?
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
EU: International data transfer rules for non-personal data
Global flows of personal data have been a source of geopolitical concern for many years now. The Court of Justice of the European Union’s “Schrems II” judgement has... more
1 year ago
Press release: UK Chancellor to sign financial services agreement with EU
Jeremy Hunt, Chancellor of the Exchequer, will sign an agreement on financial services cooperation... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Minister Sajjan participates in Ukraine Recovery Conference and Summit for a New Global Financing Pact
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, concluded trips to London, United Kingdom, where he... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada continues its support of Palestinian refugees
Providing humanitarian assistance and responding to the needs of Palestinian refugees is part of the path toward peace and prosperity in the Middle East. Canada is committed to... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Policy paper: Mortgage Charter
This Charter sets out the standards lenders will adopt when helping their customers; signatories will provide borrowers with new flexibilities to manage their mortgage payments over a short... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - June 26, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Minister Joly to travel to Brazil
While in Brazil, Minister Joly will meet with Brazilian officials, including Minister of Foreign Affairs Mauro Vieira, to discuss ways that Canada and Brazil can deepen our engagement... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
The EU’s Eleventh Sanctions Package against Russia
In brief After intense debates in the Council of the European Union, the EU has agreed on an 11th package of sanctions against Russia and its supporters in... more
1 year ago
Wagner mercenary leader issues 1st audio statement since mutiny
Wagner head Yevgeny Prigozhin on Monday released the first audio statement since an aborted armed rebellion he staged on Saturday, defending the move as a reaction to an... more
1 year ago
.Military Times
Guidance: OFSI General Licence INT/2022/1875276
Details of OFSI General Licence INT/2022/1875276... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Suncor Energy cyberattack impacts Petro-Canada gas stations
Petro-Canada gas stations across Canada are impacted by technical problems preventing customers from paying with credit card or rewards points as its parent company, Suncor Energy, discloses they... more
1 year ago
bleepingcomputer
Blog Series: Sanctions Enforcement Around the World, the Belgian Perspective
This week in our Sanctions Enforcement Around the World series, we bring you the view from Belgium. Before Russia took the decision to recognise the non-government controlled areas... more
1 year ago
BlackRock, JP Morgan set up 'reconstruction bank' for Ukraine: $411 billion needed to rebuild country
BlackRock and JPMorgan Chase are reportedly aiding the Ukrainian government in setting up a reconstruction bank that could see rebuilding projects being heavily invested in by private entities. The Financial Times noted that it... more
1 year ago
Press release: Army delivers combat medical course to Ukrainian armed forces
Armed Forces of Ukraine Personnel are learning life-saving medical techniques and strategies for providing battlefield trauma care.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
'Putin Flees Moscow', 'IRGC in Russia' and other media fakes
In its statement of support for Moscow on Saturday, Minsk warned that "any provocation, any internal conflict in political and military circles, in the information field and in... more
1 year ago
x.sputniknews
Wagner Group turns around, ends "march for justice" towards Russian capital
MOSCOW — The head of the Wagner mercenary group said his forces were ending a march on the Russian capital after demanding the resignation of the country's top... more
1 year ago
NPR
OffshoreAlert Weekly Digest - June 24, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Sputnik News: "Prigozhin Agrees to Stop PMC Wagner March, Start De-Escalation After Lukashenko's Mediation"
Evgeny Prigozhin has agreed to halt his advance on Moscow after a mediation effort led by Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, Belarusian state media reported Saturday evening.Lukashenko's talks with... more
1 year ago
x.sputniknews
Putin vows revenge for ‘betrayal’ by his former ally Prigozhin
As columns of mercenaries appeared to be moving towards Moscow, Russian President Vladimir Putin vowed to strike back hard against Yevgeny Prigozhin, leader of the mercenary Wagner Group,... more
1 year ago
x.Yahoo
RT News: "Foreign Leaders Express Solidarity With Russia Amid Wagner Mutiny"
Several world leaders, among them Russia’s closest allies and partners, have offered support for the Kremlin amid the deadly standoff between the Russian military and Prigozhin’s Wagner group.... more
1 year ago
x.sputniknews
Putin's presidential plane was spotted leaving Moscow amid Wagner's uprising
Russian President Vladimir Putin's plane left Moscow Saturday morning, according to flight data. Presidential spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Putin had not fled and "is working at the Kremlin."... more
1 year ago
x.Yahoo
Eight Chinese Warplanes Approach Waters Controlled by Taiwan
Taiwan’s defense ministry said Saturday that eight Chinese warplanes had crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait and come close to waters under Taipei’s control. Taiwan lives under constant threat of invasion by China, which views... more
1 year ago
x.defensepost
OFAC Issues Updated Guidance Relating to the Provision of Humanitarian Assistance to Combat COVID-19 and Extends Certain Related General Licenses  
On June 14, 2023, the US Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) published a Fact Sheet providing a helpful consolidated summary of the various existing exemptions, exceptions,... more
1 year ago
DAVID KRAYDEN: Meta puts Canada on notice as Trudeau moves to force Facebook, Twitter to pay for posts of news stories
The Canadian Senate passed Bill C-18 Thursday, the second part of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s three-phase censorship legislation. In the process, the Conservative Party’s chief critic of the... more
1 year ago
Guidance: Money Laundering Advisory Notice: High Risk Third Countries
This document contains advice issued by HM Treasury about risks posed by jurisdictions with unsatisfactory money laundering and terrorist financing controls.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
EU adopts 11th package of Russia sanctions
The EU has adopted an 11th package of sanctions on Russia. The legal measures are here. Press Release, Press Release, News Report, News Report, Official Journal of the EU.... more
1 year ago
News story: Chancellor agrees new support measures for mortgage holders
This morning the Chancellor met the UK's principal mortgage lenders and the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to agree support for people struggling with mortgage repayments.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - June 23, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
United Kingdom: Further amendments to UK Russia Sanctions
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled Further amendments to UK Russia Sanctions on 21 June 2023. Read the article via the link here. Please also visit our Sanctions Blog for the... more
1 year ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Ukraine: NBU lifts restrictions on cross-border payments under certain loans from foreign lenders
With effect from 16 May 2023, Ukrainian borrowers are allowed to make payments from Ukraine abroad to repay and service certain cross-border loans from foreign lenders. The exempt... more
1 year ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Global: Solutions for a connected world | Episode 4: Sanctions Compliance in a Connected World
As heightened sanctions activity amplifies challenges for those operating in a global environment, navigating this landscape requires a comprehensive – and collaborative – approach. Anahita Thoms (Partner, Baker... more
1 year ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Minister Joly concludes visit to Washington, D.C.
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, concluded her visit to Washington, D.C., where she attended the 53rd General Assembly of the Organization of American States (OAS).... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Communiqué: 2023 Canada-CARICOM Foreign Ministers’ Group Meeting
Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada, and the Honourable Kamina Johnson Smith, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade of Jamaica and Chair... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Russian court rejects WSJ journalist's latest appeal, to remain in prison until August 30
A Russian court has determined that Evan Gershkovich will remain in Moscow’s Lefortovo prison until August 30. The decision comes after the journalist appealed against the extention of... more
1 year ago
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - June 22, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
La société de pistage en ligne CRITEO sanctionnée à hauteur de 40 millions d'euros en France
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Global AdTech Company CRITEO fined €40 million in France for unlawfully collecting personal data
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Correspondence: Open letters between HM Treasury and Bank of England, June 2023
CPI inflation was 8.7% in May 2023, prompting an open letter from the Governor of the Bank of England to the Chancellor on 22 June 2023. The Chancellor... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
111/2023 : 22 June 2023 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-281/22
G. K. and Others (Parquet européen) Area of Freedom, Security and Justice Cross-border investigations by the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO): Advocate General Ćapeta advises the Court to rule... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Romania travel advice
Latest FCDO travel advice for Romania including on entry requirements, safety and security and local laws and customs.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Hungary travel advice
Latest FCDO travel advice for Hungary including on entry requirements, safety and security and local laws and customs.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Policy paper: Treasury Minutes - June 2023
Government departments respond to the Public Accounts Committee reports through a Treasury minute.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
110/2023 : 22 June 2023 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-588/21
Public.Resource.Org and Right to Know v Commission and Others Law governing the institutions According to Advocate General Medina European Harmonised Technical Standards must be freely available without charge because... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
109/2023 : 22 June 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-823/21
Commission v Hungary (Déclaration d’intention préalable à une demande d’asile) Area of Freedom, Security and Justice Hungary has unduly hindered the possibility of making an asylum application... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
108/2023 : 22 June 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Joined Cases C-6/21 P, C-16/21 P
Germany v Pharma Mar and Commission The Court of Justice sets aside the assessment made by the General Court with regard to the impartiality of experts from the... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
107/2023 : 22 June 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-579/21
Pankki S Every person has the right to know the date of and the reasons for the consultation of his or her personal data... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
106/2023 : 22 June 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-660/21
K.B. and F.S. (Relevé d’office dans le domaine pénal) Protection of fundamental rights: EU law does not preclude, in principle, a prohibition on a national court raising of... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Statutory guidance: Draft Insurance and Reinsurance Undertakings (Prudential Requirements) Regulations
Draft regulations to reform Solvency II, the prudential regulatory framework for insurers and reinsurers, made available for the purpose of early engagement.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Press release: Without skills, businesses are “driving with the handbrake on”
Top employers working with government at new Skills for Growth conference to address skills shortages and drive economic growth... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Canada appoints new representative to International Civil Aviation Organization
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Omar Alghabra, Minister of Transport, today announced the appointment of Annick Goulet as Permanent Representative of Canada... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Biographical note – Annick Goulet
Annick Goulet (BA Hons [Political Science] and Second Program, Modern Languages [Japanese and Russian], McGill University, 1992; DES [Journalism], École supérieure de journalisme de Paris [graduate school of... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada Amends Iranian Sanctions Regulations: 7 Individuals Targeted
On June 19, 2023, Canada announced further amendments to the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations (the “Regulations”) in response to Iran’s “gross and systematic violations of human rights... more
1 year ago
Further amendments to UK Russia Sanctions
On 20 June 2023, the UK enacted additional amendments to The Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (“Russia Regulations“) through The Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment) (No. 2)... more
1 year ago
Canada to host 54th Annual Meeting of Board of Governors of Caribbean Development Bank
Canada values its deep, long-standing relationships with the countries and peoples of the Caribbean, as well as with the region’s multilateral organizations. Canada remains committed to working with... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
U.S. senior officials caught off guard by Biden calling Xi a 'dictator'
WASHINGTON — Senior U.S. officials said Wednesday that they were caught off guard when President Joe Biden described Chinese President Xi Jinping as a “dictator” — just 24... more
1 year ago
x.Yahoo
Joint statement by Canada and the Dominican Republic
Canada and the Dominican Republic (DR) have solid bilateral relations and are long standing partners including on regional security matters.... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly to participate in General Assembly of Organization of American States
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced today that she will participate in the 53rd Regular Session of the General Assembly of the Organization of American... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada sanctions Iranian judges accused of human rights violations
On 19 June 2023 Canada imposed sanctions on seven further individuals under the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations. Morteza Barati, Hadi Mansouri, Musa Asif Al Hosseini, Seyed Mahmoud... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
105/2023 : 21 June 2023 - Order of the General Court in case T-628/22
Repasi v Commission Taxonomy: the General Court dismisses as inadmissible the action of a Member of the European Parliament challenging the Commission's regulation on the sustainability of certain... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
US and UK sanction individuals for alleged involvement with sexual violence in conflict zones
On 19 June 2023 the UK announced sanctions against four individuals accused of responsibility for sexual violence in conflict zones. Désiré Londroma Ndjukpa, leader of the Cooperative for... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Burma-related Designations and Designation Removal; Issuance of Burma-related General License
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Burma-related General License 5 "Authorizing the Wind Down of Transactions Involving Myanma Investment and Commercial... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Swedbank settles with OFAC over violations of Crimean sanctions
On 20 June 2023 Swedbank Latvia AS, a subsidiary of Swedbank AB agreed to remit $3,430,900 to settle its potential civil liability for 386 apparent violations of OFAC... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
UK amends general licence for humanitarian assistance in Ukraine
On 20 June 2023 OFSI amended General Licence INT/2022/1947936 dealing with humanitarian assistance in Ukraine. The definition of “Non-government controlled Ukrainian territory” has been expanded to include the... more
1 year ago
USA statutorily debars 7 for arms export violations
On 15 June 2023 pursuant to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), the US State Department published the following list of 10 statutorily debarred individuals who have... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
USA designates 2 North Koreans for connection to procurement of WMD materials
On 15 June 2023 the USA designated Choe Chol Min and his wife Choe Un Jung, both North Korean (DPRK) nationals based in Beijing. The designation follows their... more
1 year ago
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - June 21, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
News story: UK boosts Ukraine’s recovery at major London summit
The UK has today announced a wide-ranging package of support for Ukraine’s recovery effort at the Ukraine Recovery Conference in London.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Press release: UK boosts Ukraine’s recovery at major London summit
The UK has today announced a wide-ranging package of support for Ukraine’s recovery effort at the Ukraine Recovery Conference in London.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
News story: Office for Budget Responsibility appoints two new non-executive members
The Chancellor has approved the appointment of Baroness Hogg and Dame Susan Rice as non-executive members of the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR).... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Privacy International's oral statement at the UN Human Rights Council
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Transparency data: OSCAR II – publishing data from the database: June 2023
The fourth and final quarterly OSCAR transparency release for 2022 to 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Official Statistics: Forecasts for the UK economy: June 2023
A comparison of independent forecasts for the UK economy in June 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Press release: Global businesses pledge to back Ukraine's recovery as PM sets out major financial package
Major conglomerates, international corporations, retail chains and businesses across the world signal their backing for Ukraine at recovery conference.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Minister Ng meets with Secretary-General of Association of Southeast Asian Nations
During the meeting, Minister Ng noted Canada’s deep engagement with ASEAN and the Indo-Pacific and thanked Secretary-General Kao for his ongoing support in finalizing the ASEAN-Canada Strategic Partnership... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Ex-Goldman banker was ‘framed’, attorney says at insider trial’s close (insider trading charges)
NEW YORK - Former Goldman Sachs banker Brijesh Goel’s trial on insider trading charges drew to a close on Tuesday, with his attorney saying he was framed by... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
Gannett newspaper chain sues Google, alleges online ad monopoly
NEW YORK - Gannett, the largest US newspaper chain and publisher of USA Today, on Tuesday sued Google for trying to corner the market for online advertising by... more
1 year ago
OceanGate was warned of potential for ‘catastrophic’ problems with Titanic mission
NEW YORK - Leaders in the submersible craft industry were so worried about what they called the “experimental” approach of OceanGate, the company whose craft has gone missing,... more
1 year ago
Pentagon says an $8b accounting error allows more arms for Ukraine
WASHINGTON – The Pentagon said it will be able to spend US$6 billion (S$8 billion) more than originally expected on arms for Ukraine thanks to what it called... more
1 year ago
Privacy ‘Deep in the Heart of Texas’: An Overview of the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act
Texas, long lauded as one of the most “business-friendly” states, has passed a comprehensive privacy law that will bring new regulations to consumer personal data. The new Texas... more
1 year ago
Press release: UK and Denmark commit to closer ties on foreign policy, trade and security
Foreign Secretary James Cleverly signed a joint statement on bilateral cooperation with Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen in London on 20 June 2023.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Settlement Agreement between the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control and Swedbank AS (Latvia)
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) today announced a settlement with Swedbank AS (Latvia) ("Swedbank Latvia"), a subsidiary of Swedbank AB (publ),... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Minister Sajjan to attend Ukraine Recovery Conference and Summit for a New Global Financing Pact 
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, today announced that he will be travelling to... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Counter Terrorism Designations; South Sudan-related Sanctions
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Spain: Sanctions enforcement around the world, the Spanish perspective
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled Blog Series: Sanctions Enforcement Around the World, the Spanish Perspective on 14 June 2023. Read the article via the link here. Please... more
1 year ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Russia Vows ‘Military-Technical Response’ if F-16 Jets Appear in Ukraine
The Russian government says it will be forced to take retaliatory measures if Western-made F-16 fighter jets appear in the skies over Ukraine. The threat was aired by... more
1 year ago
x.defensepost
Internal docs new details on Jeffrey Epstein’s ties to JPMorgan Chase, Jes Staley
A new report has revealed details surrounding Jeffrey Epstein’s ties to JPMorgan Chase, one of the largest banking institutions in the world, and specifically highlighted the financier's ties... more
1 year ago
x.sputniknews
The UN's New Fact-Checking System Called "iVerify" Will Be Used To Crack Down On "Misinformation" All Over The World
Most of us just want to live our lives in peace without excessive governmental interference, but unfortunately the control freaks that are running things just can’t help themselves. ... more
1 year ago
Louisiana is pushing Digital ID. And the Personal Data of all drivers License Holders have just been breached
The State of Louisiana has experienced an extensive data breach, with six million public records being exposed. The breach was a part of a global attack on the third-party file transfer... more
1 year ago
Canadian law enforcement denies probing Trudeau over 'Meddling' claims in SNC-Lavalin case
Earlier in the day, the Democracy Watch watchdog group said the RCMP had confirmed in a letter that it is investigating Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and some Cabinet... more
1 year ago
x.sputniknews
Criminalisation of violations of EU Sanctions: EU Council publishes draft sanctions enforcement measures and penalties legislation
On 9 June 2023, the EU Council published draft legislation introducing EU-wide criminal penalties and stricter enforcement for the evasion of EU sanctions. The EU Council’s press release... more
1 year ago
UN chief urges Israel to stop activity in West Bank illegal settlements that violate international law
UNITED NATIONS, June 19 (Reuters) - U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Monday urged Israel to halt and reverse what he described as troubling and alarming decisions on settlement... more
1 year ago
x.Yahoo
Canada provides new funding to respond to humanitarian needs in Sudan and neighbouring countries
Canada is deeply concerned by the rapid increase in humanitarian needs arising from the conflict in Sudan, which has displaced more than 1.4 million people within the country... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
UK announces new legislation regarding Ukrainian compensation and Russian Sanctions
On 19 June 2019 the UK Foreign secretary announced new legislation permitting the UK to enact the following: Russian Sanctions will be maintained until compensation is paid to... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Minister Ng meets with Julio José Prado, Ecuador’s Minister of Production, Foreign Trade, Investments and Fisheries
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, met virtually with Julio José Prado, Ecuador’s Minister of Production, Foreign Trade,... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
UK and French Justice Ministers united in support for Ukraine
UK Lord Chancellor and Justice Secretary, Alex Chalk was in Paris today (19 June 2023) to meet French Justice Minister Eric Dupond-Moretti.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
OFSI issues new Oil Price Cap Guidance and General Licence
On 14 July 2023, OFSI issued General Licence INT/2023/3074680 permitting the trade in oil derivatives and futures previously prevented by regulation 46Z9C of the Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit)... more
1 year ago
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - June 19, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Canada sanctions judges of Iran’s Revolutionary Courts for human rights violations
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing additional sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations. This is the 12th package... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
OFAC issues updated Iranian, Syrian and Venezuelan General Licenses
On 14 June 2023 OFAC issued 3 separate General Licenses (GL) covering Iran, Syria and Venezuela intended to facilitate COVID-19 related transactions. OFAC has issued: Iran-related General License... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Press release: New legislation allows Russian sanctions to remain until compensation is paid to Kyiv
The UK government is taking powers to maintain Russian sanctions until compensation is paid to Ukraine.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
News story: Industry expert appointed to support review of Pro-Innovation Regulation of Advanced Manufacturing
Steve Bagshaw has been appointed to support work investigating the pro-innovation regulation of advanced manufacturing, one of the Chancellor’s five key growth areas.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: Re-appointment of Sir Michael Barber as adviser on skills policy delivery
Sir Michael Barber has been reappointed as adviser on skills policy delivery to the Chancellor of the Exchequer and the Secretary of State for Education.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Auto tycoon Ghosn denies payments to former French Cabinet minister charged with “passive corruption"
BEIRUT (AP) — A Lebanese judge on Monday questioned auto tycoon Carlos Ghosn in Beirut over possible links to a former French Cabinet minister charged two years ago... more
1 year ago
x.Yahoo
Press release: PM call with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine: 19 June 2023
The Prime Minister spoke to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy this morning (19 June 2023).... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Guidance: OFSI General Licence INT/2022/1947936
Details of OFSI General Licence INT/2022/1947936... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
The BRICS Dollar Debacle
My latest Deeper Dive dug into China’s failing commercial real-estate market, as well as other global commercial real-estate markets that are collapsing, laying out the corporate zombie apocalypse that is... more
1 year ago
Curious Case Of Hunter Biden’s Maltese Bank Account
Emails from the Biden laptop shed light on Burisma’s opening of a Maltese bank account for Hunter Biden in the spring of 2016. This newly discovered development coincides... more
1 year ago
Press release: PM calls on investors and business leaders to join the fight for Ukraine
Ukraine’s recovery must be accelerated through rapid investment and innovation, the Prime Minister will tell a major global summit this week.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Press release: UK to give Ukraine major boost to mount counteroffensive
UK to give major boost to cyber defences as Ukraine mounts counteroffensive... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Abramovich Refuses to Transfer $2.9 Bln From Chelsea Sale to Ukraine - Reports
Russian businessman Roman Abramovich is refusing to sign off the release of £2.3 billion ($2.9 billion) made from his sale of Chelsea Football Club to Ukraine, as he... more
1 year ago
x.sputniknews
OffshoreAlert Weekly Digest - June 17, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Canada Announces Additional Sanctions in Response to Theft of Ukrainian Cultural Objects and Seizes Russian Cargo Aircraft
On June 10, 2023, Canada announced additional amendments to the Special Economic Measures (Ukraine) Regulations (the “Ukraine Regulations”) in response to “Russia’s attempts to destroy Ukraine’s cultural sites,... more
1 year ago
Transnational Criminal Organizations Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - June 16, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
US confirms federal agencies hit by MOVEit breach, as hackers list more victims
  The U.S. government has confirmed that multiple federal agencies have fallen victim to cyberattacks exploiting a security vulnerability in a popular file transfer tool. In a statement... more
1 year ago
.techcrunch
Press release: UK commits £60 million to NATO's Ukraine fund
As defence ministers meet in Brussels, the Defence Secretary announced a £60 million contribution to the Comprehensive Assistance Package.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Security Council 1718 Sanctions Committee Approves Updates to Implementation Notice on Humanitarian assistance Exemption Procedure for Democratic People’s Republic of Korea
On 2 June 2023, the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1718 (2006) approved updates to its seventh implementation assistance notice (IAN) entitled “Guidelines for Obtaining Exemptions... more
1 year ago
UN.org
Ukraine sanctions Russian judges
Effective as of 13 June 2023, Ukraine introduced a new set of personal sanctions against 178 individuals,[1] either Russian judges, including the judges of the Constitutional Court of... more
1 year ago
Briefing Security Council, Chair of Somalia’s Sanctions Regime Committee Details Need for Proceedings’ Confidentiality, Recommendations on Humanitarian Matters
Briefing the Security Council today, the Chair of the committee concerning the sanctions regime for Somalia gave an overview of its activities, including concerns regarding the confidentiality of... more
1 year ago
UN.org
U.S. government agencies hit in global hacking spree: MOVEit vulnerability
The U.S. government has been hit in a global hacking campaign that exploited a vulnerability in widely used software, the nation's cyber watchdog agency said on Thursday. The... more
1 year ago
x.JT
Minister Joly hosts ministerial meeting on Haiti with international partners
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, hosted a ministerial meeting today with key partners to discuss the security situation in Haiti.... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Policy paper: Thematic Review of Non-investment Asset Valuation
Thematic review produced as a result of the commitment HM Treasury made as part of the government financial reporting review.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Press release: UK joins international partners in delivering air defence equipment to Ukraine
A major new fund will deliver hundreds of vital air defence missiles, the result of a partnership between Denmark, the Netherlands, the UK and the USA.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Non-proliferation Designation; North Korea Designation; Russia-related Designation Update
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Minister Sajjan announces new initiative to advance sexual and reproductive health and rights in the global south
Canada supports the goal of ensuring that women and girls in all their diversity can decide what to do with their bodies, their lives and their futures –... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - June 15, 2023
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1 year ago
OffShore Alerts
Minister Ng meets with Jozef Síkela, Czechia’s Minister of Trade and Industry
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, met with Jozef Síkela, Czechia's Minister of Trade and Industry.... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Corporate report: Contingencies Fund account 2022 to 2023
The Contingencies Fund account for 2022 to 2023 has been published.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
104/2023 : 15 June 2023 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-333/22
Ligue des droits humains (Vérification du traitement des données par l’autorité de contrôle) Advocate General Medina: a data subject must have available to it a judicial remedy against... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
103/2023 : 15 June 2023 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-330/22
Friends of the Irish Environment (Possibilités de pêche supérieures à zéro) Agriculture and fisheries Overfishing: according to Advocate General Ćapeta, the Common Fisheries Policy Basic Regulation requires the... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
102/2023 : 15 June 2023 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-755/21 P
Kočner v EUROPOL Principles of Community law Advocate General Rantos: Europol and a Member State in which damage occurred in relation to unlawful data processing can be jointly... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
101/2023 : 15 June 2023 - Judgments of the Court of Justice in Cases C-499/21 P, C-501/21 P, C-502/21 P
Silver and Others v Council Citizenship of the Union Definitive dismissal of the actions brought by British citizens challenging the loss of their rights as EU citizens as a... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
100/2023 : 15 June 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-411/22
Thermalhotel Fontana Social security for migrant workers The freedom of movement for workers precludes the legislation of a Member State, which makes compensation conditional on the imposition of... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
99/2023 : 15 June 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-520/21
Bank M. (Conséquences de l’annulation du contrat) Approximation of laws EU law does not preclude, in the event of the annulment of a mortgage loan agreement vitiated by... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Blog Series: Sanctions Enforcement Around the World, the Spanish Perspective
This week in our Sanctions Enforcement Around the World series, we bring you the view from Spain. In Spain, fines for sanctions violations are not published but sanctions... more
1 year ago
UK introduces new Belarus sanctions
In addition to the new EU measures, on Thursday 8th June the UK announced additional sanctions against Belarus, which came into force on Friday 9th June. The press... more
1 year ago
EU extends scope of Russia sanctions designated person categories
On Monday 5th June, the EU published an amendment to the existing sanctions against Russia, which came into force on Monday 5th June. The implementing regulation is available... more
1 year ago
2023 Global Trade Conference
In lieu of our annual conference in Bellevue, WA, we are excited to again provide a Virtual Global Trade Conference available to all our clients and friends worldwide! The conference... more
1 year ago
Publication of a Fact Sheet on the Provision of Humanitarian Assistance and Trade to Combat COVID-19; Issuance of Iran-related, Venezuela-related, Syria General Licenses and Amended Frequently Asked Questions
The United States Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing a Fact Sheet on the "Provision of Humanitarian Assistance and Trade to Combat... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Guidance: OFSI General Licence INT/2022/2305324 - Revoked
A general licence issued by OFSI revoked on 14/06/23... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Israeli troops will not face criminal charges over Palestinian-American's death
Omar Asad, 80, was detained at a temporary checkpoint in the occupied West Bank overnight in January 2022. The soldiers left him unresponsive on the ground of a... more
1 year ago
Putin threatens to seize more territory in Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin threatened to order troops to take more land in Ukraine in order to protect Russian territory, he said in remarks on Tuesday. The assertion... more
1 year ago
x.Yahoo
Policy paper: Pro-innovation Regulation of Technologies Review: Creative Industries
Professor Dame Angela McLean’s review on pro-innovation regulation for the creative industries and the government response.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Kuwait strikes $367 million deal to acquire Turkish-made combat drones
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Kuwait reached an agreement worth $367 million with Turkish drone giant Baykar to purchase its increasingly sought-after TB2 combat drones, the Kuwaiti... more
1 year ago
x.Yahoo
Europe warns it might break up Google’s adtech empire
  The European Commission has signalled it could be preparing to break up Google’s adtech business. Speaking during a press conference this afternoon, EU EVP Margrethe Vestager, the... more
1 year ago
.techcrunch
Minister Sajjan concludes successful G20 Development Ministers meeting in Varanasi, India
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, today concluded a trip to Varanasi, India, where... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canadian Mounties probing China's alleged targeting of lawmaker
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police are investigating allegations China tried to intimidate a federal legislator, one of more than 100 inquiries into foreign meddling, the RCMP commander said... more
1 year ago
x.JT
BIS lists 43 entities for contributing to China and Pakistan military programmes
Yesterday, BIS added 43 entities (under 50 entries) to its Entity List (notice): multiple entities which have recruited western pilots to train PLA pilots on aircraft manoeuvres and... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Policy paper: Spring Finance Bill 2023: Report Stage
Explanatory Notes for government amendments in Report Stage of Spring Finance Bill 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
US designates ISIS leaders as terrorists
In last week’s D-ISIS Ministerial, Secretary Blinken announced the designation of two ISIS GDP leaders as Specially Designated Global Terrorists under Executive Order 13224 (press release, notice): Abdallah... more
1 year ago
Minister Joly to deliver opening remarks at the 2023 Ministerial Meeting on Haiti
June 13, 2023 - The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will host an international virtual Ministerial Meeting on Haiti, where she will deliver opening remarks. This... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
US imposes import ban on 2 Xinjiang-based companies
The Department of Homeland Security has placed 2 more PRC-based companies on the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) Entity List for “perpetuating human rights violations in Xinjiang” (press... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Transparency data: HMT ministers' meetings, hospitality, gifts and overseas travel: 1 July to 31 September 2022
Ministers' meetings, hospitality, gifts and overseas travel.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Speech: Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s speech at the Centre for Policy Studies
In today's speech, Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt spoke about improving productivity growth across the public and private sector.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Podcast: NFTs and the Future of Digital Brands
Guests Jerry Ferguson and Scott Kominers discuss NFTs and how they can create opportunities for brands in the marketplace with the help of some Really Awesome Raccoons. Questions... more
1 year ago
News story: Three Hundreds of Chiltern
The Chancellor of the Exchequer has this day appointed Alexander Boris de Pfeffel Johnson to be Steward and Bailiff of the Three Hundreds of Chiltern.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: Manor of Northstead
The Chancellor of the Exchequer has this day appointed Nigel Adams to be Steward and Bailiff of the Manor of Northstead.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
US issues guidance on Iran’s UAV-related activities
Last week, the US published guidance to help prevent companies from contributing to Iran’s Unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) programs, including via direct and indirect transfers to third-country suppliers... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
BIS issues TDO against Greek-Dutch defence group
On Friday 9 June, BIS issued a Temporary Denial Order (TDO) suspending the export privileges of the Aratos Group, a network of defence-related companies in the Netherlands and... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Joint statement by Canada and the Kingdom of the Netherlands on instituting proceedings at International Court of Justice to hold Syria to account for torture
“Today, Canada and the Kingdom of the Netherlands have started legal proceedings at the International Court of Justice to hold Syria accountable for torture and cruel, inhuman and... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Filing of application at the ICJ
Canada has supported accountability and transitional justice initiatives that aim to hold the Assad regime and other parties in the conflict accountable for the countless human rights violations... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces Russia/Ukraine designations
On Saturday 10 June 2023, Global Affairs Canada imposed additional sanctions against  24 individuals and 17 entities in Ukraine connected to Russia’s theft of Ukrainian cultural objects (sanctions lists,... more
1 year ago
Guidance: Preston guidance: June 2023
Preston factors (earnings and interest factors) are provided for employers.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Preston guidance: May 2023
Preston factors (earnings and interest factors) are provided for employers.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Preston guidance: April 2023
Preston factors (earnings and interest factors) are provided for employers.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
EU Court rejects 8 Belarus de-listing applications
In 8 judgments (Case T-141/21, Case T-583/21, Case T-582/21, Case T-581/21, Case T-580/21, Case T-579/21, Case T-557/21, Case T-556/21),  which are on the EU Judgments section of this... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU proposal for asset recovery/confiscation including sanctions breaches
EU member states have agreed an approach for the Council to start negotiations with the European Parliament for an EU directive on asset recovery and confiscation for EU... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
UBS to impose Credit Suisse ban on new clients from high-risk countries
HONG KONG – UBS will impose strict restrictions on bankers from Credit Suisse, including a ban on new clients from high-risk countries, according to a Financial Times report,... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
European Central Bank eyes next rate hike
FRANKFURT - The European Central Bank (ECB) will almost certainly deliver another interest rate hike on Thursday as the eurozone slides into a recession. Analysts predict that ECB policymakers... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
U.S. offering US citizenship as military recruitment incentive
Struggling to overcome recruiting shortfalls, the Army and the Air Force have bolstered their marketing to entice legal residents to enlist, putting out pamphlets, working social media and... more
1 year ago
.Military Times
CIA Privately Attributed Nord Stream Attack to Ukraine While US Blamed Russia - Report
Western media is reporting that the CIA told its Belgian counterparts that Ukrainian forces were responsible for the destruction of the Nord Stream gas pipelines last September.“Shortly after... more
1 year ago
x.sputniknews
Minister Joly announces additional sanctions to protect Ukrainian culture from destruction by Russia
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing additional sanctions against 24 individuals and 17 entities in Ukraine as part of the... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Government of Canada orders seizure of Russian-registered cargo aircraft at Toronto Pearson Airport
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that the Government of Canada had ordered the seizure of a Russian-registered cargo aircraft currently grounded at Toronto... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Press release: UK to provide £16 million in humanitarian aid for Ukraine
The FCDO is to provide £16 million to address widespread needs in Ukraine, including to support those affected by the destruction of the Nova Kakhovka dam.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Boris Johnson resigns from Parliament, citing an upcoming report on his behavior as PM
Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson will give up his parliamentary seat amid a long-running ethics investigation that is expected to produce a report into his behavior as... more
1 year ago
NPR
Research: Homes for Ukraine Sponsorship Scheme: Individuals who have submitted an expression of interest to sponsor via gov.uk
Individuals who have submitted an expression of interest to sponsor under the Homes for Ukraine scheme via gov.uk as at 31 May 2023.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Guidance: UK-wide allocation of £150 million homelessness prevention funding
Information regarding the allocation of the £150 million additional funding for local authorities across the UK to help support Ukrainian guests move into their own homes and reduce... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Guidance: Homelessness Prevention Grant: Homes for Ukraine scheme support
Information regarding the allocation of Homelessness Prevention Grant - Homes for Ukraine funding top-up for local authorities in 2023 to 2024.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
News story: Ukrainian families supported into own homes with £150m funding
Funding will be allocated across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, helping support Ukrainian families into their own homes.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
As July 5th Rapidly Approaches, the New York City DCWP Provides Much-Needed Guidance on Artificial Intelligence Employment Practices and AEDTs
On May 22, 2023, the New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (“DCWP”) held an employer roundtable about Local Law 144, New York City’s law regulating... more
1 year ago
OFAC to retire its FTP server (OFACFTP.treas.gov) on or about June 10, 2024
OFAC will retire its public-facing file transfer protocol (FTP) server (ofacftp.treas.gov) on or about June 10, 2024. In order to comply with updated Treasury security policies, OFAC will... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Canada supports peace and stability in Middle East, Africa and Central Asia
On June 9, 2023, the Government of Canada announced more than $69.5 million in funding for a total of 26 projects to support security, peace and stability in... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces further support for security, peace and stability initiatives in Middle East, Africa and Central Asia
The Government of Canada recognizes the need to evolve and to adapt to an increasingly complex global security environment. As part of its commitment to the Global Coalition... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Guidance to Industry on Iran’s UAV-Related Activities
Today, the Office of Foreign Assests Control (OFAC) has published Guidance to Industry on Iran’s UAV-Related Activities.... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Minister Ng meets with OECD and international partners to advance trade and economic priorities
This week, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, was in Paris and met with international partners and participated in... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Guidance: Exporting to Iran
A detailed guide for British businesses on developing their overseas trade and doing business in Iran.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
UK court rejects Mazepin interim relief application
The Russian racing driver, Nikita Mazepin, has lost an application seeking to suspend some of the effects of UK sanctions on him until the court can hear his... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Republic of Belarus sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Republic of Belarus (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Statutory guidance: Republic of Belarus sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Republic of Belarus (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Canada: annual report on exports of military goods
This week the Canadian government published its annual report on the export of military goods (report). The report contains data on the export and brokering of military goods... more
1 year ago
Australian sanctions designations reconsideration process
Designations on Australia’s sanctions regimes expire in 3 years unless declarations are made to continue them in effect pursuant to regulation 9 of the Autonomous Sanctions Regulations 2011. As... more
1 year ago
UK sanctions relating to the Republic of Belarus
This page provides guidance on the UK’s sanctions regime relating to the Republic of Belarus... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Guidance: Debt respite scheme (breathing space): Guidance on mental health crisis breathing space
Guidance for Approved Mental Health Professionals and others about mental health crisis breathing space... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Homes for Ukraine: Guidance for councils (children and minors applying without parents or legal guardians)
Guidance for councils about applications to Homes for Ukraine for children who are not travelling with or joining their parent or legal guardian.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Guidance: Homes for Ukraine: Guidance for sponsors (children and minors applying without parents or legal guardians)
Guidance for sponsors about applications to Homes for Ukraine for children who are not travelling with or joining their parent or legal guardian.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Guidance: Homes for Ukraine: Guidance for parents or legal guardians (children and minors applying without parents)
Guide for parents and legal guardians about applications to Homes for Ukraine for children who are not travelling with or joining their parent or legal guardian.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Policy paper: Review of the Oil and Gas Fiscal Regime: Terms of Reference
This is a Terms of Reference for the Review of the Oil and Gas Fiscal Regime.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: New oil and gas tax changes set to protect energy security and British jobs
The Energy Profits Levy, which puts a marginal tax rate of 75% on North Sea oil and gas production, will remain in place for the next five years... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
U.S. suspends food aid to Ethiopia
The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) said on Thursday it was suspending food aid to Ethiopia because its donations were being diverted from people in need. A... more
1 year ago
x.JT
New UK Belarus regulations
The UK has today introduced new Belarus sanctions regulations, which come into force tomorrow (Republic of Belarus (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment) Regulations 2023, press release, explanatory memorandum, impact... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
CHINA: China SCCs filing procedure now published – more preparation work must be done, and filings will be scrutinized
With the Cyberspace Administration of China’s (“CAC”) release last week of the Guidelines for Filing of Standard Contracts for Cross-border transfers of Personal Information (“Guidelines”), organisations processing Mainland... more
1 year ago
Blog Series: Sanctions Enforcement Around the World, the Polish Perspective
This week in our Sanctions Enforcement Around the World series, we bring you the view from Poland, an EU member state with a dual sanctions regime.  Poland enforces... more
1 year ago
Counter Terrorism Designations; Iran-related Designations Updates; Non-Proliferation Designation Update
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Ukraine suffers 'significant losses' as long-awaited counteroffensive begins against Russian forces: US officials
Ukrainian forces have been met with strong resistance from Russian soldiers after attempting to penetrate enemy lines in the east of the country in the past couple days.... more
1 year ago
Press release: New UK sanctions legislation allows the government to target Belarus exports, internet propaganda, and crack down on circumvention
New sanctions legislation allows the UK to target exports from Belarus funding the Lukashenko regime and crack down on Russia’s efforts to circumvent sanctions.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
US Sanctions Iranian-Chinese network supporting Iran’s military programme
This week OFAC sanctioned 15 individuals and entities in Iran, China, and Hong Kong in connection with Iran’s ballistic missile programme (press release, press release, notice): PRC-based Zhejiang... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
98/2023 : 8 June 2023 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-376/22
Google Ireland and Others Freedom of establishment According to Advocate General Szpunar, platforms like Google, Meta Platforms and Tik Tok may not have additional obligations imposed on them in... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
97/2023 : 8 June 2023 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-457/21
Commission v Amazon.com and Others State aid Tax rulings: Advocate General Kokott is of the view that the Commission erred in deciding that Luxembourg had granted unauthorised state aid... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
96/2023 : 8 June 2023 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-218/22
Comune di Copertino Freedom of movement for persons Advocate General Ćapeta: Member States may restrict the monetisation of unused paid annual leave at the end of the employment... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
94/2023 : 8 June 2023 - Judgments of the Court of Justice in Cases C-407/21, C-540/21
UFC - Que choisir and CLCV Approximation of laws Package travel and the COVID-19 pandemic: national legislation which temporarily releases organisers from their obligation to provide a full... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
95/2023 : 8 June 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-49/22
Austrian Airlines (Vol de rapatriement) Transport COVID19 pandemic: a repatriation flight organised in the context of consular assistance does not constitute a re-routed flight that the operating air... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
93/2023 : 8 June 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-50/21
Prestige and Limousine Freedom of establishment Limiting the number of private hire vehicle service licences in the Barcelona metropolitan area is contrary to European Union law... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
China's air patrols with Russia spark Japanese security concerns
China completed a second phase of joint air patrols with Russia over the Western Pacific on Wednesday, following flights on the previous day over the Sea of Japan... more
1 year ago
x.JT
Address by Minister Joly to employees and Heads of Missions of Global Affairs Canada
I am often asked about what it is like to be Foreign Minister during this time.... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Raging Canada Wildfires Threaten Critical Infrastructure, Force Evacuations
Hundreds of uncontrolled forest fires blazed across Canada on Wednesday, threatening critical infrastructure, forcing evacuations and sending a blanket of smoky air wafting over U.S. cities. Wildfires are... more
1 year ago
.voanews
Disgruntled employer Fox News says Tucker Carlson breached his contract: Report
Fox News on Wednesday notified Mr Tucker Carlson’s legal team that the former prime-time host violated his contract with the network when he launched his own Twitter show... more
1 year ago
Statement by Minister Joly and Minister Sajjan on the destruction of the dam of the Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Plant in Ukraine
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
News story: Ukraine: UK boosts funding to International Atomic Energy Agency
The UK has announced additional funding of £750,000 to the IAEA to support its nuclear safety work in Ukraine.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Saudi crown prince, US’ Blinken had ‘candid’ talks in Jeddah
JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia - US Secretary of State Antony Blinken had an “open, candid” conversation with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in the early hours of Wednesday... more
1 year ago
US Treasury sanctions CJNG members
Yesterday, OFAC imposed sanctions on 3 individuals and 1 entity associated with the Cartel de Jalisco Nueva Generacion (CJNG) (press release, notice): Alonso Guerrero Covarrubias (a.k.a. “El Ocho”) and Javier... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
I Won’t Get Fooled Again: Measures Universities Should Take to Combat North Korea’s Use of Spearphishing Campaigns to Access Their Environments and Steal Data
On June 1, the FBI, the U.S. Department of State and the National Security Agency, together with the Republic of Korea’s (ROK) National Intelligence Service, National Police Agency... more
1 year ago
Italian police search former defense exec’s home in corruption probe
ROME — Magistrates in Italy are probing former Leonardo and Fincantieri officials as part of an investigation into alleged corruption. Police removed computer files from the homes of... more
1 year ago
Defense News
Parliamentary Secretary Oliphant to attend the ministerial meeting of the Global Coalition against Daesh
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced today that the Honourable Robert Oliphant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, will attend the annual ministerial... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
OFSI updates LCIA and agricultural commodities general licences
This week OFSI updated General Licence INT/2022/1552576 “LCIA payments” (notice): editing the definition of DP so that it includes individuals or bodies controlled by the DP and adds... more
1 year ago
Ex-CIA advisor theorizes date when Dollar's dominance may start to crumble
The BRICS bloc's push to create a new trade and reserve currency that can serve as an alternative to the dollar could start chipping away at the greenback's... more
1 year ago
x.sputniknews
92/2023 : 7 June 2023 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-735/21
Aprile and Commerciale Italiana v EUIPO - DC Comics (Représentation d’une chauve-souris dans un cadre ovale) Intellectual and industrial property The Batman logo: the evidence submitted to the... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
91/2023 : 7 June 2023 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-141/21
Shakutin v Council External relations Restrictive measures against Belarus: the General Court dismisses the action brought by Mr Aleksandr Vasilevich Shakutin against the restrictive measures imposed on him... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Minister Joly to address Canada’s Heads of Missions
June 6, 2023 - The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will deliver a speech at the occasion of the Global Heads of Mission Meeting in Ottawa... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Press release: UK to galvanise support for Ukraine’s recovery at OECD meetings
Foreign Secretary chairs the OECD’s Ministerial Council Meeting in Paris to mobilise international support for Ukraine’s recovery and tackle global challenges.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
PI's comments on Bureau’s text of the WHO’s Pandemic Treaty (WHO CA+)
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Guidance: Labour Market Evaluation and Pilots Fund: departmental guidance
Guidance for UK departments bidding for the Labour Market Evaluation and Pilots fund, which aims to expand the government’s evidence base of policies to improve labour market outcomes.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Iran-related Designations; Non-Proliferation Designations; Counter Narcotics Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
EU lists members of the Russian judiciary for sentencing political opponent
Yesterday evening, The EU Council imposed restrictive measures against 9 individuals, under the Global Human Rights Sanctions Regime for their involvement in the sentencing of the Russian opposition... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Canada, Estonia and the Netherlands announce new chairship of the Media Freedom Coalition
Canada, Estonia and the Netherlands announce Estonia as the new co-chair of the Media Freedom Coalition (MFC).... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Guidance: OFSI General Licence INT/2022/2349952
Details of INT/2022/2349952... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
US sanctions Russian intelligence actors targeting Moldova
On 5 June 2023, OFAC designated 7 individuals and 1 entity constituting a Russian intelligence-linked “malign influence group”, attempting to destabilise the Moldovan government (press release, press release,... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Canada announces matching fund for East Africa: Conflict, Climate and Hunger
Canada is deeply concerned by the growing humanitarian impacts of conflict and climate events in East Africa, including in Sudan, that have forced hunger upon millions of people... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
EU extends Ukraine-related sanctions to family members of businesspersons
The EU has extended the scope of the Russia-Ukraine sanctions regime (Council Regulation, Council Decision).  The amendment to article 3(1)(g) of Regulation (EU) No 269/2014 now permits the... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Consultation outcome: Call for Evidence: umbrella company market
The government is publishing a call for evidence to ensure it has an up-to-date and well-informed view of how the umbrella company market operates.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Open consultation: Tackling non-compliance in the umbrella company market
The government is publishing a consultation on policy options to regulate umbrella companies and to tackle non-compliance in the umbrella company market.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
90/2023 : 6 June 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-700/21
O. G. (Mandat d’arrêt européen à l’encontre d’un ressortissant d’un État tiers) Area of Freedom, Security and Justice The option of refusing to execute a European Arrest Warrant... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Security Council ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida Sanctions Committee Removes Two Entries from Its Sanctions List
On 5 June 2023, the Security Council Committee pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999), 1989 (2011) and 2253 (2015) concerning ISIL (Da’esh), Al‑Qaida and associated individuals, groups, undertakings and... more
1 year ago
UN.org
Proposed US Bill on Iran oil sanctions evasion
2 members of the US House of Representatives last week introduced the bipartisan Stop Harbouring Iranian Petroleum (SHIP) Bill “to crack down on illicit purchases of Iranian oil... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US designates former Haitian Prime Minister
On Friday 2 June, the US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, announced the designation of Laurent Salvador Lamothe, former Haitian Prime Minister and Minister of Planning and External... more
1 year ago
Dutch court dismisses appeal permitting squatters to stay in sanctioned property
On 16 May 2023, the Amsterdam Court of Appeal upheld (judgment) the district court’s judgment, permitting squatters to stay in Arkady Volozh’s property.  A post on the previous... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US sues Binance and founder Zhao over 'web of deception'
WASHINGTON - US regulators sued Binance and its CEO Changpeng Zhao on Monday for allegedly operating a “web of deception,” piling further pressure on the world’s biggest cryptocurrency... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
News story: Employee share scheme shake up to help boost growth
Schemes offering people shares in their employer are set for a shake up as the government explores changes that will help boost business growth, supporting the Prime Minister’s... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: General Licence INT/2022/1552576
A general licence issued by OFSI... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
US Treasury Department designates Iran-based tech company
On Friday 2 June, OFAC designated the Iran-based technology company, Navyan Abr Arvan Private Limited Company, known as Arvan Cloud, for allegedly aiding in internet censorship (press release,... more
1 year ago
Canada to host Seventh Assembly of the Global Environment Facility 
As the world experiences the triple crises of climate change, biodiversity loss and pollution, Canada continues to show leadership in advancing environmental action at home and around the... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
89/2023 : 5 June 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-204/21
Commission v Poland () and vie privée des juges) Principles of Community law Rule of law: the Polish justice reform of December 2019 infringes EU law... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Policy paper: Treasury Minutes progress report – June 2023
Progress report on the implementation of government accepted recommendations of the Committee of Public Accounts.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
88/2023 : 5 June 2023 - Information
Mr Vittorio Di Bucci takes office as the new Registrar of the General Court... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Research: UK official holdings of international reserves: May 2023
This release details movements in the international reserves of gold and assets held by the UK Government.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Open consultation: Non-Discretionary Tax-Advantaged Share Schemes: Call for Evidence
At Spring Budget 2023, the government announced that it would launch a call for evidence on the Save As You Earn (SAYE) and Share Incentive Plan (SIP) employee... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
US govt sent $1.3 billion to China, Russia for gender equality, cat experiments and Wuhan lab research
The U.S. government has given Chinese and Russian entities at least $1.3 billion for various research programs over the past five years, according to an analysis released Wednesday by Republican... more
1 year ago
Biden Signs Bill to Raise US Debt Ceiling to Avoid Default
"On Saturday, June 3, 2023, the President signed into law … H.R. 3746, the ‘Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023,’ which suspends the public debt limit through January 1,... more
1 year ago
x.sputniknews
A federal judge rejects Tennessee's anti-drag law as too broad and vague
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — A federal judge says Tennessee's first-in-the-nation law designed to place strict limits on drag shows is unconstitutional. In a 70-page ruling handed down late Friday... more
1 year ago
NPR
Sweden: Sanctions enforcement around the world, the Swedish perspective
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled Sanctions Enforcement Around the World, the Swedish Perspective on 31 May 2023. Read the article via the link here. Please also visit... more
1 year ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Purdue Pharma can protect Sackler owners in opioid bankruptcy, court rules
NEW YORK, May 30 (Reuters) - Bankrupt OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma can shield its owners, members of the wealthy Sackler family, from opioid lawsuits in exchange for a... more
1 year ago
Security Council ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida Sanctions Committee Amends One Entry to Its Sanctions List
On 2 June 2023, the Security Council Committee pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999), 1989 (2011) and 2253 (2015) concerning ISIL (Da’esh), Al‑Qaida and associated individuals, groups, undertakings and... more
1 year ago
UN.org
Bank of Lithuania fines company for infringing anti-money laundering and terrorist financing requirements
The Bank of Lithuania on Thursday 1 June 2023 determined that the electronic money institution Transactive Systems UAB seriously and systematically infringed anti-money laundering and counter terrorist financing... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Canada Enacts Sanctions Against Moldova
On June 1, 2023, Canada enacted the Special Economic Measures (Moldova) Regulations (the “Regulations”) in  response to Russia’s ongoing war of aggression against Ukraine. The Regulations are targeted... more
1 year ago
Ukraine sanctions Iran for 50 years
On Monday 29 May, the Ukrainian Parliament approved Volodymyr Zelenskyi’s resolution, imposing sanctions on Iran lasting for 50 years (presidential decree). The resolution stops Iranian goods transiting through... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US designates members of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps
On Thursday 1 June, OFAC designated 5 individuals and 1 entity associated with Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and its external operations arm, the IRGC-Qods Force (IRGC-QF)... more
1 year ago
US Government settles with company for breaching export controls
The US Department of State (press release) has concluded an administrative settlement with VTA Telecom Corporation for violating the Arms Export Control Act (AECA), and the International Traffic... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Canada introduces first sanctions on Russian allies in Moldova
The Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs, yesterday, announced that Canada is imposing sanctions against 7 individuals and 1 entity in Moldova as part of the Special Economic Measures... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Iran-related Designations; Issuance of Iran-related General License
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Iran-related General License P "Authorizing the Wind Down of Transactions Involving Navyan Abr Arvan Private... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
US imposes first designations over Sudan conflict
On Thursday 1 June, the White House announced that visa restrictions and economic sanctions would be imposed on Sudanese actors (press release), pursuant to Executive Order 14098 of... more
1 year ago
Air Force official’s musings on rogue drone targeting humans go viral
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Air Force walked back comments reportedly made by a colonel regarding a simulation in which a drone outwitted its artificial intelligence training and killed... more
1 year ago
.Military Times
U.N. rushing to prevent "one of the worst oil spills" in history
The United Nations officially launched its mission this week to prevent what it says could be an "environmental catastrophe" on the Red Sea. Sitting off the coast of... more
1 year ago
x.Yahoo
Update on GLBA Safeguards Rule in Higher Education
On February 9, 2023, the Department of Education Office of Federal Student Aid (“FSA”) issued an electronic notice regarding the Federal Trade Commission’s Final Rule amending the Standards... more
1 year ago
Lithuania investigating 9 Companies for EU import control breaches
According to the Organised Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP) (article),   Lithuanian authorities have submitted to prosecutors evidence against 9 Lithuanian companies following an investigation by OCCRP suggesting:... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Irish High Court winds up two sanctioned Russian aircraft leasing firms
The Irish High Court yesterday made orders winding up two Russian state-owned aircraft and shipping leasing firms, GTLK Europe DAC and GTLK Europe Capital DAC, which are registered... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Open consultation: The digital pound: A new form of money for households and businesses?
A joint consultation on the digital pound, from HM Treasury and the Bank of England.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Canada imposes sanctions against Moldova
1 year ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canadian special bulletin on Russia-linked money laundering
The Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC) has produced a special bulletin providing background and updated information relevant to Russia-linked money laundering (special bulletin). The content... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Counter Terrorism Designations; Sudan Designations; Russia-related Designation Removal; Issuance of Sudan General Licenses
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Sudan General License Number 1 "Official Business of Certain International Organizations and Entities;" Sudan General... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
US issues new Russia General License
On Wednesday 31 May, OFAC issued Russia-related General License 69 “Authorizing Certain Debt Securities Servicing Transactions Involving International Investment Bank” (notice). The new General License authorises transactions that... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Canada announces sanctions against Russian collaborators in Moldova
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing sanctions against seven individuals and one entity in Moldova as part of the Special... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement in response to Federal Court of Appeal decision in Bring Our Loved Ones Home litigation
Today, the Federal Court of Appeal rendered a decision following the appeal by the Government of Canada in the Bring Our Loved Ones Home litigation.... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
UK Treasury amends Russia sanctions list
 On Wednesday 31 May, HM Treasury edited (notice) the statement of reasons for Dmitry Vladimirovich Konov, so that his entry now states that he is sanctioned because he:... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Netherlands: Sanctions enforcement around the world, the Dutch perspective”
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled Blog Series: Sanctions Enforcement Around the World, the Dutch Perspective on 24 May 2023. Read the article via the link here. Please also... more
1 year ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Canada announces additional sanctions in relation to Russia and updates guidance on sanctions evasion”
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled Canada Announces Additional Sanctions in Relation to Russia and Updates Guidance on Sanctions Evasion on 24 May 2023. Read the article via... more
1 year ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
UN adds entry to Somalia sanctions list
On 26 May 2023, The UN added Abdullahi Osman Mohamed Caddow to its Somalia sanctions list (notice) pursuant to resolution 751 (1992) concerning Al-Shabaab. Yesterday, the UK (notice) and... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Atlantic Council awards the Director of National Intelligence for involvement in Russia Gate hoax, drone assassinations, falsified intelligence, torture coverup
Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines was the big star of a gala awards ceremony hosted by the Atlantic Council that was touted as the “Washington Oscars.” The Atlantic... more
1 year ago
The Post-Cookie Digital Advertising Landscape: Planning for Privacy Compliance in Unsettled Terrain
Digital advertising exists in a complex ecosystem that the average person engages with daily. It encompasses a broad set of technologies for managing advertisements across channels including search,... more
1 year ago
OFSI publishes guidance on trust services sanctions
On Tuesday 30 May, OFSI published a blog post, aiming to provide further clarity on issues relating to trust services sanctions (notice). The post discusses: when sanctions apply;... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Transparency data: Government procurement card HMT spend greater than £500: March 2023
This document details GPC (government procurement card) HMT spend greater than £500.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: Government procurement card HMT spend greater than £500: February 2023
This document details GPC (government procurement card) HMT spend greater than £500.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: Government procurement card HMT spend greater than £500: January 2023
This document details GPC (government procurement card) HMT spend greater than £500.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: Government procurement card HMT spend greater than £500: December 2022
This document details GPC (government procurement card) HMT spend greater than £500.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: Government procurement card HMT spend greater than £500: November 2022
This document details GPC (government procurement card) HMT spend greater than £500.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: Government procurement card HMT spend greater than £500: October 2022
This document details GPC (government procurement card) HMT spend greater than £500.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: Government procurement card HMT spend greater than £500: September 2022
This document details GPC (government procurement card) HMT spend greater than £500.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: Government procurement card HMT spend greater than £500: August 2022
This document details GPC (government procurement card) HMT spend greater than £500.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: Government procurement card HMT spend greater than £500: July 2022
This document details GPC (government procurement card) HMT spend greater than £500.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: Government procurement card HMT spend greater than £500: June 2022
This document details GPC (government procurement card) HMT spend greater than £500.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: Government procurement card HMT spend greater than £500: May 2022
This document details GPC (government procurement card) HMT spend greater than £500.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: Government procurement card HMT spend greater than £500: April 2022
This document details GPC (government procurement card) HMT spend greater than £500.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HMT spend greater than £25,000: March 2023
This document details HMT spend greater than £25,000.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HMT spend greater than £25,000: February 2023
This document details HMT spend greater than £25,000.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HMT spend greater than £25,000: January 2023
This document details HMT spend greater than £25,000.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HMT spend greater than £25,000: December 2022
This document details HMT spend greater than £25,000.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HMT spend greater than £25,000: November 2022
This document details HMT spend greater than £25,000.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HMT spend greater than £25,000: October 2022
This document details HMT spend greater than £25,000.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HMT spend greater than £25,000: September 2022
This document details HMT spend greater than £25,000.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
US sanctions China- and Mexico-based individuals and entities for illicit drug production
Yesterday, OFAC sanctioned 17 individuals and entities allegedly involved in the production of illicit drugs (press release, notice). 13 of the entities and people are based in the... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Transparency data: HMT spend greater than £25,000: August 2022
This document details HMT spend greater than £25,000.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HMT spend greater than £25,000: July 2022
This document details HMT spend greater than £25,000.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HMT spend greater than £25,000: June 2022
This document details HMT spend greater than £25,000.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HMT spend greater than £25,000: May 2022
This document details HMT spend greater than £25,000.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HMT spend greater than £25,000: April 2022
This document details HMT spend greater than £25,000.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Sanctions Enforcement Around the World, the Swedish Perspective
Having focused on the enforcement of sanctions by Australia, Ukraine, Switzerland, and the Netherlands in the past weeks, we now turn our attention to the sanctions enforcement trends in the Sweden.... more
1 year ago
Guidance: Financial sanctions, Somalia
Somalia is currently subject to UK financial sanctions. This document contains the current list of designated persons.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Financial sanctions, Somalia
Somalia is currently subject to UK financial sanctions. This document contains the current list of designated persons.... more
1 year ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
EU sanctions Moldovan individuals
Yesterday, the EU Council imposed restrictive measures against 7 individuals under two distinct sanctions frameworks (press release). 5 individuals were sanctioned for undermining the sovereignty of Moldova (Council... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
UK Foreign Office publishes Russia common high priority items list
The FCDO has published a list identifying items that Russia is using in its weapons systems (notice).  The list is divided into four Tiers: Tier 1: integrated circuits;... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US sanctions Syrian financial facilitators
The Department of State (press release) and Treasury Department (press release), on Tuesday 30 May, designated two Syrian money service businesses and three affiliated individuals that allegedly provide... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Why the media is attacking free speech -BlackListedNews editorial
Governments around the world are cracking down on free speech. What they are demanding includes the ability to read private encrypted text messages and invade homes in search... more
1 year ago
Under Macron, France brings back preventive censorship after more than 140 years
The symposium that was to take place on Sunday aimed to honor the memory of Dominique Venner, a historian who took his life exactly 10 years ago in the Cathedral... more
1 year ago
Security Council Extends Sanctions on South Sudan for One Year, Adopting Resolution 2683 (2023) by 10 Votes in Favour, with 5 Abstentions
The Security Council today extended for one year the sanctions regime imposed on South Sudan, including assets freezes, travel bans and an arms embargo, numerous members stressed that... more
1 year ago
UN.org
Ukraine imposes sectoral sanctions against the Islamic Republic of Iran
On 29 May 2023, the Ukrainian Parliament approved the decision of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine to introduce sectoral special economic and other restrictive measures... more
1 year ago
Ukraine approves a new set of sanctions against Russia
Effective as of 30 May 2023, Ukraine introduced a new set of personal sanctions against 51 individuals and 220 legal entities.[1] The sanctions affect the following categories of... more
1 year ago
Epstein continued socializing with A-listers despite conviction – media
Epstein’s calendars show the financier meeting with A-listers including tech billionaires Bill Gates and Peter Thiel, music executive Tommy Mottola, artist Jeff Koons, magician David Blaine, and filmmaker... more
1 year ago
Security Council 751 Sanctions Committee Adds One Entry to Its Sanctions List
On 26 May 2023, the Security Council Committee pursuant to resolution 751 (1992) concerning Al-Shabaab approved the addition of the entry specified below to its Sanctions List of... more
1 year ago
UN.org
Poland adds 365 Belarusians and other persons to its sanctions list
On 29 May 2023, Poland imposed sanctions on 365 citizens of Belarus, as well as other individuals and entities. Polish law requires an individual decision and scope of... more
1 year ago
Auditors: Over 1 million F-35 spare parts lost by DoD and Lockheed
WASHINGTON — More than 1 million F-35 spare parts worth at least $85 million have gone missing over at least the last five years, according to a new... more
1 year ago
x.navytimes
ECJU export control penalties
The ECJU has published a notice, summarising the UK’s recent export control penalties: on 28 November 2022, a company was fined for bringing 4kg of sodium sulphide (a... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU and US update dual-use control list
On 25 May 2023, the EU adopted a Delegated Regulation updating the EU dual-use export control list in Annex I to Regulation (EU) 2021/821 (press release). The updated... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Japanese government imposes additional controls on semiconductor related items
On May 23, 2023, Japanese government announced an amendment of the export control regulations on the additional semiconductor related items, which will go into effect on July 23,... more
1 year ago
Minister Joly to attend NATO Ministers of Foreign Affairs meeting in Oslo
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will be in Oslo, Norway, from May 31 to June 1, 2023, to attend an informal meeting of NATO Ministers... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Family of Aderrien Murry, 11-year-old shot by police, files federal lawsuit
Aderrien Murry, 11, called the police as his mother asked — but when officers arrived, one of them shot him in the chest. A new lawsuit says officials... more
1 year ago
NPR
Japan adds to its Russia sanctions
Japan has imposed further sanctions on Russia (press release) after hosting the G7 summit last week, in which the group agreed to step up measures against Moscow (previous... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Counter Narcotics Designations; Syria Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Usmanov property search ruled unlawful by German court
A Frankfurt court has ruled that a series of searches of Alisher Usmanov’s properties in Germany last year were unlawful (Der Spiegel reported). The searches were carried out by... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Statement by the Equal Rights Coalition on the Anti-Homosexuality Act in Uganda
The Equal Rights Coalition expresses grave concerns about the Anti-Homosexuality Act 2023 which further criminalizes LGBTI persons in Uganda. The Anti-Homosexuality Act 2023 criminalizes same sex-relations with even... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Trust Services Sanctions – 5 months on
The trust services sanctions came into effect on 16 December 2022. These are financial sanctions, for which the Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) is responsible, while the... more
1 year ago
OFSI
Minister Ng meets with Sir Lindsay Hoyle, U.K. House of Commons Speaker
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, met with Sir Lindsay Hoyle, Speaker of the United Kingdom House of... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Sajjan reaffirms Canada’s engagement in Africa and steadfast support to partners on the continent as he concludes trip to Ethiopia, Egypt and Chad
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, concluded visits to Ethiopia, Egypt and Chad. Arielle... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder: Minister Sajjan concludes trip to Ethiopia and Egypt and announces funding for development projects
In Ethiopia, Minister Sajjan and the Deputy Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Monique Nsanzabaganwa, signed a letter of intent to establish a Canada-African Union Commission Development Policy... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder: Minister Sajjan concludes trip to Chad and announces development and humanitarian assistance funding
While in Chad, Minister Sajjan, accompanied by Arielle Kayabaga, Member of Parliament for London West, met with Sudanese and Cameroonian refugees living in N’Djamena and learned about their... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement on Uganda’s Anti-Homosexuality Act
“Canada is deeply concerned by Uganda’s assent of the 2023 Anti-Homosexuality Act and firmly condemns its legislation. This Act is a blatant violation of the human rights and... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
India investigates British arms and aerospace manufacturers in aircraft deal graft case
India’s Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) filed a complaint on Monday against British multinational aerospace and defense company Rolls Royce, the company’s former India director – Tim Jones,... more
1 year ago
May 29th: Multiple sources speak of Wagner mercenary coup
A former Federal Security Service officer said Putin could be overthrown by Wagner. The Wagner Army is Putin's private military army, largely made up of mercenaries. The Army... more
1 year ago
x.Yahoo
ECJU offers training events
The Department for Trade’s Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU) has published its training programme running between June 2023 and December 2023 (notice). The events cater for companies of... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US sanctions Mali Wagner Group leader and military commanders
On Thursday 25 May, OFAC sanctioned Ivan Aleksandrovich Maslov, the head of the Mali wing of the Wagner Group (press release, notice). Concurrently, the Department of State imposed visa... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Lawyer duped by ChatGPT facing legal sanctions
Schwartz was using ChatGPT for legal research for the first time when he put it to work drafting the ten-page brief he hoped would convince Manhattan Federal Judge... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada engages international partners on Myanmar sanctions efforts
On May 24, the Sanctions Coordinators for Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and the services in charge of sanctions policy and implementation of the European Commission... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Hussen to attend presidential inauguration in Nigeria
Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced that the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion, will visit Nigeria from May 27... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Bill Gates’ alleged lover linked to Russian ‘spy’ – Daily Mail
Mila Antonova – a bridge player who multiple media reports this week claim had an affair with Gates starting in 2009 – was captured in a newly unearthed... more
1 year ago
Twitter pulls out of voluntary EU disinformation code
CorruptionLedger commentary in red.   Twitter has pulled out of the European Union's voluntary code to fight disinformation, the EU has said. Thierry Breton, who is the EU's... more
1 year ago
EU Freezes $26Bln in Private Assets of Sanctioned Russians Since February 2022 - Reports
The value of frozen Russian private assets under sanctions increased from 18.9 billion euros in December to 24.1 billion euros in late May, the newspaper said. As many... more
1 year ago
x.sputniknews
Guidance on varying/revoking UK counter-terrorism designation
OFSI has published guidance on requesting reviews for those designated under the Counter-Terrorism (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019.  It says: DPs, or those acting on their behalf, should... more
1 year ago
Minister Ng participates in Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation trade ministers’ meeting in Detroit
International forums such as the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) provide Canada with an opportunity to advance trade priorities, such as building a resilient and interconnected Asia-Pacific region that... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Poisoned water: How Rachel Levine tried to block the truth about fluoridation’s effects on childhood IQ
Covid showed us how corrupt the medical establishment has become not only in America but worldwide. Doctors know where their bread is buttered and rarely speak out of... more
1 year ago
Minister Ng meets with Yasutoshi Nishimura, Japan’s Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, met with Yasutoshi Nishimura, Japan’s Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry, on... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
US Government Imposes Significant Sanctions on Russia and Adds 71 Entities to the Entity List
On May 19, 2023, the US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) and the US Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (“BIS”)... more
1 year ago
EU discusses plan to use profits from frozen Russian assets to help Ukraine
According to the Financial Times, officials from member states and the European Commission met on Wednesday 24 May to explore the possibility of using interest generated by Russian... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
International coordination meeting on Burma/Myanmar sanctions
On Wednesday 24 May, sanctions coordinators for the UK, US, and EU (EEAS) met to continue to assess and align ongoing efforts related to sanctions in Burma/Myanmar (UK... more
1 year ago
Canada announces $84.6-million contribution to fight global malnutrition and prevent acute malnutrition
Climate change and the rising cost of food have contributed to a rise in malnutrition rates, with the heaviest burden falling on the most vulnerable, especially women and... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces financial contribution for projects to improve nutrition in Africa and Asia
Canada has announced $84.6 million in funding for nutrition-specific programming to support the implementation of four new projects by Canadian partners. These projects will contribute to Canada’s 10-year... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Investigators find new evidence in Nord Stream sabotage – Der Spiegel
In March, Der Spiegel claimed a yacht called ‘Andromeda’ had allegedly been used by a team of divers to sabotage the Nord Stream pipelines. The publication cited the... more
1 year ago
US designates al-Shabaab members
On Wednesday 24 May, The US State Department, pursuant to Executive Order (E.O.) 13224, designated 5 al-Shabaab leaders as Specially Designated Global Terrorists (press release): Maxamed Siidow, finance... more
1 year ago
Policy paper: Financial Services & Markets Bill – Overseas Central Counterparties
HM Treasury has introduced two technical amendments to the Financial Services & Markets (FSM) Bill to help facilitate UK firms’ continued use of non-UK Central Counterparties (CCPs) under... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: Chancellor reveals life sciences growth package to fire up economy
A £650 million war-chest to fire up the UK’s life sciences sector and drive forward the government’s priority to grow the economy has been unveiled by the Chancellor... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Pro-innovation Regulation of Technologies Review: Life Sciences and the government response
Professor Dame Angela McLean’s review on pro-innovation regulation for life sciences and the government response.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Russia-related Designation; Counter Narcotics Designations Removals
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Transparency data: Government procurement card HMT spend greater than £500: March 2022
This document details GPC (government procurement card) HMT spend greater than £500.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Corporate report: HM Treasury framework documents
Framework documents setting out the relationship between HM Treasury and its public bodies.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: UK reaffirms support for Ukraine as government hands over presidency of International Transport Forum
Transport Secretary highlights devastating impact war has had on Ukraine transport infrastructure and calls for changes to ITF rules to adapt to unprecedented global events.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
87/2023 : 25 May 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-575/21
WertInvest Hotelbetrieb Environment and consumers The requirement to carry out an environmental impact assessment for an urban development project cannot be dependent exclusively on the size of that... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
86/2023 : 25 May 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-290/21
AKM (Fourniture de bouquets satellitaires en Autriche) Cross-border satellite retransmission of programmes: the broadcasting Member State principle also applies to the satellite package provider... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Russia's Wagner starts withdrawing units from Bakhmut: Prigozhin
MOSCOW - Russia’s Wagner mercenary group has started withdrawing its forces from the Ukrainian city of Bakhmut and transferring its positions there to regular Russian troops, its founder... more
1 year ago
Russia moves ahead with deployment of tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus
Russia moved ahead on Thursday with a plan to deploy tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus, whose leader said the warheads were already on the move, in the Kremlin's... more
1 year ago
EU wants to send profits from frozen Russian assets to Ukraine – FT
European Union officials are considering whether to send Ukraine profits generated from Russian assets frozen within the bloc, the Financial Times has reported, citing people familiar with the... more
1 year ago
Silicon Valley Bank: 500 jobs cut by new owner First Citizens
The new owner of Silicon Valley Bank's (SVB) US operations, First Citizens, is cutting around 500 roles held by former SVB workers, the BBC understands. Two months ago,... more
1 year ago
Blog Series: Sanctions Enforcement Around the World, the Dutch Perspective
Having focused on the enforcement of sanctions by Australia, Ukraine, and Switzerland in the past weeks, we now turn our attention to the sanctions enforcement trends in the Netherlands. Recent sanctions... more
1 year ago
Canada Announces Additional Sanctions in Relation to Russia and Updates Guidance on Sanctions Evasion
Last week, Canada announced two sets of amendments to the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations in coordination with its allies at the G7 Summit in Japan. Additionally, the... more
1 year ago
US approves $385m sale of surface-to-air missile defence system to Ukraine
WASHINGTON - The United States on Wednesday announced the approval of a US$285 million (S$385 million) sale of a National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System ("NASAMS") air defence system... more
1 year ago
Canada and Saudi Arabia to appoint new ambassadors
Global Affairs Canada today issued the following statement: “In light of what has been discussed between Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Chinese hackers breach US critical infrastructure in stealthy attacks -NSA, FBI, NSA, CISA
Microsoft says a Chinese cyberespionage group it tracks as Volt Typhoon has been targeting critical infrastructure organizations across the United States, including Guam, since at least mid-2021. Their... more
1 year ago
bleepingcomputer
OFAC issues Venezuela-related General License
On Tuesday 23 May, OFAC issued Venezuela-related General License 8L “Authorizing Transactions Involving PdVSA Necessary for the Limited Maintenance of Essential Operations in Venezuela or the Wind Down... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Canada announces $58.1 million in new humanitarian assistance funding for Horn of Africa
The Horn of Africa is facing a climate emergency that shows no sign of ending. Having had below-average rainfall for more than 2 years, the region is experiencing... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
German prosecutors charge tech executives over export control breaches
On Monday 22 May, The Munich Public Prosecutor’s Office announced that it has charged four ex-managing directors at Munich-based technology company FinFisher for allegedly selling restricted software to... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Counter Terrorism Designations; Somalia Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
OFAC targets North Korea for malicious cyber and IT activities
Yesterday, OFAC sanctioned four entities and one individual involved in obfuscated revenue generation and malicious cyber and IT activities that support the DPRK Government (Treasury press release, State... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
China’s Micron chip ban spurs demands for action From US lawmakers
(Bloomberg) -- US lawmakers are urging Washington to strike back against China for its decision to bar Micron Technology Inc.’s memory chips, threatening to further inflame tensions between... more
1 year ago
x.Yahoo
US licences sale of $120m superyacht by Antigua and Barbuda
On Thursday 18 May, the Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda announced that OFAC lifted sanctions on the Alfa Nero, allowing the government to sell the vessel. The... more
1 year ago
Facebook owner Meta starts final round of lay-offs
NEW YORK - Meta Platforms Inc started carrying out the last batch of a three-part round of lay-offs on Wednesday, according to a source familiar with the matter,... more
1 year ago
Guidance: Bringing personal items to the UK if you’re coming from Ukraine
Check what you must do when you enter the UK if you’re coming from Ukraine with personal belongings.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Schwarzman Says Blackstone in Talks to Buy Regional Bank Assets
  (Bloomberg) -- Blackstone Inc. Chief Executive Officer Steve Schwarzman said the investment giant is in talks with several US regional banks to explore purchases of assets and... more
1 year ago
x.Yahoo
New UK guidance on trade sanctions circumvention
The UK Department for Business and Trade has published guidance saying traders should consider the risks of Russia seeking to avoid trade sanctions as part of their due... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Transparency data: Government procurement card HMT spend greater than £500: January 2022
This document details GPC (government procurement card) HMT spend greater than £500.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: Government procurement card HMT spend greater than £500: February 2022
This document details GPC (government procurement card) HMT spend greater than £500.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HMT spend greater than £25,000: March 2022
This document details HMT spend greater than £25,000.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HMT spend greater than £25,000: February 2022
This document details HMT spend greater than £25,000.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
85/2023 : 24 May 2023 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-268/21
Ryanair v Commission (Italie; régime d’aide; Covid-19) State aid The General Court annuls the Commission’s decision to approve an aid measure consisting in subsidies paid by Italy to... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
84/2023 : 24 May 2023 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-2/21
Emmentaler Switzerland v EUIPO (EMMENTALER) Intellectual and industrial property The term ‘emmentaler’ cannot be protected as a European Union trade mark for cheeses... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
83/2023 : 24 May 2023 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-451/20
Meta Platforms Ireland v Commission Competition Competition: The action brought by Meta Platforms Ireland (Facebook group) against a Commission request seeking disclosure of documents identified by means of... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
German police conduct nationwide raids against climate activists, calling them 'criminal group'
German police have carried out raids in seven states in a probe into climate campaigners suspected of forming or backing a criminal group because of their controversial activities.... more
1 year ago
Confirmed: Russia intercepts two US military aircraft over Baltic Sea
Russia has intercepted two US Air Force strategic bombers flying over the Baltic Sea. The Russian defense ministry said on Tuesday Russia had scrambled a Su-27 fighter jet to... more
1 year ago
x.globalsecurity
Swatch exec suffers mental illness after bullying by boss
  Labor authorities have recognized that the mental illness suffered by an executive of the Japanese leg of Swiss watchmaker Swatch Group Ltd was caused by bullying at... more
1 year ago
x.JT
HSBC, Citi, Deutsche Bank, Morgan Stanley and RBC may have broken competition laws: UK watchdog
LONDON - Britain’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) said on Wednesday it had provisionally found five major global banks allegedly broke UK competition law by exchanging sensitive information... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
VIETNAM: First Personal Data Protection Decree passed – What you need to know
Authors: Carolyn Bigg, Amanda Ge, Venus Cheung, and Gwyneth To. Vietnam’s long-awaited, first-ever Personal Data Protection Decree (“PDPD”) has finally been passed and is scheduled to take effect... more
1 year ago
Apple says it has struck a multi-billion dollar deal with chipmaker Broadcom to use more US-made parts
Under the multi-year agreement, the two US companies will develop components for 5G devices that will be designed and manufactured in America. Apple says the deal is part... more
1 year ago
Minister Ng launches public consultations on Canada-Africa Economic Cooperation Strategy
The Government of Canada is committed to increasing and diversifying trade and investment opportunities with African partners as part of Canada’s overall export diversification strategy and to benefit... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
EU adds to sanctions list for human rights violations in Iran
The European Council yesterday imposed restrictive measures on those allegedly responsible for human rights violations in Iran (Council Implementing Regulation, Council Implementing Decision, press release).  Five individuals were sanctioned:... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Deeper Dive into the Data
Every year, BakerHostetler collects and analyzes various metrics about the incident response matters we handle. In 2022, we handled over 1,160 incidents. The most striking trends we saw... more
1 year ago
Transparency data: Economic Crime Strategic Board minutes and agenda: 29 March 2023
Minutes from the meeting of the Economic Crime Strategic Board on 29 March 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Third countries align with EU sanctions against Myanmar/Burma
On 28 April 2023, the European Council adopted Decision (CFSP) 2023/887 concerning restrictive measures against Myanmar/Burma, renewing the sanctions for another year. The High Representative of the EU,... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
News story: Readout of the Chancellor's meetings with food manufacturers and the CMA
The Chancellor met food manufacturers and the CMA to discuss public concerns over food inflation... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
UK Information Commissioner Delivers Opening Remarks at European Parliament’s Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs
On May 23, 2023, the UK Information Commissioner, John Edwards, delivered the opening remarks at the European Parliament’s Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs. Continue Reading... more
1 year ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
OFSI issues new general licence covering prior obligations
On 22 May 2023, OFSI issued General Licence INT/2023/3024200, “Prior Obligations” (notice), permitting a UK person who is owed funds or economic resources by a designated person (DP)... more
1 year ago
Submissions to the UK and EU competition authorities on the Amazon/iRobot merger
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
North Korea Designations; Issuance of Venezuela-related General License
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Venezuela-related General License 8L "Authorizing Transactions Involving Petroleos de Venezuela, S.A. (PdVSA) Necessary for the... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Speech: Chancellor opens IMF Article IV Press Conference
Chancellor opens IMF Article IV Press Conference at HM Treasury on 23 May 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
United States: OFAC Issues New Venezuela-Related General License and Related FAQs
On 1 May 2023, the US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) issued General License No. 42 under the Venezuela Sanctions Regulations, three new... more
1 year ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
OFAC issues new general licences and delists 2 people
OFAC has issued 4 new general licences: General License 13E, authorising S. persons to pay taxes, fees, or import duties, and purchase licenses for this purpose; General License... more
1 year ago
Australia announces new Russia sanctions and continues DPRK listings
On 19 May 2023, Australia announced further sanctions on Russia and a ban on the export of machinery and related parts (press release).  The latest sanctions will target 21... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Ireland/EU: Irish DPC bans Meta’s EU-US data flows and issues record €1.2bn fine
Decision could imperil other companies’ transatlantic transfers as well By: John Magee, Andrew Dyson, James Sullivan, Claire O’Brien & Rachel De Souza The Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC)... more
1 year ago
Credit Suisse AT1 bonds: Swiss court receives 230 claims against Swiss regulator
ZURICH - Switzerland’s Federal Administrative Court has received 230 claims against the country’s financial regulator Finma after it wrote off the value of Credit Suisse’s AT1 bonds, the... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
Meta fined record $1.75 billion for violating EU data privacy rules
LONDON - Meta on Monday was fined a record 1.2 billion euros (S$1.75 billion) and ordered to stop transferring data collected from Facebook users in Europe to the... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
Minister of Foreign Affairs in Conversation at the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade
May 22, 2023 - The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will join the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade for a conversation on Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy.... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Guidance: Prior Obligations General Licence
Prior Obligations General Licence INT/2023/3024200 and Prior Obligation General Licence Reporting forms... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
FTC Brings Enforcement Action Against Pregnancy App for Sharing Sensitive Data
On May 17, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission issued a consumer alert regarding the Premom Ovulation Tracker app sharing of sensitive information with third parties without users’ permission.... more
1 year ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Florida sued over new law blocking Chinese citizens, other foreigners from buying property
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — A group of Chinese citizens living and working in Florida sued the state Monday over a new law that bans Chinese nationals from purchasing... more
1 year ago
x.Yahoo
Irish Regulator Fines Meta 1.2 Billion Euros and Orders it to Cease Data Transfers to the U.S.
On May 22, 2023, the Irish Data Protection Commission announced a €1.2 billion fine against Meta Ireland for unlawfully transferring personal data to the U.S. Continue Reading... more
1 year ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Canada strengthens economic security with Republic of Korea and advances Indo-Pacific Strategy with Philippines
In Seoul, Minister Joly, alongside the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, participated in the inaugural High-Level Economic Security Dialogue with the Republic of Korea’s... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
UN grants humanitarian travel exemption to Libya sanctions to three individuals
On 15 May 2023, the UN Libya Security Council Committee have granted a humanitarian travel exemption (press release), pursuant to paragraph 16(a) of resolution 1970 (2011), effective from 1 June... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
News story: Sir Ron Kalifa and Frances O’Grady reappointed to the Court of the Bank of England
Sir Ron Kalifa and Frances O'Grady have been reappointed by His Majesty the King as Non-Executive Directors of the Court of the Bank of England. They have been... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
High Court permits redemption of loan notes held by sanctioned entity by payment into court
Fortenova Grupa sought to redeem loan notes of €400m issued to Shushary in August 2019 before their maturity date in September 2023 but could not make payments to... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
News story: Government sells £1.26 billion of NatWest shares reducing stake to 38.6%
NatWest is a step closer to being returned to full private ownership as the government sells c. £1.26billion in shares back to NatWest via a Directed Buyback. ... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Canadian wildfire smoke is prompting air quality warnings in the western U.S.
Residents across parts of the northwestern United States are under air quality alerts this weekend after smoke from a spate of Canadian wildfires drifted south across the border.... more
1 year ago
NPR
The government can’t seize your data — but it can buy it
Adam Kovacevich is the CEO and founder of a center-left tech industry coalition called Chamber of Progress and has worked at the intersection of tech and politics for... more
1 year ago
.techcrunch
Wagner Group claims Bakhmut fallen; Ukraine says fighting continues
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — The head of the Russian private army Wagner claimed Saturday that his forces have taken control of the city of Bakhmut after the longest... more
1 year ago
.Military Times
China questions ‘credibility’ of G7 members
The international community will not fall in line with the pro-Western rules pushed by the G7 and not allow the US-led group to dominate world affairs, the Chinese... more
1 year ago
AI-generated content discovered on news sites, content farms and product reviews
NEW YORK - Dozens of fringe news websites, content farms and fake reviewers are using artificial intelligence to create inauthentic content online, according to two reports released on... more
1 year ago
Statement by Global Affairs Canada on Columbia River Treaty Negotiations
Global Affairs Canada today issued the following statement: “On May 16 and 17, 2023, Canada and the United States met in Kelowna, British Columbia, for the 17th round... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Pentagon 'No Longer Confident' Syria Drone Strike Killed Al-Qaeda Leader Instead of Farmer
Although it has claimed to be fighting Daesh* and other terrorist groups in Syria since 2014, the US military has never received permission from the Syrian government to... more
1 year ago
x.globalsecurity
Minister Ng meets with Mexico’s Secretary of Economy, Raquel Buenrostro
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development met with Raquel Buenrostro, Mexico’s Secretary of Economy, in Washington, D.C., on... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
US and Canada extend Russia sanctions following G7 statement
The US has added the following to its Russia sanctions (press release) following the G7 statement on Ukraine (previous post, press release): OFAC has added 22 individuals and... more
1 year ago
FTC Issues Policy Statement on Biometric Information and Section 5 of the FTC Act to Address Concerns about Misuse
On May 18, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission issued a policy statement on “Biometric Information and Section 5 of the Federal Trade Commission Act.” Continue Reading... more
1 year ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Greenpeace to shut down in Russia after being declared 'undesirable organization'
The Russian branch of environmental group Greenpeace on Friday said it would shut down after authorities declared the group an "undesirable organization", effectively banning it from operating. In... more
1 year ago
x.JT
Russia-related Designations; Issuance of Amended Russia-related Directive 4, Russia-related General Licenses; Publication of Russia-related Determinations; and New and Amended Frequently Asked Questions
The Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Russia-related General License 13E, “Authorizing Certain Administrative Transactions Prohibited by Directive 4 under Executive Order... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
FTC Issues Warning on Use of Biometric Information
On May 18, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a Policy Statement on Biometric Information and Section 5 of the FTC Act (Policy Statement). Section 5 of... more
1 year ago
G7 vows to increase sanctions on Russia
At the beginning of this weekend’s G7 summit in Hiroshima, the leaders of the G7 reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining and increasing sanctions against Russia in response to... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Minister Sajjan to travel to Ethiopia, Egypt and Chad
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, today announced that he will visit Ethiopia, Egypt... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Policy paper: UK-EU Memorandum of Understanding on Financial Services Cooperation
On 19 May, the UK and EU Commission published the joint text of the draft memorandum of understanding (MoU) on regulatory cooperation in financial services.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Ukraine travel advice
Latest FCDO travel advice for Ukraine including on entry requirements, safety and security and local laws and customs.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Policy paper: Conflict, Stability and Security Fund: Counter Terrorism Programme Fund programme summaries 2021 to 2022
This page includes summaries of Conflict, Stability and Security Fund Counter Terrorism programmes.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
UK designates 86 Russian individuals and entities and announces future ban on diamonds and metals
The UK has today added 86 individuals and entities to the Russia sanctions list (notice).  The designations target individuals and organisations connected to Russia’s energy, metals, defence, transport,... more
1 year ago
Press release: UK sanctions target Russia’s theft of Ukrainian grain, advanced military technology, and remaining revenue sources
UK sanctions 86 individuals and entities, targeting Russia’s theft of Ukrainian grain, advanced military technology, and remaining revenue sources.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Press release: New sanctions demonstrate G7 resolve on Russia
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will warn against complacency in defending our values and standing up to autocratic regimes, as he meets G7 leaders in Hiroshima.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
China considers moving stakes in bad banks to sovereign wealth fund
BEIJING – China is considering transferring government ownership in the nation’s biggest bad debt managers to a unit of its sovereign wealth fund as part of a financial... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
Ukraine adds more than a thousand persons to its sanctions list
Effective as of 16 May 2023, Ukraine introduced five new sets of personal sanctions against 502 individuals and 860 legal entities.[1] The sanctions affect the following categories of... more
1 year ago
Security Council Sanctions Committee Concerning Democratic Republic of Congo Hears Briefing by Representatives of MONUSCO
On 9 May 2023, representatives of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO), namely the Joint Mission Analysis Centre, Arms Embargo... more
1 year ago
UN.org
EDPB Adopts Guidelines on Facial Recognition in the Area of Law Enforcement
On May 17, 2023, the European Data Protection Board adopted the final version of its Guidelines on facial recognition technologies in the area of law enforcement. Continue Reading... more
1 year ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
TikTok users file lawsuit against Montana over first-in-nation law banning app
HELENA, Mont. (AP) — Five TikTok users filed a lawsuit to overturn a planned ban on the video sharing app in Montana. They argued in a legal complaint... more
1 year ago
x.Yahoo
Russia fires cruise missiles at Ukrainian targets
KYIV, Ukraine — Russia fired 30 cruise missiles against different parts of Ukraine early Thursday in the latest nighttime test of Ukrainian air defenses, which shot down 29... more
1 year ago
x.navytimes
OFAC settles with Murad LLC and former company executive for apparent violation of Iran Sanctions
Murad LLC, a cosmetics company based in California, yesterday agreed to pay $3,334,286 to settle its potential civil liability for an apparent violation of OFAC sanctions on Iran... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US reissues South Sudan sanctions regulations
OFAC has today reissued the South Sudan Sanctions Regulations with the aim of making them more comprehensive, and including additional interpretive guidance, definitions, general licences, and other regulatory... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU removes Nizar Al Assaad from sanctions list following judgment
The EU Council has deleted Nizar Al-Assaad from the list of sanctioned individuals on the EU’s Syria sanctions (Council Implementing Decision (CFSP) 2023/892, Council Implementing Regulation (EU) 2023/890).... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Europe: EU General Court Clarifies When Pseudonymized Data is Considered Personal Data
On 26th April, the General Court of the European Union (EGC), published its judgment in Case T-557/20, Single Resolution Board (SRB) v European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS), in relation to... more
1 year ago
News story: Expert appointed to support review of pro-innovation regulation of the creative industries
Sir Peter Bazalgette has been appointed to support work investigating the pro-innovation regulation of the creative industries, one of the Chancellor’s five key growth areas.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: The Dormant Assets Scheme
Information about the Dormant Assets Scheme, including its impact to date and expansion... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Corporate report: Main Supply Estimates 2023 to 24
HM Treasury has published the central government main supply estimates for 2023 to 2024.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Ukraine rejects China overture for immediate ceasefire in war with Russia
  LONDON - Ukraine has rejected a Chinese suggestion to consider an immediate ceasefire in the country’s war with Russia. In a statement issued on Wednesday after a... more
1 year ago
US blocks European F-16 training for Ukrainian pilots – NYT
Without approval from Washington, the best that Ukrainian airmen can hope for are lessons on technical language and tactical training on the ground, the outlet said on Wednesday.... more
1 year ago
Deutsche Bank to pay $100.7m to settle Jeffrey Epstein accusers’ suit: WSJ
BENGALURU – Deutsche Bank has agreed to pay US$75 million (S$100.6 million) to settle a proposed class-action lawsuit alleging the lender facilitated the late Jeffrey Epstein’s sex-trafficking ring,... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
Minister Ng successfully concludes first Trade Policy Dialogue with African Union Commission
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, welcomed Albert M. Muchanga, African Union Commissioner for Economic Development, Tourism, Trade,... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada joins Register of Damage for Ukraine
Canada is working alongside its international partners to hold Russia to account as it continues to attack Ukraine’s territorial integrity and the rules-based international order.... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
French court upholds home detention for Former French President Sarkozy in wiretap graft case
PARIS - A French appeals court on Wed nesday upheld a prison sentence of three years, including two suspended, against former president Nicolas Sarkozy for corruption and influence peddling.... more
1 year ago
Pentagon seeks authority to transfer nuclear submarines to Australia
  WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Defense asked Congress to authorize the transfer of nuclear-powered submarines to Australia as part of the trilateral AUKUS agreement with the... more
1 year ago
Defense News
Settlement Agreements between the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control; Murad, LLC, and an Individual
The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) today announced a $3,334,286 settlement with Murad, LLC (“Murad”), and a $175,000 settlement with a natural... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
OFAC designates Russian ransomware actor
On Wednesday 16 May 2023, OFAC designated Mikhail Mateev pursuant to section 1(a)(ii)(C) of Executive Order (E.O.) 13694 for cyberattacks against US law enforcement, businesses, and critical infrastructure.  Mateev... more
1 year ago
BIS issues TDO against people and entities for diverting civilian aircraft parts to Russia
Yesterday, BIS issued a Temporary Denial Order (TDO) suspending the export privileges of certain people and entities for diverting civilian aircraft parts to Russia (press release).  Those sanctioned... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Florida Comprehensive State Privacy Law Sent to Governor for Signature
On May 4, 2023, the Florida Senate and House of Representatives voted in favor of sending the Florida Digital Bill of Rights and other amendments related to government... more
1 year ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Statement marking International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia
“Never before has the global landscape for 2SLGBTQI+ persons been so fluid and rapidly changing. Several countries have made meaningful progress in decriminalizing same-sex relations, prohibiting discrimination, penalizing... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Publication of South Sudan Sanctions Regulations
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is amending the South Sudan Sanctions Regulations and reissuing them in their entirety. This regulatory amendment is... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
EU adds new guidance on humanitarian exemption for Syria sanctions
The European Commission yesterday published new guidance on the humanitarian exemption in the EU Syria Sanctions Regime following the February 2023 earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria. The exemption... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
OFSI amends anti-corruption, Syria, and Russia sanctions lists
Yesterday, OFSI amended the anti-corruption, Syria, and Russia sanctions lists.  The anti-corruption amendment corrected Zvonko Veselinovic’s name. The Syria amendment removed Exceed Development and Investment Company, owned by... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Theranos founder Holmes ordered to prison, pay victims
SAN FRANCISCO - Fallen US biotech star Elizabeth Holmes must begin serving prison time after a judge denied her latest request to remain free while appealing her fraud... more
1 year ago
EU adopts regulation making crypto-asset transfers traceable
The EU Council yesterday formally adopted a new regulation (Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council on information accompanying transfers of funds and certain crypto-assets and... more
1 year ago
Official Statistics: Forecasts for the UK economy: May 2023
A comparison of independent forecasts for the UK economy in May 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
EU to facilitate exit from Russian markets for European companies by easing sanctions
  EU member countries are preparing to help their companies to exit Russia, amid a growing risk they will be taxed to fund Russian president Vladimir Putin's war.... more
1 year ago
x.Yahoo
81/2023 : 17 May 2023 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-312/20
EVH v Commission Competition The action brought by the German electricity producer EVH against the approval by the Commission of the acquisition of E.ON assets by RWE is... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
82/2023 : 17 May 2023 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-321/20
enercity v Commission Competition The action brought by the German municipal authority enercity against the approval by the Commission of the acquisition of generation assets of E.ON by... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
80/2023 : 17 May 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-176/22
BK and ZhP (Suspension partielle de la procédure au principal) Law governing the institutions A request for a preliminary ruling made to the Court of Justice does not... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
79/2023 : 17 May 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-97/22
DC (Rétractation après l’exécution du contrat) Approximation of laws Failure to provide information on the right of withdrawal: a consumer is exempt from any payment obligation if he... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Russian oil exports hit post-war high despite sanctions: IEA
Iran Press TV Tuesday, 16 May 2023 11:13 AM Russia's oil exports have hit its highest level since the start of the Ukraine war, increasing its revenues by... more
1 year ago
x.globalsecurity
Kremlin critic Natalia Arno says she experienced possible poisoning symptoms; report says others also fell ill
Natalia Arno, the U.S.-based chief of the Free Russia Foundation, says there are suspicions she may have been poisoned, "possibly by some nerve agent," after falling ill during... more
1 year ago
x.globalsecurity
OFAC Issues New Venezuela-Related General License and Related FAQs
On May 1, 2023, the US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC“) issued General License No. 42 (“GL 42“) under the Venezuela Sanctions Regulations... more
1 year ago
CNIL Publishes Action Plan on AI
On May 16, 2023, the French Data Protection Authority announced its action plan on artificial intelligence. Continue Reading... more
1 year ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Canada joins Apostille Convention to facilitate use of public documents abroad
“Canada has formally joined the Convention Abolishing the Requirement of Legalization for Foreign Public Documents, otherwise known as the Apostille Convention.... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Naumenko claims damages in UK for detention of superyacht
The UK Government detained the yacht Phi in March 2022 on the grounds that it was owned, controlled or operated by a person “connected with Russia” (Sergei Naumenko).... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
EU Commission adds FAQ 41 to Regulation 269 guidance
The European Commission added FAQ 41 to its FAQs on Regulation 269/2014 (Russia) – the ‘Asset Freeze and Prohibition to make funds and economic resources available’ FAQs .... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Cyber-related Designation
OFAC has updated its SDN list. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Switzerland makes Syria listings & amends Iran & Myanmar designations
Switzerland has added 25 people and 8 entities to its Syria sanctions list, most said to be involved in producing and trafficking narcotics.   This follows the same listings... more
1 year ago
Lawsuit filed against Twitter, Saudi Arabia; claims acts of transnational repression committed
A humanitarian aid worker who used an anonymous Twitter account to mock Saudi Arabia about its economy has filed a federal racketeering lawsuit against the social media platform,... more
1 year ago
x.Yahoo
US pharmacy giant PharMerica says hackers accessed personal data of almost 6 million patients
  One of the largest pharmacy service providers in the United States has confirmed that hackers accessed the personal data of almost six million patients. PharMerica operates over... more
1 year ago
.techcrunch
OFSI publishes travel guidance
OFSI has published guidance, aiming to assist potential applicants for OFSI licences relating to travel costs. Specific details include: applicants should apply to OFSI no less than four... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
CHINA: new Anti-Espionage Law and its impact on your China data and operations – how your organisation should respond
Authors: Carolyn Bigg, Amanda Ge, Venus Cheung, Gwyneth To China’s amended Anti-Espionage Law will take effect from 1 July 2023. However, its effects have already been felt by... more
1 year ago
Wells Fargo to pay $1.3 billion in class-action lawsuit
SAN FRANCISCO - Wells Fargo & Co agreed to pay US$1 billion (S$1.3 billion) to settle a shareholder lawsuit that accused it of making misleading statements about its... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
Minister Ng celebrates Ecuador and Costa Rica for advancing women’s economic empowerment
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, participated in a virtual signing ceremony to officially welcome Costa Rica and... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Twitter reveals Turkish court orders
The platform’s Global Government Affairs account issued a statement on Monday outlining its recent decisions in light of the Turkish court orders, saying it was forced to take... more
1 year ago
New threat to privacy? Scientists sound alarm over newly developed DNA tool
PARIS - The traces of genetic material that humans constantly shed wherever they go could soon be used to track individual people, or even whole ethnic groups, scientists... more
1 year ago
Minister Ng speaks with Alfred Mutua, Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, spoke with Alfred Mutua, Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs.... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
US Government Announces New Sudan Sanctions Authority
On May 4, 2023, the President Biden issued Executive Order 14098 (“EO 14098“) establishing a sanctions authority that authorizes the US Government to imposes sanctions on persons or... more
1 year ago
OFAC reissues Russian energy General Licence and removes Skoda from designation list
On Friday 5 May 2023, OFAC reissued Russia-related General Licence 8G, “Authorising Transactions Related to Energy”.  The substance of the licence has not changed, but it has been... more
1 year ago
US authorises first transfer of seized Russian assets to Ukraine
The US Attorney General, Merrick Garland, has announced that $5.4 million forfeit from US sanctioned Konstantin Malofeyev will be transferred directly to Ukraine.  It is unclear exactly how... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Cyprus sent US information on sanctions breaches
The Cypriot President, Nikos Christodoulides, has confirmed that he has received an 800-page dossier requested from the US government concerning Cypriot people and entities who are subject to... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
US sanctions members of Sinaloa Cartel and related entities
OFAC has designated four members of the Sinaloa Cartel and two Mexican entities involved in the supply of fentanyl and other drugs into the United States. The four sanctioned... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Minister Ng to host His Excellency Albert Muchanga, Commissioner for Economic Development, Trade, Tourism, Industry and Minerals of the African Union Commission
May 15, 2023 – The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, will host His Excellency Albert Muchanga, Commissioner for Economic... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Policy paper: Public Service Pensions – Cost Control Mechanism and the Reformed Scheme Only Design
Further detail on the operation the new ‘reformed scheme only design’ for the Cost Control Mechanism in Public Service Pension Schemes.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Treasury Minutes – May 2023
Government departments respond to the Public Accounts Committee reports through a Treasury minute.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
UK pledges long range drones to Ukraine
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will pledge to send more weapons to Ukraine including attack drones and air defence systems, as the country’s president, Mr Volodymyr Zelensky, made a... more
1 year ago
Minister Joly to advance economic security cooperation in the Republic of Korea and deepen ties with the Philippines
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will be travelling to Seoul, Republic of Korea (Korea), from May 15 to 17, 2023 to... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
There may be more 'Chinese police stations' in Canada, minister says
There may be more "Chinese police stations" operating in Canada, the Public Safety Minister told a Canadian TV station on Sunday, months after police said they were investigating... more
1 year ago
x.JT
Japanese protesters call to evict US military outposts amid growing tensions
Demonstrators demanded the closure of the US’ Okinawa bases. The island’s inhabitants are weary of the pollution - both chemical and aural - produced by Washington’s military outposts,... more
1 year ago
Legal fund for man charged in New York subway death tops US$1.6 m
NEW YORK - A crowdfunding effort supporting the man charged over the chokehold death of a homeless person in New York has raised more than US$1.6 million (S$2.14... more
1 year ago
Ukraine Loses Almost 300 Military, Mercenaries in Donetsk Direction Over Past Day - Moscow
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The South Grouping of the Russian armed forces has eliminated over 285 Ukrainian military and mercenaries, as well as 17 military vehicles and a weapons... more
1 year ago
x.globalsecurity
Arctic Council Statement on the Occasion of the Thirteenth Meeting of the Arctic Council
In accordance with the Rules of Procedure of the Arctic Council, and in recognition of the objectives and commitments expressed in the Declaration on the Establishment of the... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
EU discusses eleventh package of EU sanctions against Russia
On 9 May 2023, the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, announced further details on the proposed eleventh package of EU sanctions against Russia. According... more
1 year ago
New York Attorney General Proposes Crypto Regulation, Protection, Transparency, and Oversight (CRPTO) Act
On May 5, 2023, New York Attorney General Letitia James released proposed legislation that seeks to regulate all facets of the cryptocurrency industry. Continue Reading... more
1 year ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
U.S. boosts military presence in the Middle East after Iran seizes tankers
The U.S. military is working with allies to send more ships and aircraft to the Middle East as Iran escalates its seizures of merchant tankers, the National Security... more
1 year ago
x.Yahoo
Ukraine-/Russia-related Designation Removal
OFAC has updated its SSI List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
Biden-Harris Administration Announces New Actions to Promote Responsible Artificial Intelligence Innovation
On May 4, 2023, the Biden-Harris Administration announced new actions to promote responsible American innovation in artificial intelligence. Continue Reading... more
1 year ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Minister Joly to welcome Kenyan counterpart to Canada
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will welcome Alfred Mutua, Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, to Canada from May... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
International: Assess, visualize and improve the effectiveness of your compliance program
Most major companies have implemented a compliance program but often struggle with two issues: ensuring the compliance program remains effective in light of their existing and changing landscape... more
1 year ago
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1 year ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Canada’s statement on escalation between Israel and Gaza
“Canada is deeply concerned by the escalation between Israel and Gaza and stands firmly with the Israeli and Palestinian peoples in their right to live in peace, security,... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly welcomes Kuwait’s Minister of Foreign Affairs to Canada
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that on May 12, 2023, she will welcome Sheikh Salem Abdullah Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Kuwait’s Minister of Foreign Affairs,... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
United States: OFAC reissues General License extending authorization period for transactions related to energy
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled United States: OFAC Reissues General License Extending Authorization Period for Transactions Related to Energy on 5 May 2023. Read the article via... more
1 year ago
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US Government Makes First Sanctions Designations under Executive Order Related to Hostage-Taking and Wrongful Detention of US Nationals
On April 27, 2023, the US Department of State (“State”) designated Russia’s Federal Security Service (“FSB”) and Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Intelligence Organization (“IRGC-IO”) pursuant to Executive... more
1 year ago
European Parliament Adopts EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework Resolution
On May 11, 2023, at a plenary session, the European Parliament voted to adopt a resolution on the adequacy of the protection afforded by the EU-U.S. Data Privacy... more
1 year ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
News story: Food inflation – Chief Secretary meets sector representatives
The Chief Secretary to the Treasury listened to the views of supermarket representatives.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Texas Senate Passes Texas Data Privacy and Security Act
On May 10, 2023, the Texas Senate passed H.B. 4, also known as the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act. Continue Reading... more
1 year ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Texas Legislature Passes Texas Data Privacy and Security Act
On May 10, 2023, the Texas Senate passed H.B. 4, also known as the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act. Continue Reading... more
1 year ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Standard: Government Functional Standard GovS 006: Finance
The purpose of this government standard is to set expectations for the effective management and use of public funds.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Details of the EU’s proposed 11th package of Russia sanctions announced
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has announced details of the EU’s 11th package of Russia sanctions for which the Commission adopted a proposal on Friday. The... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
English High Court rejects defence of reasonable belief that Russia sanctions applied
The Commercial Court has given judgment in Celestial Aviation Services Ltd v UniCredit Bank, rejecting a defence under s.44 SAMLA 2018, which provides that people and entities are... more
1 year ago
Global-Sanctions
Tell Capita PLC to stop profiting from the hostile environment
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
Charities protest Capita AGM over controversial government GPS tracking contract
1 year ago
Privacy International News Feed
National Statistics: Public Spending Statistics release: May 2023
The May 2023 national statistics public expenditure outturn release.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Official Statistics: Help to Buy: ISA Scheme Quarterly Statistics: December 2015 to 31 December 2022
This statistical release presents official statistics on the government’s Help to Buy: ISA scheme.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Official Statistics: 2021 mortgage guarantee scheme Quarterly Statistics: 19 April to 30 December 2022
This statistical release presents official statistics on the government’s 2021 mortgage guarantee scheme.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
78/2023 : 11 May 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Joined Cases C-156/22, C-157/22, C-158/22
TAP Portugal (Décès du copilote) Transport L’annulation d’un vol en raison du décès inopiné du copilote n’exonère pas la compagnie aérienne de son obligation d’indemniser les passagers... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
77/2023 : 11 May 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-155/22
Bezirkshauptmannschaft Lilienfeld Transport A road transport undertaking cannot discharge its responsibility for compliance with the driving times and rest periods of drivers by transferring it to a third... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
76/2023 : 11 May 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-817/21
Inspecţia Judiciară External relations Rule of law: the body in charge of disciplinary proceedings against judges must be independent and impartial... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
Virginia hid execution files from the public. Here's what they don't want you to see
A former Virginia Department of Corrections employee donated hundreds of execution documents, including these photographs, to the Library of Virginia more than a decade ago. NPR is now... more
1 year ago
NPR
SoftBank posts $9.6 billion annual loss as Vision Fund slides further
TOKYO - Japan’s SoftBank Group reported an annual net loss of 970 billion yen (S$9.6 billion) for the year ended March 31, with the Vision Fund unit posting... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
US sends Ukraine cash that was seized from Russian oligarch
United States to provide $1.2 billion in new military aid to Ukraine, including air defenses and ammunition. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says it is "only a matter of... more
1 year ago
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Minister Ng welcomes Piyush Goyal, India’s Minister of Commerce and Industry, and business delegation from India
India’s strategic, economic and demographic importance in the Indo-Pacific makes it a critical partner in Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy.... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Important Technical Notice for Users of the OFAC website on SSL Certificates
The Office of Foreign Assets Control has published this technical notice​ ​for users of its website and sanctions list data files. Please visit the URL below to view... more
1 year ago
OFAC (US)
California's Feinstein returns to Senate amid calls for resignation
WASHINGTON (AP) — California Sen. Dianne Feinstein returned to the Senate on Wednesday after a two-and-a-half-month absence due to illness, giving majority Democrats a much-needed final vote as... more
1 year ago
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Minister Ng to hold virtual media availability following Indian Minister Piyush Goyal’s visit to Canada
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, will host a virtual media availability following India’s Minister of Commerce and Industry,... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Policy paper: Joint Statement from the Specialised Committee on Financial Provisions
Joint statement following the seventh meeting of the Financial Provisions Specialised Committee – 10 May 2023... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
News story: New Chief Economic Adviser to the Treasury appointed
Sam Beckett has been appointed as the new Chief Economic Adviser to the Treasury, replacing Clare Lombardelli.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Spring Finance Bill 2023: Public Bill Committee
Explanatory Notes for government amendments in Public Bill Committee of Spring Finance Bill 2023.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Correspondence: DAO 03/23 Updates to Managing Public Money and Accounting officer assessments: guidance
'Dear Accounting Officer' letters provide advice on accountability, regularity, propriety, value for money and annual accounting exercises.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
75/2023 : 10 May 2023 - Judgment of the General Court in joined cases T-34/21, T-87/21
Ryanair v Commission (Lufthansa ; COVID-19) State aid The General Court annuls the decision of the Commission to approve the recapitalisation of Lufthansa by Germany, amounting to €6... more
1 year ago
curia.europa.eu
China, Canada in tit-for-tat expulsions of diplomats over interference report
Beijing vows to 'fight back resolutely and forcefully' but denies that its diplomat intimidated a politician. By Paul Eckert for RFA 2023.05.09 -- China expelled a Canadian diplomat... more
1 year ago
x.globalsecurity
Minister Joly announces Canada’s United Nations Human Rights Council candidacy
Human rights are the foundation of freedom, justice, and peace in the world. But human rights are currently under attack, and the multilateral system that underpins these rights... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
Blog Series: Sanctions Enforcement Around the World, the Swiss Perspective
Having focused on the enforcement of sanctions by Australia and Ukraine in the past weeks, we now turn our attention to the sanctions enforcement trends in Switzerland. The State... more
1 year ago
Britain set to blacklist Russia's Wagner group: Report
LONDON - Britain is set to formally blacklist Russia’s mercenary force Wagner group as a terrorist organisation to increase pressure on Russia, The Times newspaper reported on Tuesday.... more
1 year ago
Europe: CJEU holds that mere infringement of the GDPR does not give rise to a right to compensation
On 4 May 2023, European Court of Justice (“CJEU”) delivered its judgment regarding the interpretation of Article 82 of the General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”). The CJEU held... more
1 year ago
Open consultation: Financial Services Regulation: Measuring Success – Call for Proposals
The Call for Proposals seeks views on which metrics the FCA and the PRA should publish in relation to the new secondary growth and competitiveness objectives.... more
1 year ago
HM Treasury
Florida lawmakers want to use radioactive material to pave roads
Construction workers build along State Road 836 in 2018 in Miami. HB 1191 would compel the Florida Transportation Department to study using phosphogypsum in paving projects. Roads in... more
1 year ago
NPR
Minister Joly to make an important announcement regarding Canada’s leadership on human rights
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will hold a media availability during which she will make an important announcement on Canada’s leadership on human rights. Minister... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
LinkedIn cuts 716 jobs as it phases out its China app
  LinkedIn is cutting 716 jobs and will begin phasing out its local jobs app in China. In a letter today, LinkedIn CEO Ryan Roslanky said the decision... more
1 year ago
.techcrunch
Press release: Foreign Secretary visits Washington DC to reaffirm sustained UK-US support for Ukraine
Foreign Secretary James Cleverly will meet US Secretary of State and leading members of Congress to discuss the US and UK's long-term commitment to Ukraine.... more
1 year ago
UK Sanctions Russia
CPPA Board to Hold Meeting to Discuss CPRA Regulations Proposals and Priorities
On May 4, 2023, the California Privacy Protection Agency Board announced that it will hold a public meeting on May 15, 2023 to discuss California Privacy Rights Act... more
1 year ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Canada declares Zhao Wei persona non grata
Canada has decided to declare persona non grata Mr. Zhao Wei.... more
1 year ago
Global Affairs Canada
US Fed flags concerns over credit tightening, financial stress
WASHINGTON - A Federal Reserve report warned that banks’ concerns about slower growth could lead them to make fewer loans, accelerating an economic downturn, and highlighted commercial real... more
1 year ago
...straitstimes
CIPL Publishes Discussion Paper on B2G Data Sharing
On May 4, 2023, the Centre for Information Policy Leadership at Hunton Andrews Kurth published a discussion paper on business-to-government data sharing. Continue Reading... more
1 year ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
CJEU Determines that a Mere Infringement of the GDPR is not Sufficient to Require Compensation
On May 4, 2023, the Court of Justice of the European Union issued a judgment in the Österreichische Post case. Continue Reading... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
China harmonizes licensing regimes for network products
On April 12, 2023, China’s regulators on cybersecurity and product standardization, including the Cyberspace Administration of China (“CAC”), Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (“MIIT”), Ministry of Public... more
2 years ago
Privacy at the FTC – What Are the Hot Topics Almost Two Years Into the Khan Administration?
It has been almost two years since Lina Khan was designated the new Federal Trade Commission (FTC) chair, and it has been an eventful few years. One of... more
2 years ago
FBI: Colombians drugged US soldiers, stole money, phones
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Three Colombian nationals are facing federal charges in Miami accusing them of drugging two U.S. Army soldiers at a Bogota bar three years ago... more
1 year ago
.Military Times
Iran concealed weapons in earthquake aid to hit US troops, Discord leak says: report
A new leak found that Iran concealed weapons within earthquake aid to Syria to target U.S. troops, The Washington Post reported. A new leak of U.S. documents that... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
Toxic foam spill at Hawaii’s Red Hill facility due to contractor error
A maintenance contractor’s error, and lack of adequate oversight by the Navy, led to the spill of 1,300 gallons of toxic fire suppressant at the Red Hill Bulk... more
2 years ago
.Military Times
US set to provide Chinese Taipei with $500mn worth of weapons amid rising tensions with China
Source: Iran Press TV Saturday, 06 May 2023 4:26 PM The United States is preparing an express weapons delivery for Chinese Taipei (Taiwan), despite Bejing's repeated warnings to... more
2 years ago
x.globalsecurity
Iran protests: Football star Ali Karimi under travel ban, leaked papers show
Mr Karimi was among the first celebrities who vehemently criticised the deadly crackdown on the protests which erupted in September. The footballer, known as the Maradona of Asia,... more
2 years ago
OFAC Reissues General License Extending Authorization Period for Transactions Related to Energy
On May 5, 2023, the US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Controls (“OFAC”) reissued Russia-related General License 8G, “Authorizing Transactions Related to Energy.”  The scope of the General... more
2 years ago
UN reaffirms 'commitment to stay' in Afghanistan
UN chief Antonio Guterres addresses envoys during talks on Afghanistan in Qatar on May 2, 2023 The UN reaffirmed its "commitment to stay" in Afghanistan on Friday, in... more
2 years ago
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Confusion sets in as Meta content moderators go without pay
Content moderators under Sama, Meta’s content review sub-contractor in Africa, earlier today picketed at the company’s headquarters in Kenya demanding April salary, while urging it to observe the... more
2 years ago
.techcrunch
US issues new authority for Sudan sanctions
US President Biden yesterday issued a new Executive Order (E.O.), ‘Executive Order on Imposing Sanctions on Certain Persons Destabilising Sudan and Undermining the Goal of a Democratic Transition’,... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
FTC, DOJ, CFPB and EEOC Release Joint Statement on Enforcement Against Unlawful Use of Automated Systems
On April 25, 2023, officials from the Federal Trade Commission, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission released a... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
United States and Türkiye Impose Joint Sanctions Against Terrorist Financing Facilitators
On May 2, 2023, for the second time this year, the US and Turkish governments took joint action in imposing sanctions.  Specifically, the United States and Türkiye imposed... more
2 years ago
Canadian parliament debates amended ownership & control test & adds 10 to Iran sanctions list
The Canadian Budget Implementation Act 2023, No. 1 (Bill C-47), if passed, would amend the Special Economic Measures Act (SEMA) and the Justice for Victims of Corrupt Foreign... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Life under 24/7 GPS surveillance - A GPS ankle tag experiment
2 years ago
Privacy International News Feed
Who profits from the UK's 24/7 tracking of migrants?
2 years ago
Privacy International News Feed
Lebanon's finance minister questioned in Central Bank probe
BEIRUT (AP) — A European judicial team questioned Lebanon’s caretaker finance minister on Friday in an investigation related to corruption probes of the country’s Central Bank governor, officials... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
Correspondence: DAO 02/23 Risk Control Framework (Updated Orange Book)
'Dear Accounting Officer' letters provide advice on accountability, regularity, propriety, value for money and annual accounting exercises.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Accounting officer assessments
This guidance is for accounting officers making decisions on policy, spending initiatives and projects, including when to publish a summary.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Press group: China biggest global jailer of journalists
WASHINGTON (AP) — China was the biggest global jailer of journalists last year with more than 100 behind bars, according to a press freedom group, as President Xi... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
US investigating Goldman’s work for Silicon Valley Bank
NEW YORK - US authorities are investigating the work Goldman Sachs did for Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) in the weeks before it failed, including its advice that the... more
2 years ago
...straitstimes
Minister Ng announces appointment of Vivian Abdelmessih as Export Development Canada Board Chair 
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, announced the appointment of Vivian Abdelmessih as Chairperson of the Board of... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Biographical note: Vivian Abdelmessih
Vivian Abdelmessih joined Export Development Canada on March 31, 2023, as Chairperson of the Board of Directors for 4-year term.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Biden dispatching top aide to meet with Saudi crown prince
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden is dispatching one his top advisers to Saudi Arabia to meet with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the de facto leader of... more
2 years ago
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Blog Series: Sanctions Enforcement Around the World, the Ukrainian Perspective
Following the inaugural post for the new Sanctions Enforcement Around the World blog series focused on enforcement trends in Australia, we now turn our attention to the sanctions... more
2 years ago
EU Commission publishes guidance on insulating EU agricultural trade operations from the control of designated persons
The European Commission yesterday published a guidance note to assist in the implementation and recognition of ‘firewalls’, which allow non-designated EU entities controlled by EU-designated persons to continue... more
2 years ago
Canada welcomes release of report by Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe on deportation of Ukrainian children
“Today, while Canada welcomes this report, we are outraged by the violations that it documents—violations of international humanitarian law and international human rights. Its findings further support the... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Privacy vs. Perks: Comparing the CCPA’s Notice of Financial Incentive and the Colorado Privacy Act’s Bona Fide Loyalty Program Rules
What is loyalty? Ask a mob boss, a Los Angeles Lakers fan and a Labrador retriever, and you might get three different answers. Ask a retailer, and they’ll... more
2 years ago
OFAC settlement with former online trading platform operator
On Monday (1 May 2023), OFAC announced that Poloniex, LLC, which previously operated an online trading and settlement platform known as Poloniex Inc., has agreed to pay $7,591,630... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Issuance of Executive Order Imposing Sanctions on Certain Persons Destabilizing Sudan and Undermining the Goal of a Democratic Transition
Today, the President signed a new Executive Order Imposing Sanctions on Certain Persons Destabilizing Sudan and Undermining the Goal of a Democratic Transition. In addition, the Department of... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Guidance: General Licence INT/2022/1710676
A general licence issued by OFSI... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
EU adopts Moldova sanctions framework
The EU has adopted a new framework for sanctions in response to threats to the stability of Moldova and its government. Press Release. Council Regulation (EU) 2023/888 and... more
2 years ago
Guidance: Orange Book
This guidance establishes the concept of risk management.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Amid a child labor crisis, U.S. state governments are loosening regulations
A series of investigative reports over the last few months has revealed that migrant children, mostly from Central America, are working in some of the most dangerous jobs... more
2 years ago
NPR
Canada Weighs Blowback on Possible Expulsion of Chinese Diplomat
(Bloomberg) -- Canada is assessing the consequences of potentially expelling a Chinese diplomat accused in media reports of targeting a Canadian lawmaker’s family for sanctions as political punishment.... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
Fox opposes fellow journalists trying to uncover documents
NEW YORK (AP) — Fox News is opposing a renewed effort by three news organizations to unseal documents related to its recently settled defamation lawsuit, saying it would... more
2 years ago
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Guidance: Managing public money
This publication offers guidance on how to handle public funds.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Joint submission to European Commission guidelines on abuses of dominance
2 years ago
Privacy International News Feed
Minister Ng to host Indian Minister Piyush Goyal in Canada
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, will host India’s Minister of Commerce and Industry, Consumer Affairs and Food, and... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
74/2023 : 4 May 2023 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-148/22
Commune d'Ans According to Advocate General Collins, a public body may, under certain conditions, prohibit its employees from wearing any visible sign of political, religious or philosophical belief... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
Research: UK official holdings of international reserves: April 2023
This release details movements in the international reserves of gold and assets held by the UK Government.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
73/2023 : 4 May 2023 - Opinion of the Advocate General in cases C-451/21 P, C-454/21 P
Luxembourg v Commission State aid Tax rulings: Advocate General Kokott considers that the Commission erred in finding that Luxembourg had granted unlawful State aid to the Engie group... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
72/2023 : 4 May 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-300/21
Österreichische Post (Préjudice moral lié au traitement de données personnelles) Mere infringement of the GDPR does not give rise to a right to compensation... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
71/2023 : 4 May 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-487/21
Österreichische Datenschutzbehörde Principles of Community law GDPR: the right to obtain a ‘copy’ of personal data means that the data subject must be given a faithful and intelligible... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
70/2023 : 4 May 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-389/21 P
ECB v Crédit lyonnais Economic policy The Court confirms the ECB's refusal to exclude for the purposes of the calculation of the leverage ratio of Crédit lyonnais 34%... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
69/2023 : 4 May 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-40/21
Agenția Națională de Integritate Fight against corruption: EU law does not preclude a person from being prohibited from all elective public office for three years if he or... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
Russia accuses U.S. of planning alleged drone attack on Kremlin
Ukraine — Russia attacked several Ukrainian cities with explosive drones overnight, though Ukraine said Thursday that it had managed to shoot most of them down. Russia called the attack payback... more
2 years ago
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FTC moves to ban Meta from profiting off data of users under age 18
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission is alleging Facebook "repeatedly violated its privacy promises" and is proposing a "blanket prohibition" on parent company Meta's monetization of data of users... more
2 years ago
IAPP Privacy Advisor
Credit Suisse AT1 holders in Asia add to claims over wipe-out
A group of Credit Suisse Group bondholders in Asia challenged Switzerland’s banking regulator over the decision to write down about 16 billion Swiss francs (S$24 billion) of the... more
2 years ago
...straitstimes
Minister Joly concludes visit to Kenya
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, yesterday concluded a productive visit to Kenya, where she met with Canadians who have been recently evacuated from Sudan and... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
UK Regulators Urge Capita PLC Clients to Assess Effects of Data Breach
On March 22, 2023, Capital PLC experienced a cyber incident which it announced in a press release on April 3, 2023 and an update on April 20, 2023.... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Canada Further Sanctions Iranian Regime: 9 Individuals and 1 Entity Targeted
On May 3, 2023, Canada announced further amendments to the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations (the “Regulations”) in response to Iran’s “gross and systematic human rights violations in... more
2 years ago
Canada Proposes Amendments to Economic Sanctions Framework and Seeks to Establish Deemed Ownership Provisions
The Government of Canada recently introduced Part 1 of the budget implementation bill (Bill C-47), which completed its second reading before the House of Commons and has been... more
2 years ago
Canada provides humanitarian assistance funding for Sudan and neighbouring countries
Canada is deeply concerned by the conflict in Sudan and its humanitarian impact on the country’s population and those living in neighbouring countries already struggling as a result... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Tennessee Privacy Law Recognizes CBPR and PRP Certifications
On April 21, 2023, the Tennessee legislature voted to enact the Tennessee Information Privacy Act (H.B. 1181). Continue Reading... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Proposal for EU corruption sanctions
The EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy has proposed a Council Decision and, jointly with the European Commission, a proposal for a Council Regulation introducing... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Media Freedom Coalition Statement: World Press Freedom Day 
On this World Press Freedom Day, we, the undersigned members of the Media Freedom Coalition, pay tribute to journalists and media workers all over the world and the... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
McDonald’s franchises fined for child labor violations
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Two 10-year-olds are among 300 children who worked at McDonald's restaurants illegally, a Labor Department investigation of franchisees in Kentucky found. Agency investigators found... more
2 years ago
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Canada sanctions Iranian regime for continued human rights violations
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing additional sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations. This is the 11th package... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Czech Republic introduces unilateral sanctions against Russia
By making the first entry to the national sanctions list, the Czech Republic has taken another step in its efforts to use its sanctions powers to respond more... more
2 years ago
Minister Ng attends Conference on the Americas, meets with U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai 
This week, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, attended the 53rd Washington Conference on the Americas.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Sajjan to hold press conference to announce humanitarian assistance funding for Sudan and neighboring countries  
May 2, 2023 - The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada will hold a press... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Asia stocks set to drop as bank woes hit US shares: markets wrap
Shares in Asia are set to decline after Wall Street fell on renewed concern about the banking sector before a Federal Reserve decision on Wednesday where US policymakers... more
2 years ago
...straitstimes
Elon Musk threatens to re-assign @NPR on Twitter to another company
Elon Musk has threatened to reassign NPR's Twitter account to another company. In a series of emails sent to this reporter, Musk suggested he would transfer the network's... more
2 years ago
NPR
Zelensky says White House did not inform him of documents leak: Washington Post
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told the Washington Post in an interview published on Tuesday that the White House did not inform him about a leak of secret US... more
2 years ago
US to send Ukraine $300 million in military aid
The U.S. is sending Ukraine about $300 million in additional military aid, including an enormous amount of artillery rounds, howitzers, air-to-ground rockets and ammunition as the launch of a... more
2 years ago
.Military Times
US stocks fall as regional banking concerns return
NEW YORK - US stocks ended the trading day lower on Tuesday, with regional bank stocks recording another day of plummeting values ahead of an expected rate hike... more
2 years ago
...straitstimes
Canada accepts WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, announced today that Canada has formally accepted the WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Our position on the EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA)
2 years ago
Privacy International News Feed
Counter Terrorism Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
China sanctions webinar – 1pm today (UK time)
Please register here for our webinar on China sanctions today. Maya Lester KC of Brick Court Chambers and Michael O’Kane of Peters & Peters Solicitors LLP with the... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Canada and United Kingdom announce recipient of the 2023 Media Freedom Award
The 2023 Canada-United Kingdom Media Freedom Award has been presented today to independent Egyptian online newspaper Mada Masr for extraordinary commitment to high-quality independent journalism. The newspaper continued... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Morgan Stanley plans 3,000 more job cuts as dealmaking slumps
Senior managers are discussing plans to eliminate about 3,000 jobs from the global workforce by the end of this quarter, according to people with knowledge of the matter.... more
2 years ago
...straitstimes
Vice Media is said to be headed for bankruptcy
NEW YORK - Vice, the brash digital media disrupter that charmed giants like Disney and Fox into investing before a stunning crash landing, is preparing to file for... more
2 years ago
Bill C-11: Why is YouTube mad at Canada?
A new law that seeks to give Canadian artists a leg up online has left many influencers and tech giants alike seeing red. They took out subway ads,... more
2 years ago
Settlement Agreement between the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control and Poloniex, LLC
The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) today announced a settlement with Poloniex, LLC (“Poloniex”). Poloniex agreed to remit $7,591,630 to settle its... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Top Russian Activist Indicted
Last weekend, Russian authorities moved one step closer towards potentially locking up Oleg Orlov, one of Russia’s most prominent and outspoken human rights defenders. On April 29, the... more
2 years ago
The U.S. could run out of cash to pay its bills by June 1, Yellen warns Congress
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warned lawmakers Monday that the federal government could run short of money to pay its bills as early as June 1 unless the debt... more
2 years ago
NPR
Biden tells Marcos US commitment for defence of Philippines is 'ironclad'
WASHINGTON - President Joe Biden told Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr at the White House on Monday that the US commitment to the defence of its ally was... more
2 years ago
Initial autopsies show children starved, asphyxiated in Kenyan cult
NAIROBI - The bodies of several children exhumed in eastern Kenya showed signs of starvation and in some cases asphyxiation, a government pathologist said on Monday, as investigators... more
2 years ago
Biden urges US Republicans take debt default off table, warns of potential for unprecedented US debt default
WASHINGTON - US President Joe Biden on Monday urged House of Representatives Speaker Kevin McCarthy to take the potential for an unprecedented US debt default off the table,... more
2 years ago
Issuance of Venezuela-related General License; Publication of New and Amended Venezuela-related Frequently Asked Questions
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Venezuela General License 42, "Authorizing Certain Transactions Related to the Negotiation of Certain Settlement Agreements with... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Ex-Goldman banker Roger Ng gets delay in starting his prison term
Former Goldman Sachs Group banker Roger Ng won postponement of the start of his 10-year prison term for about three months until Aug 7, a federal judge ruled.... more
2 years ago
Failed bank First Republic is bought by JPMorgan Chase
JPMorgan Chase, one of the biggest banks in the U.S., is buying the troubled First Republic Bank's deposits, a "substantial amount of their assets and certain liabilities," JPMorgan... more
2 years ago
NPR
Britons urged to swear allegiance to King Charles
All Britons will be called on to swear allegiance to King Charles III at his coronation, an oath hitherto reserved for British nobility. It is a move that... more
2 years ago
Adidas sued by investors over Kanye West deal
Adidas is being sued by investors who claim the firm knew about Kanye West's problematic behaviour years before it ended their partnership. Investors allege Adidas failed to limit... more
2 years ago
U.S. help to Taiwan over Chinese threat should be 'fully global': Bolton
Taipei, April 29 (CNA) The United States should engage with other democracies around the world to help Taiwan fend off threats from China, former U.S. national security adviser... more
2 years ago
x.globalsecurity
US President Biden attacks news outlets for 'lies of conspiracy and malice'
US President Joe Biden on Saturday, in a possible preview of a 2024 presidential campaign theme, attacked news outlets he said used “lies told for profit and power”... more
2 years ago
Flood concerns rise as Mississippi River crests in Iowa city
DUBUQUE, Iowa (AP) — The surging Mississippi River was cresting in Iowa on Saturday as melting snow from Minnesota and Wisconsin continues to push up river levels, the... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
Iran's President Raisi slams US presence in Middle East
Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi on Saturday slammed the United States' presence in the Middle East, as he hosted his counterpart from neighbouring Iraq for wide-ranging talks. Decades-old arch... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
Montana and Tennessee Could Become Eighth and Ninth States to Enact Comprehensive Consumer Privacy Bills
On April 21, 2023, the Montana and Tennessee legislatures voted to enact comprehensive consumer privacy bills in their respective states. If signed by their governors, Montana’s Consumer Data... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Montana and Tennessee Pass Comprehensive Consumer Privacy Bills
On April 21, 2023, the Montana and Tennessee legislatures voted to enact comprehensive consumer privacy bills in their respective states. If signed by their governors, Montana’s Consumer Data... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
UK General Licence for Russia & Belarus legal fees extended
OFSI has issued General Licence (GL) INT/2023/2954852, which takes effect from 00:01 on 29 April and authorises until 28 October 2023 the payment of legal fees by people... more
2 years ago
Fed says it failed to take forceful action on SVB
The US central bank has said it failed to act with "sufficient force and urgency" in its oversight of Silicon Valley Bank, which collapsed last month in the... more
2 years ago
US imposes first sanctions in response to wrongful detention of US nationals
US Department of State and OFAC yesterday made the first designations under Executive Order (E.O.) 14078, “Bolstering Efforts to Bring Hostages and Wrongfully Detained U.S. Nationals Home,” which... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Guidance: Legal Services General Licence
Legal Services General Licence and Legal Fees General Licence Reporting INT/2023/2954852 forms... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Critical-rated security flaw in Illumina DNA sequencing tech exposes patient data
The U.S. government has sounded the alarm about a critical software vulnerability found in genomics giant Illumina’s DNA sequencing devices, which hackers can exploit to modify or steal... more
2 years ago
.techcrunch
Correspondence: Asset purchase facility (APF) ceiling, April 2023
The Chancellor of the Exchequer and the Governor of the Bank of England jointly agreed to reduce the maximum authorised size of the APF. This was confirmed via... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
UNSC designates 2 ISIL-K members
The UN Security Council ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida Sanctions Committee has added Maulawi Rajab, a senior leader of the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant – Khorasan... more
2 years ago
German ECJ reference on whether notary services infringes EU Russia sanctions legal services prohibition
The Berlin Regional Court has made a request in Case C-109/23 to the European Court of Justice for a preliminary ruling on the EU’s restrictions on the provision... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
US nuclear submarines to dock in S Korea in rare visit amid tension with North
The US military is set to deploy nuclear-armed submarines to South Korea in a purported move to show its resolve to protect Seoul against the North Korea. The... more
2 years ago
x.globalsecurity
Hostages and Wrongfully Detained U.S. Nationals Designations; Counter Narcotics Designations and Removal; Iran-related Designations Updates and Removals; Issuance of Cyber-related General License and Amended Frequently Asked Questions
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Cyber-related General License 1C, "Authorizing Certain Transactions with the Federal Security Service." OFAC is also... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
EDPB Initiates Procedure for Electing A New Chair
On April 26, 2023, the European Data Protection Board (“EDPB”) initiated the procedure for electing a new Chair and Deputy Chair to replace Andrea Jelinek and Ventsislav Karadjov,... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Switzerland adopts UN sanctions humanitarian exemptions
The Swiss Federal Council has adopted the humanitarian exemption to UN sanctions regimes introduced by the Security Council in December 2022, as set out in Resolution 2664 (2022)... more
2 years ago
Blog Series: Sanctions Enforcement Around the World, the Australian Perspective
Over the past eight weeks, following the announcement of the G7’s Sanctions Enforcement Coordination Mechanism, we have journeyed to our offices in each of the G7 members to... more
2 years ago
Army’s about-face on contracts extends aviation officers’ service
Officials from Army Human Resources Command recently alerted hundreds of active duty aviation officers that their service commitments are about three years longer than previously thought, Army Times... more
2 years ago
.Military Times
Commanders suspended at base where alleged Pentagon leaker worked
Two commanders in the Massachusetts Air National Guard were temporarily suspended last week in connection with a federal investigation into alleged classified intelligence leaker Jack Teixeira, the Air... more
2 years ago
.Military Times
Canada announces expansion and renewal of Women’s Voice and Leadership program
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, today announced $195 million over 5 years and... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Congressional China panel preps proposals to rapidly arm Taiwan
WASHINGTON — The House committee dedicated to countering China is preparing bipartisan proposals for the fiscal 2024 defense authorization bill that would accelerate U.S. munitions production and arms... more
2 years ago
Defense News
2022 Key highlights of our results
2 years ago
Privacy International News Feed
Lyft layoffs to affect 26% of workforce
Lyft said Thursday it will cut 26% of its workforce, or about 1,072 people, as part of a restructuring plan aimed at rebuilding its core ride-hailing product and... more
2 years ago
.techcrunch
Policy paper: Government financial reporting review: Best practice examples from 2021-22
Best practice examples taken from the 2021-22 annual reports and accounts, produced as a result of the commitment HM Treasury made as part of the government financial reporting... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Europe: Opinion of the Advocate General on presumed fault of the controller in case of unlawful third-party access to personal data
Authors: Verena Grentzenberg, Andreas Rüdiger, Ludwig Lauer In his Opinion of 27.04.2023 (C 340/21), the Advocate General of the European Court of Justice (“ECJ”) commented on the interpretation... more
2 years ago
Guidance: Financial sanctions, ISIL (Da'esh) and Al-Qaida organisations
Certain persons and entities associated with the ISIL (Da'esh) and Al-Qaida organisations are subject to UK financial sanctions.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Financial sanctions, ISIL (Da'esh) and Al-Qaida organisations
Certain persons and entities associated with the ISIL (Da'esh) and Al-Qaida organisations are subject to UK financial sanctions.... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Chinese navy ships head to Singapore for joint drills
BEIJING — China’s military has dispatched a pair of navy ships to take part in joint drills with Singapore’s navy and join in a regional maritime security exhibition.... more
2 years ago
.Military Times
Sanctions on China: where are we heading? Webinar – 1pm on Tuesday, 2 May
At 1pm on Tuesday, 2 May, join Maya Lester KC of Brick Court Chambers and Michael O’Kane of Peters & Peters Solicitors LLP for a discussion of present... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
News story: Savers set to benefit from simpler tax system
Millions of people could benefit from plans to help them boost their future savings as the government today (27 April) publishes a range of tax measures to make... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Alleged Ndrangheta mafia crime boss Pasquale Bonavota arrested in Italian cathedral
The alleged boss of one of Italy's biggest mafia syndicates has been arrested by police at a cathedral in the northern city of Genoa. Pasquale Bonavota has been... more
2 years ago
Open consultation: Help to Save Reform
HM Treasury is seeking views on how the Help to Save scheme can be reformed and simplified.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Open consultation: Reserved Investor Fund consultation
This consultation is seeking views on the potential scope and design of a tax regime for a new type of investment fund: the Reserved Investor Fund (Contractual Scheme).... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
NATO: Ukraine allies sent 1,550 combat vehicles, ‘vast’ ammo
KYIV, Ukraine — NATO allies and partner countries have delivered more than 98% of the combat vehicles promised to Ukraine during Russia’s invasion and war, the military alliance’s... more
2 years ago
.Military Times
Erdogan thanks Putin for his help on Turkish nuclear plant
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan have held talks by telephone, their offices said, before the two countries marked the inauguration of Turkey’s first... more
2 years ago
Ukraine introduces a new sanctions package against Russian IT and sports industries
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled Ukraine introduces a new sanctions package against Russian IT and sports industries on 24 April 2023. Read the article via... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Global: Sanctions enforcement around the world
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled New Blog Series: Sanctions Enforcement Around the World on 24 April 2023. Read the article via the link here. Please also... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Iran seizes Texas-bound oil tanker, Navy says
Iranian forces on Thursday seized a Marshall Islands-flagged oil tanker that was bound for Texas, according to the U.S. Navy. The Navy’s 5th Fleet said the oil tanker... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
British American Tobacco $508 million OFAC sanctions settlement
British American Tobacco p.l.c. (BAT) has agreed to pay $508,612,492 to settle potential civil liability for apparent violations of US sanctions on North Korea and WMD proliferators. It... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
68/2023 : 27 April 2023 - Information
Mr Vittorio Di Bucci appointed Registrar of the General Court by the Plenary Conference... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
67/2023 : 27 July 2023 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-340/21
Natsionalna agentsia za prihodite Principles of Community law Unlawful access to personal data by third parties leads to liability for presumed fault on the part of the controller... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
Harvard’s former chemistry head Charles Lieber avoids prison over undisclosed links to China
More than three years after his arrest, Charles Lieber, the former chair of Harvard University’s chemistry department, has avoided prison for failing to disclose funding from China. For... more
2 years ago
chemistryworld
On-demand webinar: UK sanctions update – OFSI sets out new expectations on sanctions due diligence
As discussed in our recent blog post (available here), the UK Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (“OFSI”) has updated its guidance on enforcement and monetary penalties for breaches... more
2 years ago
UK’s Sunak to Break Brexit Vow on Scrapping EU Laws by End 2023
The UK government has signaled it will break its pledge to carry out a “bonfire” of legislation dating from Britain’s membership of the European Union, risking the fury... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
Security Council ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida Sanctions Committee Adds Two Entries to Its Sanctions List
On 26 April 2023, the Security Council Committee pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999), 1989 (2011) and 2253 (2015) concerning ISIL (Da’esh), Al‑Qaida and associated individuals, groups, undertakings and... more
2 years ago
UN.org
Russian decree permits government to take temporary control of property linked to “unfriendly” states
In response to sanctions on Russia, President Putin yesterday signed Decree No. 302 to allow the Russian government to place property belonging to people or entities from “unfriendly”... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Government of Canada officials to provide technical briefing on the situation in Sudan
Officials from Global Affairs Canada, the Department of National Defence, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, and the Canada Border Services Agency will offer a technical briefing on the... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
EU Commission guidance on Russia sanctions reporting obligations
The European Commission has updated its Russia sanctions FAQs on asset freezes and the Central Bank of Russia to cover reporting obligations introduced by the 10th package of... more
2 years ago
NYC DCWP Adopts Rules to Implement Law Governing Automated Employment Decision Tools and Sets July Enforcement Date
On April 6, 2023, the New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection announced it adopted final rules to implement NYC’s Local Law 144 regarding automated employment... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Technical Corrections in the Iranian Transactions and Sanctions Regulations and Western Balkans Stabilization Regulations
The Federal Register has posted a regulatory amendment from the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) for public inspection today. This amendment updates the Iranian Transactions and Sanctions... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Minister Ng speaks with Mexico’s Secretary of Economy, Raquel Buenrostro
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, spoke yesterday with Raquel Buenrostro, Mexico’s Secretary of Economy.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Elizabeth Holmes delays going to prison with another appeal
Disgraced Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes has avoided starting her more than 11-year prison sentence on Thursday by deploying the same legal maneuver that enabled her co-conspirator in a... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
Nikita Mazepin challenges Canada sanctions
Nikita Mazepin, a Russian former Formula One driver, has filed a judicial review application in the Federal Court of Canada challenging his designation on Canada’s Russia sanctions list.... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Italy freezes assets of Artem Uss
The Italian Ministry of Finance is reported to have approved a decree freezing the assets of Artem Uss, a Russian national who escaped from house arrest in Milan... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Kremlin warns it could widen foreign company asset seizures
The Kremlin warned on Wednesday that Russia could widen the list of foreign companies subject to temporary asset seizures in case of the "expropriation" of Russian assets abroad.... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
66/2023 : 26 April 2023 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-54/21
OHB System v Commission Public procurement Galileo Programme: OHB System’s action against award of transition satellite contract to Thales Alenia Space Italia and Airbus Defence & Space dismissed... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
Why some Republicans see Carlson’s departure as a good thing
Fox News host Tucker Carlson’s sudden departure from the cable network is being greeted as good news by Republicans who support U.S. intervention in the war in Ukraine.... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
Government of Canada helping Canadians in Sudan
Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs and the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of National Defence, provided an update on assistance to Canadians in Sudan, including... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Settlement Agreement between the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control and British American Tobacco p.l.c.
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) today announced a $508,612,492 settlement with British American Tobacco p.l.c. ("BAT"). BAT, a London, England-headquartered tobacco... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
News story: Economic Secretary re-establishes the Asset Management Taskforce
City minister re-establishes influential forum convening senior leadership from industry and the FCA to identify and harness the potential of innovative new technologies for the UK asset management... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
New UK sanctions against Russia
The UK has adopted The Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment) Regulations 2023. See here for an explanatory memorandum accompanying this legislation. The new legislation introduced and expands on... more
2 years ago
Canada concerned with latest developments in Lachin Corridor
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement on the latest developments in the Lachin corridor... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
BIS Updates Policy to Incentivize Voluntary Self-Disclosures of Significant EAR Violations and Disclosures of EAR Violations by Others
On April 18, 2023, Matthew S. Axelrod, the Assistant Secretary for Export Enforcement, US Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (“BIS”), issued a memorandum titled “Clarifying... more
2 years ago
EU court rejects DRC sanctions interim measures application
The EU General Court last week dismissed an application for interim measures (ie a temporary injunction) made by a businessperson and former director of African Gold Refinery Ltd.... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Europe: Advocate General delivers Opinion on the right of access for purposes unrelated to data protection
Authors: Verena Grentzenberg and Katja-Maria Harsdorf On 20 April 2023, the Advocate General (“AG”), Nicholas Emiliou, published his Opinion in the case of FT v DW, (C-307/22). In... more
2 years ago
UK & US list Iranian security officials for human rights abuses
The UK and US today took coordinated action to designate members of the Iranian security forces said to be responsible for the violent suppression of protests in Iran.... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
65/2023 : 21 April 2023 - Order of the Court of Justice in Case C-204/21
Commission v Poland () and vie privée des juges) Principles of Community law Rule of law: the amount of the daily penalty payment which Poland is required to... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
EU adds to Iran, Syria & counter terrorism sanctions lists
The EU today made additions to its Iran, Syria & counter terrorism sanctions lists. Iran Pursuant to its Iran sanctions regime, the EU has designated 8 people and... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
New Blog Series: Sanctions Enforcement Around the World
Over the past eight weeks, following the announcement of the G7’s Sanctions Enforcement Coordination Mechanism, we have journeyed to our offices in each of the G7 members to... more
2 years ago
Iran-related Designations; North Korea Designations; Non-Proliferation Designation
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Guidance: Accounting Officer templates
Templates for Accounting Officers and list of Accounting Officers appointed by HM Treasury.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
New York Court Rules State Police Can’t Keep Hiding Its Misconduct Records From The Public
Two decades of misconduct records will be now trickling out of the NYSP’s hands. One assumes it will be a very slow drip, one perhaps interrupted by last-minute... more
2 years ago
x.techdirt
Guidance: Whole of Government Accounts 2021 to 2022: guidance for preparers
Guidance for central government and local government preparers for Whole of Government Accounts.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: UK Trade Tariff: duty suspensions and autonomous tariff quotas
Temporary duty suspensions and autonomous tariff quotas for importing goods into the UK.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Canada temporarily suspends operations in Sudan
After consulting with Canada’s Ambassador to Sudan, the decision has been made to temporarily suspend our operations in Sudan. Canadian diplomats will temporarily work from a safe location... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
ECJ dismisses appeal against the annulment of Aisha El-Qaddafi’s Libya listing
The EU Court of Justice has dismissed an appeal brought by the European Council challenging the General Court’s decision to annul the 2017 and 2020 acts (implementing UN... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
EU Parliament calls for sanctions on those responsible for arbitrary detention in Russia
The European Parliament on Thursday passed a resolution on the cases of Vladimir Kara-Murza and Aleksei Navalny in Russia. Press Release. It called for the EU to designate:... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Japan: Sanctions enforcement around the G7, the Japanese perspective
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled Sanctions Enforcement Around the G7, The Japanese Perspective on 20 April 2023. Read the article via the link here. Please also... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
United States: OFAC amends and reissues the Belarus Sanctions Regulations
Baker McKenzie's Sanctions Blog published the alert titled OFAC Amends and Reissues the Belarus Sanctions Regulations on 19 April 2023. Read the article via the link here. Please... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Statement by Minister Joly and Minister Anand on the situation in Sudan
We are actively monitoring the situation in Sudan and working with neighbouring countries, as well as with like-minded governments and the international community to coordinate the response to... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
US Supreme Court – Halkbank does not have statutory immunity from prosecution for sanctions violations
The US Supreme Court in an opinion this week has held that the District Court has jurisdiction over the prosecution of state-owned Turkish bank Halkbank, regarding allegations by... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
UK extends Russia trade sanctions
The UK Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment) Regulations 2023 were laid before Parliament yesterday, introducing further trade sanctions on Russia. Explanatory Memorandum, Notice & previous post. These include... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
UK lists 5 linked to mistreatment of Vladimir Kara-Murza
The UK today designated 5 people alleged to be connected to the poisoning and arrest of Russian opposition politician and journalist, and British national, Vladimir Kara-Murza. On Monday,... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
65/2023 : 21 April 2023 - Order of the Court of Justice in Case C-204/21
Commission v Poland () and vie privée des juges) Principles of Community law État de droit : le montant de l’astreinte journalière imposée à la Pologne est réduit d’un... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
US lists international network behind Nazem Ahmad & makes terrorism de-listing
On Tuesday (18 April 2023), OFAC designated 20 people and 32 entities who are said to be part of an international money laundering and sanctions evasion network which... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Guidance: Financial sanctions, Global Human Rights
The Global Human Rights regime operates under the UK’s Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018. This page contains the current list of designated targets.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Financial sanctions, Global Human Rights
The Global Human Rights regime operates under the UK’s Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018. This page contains the current list of designated targets.... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Press release: UK sanctions FSB agents and Russian investigators behind arrest of British-Russian national Vladimir Kara-Murza
Foreign Secretary James Cleverly has sanctioned five individuals connected to the poisoning and arrest of politician and journalist Vladimir Kara-Murza... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Minister Ng meets with Suzanne Clark, President and CEO of U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Minister Ng and Ms. Clark discussed areas of mutual interest such as cooperative efforts to advance cross-border trade by small and medium-sized enterprises. Minister Ng noted that U.S.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
UK Parliament debates sanctions in relation to the sentencing of Vladimir Kara-Murza & Myanmar human rights
Debates were held in UK Parliament this week concerning possible sanctions in response to the sentencing of Vladimir Kara-Murza, a Russian opposition politician, journalist, activist and British national,... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
FOI release: Complaint Fairer Finance Report 2017
Fairer Finance Report 2017 – specific details on how this was assessed, reviewed and investigated by the FCA, with oversight by HM Treasury. In addition to potential breach... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Blog Series: Sanctions Enforcement Around the G7, the Japanese Perspective
The G7 announced the creation of a new Enforcement Coordination Mechanism “to bolster compliance and enforcement of our measures and deny Russia the benefit of G7 economies” on... more
2 years ago
HHS Issues NPRM to Strengthen Protections under HIPAA for Reproductive Privacy
On April 12, 2023, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to modify protections under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
64/2023 : 20 April 2023 - Information
The final of the "European Law Moot Court" competition will take place tomorrow, April 21, at the Court of Justice of the European Union in Luxembourg... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
Minister Joly meets with Japan’s Foreign Affairs Minister
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with her Japanese counterpart, Foreign Affairs Minister HAYASHI Yoshimasa, on April 18 on the margins of the G7 Foreign... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
UK SRA questionnaire to assess how firms are complying with financial sanctions
The UK Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has said that it requires certain SRA-regulated firms to complete an assessment outlining how they are making sure they comply with the... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
DOJ secures settlement with General Motors over discrimination claims in connection with export compliance assessments
The US Justice Department (DOJ) yesterday announced that it has reached a settlement agreement with General Motors (GM) to resolve the DOJ’s conclusion that GM discriminated against non-US... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Guidance: Contingent liability approval framework
Guidance on the process for the scrutiny and approval of contingent liabilities.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
63/2023 : 20 April 2023 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-621/21
Intervyuirasht organ na DAB pri MS (Femmes victimes de violences domestiques) Area of Freedom, Security and Justice Honour crime, forced marriage and domestic violence: Advocate General Richard de... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
62/2023 : 20 April 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Joined Cases C-775/21, C-826/21
Blue Air Aviation Freedom of establishment The broadcasting of a musical work as background music in a means of passenger transport constitutes a communication to the public within... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
61/2023 : 20 April 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-348/22
Autorità Garante della Concorrenza e del Mercato (Commune de Ginosa) Freedom of establishment Concessions authorising the exploitation of Italian beaches may not be renewed automatically but must be... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
Policy paper: India-UK 2nd Financial Markets Dialogue: Joint Statement
India and the UK held the second meeting of the India-UK Financial Markets Dialogue on 19 April 2023, to deepen bilateral ties in the financial sector.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Iran-related Designations and Designation Update; Non-Proliferation Designations and Designation Update; Nicaragua-related Designations; Issuance of Venezuela-related General License and related Amended Frequently Asked Question
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Venezuela-related General License 5k, "Authorizing Certain Transactions Related to the Petroleos de Venezuela, S.A. 2020... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
OFAC Amends and Reissues the Belarus Sanctions Regulations
On March 24, 2023, the US Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) issued a final rule amending and reissuing the Belarus Sanctions Regulations, 31 CFR part... more
2 years ago
Minister Joly names Canada’s Special Envoy for the Indo-Pacific
The partnership between Canada and the Indo-Pacific is deeply rooted in the vibrant and dynamic ties between our peoples, as well as long-standing trade and diplomatic relations. Canada... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Iran sanctions: US high court rejects Turkish bank's immunity claim
The US Supreme Court rejected Wednesday the claim of sovereign immunity by a Turkish bank accused of violating Iran sanctions, in a case that has added tensions to... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
Official Statistics: Forecasts for the UK economy: April 2023
A comparison of independent forecasts for the UK economy in April 2023.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Canada supports sustainable global fishing with contribution to WTO Fisheries Subsidies Trust Fund
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, announced that Canada has contributed $1.4 million to the WTO Fisheries Subsidies Trust... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Indiana Likely to Become Seventh State to Enact a Comprehensive State Privacy Law
On April 13, 2023, the Indiana Senate concurred to the Indiana House’s amendments of Senate Bill 5 a day after the House returned the bill to the Senate... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Counter Terrorism Designations and Designation Removal
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Policy paper: G7 Japan 2023: foreign ministers’ communiqué
The foreign ministers from the G7 countries released a joint communiqué following their April 2023 meeting in Japan.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
U.S. spied on UN Secretary General
The U.S. allegedly eavesdropped on private conversations between United Nations Secretary General António Guterres and other U.N. officials, according to documents obtained by the Washington Post. The classified... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
Transparency data: Economic Advisory Council – Log of substantive contact – April 2023
The log of substantive contact of the Economic Advisory Council (EAC). The Council meets with the Chancellor to provide independent, expert advice on economic policy to help grow... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Statutory guidance: Reference Documents for The Customs Tariff (Suspension of Import Duty Rates) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020
Find out about the tariff suspensions that apply from the end of the transition period.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Statutory guidance: Reference Document for The Customs (Origin of Chargeable Goods) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020
Find out about the product-specific rules, to determine the origin of imports outside of a preferential agreement.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Statutory guidance: Reference Document for The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020
Find the UK’s most favoured nation tariff rates as referenced in The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
UK Government publishes High Value Dealer Guidance
The UK Government has today published High Value Dealer Guidance providing guidance on financial sanctions implementation for high value dealers, luxury goods markets and art market participants. The... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Minister Ng meets with Netherlands’ Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, yesterday met with Liesje Schreinemacher, the Netherlands’ Minister for Foreign Trade and Development... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint Statement from the International Coordination and Response Group for the victims of Flight PS752 on the criminal trials in Iran
On January 8, 2020, the Islamic Republic of Iran callously shot down Flight PS752 over Tehran. This week, Iran announced the verdicts in the criminal trials against the... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Policy paper: Economic Advisory Council – Terms of Reference – April 2023
An update to the Terms of Reference of the Economic Advisory Committee (EAC). The Chancellor’s EAC is a committee of respected and leading experts, and provides independent, expert... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
News story: Chancellor announces three new Economic Advisory Council members
The Council provides independent, expert advice on economic policy to help grow the economy.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Press release: Suspected Hizballah financier sanctioned under counter-terrorism regulations
All assets and economic resources belonging to Nazem Ahmad in the UK have been frozen... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Suspected Hizballah financier sanctioned under counter-terrorism regulations
All assets and economic resources belonging to Nazem Ahmad in the UK have been frozen... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Financial sanctions, Counter-terrorism
This page contains a list of persons and entities to whom financial sanctions have been applied due to their assessed involvement in terrorist activity. This sanctions regime aims... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Guidance: Financial sanctions, Counter-terrorism
This page contains a list of persons and entities to whom financial sanctions have been applied due to their assessed involvement in terrorist activity. This sanctions regime aims... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions
OFAC alert on evasion of the Russian oil price cap
OFAC has published an alert to warn U.S. persons about possible evasion of the price cap on crude oil of Russian Federation origin, particularly involving oil exported through... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
60/2023 : 18 April 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-1/23 PPU
Afrin Area of Freedom, Security and Justice Family reunification: European Union law precludes national legislation which requires, without exception, that an application for family reunification be submitted in... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
59/2023 : 18 April 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-699/21
E. D. L. (Motif de refus fondé sur la maladie) Area of Freedom, Security and Justice European arrest warrant: a manifest risk that the health of the requested... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
As Democratic People’s Republic of Korea Increases Missile Launches, Inaction Has Left Pyongyang Unconstrained, Senior Official Tells Security Council
While a senior United Nations official today outlined the dangers posed by the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea’s latest missile launch, Security Council members disagreed on the path... more
2 years ago
UN Press - Welcome to the United Nations
Canada deplores guilty verdict for Vladimir Kara-Murza
Canada deplores the guilty verdict handed down to Russian political activist Vladimir Kara-Murza, who has been sentenced to 25 years’ imprisonment in Russia for making legitimate political comments.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Washington State’s New Shield Law, Part of Washington’s ‘Choice-Defending Agenda,’ Modifies Obligations Related to Other States’ Criminal and Civil Process
Entities that receive criminal process (such as subpoenas or search warrants) in Washington state should review Washington’s new Shield Law, which the legislature just passed as part of... more
2 years ago
Canada's government funded public broadcaster CBC quits Twitter over 'government-funded' label
Canada's public broadcaster CBC and its French-language version Radio-Canada said Monday they were effectively quitting Twitter over a new "government-funded" label it says questions its editorial independence. The... more
2 years ago
x.JT
G7 concern about Swiss Russia sanctions loopholes
G7 ambassadors in Bern sent a letter to the Swiss Federal Council last week expressing their concern that Swiss privacy laws and other “loopholes” were being exploited by... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Sunak investigated in UK over possible undeclared interest
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is under investigation over allegations he failed to disclose shares his wife owns in a child care business that stands to benefit from... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Publication of Alert on Possible Evasion of the Russian Oil Price Cap
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has published an alert, "Possible Evasion of the Russian Oil Price Cap," to warn U.S. persons about... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Speech: Economic Secretary to the Treasury speech
Delivered at the Innovate Finance Global Summit.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Sanctions on China: where are we heading? Webinar – 1pm, 2 May 2023
Please join us for a discussion of present and potential future sanctions on China, with David A. Wolber of Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher (formerly HSBC) in Hong Kong,... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
News story: UK condemns sentencing of British-Russian Opposition Leader Vladimir Kara-Murza
The UK has summoned the Russian Ambassador after the politically-motivated conviction and sentencing of British dual-national Vladimir Kara-Murza in a Moscow court today.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Press release: UK condemns sentencing of British-Russian Opposition Leader Vladimir Kara-Murza
The UK has summoned the Russian Ambassador after the politically-motivated conviction and sentencing of British dual-national Vladimir Kara-Murza in a Moscow court today.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Policy paper: Recommendations for the next phase of open banking in the UK
The Joint Regulatory Oversight Committee (JROC) has published its recommendations for the next phase of open banking in the UK.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Minister Joly strengthens security cooperation with the Republic of Korea
Canada and the Republic of Korea (Korea), in this year of the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations, reaffirm their strong and historic relations and steadfast friendship. The two... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder: General Security of Information Agreement 
Canada and the Republic of Korea (Korea), in this year of the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations, reaffirm their strong and historic relations and steadfast friendship. The two... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
UK updates guidance on co-mingling in respect of the ban on Russian oil & oil products
The Department for Business and Trade has updated its guidance on the UK’s ban on the import, acquisition, supply and delivery of Russian oil and oil products into... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Minister Ng concludes successful Canada Trade Mission to Chile
Canada and Chile have enjoyed strong diplomatic relations for more than 80 years, bolstered by equally strong commercial and investment relations. Both countries share deep commitments to inclusive... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement on North Korea’s continued missile launches
Canada strongly condemns North Korea’s launch yesterday of an intercontinental ballistic missile. These continued advancements in their missile program and reckless provocations violate United Nations Security Council resolutions,... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
National Guardsman Arrested For Leaking Top Secret Ukraine War Documents On Discord
So, we’re just handing out top secret security clearance to everyone, I guess. It was clear from the documents posted to Discord (before spreading everywhere), the person behind... more
2 years ago
x.techdirt
Guidance: OFSI General Licence INT/2023/2883496
Details of OFSI General Licence - Lithuanian Railways... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Counter Narcotics Designations; Russia-related Designations Updates
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
China to impose export restrictions on rare earth metals technology & OECD publishes policy paper on raw materials
China is reported to be preparing a ban on the export of technology needed to process and magnetise rare earth metals. Rare earths metals have uses in advanced... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Canada adds to Russia & Belarus sanctions lists & Russia imposes reciprocal sanctions
Canada has added 14 people and 34 entities, including senior management figures at Russian companies that provide military services to Russia, military technology and logistics companies and those with... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Policy paper: Spring Finance Bill 2023: Committee of the Whole House
Explanatory Notes for government amendments in Committee of the Whole House of Spring Finance Bill 2023.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: UK ban on Russian oil and oil products
This guidance sets out the implementation of the Russian oil import ban and how businesses should navigate the prohibitions and requirements introduced in the UK’s sanctions legislation.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Guidance: Film & TV Production Restart Scheme
The scheme rules and explanatory notes for the Film & TV Production Restart Scheme.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Arkansas Enacts Legislation Restricting Social Media Accounts for Minors
On April 12, 2023, Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders signed into law S.B. 396 creating the state’s Social Media Safety Act. Continue Reading... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Parliamentary Secretary Sidhu to travel to Detroit
During his visit, Parliamentary Secretary Sidhu will meet with partners and focus on cross-border cooperation. He will also engage in important discussions on issues such as the flow... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Sajjan highlights budget investments to strengthen public health care
Today the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, met with stakeholders in Calgary to highlight... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
UK: Information Commissioner publishes response to new AI White Paper
Authors: Coran Darling and Rachel De Souza On 29 March 2023, the UK Government (“Government”) published its long-awaited white paper (“Paper”), setting out the Government’s proposals to govern... more
2 years ago
Moldova travel advice
Latest FCDO travel advice for Moldova including on entry requirements, safety and security and local laws and customs.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Minister Joly to travel to Republic of Korea for bilateral visit and Japan for G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will visit the Republic of Korea (Korea) from April 13 to 15, 2023, to strengthen bilateral... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Abusive Governments (And The Criminals They Employ) Are Going To LOVE The UN’s Cybercrime Treaty
Various treaties and multi-national proposals to combat cybercrime have been around for years. I’m not exaggerating. These have been floating around for more than a decade. (Do you... more
2 years ago
x.techdirt
Canada Imposes Additional Sanctions on Belarusian Regime: 9 Entities Targeted
On April 11, 2023, Canada announced further amendments to the Special Economic Measures (Belarus) Regulations (the “Regulations”) in response to the Belarusian regime’s role in “enabling Russia’s illegal... more
2 years ago
Canada Imposes Additional Sanctions Against Russia: 14 Individuals and 34 Entities Targeted
On April 11, 2023, Canada announced additional amendments to the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations (the “Regulations”) in response to individuals and entities “complicit in Russia’s ongoing war... more
2 years ago
News story: Economic Secretary announces new Financial Conduct Authority Board appointment
HM Treasury has today (13 April) announced the appointment of Sophie Hutcherson to the Board of the Financial Conduct Authority alongside the reappointment of Bernadette Conroy for a... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Apply for a visa under the Ukraine Sponsorship Scheme (Homes for Ukraine)
Guidance for Ukrainian nationals and their family members to come to the UK under the Ukraine Sponsorship Scheme.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Operating within counter-terrorism legislation
Information for any organisation or individual working in a region where terrorist organisations operate.... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Guidance: Operating within counter-terrorism legislation
Information for any organisation or individual working in a region where terrorist organisations operate.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions
Speech: Economic Secretary speech to the Lord Mayor’s Financial Literacy and Inclusion Summit
The Economic Secretary made a speech at Mansion House on the topic of financial literacy and inclusion.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
News story: Martin Egan appointed as Non-Executive Director of the Debt Management Office Advisory Board
The Economic Secretary to the Treasury, Andrew Griffith MP, has appointed Martin Egan as a Non-Executive Director of the Debt Management Office (DMO) Advisory Board.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
News story: UK bolsters support for Ukraine and low-income countries
Chancellor confirms UK stands ready to provide additional $500 million in UK guaranteed loans for Ukraine, plus $670 million in new loan funding for developing nations.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Canada: Sanctions enforcement around the G7, the Canadian perspective
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled Sanctions Enforcement Around the G7, The Canadian Perspective on 10 April 2023. Read the article via the link here. Please also... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Canada faces questions over alleged Chinese interference
When Member of Parliament Kenny Chiu was contacted by the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) ahead of Canada’s federal election in 2021, he was puzzled. He had never expected... more
2 years ago
Minister Sajjan to highlight federal budget investments that will increase affordability for Canadians
Minister Sajjan will host an event at a local business to highlight federal budget investments in a Strong Middle Class, an Affordable Economy, and a Healthy Future.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
French Court Smacks Remote Learning Software Company For Pervasive Surveillance Of Students In Their Own Homes
In a preliminary victory in the continuing fight against privacy-invasive software that “watches” students taking tests remotely, a French administrative court outside Paris suspended a university’s use of the e-proctoring... more
2 years ago
x.techdirt
Minister Ng meets with Chile’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Undersecretary of International Economic Relations 
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, met with Alberto van Klaveren, Chile’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Claudia... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Russia-related Designations; Issuance of Russia-related General Licenses and Frequently Asked Question; Revocation of Russia-related General License
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Russia-related General License 62, "Authorizing the Wind Down of Transactions Involving Holdingovaya Kompaniya Metalloinvest AO,... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Press release: New NS&I Chief Executive appointed
Dax Harkins has been appointed as the new Chief Executive of NS&I.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Media Freedom Coalition Executive Group Statement: Detention of Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich 
The Executive Group of the Media Freedom Coalition strongly condemns the Russian Federation's detention of Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich. The detention of journalists under the guise... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
UK lists 10 people & 4 entities said to assist “oligarchs” to evade sanctions
The UK today added 10 people and 4 entities to its Russia sanctions list and amended the entry for Nikolay Ivanovich Bortsov. Those listed are said to be... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
International: Trade Finance Insight | Issue 7 | April 2023
Welcome to this edition of the Trade Finance Insight. In this edition, we lead with an in-depth interview with Dr George Elombi, Executive Vice President and Member of... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
International: TMT Talk Podcast Series – Episode 73 – The Impact on the TMT Sector of Trade Sanctions as a Geopolitical Tool
Heightened sanctions and export controls targeting key technologies and the TMT sector are an important trend of recent years and reflect the current geopolitical climate. In this episode... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Press release: UK sanctions Abramovich and Usmanov's financial fixers in crackdown on oligarch enablers
New sanctions announced target those who have knowingly assisted sanctioned Russia oligarchs to hide their assets in complex financial networks.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
OFSI updates guidance on Russian oil maritime services ban & price cap
OFSI last week updated its guidance on the UK’s Russian oil maritime services ban and oil price cap to: note that the oil price cap will be kept... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Transparency data: Private Finance Initiative and Private Finance 2 projects: 2019-21 summary data
PFI and PF2 data for current projects as at 31 March 2019 and 31 March 2021 along with combined summary data document... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
The Potential Risks of ChatGPT and Other Generative AI
“Shall we play a game?” Those innocuous words “spoken” by Matthew Broderick’s computer in John Badham’s sci-fi techno-thriller War Games stunned audiences at the time. A computer that could “talk”... more
2 years ago
Impact assessment: Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill 2022: impact assessments
Impact assessments relating to the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Microsoft fined $3.3 million by OFAC & BIS
OFAC and BIS have imposed $3.3 million in civil penalties against Microsoft Corporation for alleged and apparent violations of US export controls and sanctions. Press Release, OFAC Enforcement... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Policy paper: Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill 2022: Factsheets
Factsheets giving details of the different measures contained in the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Counter Terrorism Designation and Designations Updates
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
News story: Chancellor appoints Megan Greene to the Monetary Policy Committee of the Bank of England
The Chancellor has today (11 April) announced that he has appointed Megan Greene as an external member of the MPC of the Bank of England.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Healthy skepticism: Could the Pentagon leaks be deliberate?
Western media seems to be actively trying to create an “information tsunami” about the topic, according to Pushilin, who suggested it could mean the leaks may have been... more
2 years ago
Cal-Maine 718% profit from largest US egg producer sparks calls to BREAK UP Big Ag
Calls to break up Big Ag have resurfaced after a large egg producer in the U.S. announced windfall profits. A March 28 press release by Cal-Maine Foods said the... more
2 years ago
Minister Joly to welcome Croatia’s Minister of Foreign and European Affairs to Canada
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will welcome Gordan Grlić Radman, Croatia’s Minister of Foreign and European Affairs, to Canada from April... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
US DOJ opens Pentagon leaks investigation
The Department of Defense has sent over a criminal referral to the DOJ to trigger the probe, according to Pentagon press secretary Sabrina Singh. Meanwhile, an internal investigation... more
2 years ago
German media and think tanks "alarmed" over RT’s influence
Germans appear to be particularly susceptible to what Bild described as Moscow’s “propaganda,” the newspaper said, adding that experts in the West are “alarmed” over this development. The... more
2 years ago
Sanctions Enforcement Around the G7, The Canadian Perspective
The G7 announced the creation of a new Enforcement Coordination Mechanism “to bolster compliance and enforcement of our measures and deny Russia the benefit of G7 economies” on... more
2 years ago
French President Macron rejects 'American rhythm' on Taiwan, nods to China's 'unity'
President Emmanuel Macron, following a trip to Beijing in which he met with Chinese President Xi Jinping, said in a new interview Sunday he does not believe Europe... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
Abortion pill order latest ruling by Texas judge
WASHINGTON (AP) — A Texas judge who sparked a legal firestorm with an unprecedented ruling halting approval of the nation’s most common method of abortion is a former... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
US deploys guided-missile submarine amid tensions with Iran
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The U.S. Navy has deployed a guided-missile submarine capable of carrying up to 154 Tomahawk missiles to the Middle East, a spokesman... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
Canada repatriates 14 citizens from ISIL camps in Syria
Four women and 10 children have been repatriated by Canada from detention camps for foreign fighters and their families in northeastern Syria. It was the fourth repatriation operation conducted... more
2 years ago
EU justice chief seeks G7 unity on tribunal for Russia over Ukraine war
The European Union’s top justice official said he hopes to discuss with Group of Seven partners plans to set up a special tribunal to prosecute Russia over the... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Tesla employees shared sensitive images recorded by cars – Reuters
According to nine former workers who talked to the agency, groups of employees shared private footage of customers in Tesla’s internal one-on-one chats between 2019 and 2022. One... more
2 years ago
What About the Robots That Are Already Here? New York City to Begin Enforcement of Artificial Intelligence Applications Related to Applicants and Employees Through the NYC Automated Employment Decision Tools Law on July 5, 2023
On January 1, 2023, New York City became the first jurisdiction in the United States to regulate employers’ use of automated employment decision tools (AEDTs) in the hiring... more
2 years ago
US investigating whether Ukraine war documents were leaked
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Justice Department has launched an investigation into the possible release of Pentagon documents that were posted on several social media sites and appear to... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
US files forfeiture action against weapons seized en route from Iran to Yemen
The DOJ last week announced the filing of a forfeiture complaint against a weapons shipment that the US Navy seized in transit from the IRGC, a US-designated foreign... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
BIS renews orders denying export privileges to Azur Air, UTair & Aeroflot
On 29 March 2023, BIS renewed the orders temporarily denying export privileges to Russian airlines Azur Air, UTair and Aeroflot. The TDOs were originally issued on 7 April... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
France hit by gasoline shortages – Le Figaro
In recent days, industrial action by refinery workers has intensified, leading to supply disruptions as members of French unions stopped refineries and depots from delivering fuel, the outlet... more
2 years ago
Japan to Strengthen its Export Control Regulations to Control Various Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment
On March 31, 2023, the Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (“METI”) initiated a public comment procedure for the Draft Amendment to Ministerial Ordinance and the Draft... more
2 years ago
Settlement Agreement between the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control and Microsoft Corporation
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control ("OFAC") today announced a settlement with Microsoft Corporation ("Microsoft"), a multinational technology company headquartered in Redmond, Washington.... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Minister Ng speaks with African Union Commissioner for Economic Development, Tourism, Trade, Industry and Mining
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, today spoke with Albert M. Muchanga, African Union Commissioner for Economic Development, Tourism,... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
US orders forfeiture of $826K in connection with scheme to export dual-use jig grinder to Russia
US District Judge Victor A. Bolden has ordered the forfeiture of approximately $826,000 in connection with an investigation into a scheme to smuggle a Connecticut-manufactured, dual-use high precision... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Government of Canada repatriates Canadians from northeastern Syria
Around the world, like-minded countries are taking steps to repatriate their respective citizens from northeastern Syria.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng leads Canada Clean Tech Trade Mission to Chile
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, will lead a Canada Trade Mission to Chile from April 10-12, 2023, to... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
EU Commission updates export-related Russia sanctions FAQs
The European Commission has amended its Russia sanctions FAQs on export-related restrictions for dual-use goods and advanced technologies to: clarify that Article 2 of Council Regulation (EU) No... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Italy: Sanctions enforcements around the G7 – the Italian perspective
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled Blog Series:  Sanctions Enforcement Around the G7, the Italian Perspective on 4 April 2023. Read the article via the link... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
G7 trade ministers to continue cooperating on export controls & Japan restricts export of semiconductor manufacturing equipment
In a Joint Statement released after their first meeting of 2023, the G7 trade ministers have said that they will continue to cooperate on the enforcement of export... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
EU Commission monitoring activity involving seaborne Russian oil near Ceuta
The European Commission has responded to 2 questions (Question and Question) in the European Parliament concerning the price cap on Russian seaborne oil. The Commission states that it... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
US Government Announces Human Rights and Export Control Measures
On March 30, 2023, the White House and US Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (“BIS”) announced human rights and export control measures that underscore the... more
2 years ago
Ukraine introduces a new sanctions package against Russia
Effective as of 04 April 2023, Ukraine introduced two new sets of personal sanctions against 273 individuals and 380 legal entities, mainly targeting Russian public officials and the... more
2 years ago
Cyber-related Designation; Global Magnitsky Designation
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
RT Arabic & Sputnik Arabic subject to EU sanctions as of 10 April
As of 10 April 2023, Russian media outlets RT Arabic and Sputnik Arabic will be subject to EU sanctions pursuant to Article 4g of Council Decision 2014/512/CFSP and... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
US publishes Export Controls and Human Rights Initiative Code of Conduct & adds 11 to the Entity List
As part of the Export Controls and Human Rights Initiative, which was launched at the December 2021 Summit for Democracy, the US and its partner countries have published... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
EU Commission opens consultation on draft cyber-surveillance export guidelines
The European Commission has opened a consultation on draft guidelines in relation to Article 5 of EU Dual Use Regulation (EU) 2021/821, which imposes controls on non-listed cyber-surveillance... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Research: UK official holdings of international reserves: March 2023
This release details movements in the international reserves of gold and assets held by the UK Government.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Kazakhstan: Changes regarding monitoring of goods re-exported to Russia
1. Overview Following several announcements in public media,[1] it has been reported that Kazakhstan will monitor goods that are imported into the country for re-export tracking them until... more
2 years ago
Brick Court Chambers Sanctions Soirée – Thursday 11 May 2023
Brick Court Chambers will be hosting a sanctions evening on Thursday 11 May 2023 at 6pm (please arrive at 5.45pm) at the Royal Society of Arts, London. Members... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Blog Series: Sanctions Enforcement Around the G7, the Italian Perspective
Having focused on the enforcement of sanctions by the United States, United Kingdom, the European Union, Germany, and France in the past weeks, we continue our overview with... more
2 years ago
The UK Data Protection Regulator Fines TikTok £12.7 Million
On April 4, 2023, the data protection regulator of the UK, the Information Commissioner’s Office, issued a fine of a £12.7 million to TikTok Information Technologies UK Limited... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Lebanon Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Guidance: Preston guidance: February 2023
Preston factors (earnings and interest factors) are provided for employers.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Preston guidance: March 2023
Preston factors (earnings and interest factors) are provided for employers.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
EU implements UN sanctions humanitarian exemption for 8 sanctions regimes
The EU has implemented the humanitarian exemption to UN sanctions set out by UNSC Resolution 2664 (2022) in respect of its Iran, DRC, Sudan, South Sudan, Libya, North... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Canada prescribes Russia and Belarus as non-market economies
On February 15, 2023, section 17.1 of the Special Import Measures Regulations (the “SIMR”) was amended to add Russia and Belarus to the list of countries determined to... more
2 years ago
Press release: Foreign Secretary welcomes Finland to NATO
The Foreign Secretary is in Brussels today for a two-day meeting of NATO Foreign Ministers coinciding with Finland's historic accession to the Alliance.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
OFAC settlement with Uphold HQ Inc.
OFAC has announced that Uphold HQ Inc., a California-based digital trading platform, has agreed to pay $72,230.32 to settle its potential civil liability for apparent violations of US... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Sanctions in UK’s 2nd Economic Crime Plan
The UK government last week published its Economic Crime Plan for 2023-2026. Notice & Press Release. As part of the Plan, the government has committed to combatting kleptocracy... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Minister Joly to attend NATO foreign ministers’ meeting in Brussels
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will visit Brussels, Belgium, from April 4 to 5, 2023, to attend the NATO Foreign Ministers’... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Guidance: Regularising a child’s immigration status if they are born in the UK: Homes for Ukraine - guidance for councils
This page outlines the process to regularise a child from Ukraine’s immigration status in the UK through the Ukraine Extension Scheme.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Guidance: Regularising a child’s immigration status if they are born in the UK: Homes for Ukraine
This page outlines how guests can regularise their child’s immigration status in the UK through the Ukraine Extension Scheme.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Guidance: Handling suspected fraud: Homes for Ukraine
This page outlines how councils should handle suspected fraud cases.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Guidance: Find a job: Homes for Ukraine
Where to find work, who can help you and how to access skills based training for employment.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
News story: NatWest on track to return to private ownership as successful trading plan extended
Government extends successful NatWest Group trading plan for a further two years to support the intention to exit its shareholding by 2025-26.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
National Statistics: GDP deflators at market prices, and money GDP March 2023 (Quarterly National Accounts)
This document contains the latest gross domestic product (GDP) deflators. The GDP deflator can be viewed as a measure of general inflation in the domestic economy.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Zurich court says bankers failed to perform due diligence for Sergei Roldugin accounts
The Zurich District Court is reported to have found 4 former executives at Gazprombank’s Zurich branch guilty of lacking due diligence in connection with the opening and maintenance... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Death toll rises following Tornado in Tennessee, 8 US States
An estimated 60 tornadoes wreaked havoc across at least eight US states on Friday and over the weekend, destroying houses, felling trees, and flipping cars. Tennessee appeared to... more
2 years ago
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov
The below is attributable to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. Secretary Blinken conveyed the... more
2 years ago
State.gov Human Rights and Labor
UK to stop licensing use of frozen funds for legal fees in defamation cases
On Thursday (30 March 2023), Baroness Penn, the UK Treasury Lords Minister, made a Written Ministerial Statement on HM Treasury’s internal review of applications for legal fees licences... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
France: Sanctions enforcement around the G7 – the French perspective
Baker McKenzie's Sanctions Blog published the alert titled Blog Series: Sanctions Enforcement Around the G7 - the French Perspective on 28 March 2023.  Read the article via the... more
2 years ago
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News story: £27 billion business tax cut takes effect as tax year begins
Businesses across the UK can take advantage of the Chancellor’s capital allowances package from today as the new business tax year begins.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Settlement Agreement between the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control and Uphold HQ Inc.
The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) today announced a settlement with Uphold HQ Inc. (“Uphold”). Uphold agreed to remit $72,230.32 to settle... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Iowa Becomes the Sixth U.S. State to Pass a Comprehensive Consumer Privacy Law
On March 29, 2023, Iowa became the sixth U.S. state to pass comprehensive consumer privacy legislation. The new law will go into effect on January 1, 2025. Iowa’s... more
2 years ago
Germany: ECJ ruling on employee data protection
Authors: Eleni Alexiou, Katharina Pauls Although key German provisions are in breach of EU law, there will only be little changes in practice – What still needs to... more
2 years ago
Wells Fargo to pay $97.8 million over European bank’s use of software to violate sanctions
The US Federal Reserve Board yesterday announced that it had fined Wells Fargo & Co. $67.8 million for the firm’s unsafe or unsound practices relating to historical inadequate... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Global Magnitsky Designation; Issuance of Global Magnitsky General License and Frequently Asked Question
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Global Magnitsky General License 7, "Authorizing Certain Transactions Involving Tabacalera del Este S.A. or Tabacos... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Corporate report: Financial Reporting Advisory Board minutes and associated papers: 30 March 2023
Minutes taken from the Financial Reporting Advisory Board (FRAB) meetings.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
JUSTICE event on sanctions and access to justice – 2 May 2023
At 6pm on 2 May 2023, Michael O’Kane (Peters & Peters Solicitors LLP) and Maya Lester KC (Brick Court Chambers) will discuss sanctions and their ramifications for rights... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Guidance: Basis for setting the discount rates for calculating cash equivalent transfer values payable by public service pension schemes
Technical note on the discount rates to be used by the scheme managers of public service pension schemes in calculating transfers payable from the schemes.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
A Pro-Innovation Approach: UK Government publishes white paper on the future of governance and regulation of artificial intelligence
Authors: James Clark, Coran Darling, Andrew Dyson, Gareth Stokes, Imran Syed & Rachel de Souza In November 2021, the UK Government (“Government”) issued the National Artificial Intelligence (AI)... more
2 years ago
EU Commission President wants more China export controls
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen yesterday gave a speech on EU-China relations saying the EU should make more use of its existing toolbox of trade instruments,... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Statutory guidance: Reference documents for The Customs (Reliefs from a Liability to Import Duty and Miscellaneous Amendments) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020
Find the documents for details of the conditions in which a 'good' may be eligible for a relief from the standard tariff rate.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Statutory guidance: Reference Documents for The Customs (Tariff Quotas) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020
Check the documents that detail product specific tariff-rate quotas, including the individual product volumes and rates, and also list of eligible goods and their authorised uses.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Statutory guidance: Notices made under s32A of the Taxation (Cross-border Trade) Act 2018
Notices made which have the force of law under s32A of the Taxation (Cross-border Trade) Act 2018.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Statutory guidance: Reference document for authorised use: eligible goods and authorised uses
List of eligible goods and their authorised uses.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Consultation outcome: Update to Green Finance Strategy: call for evidence
Call for evidence to support the development of an update to the UK’s Green Finance Strategy.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Guidance for the Management of Foreign Exchange Exposure
Guidance on the process for the review, development, and approval of FX strategy.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
58/2023 : 31 March 2023 - Information
Significant amendments to the Rules of Procedure of the General Court of the European Union will come into force on 1 April... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
Finland Clears Last Obstacle to NATO Entry
Turkish parliament on Thursday voted unanimously to ratify Finland’s entry into the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, paving the way for Russia’s Nordic neighbor to become the alliance’s 31st... more
2 years ago
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Minister Ng welcomes the United Kingdom to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership 
I would like to welcome the conclusion of negotiations on the United Kingdom joining the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP).... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada condemns dissolution of political parties by Myanmar regime
Canada condemns the Myanmar regime’s dissolution of 40 political parties, including the National League for Democracy and Shan Nationalities League for Democracy. These clear attempts to undermine Myanmar’s... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
California’s OAL Approves Final CPRA Regulations
On March 30, 2023, the California Privacy Protection Agency announced that California’s Office of Administrative Law approved the CPPA’s first substantive rulemaking package to implement the California Consumer... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
US urges Americans to leave Russia ‘immediately’
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Washington was “deeply concerned” about the development, adding that “in the strongest possible terms, we condemn the Kremlin’s continued attempts to... more
2 years ago
Settlement Agreement between the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. ("Wells Fargo"); Issuance of Amended Russia-related Frequently Asked Question
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) today announced a settlement with Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. ("Wells Fargo"). Wells Fargo agreed to remit... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Macron announces water saving plan; says protests will not stop reforms
French President Emmanuel Macron sought to rally citizens around a plan to save water on Thursday and stressed that protests will not stop reforms, in a nod to... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Ireland: DPC Produces “Significant Outputs” for 2022 Concluding 17 Large Scale Inquiries
By John Magee, Emer McEntaggart, Eilis McDonald, Nicole Fitzpatrick, Sarah Dunne, David Brazil & Christopher Connell The Data Protection Commission (DPC) has published its 2022 Annual Report, highlighting... more
2 years ago
Speech: Forcible transfer and Deportation of Children: invocation of OSCE Moscow Mechanism
German Ambassador to the OSCE gives a statement on behalf of 45 OSCE participating States on the deportation of children amidst Russia’s war against Ukraine.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Joint submission to European Commission on cross-border sharing of data for mixed criminal law and immigration control purposes
2 years ago
Privacy International News Feed
CNIL issues €125,000 Fine Against E-Scooter Rental Company
On March 28, 2023, the French Data Protection Authority announced a €125,000 fine on the e-scooter rental company Cityscoot for breaching EU and French data protection rules, in... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
North Korea Designation; Counter-Narcotics Designations Removals; Venezuela-related Designation Removal
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Guidance: Bringing your pet to the UK from Ukraine
What you must do to bring your pet to the UK from Ukraine if you are seeking refuge.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Corporate report: Government Annuities Investment Fund Report & Accounts 2022
Annual report and accounts of the Government Annuities Investment Fund.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HM Treasury Senior Officials' Travel Expenses, Hospitality and the Permanent Secretaries Meetings with External Organisations: 1 October to 31 December 2022
Travel and hospitality used by HM Treasury senior officials at Senior Civil Service 2 (or equivalent) and above.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HMT non-consolidated performance related pay 2021 to 2022
Details of non-consolidated performance related pay at HM Treasury... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HM Treasury business appointment rules advice October to December 2022
This page summarises advice given under the business appointment rules to applicants at SCS2 and SCS1 level and equivalents.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: Hospitality received by HMT special advisers: 1 October to 31 December 2022
This document details hospitality received by HMT special advisers worth more than £140.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: HMT ministers' meetings, hospitality, gifts and overseas travel: 1 October to 31 December 2022
Ministers' meetings, hospitality, gifts and overseas travel.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: Infrastructure (Financial Assistance) Act 2012: Annual Report and Accounts for year ending March 2022
This report has been issued pursuant to the reporting requirements under the Infrastructure (Financial Assistance) Act 2012.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Transparency data: Infrastructure (Financial Assistance) Act 2012: Annual Report and Accounts for year ending March 2021
This report has been issued pursuant to the reporting requirements under the Infrastructure (Financial Assistance) Act 2012.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Speech: Funds Congress Speech by the Economic Secretary, Andrew Griffith MP
The Economic Secretary to the Treasury delivered a speech at the Funds Congress on the UK Asset Management industry and its position as a global player.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
News story: New plan puts UK at the forefront of fight against economic crime
Government, law enforcement and private sector agree on a new plan to crack down on money laundering, kleptocracy and sanctions evasion.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Economic crime plan 2023 to 2026
The economic crime plan 2 sets out what the public and private sectors should do to continue to transform the UK’s response to economic crime.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Treasury Minutes – March 2023
Government departments respond to the Public Accounts Committee reports through a Treasury minute.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
New Zealand: Digital Identity Services Trust Framework Bill passes final reading
Authors: Alex Moore (Associate, Auckland) and Nick Valentine (Partner, Auckland)  On 30 March 2023, the Digital Identity Services Trust Framework Bill (the Bill) passed its third and final... more
2 years ago
Swiss court convicts four bankers over Putin cellist funds
Four bankers from a Russian bank's Swiss branch have been found guilty by a Zurich court over vast sums going into the accounts of a close confidant of... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
Open consultation: Senior Managers & Certification Regime: a Call for Evidence
This Call for Evidence delivers on the government’s commitment in the Edinburgh Reforms to launch a review into the performance, effectiveness, and scope of the regime.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Consultation outcome: Public service pensions: Consultation on the discount rate methodology
This consultation seeks views on the methodology the Government uses to set the SCAPE discount rate.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
57/2023 : 30 March 2023 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-106/22
Xella Magyarország Free movement of capital Advocate General Ćapeta: EU law does not, in principle, preclude national legislation which allows for the screening of foreign direct investment of... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
56/2023 : 30 March 2023 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-27/22
Volkswagen Group Italia and Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft Area of Freedom, Security and Justice According to Advocate General Campos Sánchez-Bordona, Volkswagen cannot be penalised in Italy for ‘Dieselgate’, after having... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
Open consultation: Future regulatory regime for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) ratings providers
HM Treasury is consulting on whether regulation for providers of ESG ratings should be introduced, and on the potential scope of a regulatory regime.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Terms of reference for the review of foreign direct investment
Terms of reference for the review of the government’s approach to attracting foreign direct investment into the UK.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Open consultation: Addressing carbon leakage risk to support decarbonisation
The UK government is consulting on a range of potential policy measures to mitigate future carbon leakage risk.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Pro-innovation Regulation of Technologies Review: Green Industries
Sir Patrick Vallance’s review on pro-innovation regulation for green industries and the government response.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: HM Treasury Evaluation Strategy
A strategy covering HM Treasury’s overall approach and commitment to evaluation.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
55/2023 : 30 March 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-5/22
Green Network (Injonction de remboursement de frais) Freedom of establishment National regulatory authorities for energy may have the power to order electricity undertakings to repay sums received in... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
Kremlin comments on WSJ correspondent arrest
Speaking to journalists via conference call, Peskov was asked to comment on the arrest of the American citizen and whether Russia will cooperate with US security services on... more
2 years ago
54/2023 : 30 March 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-34/21
Hauptpersonalrat der Lehrerinnen und Lehrer Principles of Community law Live streaming by videoconference of classes in state school education falls within the scope of the GDPR... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
Minnesota derailment spills ethanol, prompts evacuations
The BNSF train derailed in the town of Raymond, roughly 100 miles (161 kilometers) west of Minneapolis, around 1 a.m., according to a statement from Kandiyohi County Sheriff... more
2 years ago
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Policy paper: Green finance strategy
A strategy to harness the UK’s world-leading financial services sector to support our climate and environmental objectives.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Minister Joly speaks with Minister Malki of the Palestinian Authority
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today spoke with His Excellency Dr. Riad Malki, Palestinian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
CIPL Submits Response to CPPA Invitation for Preliminary Comments on Proposed Rulemaking
On Monday, March 27,, 2023, the Centre for Information Policy Leadership at Hunton Andrews Kurth submitted a response to the California Privacy Protection Agency Invitation for Preliminary Comments... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
UK Government Publishes AI White Paper
On March 29, 2023, the UK government published a white paper on artificial intelligence entitled “A pro-innovation approach to AI regulation.” Continue Reading... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Musk, other tech experts urge halt to further AI developments
Billionaire businessman Elon Musk and a range of tech leaders called on Wednesday for a pause in the development of powerful artificial intelligence (AI) systems to allow time... more
2 years ago
Press release: New bill to modernise Business Rates system
A new bill introduced today will support businesses by modernising the business rates system to incentivise property improvements.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Israel Launches Spy Satellite
Israel launch a new spy satellite on Wednesday, the first the country has sent to space in nearly three years as it seeks to enhance its defense capabilities... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
Policy paper: Sovereign Grant Act 2011: report of the Royal Trustees on the Sovereign Grant for 2023-24
The report details the amount of the Sovereign Grant for 2023-24.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
53/2023 : 29 March 2023 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-142/21
Wizz Air Hungary v Commission () and aide au sauvetage) State aid The action against the Commission’s decision approving the aid granted by Romania to the airline Blue... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
JPMorgan boss to be questioned over bank’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein – media
Epstein, who died in a prison cell in 2021 while awaiting trial on sex-trafficking charges, had been a client at JPMorgan for 15 years, from 1998 to 2013.... more
2 years ago
Netanyahu tells Biden to stay out of Israeli business
In a series of tweets shared on Tuesday night, Netanyahu noted that he has known his US counterpart for “over 40 years” and commended Biden for his “longstanding... more
2 years ago
New York Attorney General Settles with Law Firm Over Data Breach
On March 27, 2023, New York Attorney General Letitia James announced that a New York-based law firm had agreed to pay $200,000 in penalties and enhance its cybersecurity... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Canada Further Sanctions Iranian Regime: 8 Individuals and 2 Entities Targeted
On March 27, 2023, Canada announced further amendments to the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations (the “Regulations”) in response to Iran’s “gross and systematic violations of human rights... more
2 years ago
Blog Series: Sanctions Enforcement Around the G7, the French Perspective
Having focused on the enforcement of sanctions by the United States, United Kingdom, the European Union, and Germany in the past weeks, we continue our series with the... more
2 years ago
Guidance: OFSI General Licence INT/2023/2824812
GENERAL LICENCE – Bond amendments and restructurings for non-Designated Persons... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Slovakia travel advice
Latest FCDO travel advice for Slovakia including on entry requirements, safety and security and local laws and customs.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Guidance: OFSI General licence INT/2022/1678476
Details of OFSI General licence INT/2022/1678476... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: General licence – INT/2022/1834876
OFSI General licence – INT/2022/1834876... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
UK & US impose sanctions on actors linked to illicit captagon trade
The UK and US today announced the coordinated designation of people and entities alleged to be linked to the production or export of captagon, an amphetamine. The Syrian... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Counter Terrorism Designations; Syria Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Press release: UK-Poland partnership to provide homes and power to Ukraine
The UK has announced up to £10 million in funding to support a new UK-Polish partnership which will provide shelter and power for Ukrainians displaced by Russian attacks.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Delaware court: Venezuela creditors can seize PDV Holding shares if licensed by OFAC
The US District Court for the District of Delaware has granted 4 companies the right to seize shares in Delaware corporation PDV Holding, Inc. that are held by... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Guidance: Extending the pension fund clearing exemption and exemptions for intragroup transactions
Extending the pension fund clearing exemption by two years and the temporary intragroup exemption regime by three years.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
United States: OFAC issues guidance for authorized transactions related to earthquake relief efforts in Syria
On 21 February 2023, the US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control issued OFAC Compliance Communique: Guidance on Authorized Transactions Related to Earthquake Relief Efforts... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Germany: Sanctions enforcement around the G7 – the German perspective
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled Blog Series:  Sanctions Enforcement Around the G7, the German Perspective on 22 March 2023. Read the article via the link here.... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Press release: Life sciences companies supercharged with £277 million in government and private investment
Four life sciences companies from across the UK will benefit from the first tranche of Life Sciences Innovative Manufacturing Fund (LSIMF) grants.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Artificial Intelligence Competitiveness, Inclusion, and Innovation – the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Commission Considers AI Regulation, Competitiveness, and the Future of AI
On March 9, 2023, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce released both an Executive Summary and Full Report detailing the work done by the Chamber’s Commission on Artificial Intelligence... more
2 years ago
Security Council 1518 Sanctions Committee Removes One Entry from Its Sanctions List
On 27 March 2023, the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1518 (2003) removed the following entry from its Sanctions List of individuals and entities.... more
2 years ago
UN.org
Guidance: Energy Bills Discount Scheme
Find out about the Energy Bills Discount Scheme (EBDS) for non-domestic customers.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Statement from Minister Sajjan on Auditor General of Canada report on International Assistance in Support of Gender Equality
“Global Affairs Canada has a proven track record in supporting gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls in its international assistance. This was strengthened with the... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng launches public consultations on Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity 
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, announced the launch of public consultations on Canada’s negotiations with the Americas... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
OFSI trust services sanctions teach-in – Wednesday 29 March
OFSI will host an online teach-in on trust services sanctions on Wednesday 29 March 2023 at 12.30pm (UK time). Register here. This follows its designation of all people... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Estonia identifies 1500 sanctions violations
Estonian Minister of Finance Annely Akkermann said last week at an ACAMS conference that Estonia has identified more than 1500 cases of Russia-related sanctions violations and that Estonia... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Minister Ng announces appointment of four new Board of Directors at Invest in Canada
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, announced the appointment of four new Board Directors of the Invest in... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
France: Changes to insurability of cyber losses
Authors: Luc Bigel and Hamza Akli  On 24 January 2023, France’s Orientation and Programming Law (“LOPMI“) was enacted and published the next day in the Official Journal. LOPMI... more
2 years ago
UK adds 3 to Myanmar sanctions & amends Iran & anti-corruption listings
The UK today added Shoon Energy Pte Ltd, a company alleged to be profiting from the supply of aviation fuel to the Myanmar Air Force, its Director Khin... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Canada announces $8M in humanitarian assistance in response to Tropical Cyclone Freddy in Malawi and Mozambique
The impact of Tropical Cyclone Freddy on Mozambique and Malawi has been devastating, with high winds, flooding, and landslides causing the death of more than 600 people. These... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Consultation outcome: Cryptoasset promotions
Regulating the promotion of certain types of cryptoassets: government consultation on a policy proposal.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Financial sanctions, Myanmar
Myanmar is currently subject to UK financial sanctions. This document provides a current list of designated persons.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Financial sanctions, Myanmar
Myanmar is currently subject to UK financial sanctions. This document provides a current list of designated persons.... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Press release: UK hosts thanked on first anniversary of Homes for Ukraine scheme
Ukrainian Ambassador thanks British people for standing ‘shoulder to shoulder’ with Ukraine.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
US adds to Belarus & Myanmar sanctions lists
Belarus OFAC has designated 9 people and 3 entities, and identified Belarus President Lukashenka’s Boeing 737 EW-001PA, pursuant to Executive Order (E.O.) 14038. OFAC is also reissuing its... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Burma-related Designations; Belarus Designations and Designation Update; Publication of Belarus Sanctions Regulations; Publication of Jet Fuel Alert
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is amending the Belarus Sanctions Regulations and reissuing them in their entirety. This regulatory amendment is currently... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
News story: UK Infrastructure Bank Bill becomes law
The UK Infrastructure Bank Bill has received Royal Assent after being introduced to Parliament in May last year.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Research: Analysis of Ukrainian nationals entering employment in the UK
Counts of Ukrainian nationals in employment by age, gender and region in UK, England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Policy paper: Joint HM Treasury and FCA statement on the Criminal Market Abuse Regime
HM Treasury and the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) have completed a review of the criminal market abuse regime, fulfilling the commitment made in the Economic Crime Plan 2019-22.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
DOJ unseals indictments in connection with Iranian military & WMD procurement network
In parallel to OFAC’s designation of Iranian nationals Amanallah Paidar and Asghar Mahmoudi, as well as Turkish national Murat Bükey, for their alleged involvement an Iranian UAV and... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Security Council Extends Mandate of Expert Panel Overseeing Sanctions against Democratic People’s Republic of Korea until 30 April 2024
The Security Council today decided to extend the mandate of the expert panel assisting the committee overseeing its sanctions against the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea until 30... more
2 years ago
UN.org
SEC Advances Three New Cybersecurity Rule Proposals
On March 15, 2023, the Securities and Exchange Commission proposed three rules related to cybersecurity and the protection of consumers’ information. Continue Reading... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Finland frees frozen fertiliser
The Finnish Foreign Ministry has granted an authorisation for a Russian shipment of fertilisers to transit through EU territory and be exported to a third country after it... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Brazilian DPA Enacts Regulation on the Setting and Application of Administrative Penalties Under the Brazilian General Data Protection Law
The Brazilian law firm BMA Advogados reports that the Brazilian National Data Protection Authority adopted a landmark and long-awaited regulation for the enforcement of the Brazilian General Data... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Correspondence: Open letters between HM Treasury and Bank of England, March 2023
CPI inflation was 10.4% in February 2023, prompting an open letter from the Governor of the Bank of England to the Chancellor on 23 March 2023. The Chancellor... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
South Korean sanctions & export controls against N Korea
In response to the launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile by North Korea on 16 March, the South Korean Foreign Ministry has announced a ‘watch-list’ of 70 goods... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Consultation outcome: The new alcohol duty system: consultation
This document responds to last year’s call for evidence on the Alcohol Duty Review and sets out how the government intends to reform the alcohol duty system.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
European Union: Sanctions enforcement around the G7 – the EU perspective
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled Blog Series: Sanctions Enforcement Around the G7, the EU Perspective on 14 March 2023. Read the article via the link here.... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Press release: Spring Finance Bill 2023 published
The Bill enshrines the Chancellor’s pro-business tax and employment measures that were announced at the Budget into law.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
52/2023 : 23 March 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-653/21
Syndicat Uniclima Environment and consumers Fire safety in establishments open to the public: Member States may not impose additional requirements on pressure equipment bearing the CE marking for... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
OFAC lists Iranian UAV and weapons procurement network
In coordination with the FBI, OFAC has designated 4 Iranian and Turkish entities and 3 Iranian and Turkish nationals for their alleged involvement in the procurement of equipment,... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
CHINA: CBDT routes now all clear – Draft guidelines for CAC Certification route published
Authors: Carolyn Bigg, Amanda Ge, Venus Cheung, and Gwyneth To It’s now the time to focus on the steps that data controllers need to take to legitimize overseas... more
2 years ago
United Kingdom: Sanctions enforcement around the G7 – the UK perspective
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled Blog Series: Sanctions Enforcement Around the G7, The UK Perspective on 10 March 2023. Read the article via the link here.... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
United States: Publication of compliance note warning of Russian evasions of export controls and sanctions
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled BIS, DOJ and OFAC publish compliance note warning public of Russian evasions of export controls and sanctions on 10 March... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Press release: UK affirms support for Romania and Black Sea region
Foreign Secretary James Cleverly hosts Romanian Foreign Minister Bogdan Aurescu in London to sign a renewed Strategic Partnership and open a bilateral forum.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Russia boosts defenses near Japan; accuses U.S. of expanding Asia-Pacific presence
Russia said on Wednesday that a division of its Bastion coastal defense missile systems had been deployed to Paramushir, one of the Kuril islands in the north Pacific,... more
2 years ago
x.JT
US credit card debt at record high as Fed raises rates again
As the Federal Reserve raises interest rates again, credit card debt is already at a record high, and more people are carrying debt month to month. The Fed’s... more
2 years ago
x.JT
UK makes revisions to Russia and anti-corruption sanctions listings
The UK has adopted the following changes to its Russia sanctions list (Notice): a duplicate entry for Sergey Borisovich Korolev has been removed; and the statement of reasons... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
EU Commission updates Russia sanctions FAQs on crypto-assets & IP rights
The European Commission has updated its Russia sanctions FAQs on crypto-assets and intellectual property rights. These are available on the EU Guidance section of this site. Crypto-assets FAQ... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
OFAC Issues Guidance for Authorized Transactions Related to Earthquake Relief Efforts in Syria
On February 21, 2023, the US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) issued OFAC Compliance Communique: Guidance on Authorized Transactions Related to Earthquake Relief... more
2 years ago
https://blogs.dlapiper.com/privacymatters/?p=3804
UK: ICO issues updated Guidance on Artificial Intelligence and Data Protection On 15th March 2023, the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (“ICO”) issued updated Guidance on Artificial Intelligence and... more
2 years ago
Blog Series:  Sanctions Enforcement Around the G7, the German Perspective
Having focused on the enforcement of sanctions by the United States, United Kingdom and the European Union in the past weeks, this week we will take a closer... more
2 years ago
Russian tech giants appeal Nasdaq delisting
Last week, Nasdaq said that it would delist shares of the corporate majors unless they appeal to a Listing Qualifications Hearings Panel. It added that the securities will... more
2 years ago
China Denounces Submarine Deal
China lambasted the latest steps taken by the UK and US to supply conventionally-armed but nuclear-powered submarines to Australia, in a diplomatic broadside circulated overnight among international atomic... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
China insists it is impartial on Russia-Ukraine, questions US 'pouring weapons into the conflict'
The Chinese government pushed back Wednesday against U.S. officials' criticisms of President Xi Jinping meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin was pressed... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
German ambassador confirms that Putin would be arrested if he entered Germany
"Should Putin appear on German territory, he will definitely be arrested," Feldhusen said. She recalled that Germany is a signatory to the Rome Statute along with over 120 countries.... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
Danish Navy present near Nord Stream 2 – media
Last week, Denmark's Foreign Minister Lars Rasmussen announced that his government could corroborate a report by the Russian gas giant Gazprom, the operator of the undersea pipeline, about... more
2 years ago
Top aide of Canadian PM Trudeau will testify in parliament on Chinese election meddling
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau bowed to pressure from the opposition and agreed to allow his top aide to testify before a parliamentary committee probing alleged Chinese election... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Zuckerberg, Meta sued for failing to address sex trafficking, child exploitation
A new lawsuit accuses Mark Zuckerberg and other Meta Platforms Inc executives and directors of failing to do enough to stop sex trafficking and child sexual exploitation on... more
2 years ago
x.JT
JP Morgan, Deutsche Bank to face lawsuit over Epstein ties
The first lawsuit against JP Morgan, filed by an unnamed “Jane Doe” representing a group of the pedophile’s victims, argues the US-based bank “knowingly benefited from participating in... more
2 years ago
Ukraine introduces a new set of sanctions against Russian, Iranian, Syrian and UAE persons
Effective as of 21 March 2023, Ukraine introduced a new set of personal sanctions against 300 individuals and 141 legal entities with the aim of targeting the Russian... more
2 years ago
Our final report on Kenya's 2022 election in collaboration with The Carter Center Election Expert Mission
2 years ago
Privacy International News Feed
Trust Services Sanctions update
The UK Government remains committed to punishing Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine, cutting off funding streams to the Putin regime and stopping those close to the regime from... more
2 years ago
OFSI
Guidance: Sanctions: Trust services
Details of Trust Service sanctions... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Sanctions: Trust services
Details of Trust Service sanctions... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Putin announces readiness to switch to the Chinese Yuan currency in foreign trade
Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced Russia's readiness to switch to the yuan in foreign trade settlements with countries in Asia, Latin America and Africa. He said this... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
Iran-related Designations; Non-Proliferation Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Generative AI Tools Can Present IP Risks, But They’re Manageable
The sudden increase in news coverage of generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT and Midjourney has employees excited to discover how these accessible tools can make their... more
2 years ago
UK updates export control lists in line with Wassenaar Arrangement
The Export Control (Military and Dual-Use Lists) (Amendment) Regulations 2023 were laid before UK Parliament on 10 March. These amend the control lists in the Export Control Order... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
US F-22s land in Philippines for first time, furthering defense ties
Two U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptors landed at Clark Air Base in the Philippines last week in a move signaling increased defense efforts between the two countries. During... more
2 years ago
Defense News
Putin and Xi sign two documents in Moscow
Reportedly, one document is a statement on plans for economic cooperation, and the other is a statement on plans to deepen the partnership. In addition, Russian sources say... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
US / Sanctions: Iran drone procurement network
The United States said Tuesday it is imposing a new round of sanctions on Iranian firms and people accused of procuring equipment used for Iranian drones. Treasury’s Office... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
UK amends guidance for critical energy supply licensing for services under reg 54C
The UK Statutory Guidance on Russia sanctions has been amended as regards licences that can be granted to permit conduct that would otherwise be prohibited by regulation 54C... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Transparency data: OSCAR II – publishing data from the database: March 2023
The third quarterly OSCAR transparency release for 2022 to 2023.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
51/2023 : 21 March 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-100/21
Daimler (Responsabilité des constructeurs de véhicules munis de dispositifs d’invalidation) Environment and consumers The purchaser of a vehicle equipped with an unlawful defeat device has a right to... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
United States: Attorneys’ Offices voluntary self-disclosure policy may affect handling of criminal sanctions matters
On 22 February 2023, the US Department of Justice announced a new voluntary self-disclosure policy for corporate criminal enforcement in all United States Attorneys’ Offices around the country.... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
National Statistics: Public sector finances bulletin
The public sector finances statistical bulletin.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Russia says jet scrambled as US B-52 bombers fly over Baltic Sea
Russia’s defence ministry has said a Russian Su-35 combat plane was scrambled over the Baltic Sea after two United States strategic bombers flew in the direction of the... more
2 years ago
CIPL Publishes Key Takeaways from Age Assurance and Age Verification Tools Roundtable
On February 16, 2023, the Centre for Information Policy Leadership at Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP held a virtual roundtable to discuss the role of age assurance and age... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
50/2023 : 20 March 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-522/21
Saatgut-Treuhandverwaltung (KWS Meridian) Agriculture and fisheries Protection of plant variety rights: no minimum level of compensation set... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
Russia adds 23 to UK “stop list”
In response to the imposition of sanctions on Russia and the provision of support to Ukraine by the UK, the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced the... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
FTC Announces Orders to Address Deceptive Advertising on Social Media and Video Streaming Platforms
On March 16, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission announced it issued orders to eight social media and video streaming platforms seeking Special Reports on how the platforms review... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
DOJ Publishes New Corporate Compliance Guidance Related to Communications Platforms and Messaging Applications
On March 3, 2023, the U.S. Department of Justice released an update to its Evaluation of Corporate Compliance Programs guidance. Continue Reading... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Statement on International Day of La Francophonie
“Today gives us the opportunity to celebrate the extraordinary richness and vitality of the French language and francophone culture in Canada and worldwide.”... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
France: the CNIL has released its annual dawn raid Program for 2023: four national priorities and one priority coming from the EDPB!
On 15 March 2023, the French Supervisory Authority (the “CNIL”) unveiled in a post its four key priorities regarding its upcoming investigations for 2023 targeting specific sectors (I),... more
2 years ago
Russia sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Canada bans import of Russian aluminium & steel
Canada has adopted bans on the import of all Russian aluminium products, including unwrought aluminium, aluminium sheets and finished products, as well as primary Russian steel products, such... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Paris police, protesters clash for third night over Macron's pension reform
Paris police clashed with demonstrators for a third night on Saturday as thousands of people marched throughout the country amid anger at the government pushing through a rise…... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Some Trump rivals rally to his side as possible charges loom
  NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — Top Republicans, including some of Donald Trump's potential rivals for the GOP's 2024 presidential nomination, rushed to his defense Saturday after Trump... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
SECO identifies 100 cases of potential Russian sanctions violations
The Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO) is reported to have said on Tuesday that it has identified 100 cases of potential Russia sanctions violations. The cases... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
International: Focus by US, EU, UK and other authorities on third countries and anti-circumvention of Russia sanctions
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled Focus by US, EU, UK and other authorities on third countries and anti-circumvention of Russia sanctions on 8 March 2023.... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Colorado Finalizes Rules Implementing the Colorado Privacy Act   
On March 15, 2023, the Colorado Attorney General’s Office finalized rules implementing the Colorado Privacy Act. Continue Reading... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Russian officials scoff at ICC’s indictment of Putin
On March 17, the International Criminal Court issued an arrest warrant for Vladimir Putin and Russian Children’s Ombudsman, Maria Lvova-Belova. They are accused of deporting children from the... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
Canada approves increased shipments of potash to Bangladesh
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, announced a contract between the Canadian Commercial Corporation (CCC), Saskatchewan-based Canpotex, one... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
SVB parent company files for bankruptcy
While Silicon Valley Bank was seized by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation after its value collapsed following a bank run last Friday, the rest of SVB Financial Group... more
2 years ago
Violent protests in France over Macron’s retirement age push
Angry protesters took to the streets in Paris and other cities for a second day on Friday, trying to pressure lawmakers to bring down French President Emmanuel Macron's... more
2 years ago
x.JT
International court issues war crimes warrant for Putin
The International Criminal Court said Friday that it has issued an arrest warrant for Russian President Vladimir Putin for war crimes, accusing him of personal responsibility for the... more
2 years ago
x.JT
UK Russia sanctions list – 1 revision and 1 de-listing
Changes to UK Russia sanctions list today (Notice) The reasons for listing Igor Makarov have been amended. A duplicate entry for the Minsk Wheel Tractor Plant has been... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Minister Joly speaks with Israel’s Minister of Foreign Affairs
Minister Joly and Minister Cohen discussed Canada and Israel’s strong, multidimensional and enduring friendship, driven by close people-to-people ties as Canada is home to the world’s third largest... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Iowa House and Senate Unanimously Vote to Approve Comprehensive Privacy Legislation
On March 6 and 15, 2023, both chambers of the Iowa Legislature unanimously voted to approve Senate File 262, which could make Iowa the sixth U.S. state to... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Canada and EU conclude the 2023 International Conference in Solidarity with Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants
The outflow of refugees and migrants from Venezuela is currently one of the largest displacement crises in the world, with nearly 7.2 million people having fled or left... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
OFSI: Update to Enforcement Guidance on Ownership and Control
2 years ago
Sanctions Insight
Transparency data: Government Major Projects Portfolio – Accounting Officer Assessments Ministry of Justice
Accounting officer assessment summaries for the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) programmes and projects in the Government Major Project Portfolio.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Press release: PM call with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine: 16 March 2023
The Prime Minister spoke to Ukrainian President Zelenskyy today.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
UK ICO Issues Updated Guidance on AI and Data Protection
On March 15, 2023, the UK Information Commissioner’s Office published an updated version of its guidance on AI and data protection, following requests from UK industry to clarify... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Guidance: Register your interest to support reconstruction in Ukraine
Support critical infrastructure in Ukraine and help them rebuild.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Security Council ISIL (Da’esh), Al-Qaida Sanctions Committee Amends 102 Entries on Its Sanctions List
​​​​​​​On 15 March 2023, the entries below on the ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida Sanctions List of individuals and entities subject to the assets freeze, travel ban, and arms... more
2 years ago
UN.org
UK: OFSI updates monetary penalties guidance to address issues of ownership and control
The UK Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (“OFSI”) has updated its guidance on enforcement and monetary penalties for breaches of financial sanctions (the “Monetary Penalties Guidance”, available here),... more
2 years ago
News story: Women in Finance charter shows continued improvements in female representation
The annual Women in Finance report published today shows the finance sector is making great strides in increasing female representation in finance in senior management roles.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Press release: Chancellor unveils a Budget for growth to benefiit Scotland
A £27 billion tax cut for business and a trio of freezes to help families with the cost-of-living headlined the Chancellor’s Spring Budget... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Homes for Ukraine Funding, September to November 2022
The Homes for Ukraine grant determination letters and funding allocations (September to November 2022).... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
OFSI publishes guidance on ownership & control
OFSI today published updated guidance on enforcement and monetary penalties for breaches of financial sanctions, which now includes a section on ownership and control. The new ownership and... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
National Statistics: GDP deflators at market prices, and money GDP March 2023 (Spring Budget)
This document contains the latest gross domestic product (GDP) deflators. The GDP deflator can be viewed as a measure of general inflation in the domestic economy.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
UK Supreme Court says trade sanctions aren’t duress in English law
The UK Supreme Court held that the Law Debenture Trust Corporation plc, acting on behalf of Russia, is not entitled to a summary judgment in its contractual dispute... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
49/2023 : 16 March 2023 - Opinion of the Advocate General in cases C-634/21, C-26/22, C-64/22
SCHUFA Holding and Others (Scoring) Principles of Community law Advocate General Pikamäe: the automated establishment of a probability concerning the ability of a person to service a loan constitutes... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
48/2023 : 16 March 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-339/21
Colt Technology Services and Others Telecommunications operators may be obliged to provide, upon request from a judicial authority, communication interception operations in return for a fixed rate... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
47/2023 : 16 March 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-174/21
Commission v Bulgaria (Double manquement - Pollution par les PM10) Law governing the institutions The Commission’s first action for a twofold failure to fulfil obligations in relation to... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
46/2023 : 16 March 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-449/21
Towercast Competition L’interdiction d’abus de position dominante prévue par les traités permet un contrôle au niveau national et a posteriori d’une opération de concentration d’entreprises de dimension non... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
Policy paper: Women in Finance Charter
The 'Women in Finance Charter' asks financial services firms to commit to implement four key industry actions.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Corporate report: New Financial: Women in Finance Annual Review (March 2023)
Assessing the progress of the Women in Finance Charter, and reviewing the benefits and challenges experienced by Charter signatories.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Press release: New support for Moldova and Georgia against “threat on their doorstep” as Foreign Secretary visits region
Foreign Secretary James Cleverly will visit Moldova and Georgia and announce new funding to boost regional resilience against Russian malign interference.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Minister Ng concludes successful Women’s Canada Trade Mission to United Kingdom
Women’s participation in international trade is critical to supporting an inclusive and resilient Canadian economy.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
US / Chinese tycoon and Bannon ally Guo Wengui charged with $1bn fraud
Guo Wengui, a Chinese billionaire known for his opposition to Beijing and ties to the administration of former US President Donald Trump, has been charged in the United... more
2 years ago
International Data Transfers: Time to Rethink Binding Corporate Rules
This is an excerpt from CIPL President Bojana Bellamy’s recently published piece in the IAPP “Privacy Perspectives” blog. This piece discusses binding corporate rules as important transfer mechanism.... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Pentagon calls Moscow over drone incident
According to the Russian Defense Ministry, Shoigu told Austin that the incident was caused by the Americans violating the airspace restriction declared by Russia, with all the proper... more
2 years ago
2023: A Generative AI Odyssey
Artificial intelligence (AI) has long existed in the public consciousness through science fiction, doomsday planners, and fears of Ray Kurzweil’s singularity—but it now appears to be an accessible... more
2 years ago
Minister Sajjan to co-host International Conference in Solidarity with Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, announced today that he will travel to Brussels,... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Sajjan to hold press conference at the International Conference in Solidarity with Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants
March 15, 2023 - The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada will hold a press... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Balkans-related Designations; Counter Narcotics Designation
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Speech: Spring Budget 2023 speech
Spring Budget 2023 speech as delivered by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Consultation outcome: HGV levy reform options: environmental charging and liability changes for foreign vehicles
Proposes introducing a replacement HGV levy in which carbon dioxide emissions, estimated according to the weight of the vehicle, are taken into account.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Investment Zones
The Investment Zones policy document sets out the scope of the refocussed policy, including places selected, funding envelope and policy offer.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Open consultation: Long-term Investment For Technology and Science (LIFTS) initiative: request for feedback
We're seeking feedback on the options for government support, the qualifying criteria for proposals, and the overall approach and timetable for LIFTS.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Spring Budget 2023 – Disability White Paper Factsheet
Summary of changes announced in the Health and Disability White Paper.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Enterprise Management Incentives Call for Evidence: Summary of Responses
This Call for Evidence sought views on how the Enterprise Management Incentives scheme is operating and whether it should be expanded. The Call for Evidence has concluded, and... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Spring Budget 2023 customs measures
A package of measures was announced at Spring Budget 2023 to simplify customs import and export processes for businesses.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Consultation outcome: Landfill Tax Review: call for evidence
This call for evidence seeks views on aspects of Landfill Tax, to ensure the tax continues to support the government’s ambitious environmental objectives.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Consultation outcome: Audio-visual tax reliefs: consultation
Consultation on reforms to audio-visual tax reliefs. The proposals aim to simplify and modernise the reliefs, boost growth in the sectors and ensure the reliefs remain sustainable.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Corporate report: Debt management report 2023-24
Information on the government’s financing plans for 2023-24.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Consultation outcome: Business Rates Review: technical consultation
This consultation sets out how the government intends to give effect to a number of measures arising from its recent business rates review.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Government response to the 2022 Fiscal Risks and Sustainability Report
The government has published its response to the Office for Budget Responsibility’s 2022 Fiscal Risks and Sustainability Report.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Pro-innovation Regulation of Technologies Review: Digital Technologies
Sir Patrick Vallance’s review on pro-innovation regulation for digital technologies and the government response.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Spring Budget 2023 Factsheet: Cutting & Simplifying Tax for Businesses to Invest and Grow
Factsheet covering Spring Budget 2023 measures on Capital Allowances, R&D and simplification.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Spring Budget 2023 – Labour Market Factsheet
In the Spring Budget we are setting out a package of measures designed to support people to enter work, increase their working hours and extend their working lives.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Correspondence: Pro-innovation Regulation of Technologies Review: life sciences (interim report)
As part of his review on pro-innovation regulation for the life sciences, Sir Patrick Vallance has written to the Chancellor with interim recommendations.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Open consultation: Taxation of environmental land management and ecosystem service markets
The government is seeking views on the taxation of ecosystem service markets and the potential expansion of agricultural property relief from inheritance tax.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Full expensing
An introduction to full expensing and the UK's capital allowances regime... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
News story: Chancellor unveils a Budget for growth
A revolution in childcare, a £27 billion tax cut for business and a trio of freezes to help families with the cost-of-living headlined the Chancellor’s Spring Budget today,... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Spring Budget 2023
This is the Spring Budget 2023 in full. You can find supporting and related documents below.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Turkish customs blocking certain goods to Russia
Since March 10, 2023, Türkiye has stopped the transit of some goods to Russia via Türkiye without an official explanation and despite the fact that no sanctions against... more
2 years ago
UK Economic Deterrence Initiative supports implementation & enforcement of UK sanctions
As part of the Integrated Review Refresh, the UK government on Monday announced a £50 million Economic Deterrence Initiative to strengthen the implementation and enforcement of UK sanctions,... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Official Statistics: Forecasts for the UK economy: March 2023
A comparison of independent forecasts for the UK economy in March 2023.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Official Statistics: Database of forecasts for the UK economy
We’ve compiled independent forecasts for the UK economy since 1986. This database includes forecasts of key economic indicators from those publications.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Global: Sanctions Enforcement Around the G7
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled Sanctions Enforcement Around the G7: Intro to Blog Series and View from the United States on 28 February 2023. Read... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Ukraine introduces three new sets of sanctions
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled Ukraine introduces three new sets of sanctions against persons contributing to the Russian aggression against Ukraine on 28 February 2023.... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Canada imposes additional sanctions against Russia
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled Canada Imposes Additional Sanctions Against Russia: 129 Individuals and 63 Entities Targeted on 28 February 2023. Read the article via... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
OneTrust board changes ready it for 'last phase as a private company'
Privacy technology company OneTrust announced a series of changes to its board of directors and governance structure Wednesday, which it says positions the company for future growth.  Under... more
2 years ago
IAPP Privacy Advisor
News story: Energy bills support extended for an extra three months
Millions of households will get more support with high energy bills to help ease the cost of living, the Chancellor has announced today ahead of the Spring Budget.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Russian jet, US drone crash over Black Sea, US military says
An American intelligence drone crashed after colliding with a Russian fighter over the Black Sea on Tuesday, the U.S. Air Force’s European headquarters said in a release. The... more
2 years ago
Defense News
SVB collapse offers lesson for China: State media
The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) will not affect China’s financial system but offers an important lesson for the country’s banking industry, the official Securities Times has... more
2 years ago
Russia blasts Canada over ‘regime change’
Responding after Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly said Ottawa is seeking “potential regime change in Russia” in comments to reporters last week, Moscow’s Ambassador to Canada Oleg... more
2 years ago
US / Sterling Bancorp, Inc. to Plead Guilty to $69M Securities Fraud
A Southfield, Michigan-headquartered bank holding company has agreed to plead guilty to securities fraud for filing false securities statements relating to its 2017 initial public offering (IPO) and... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Canada Imposes Additional Sanctions Against Russia: Prohibition on Steel and Aluminum Imports
On March 10, 2023, Canada amended the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations (the “Regulations”) to prohibit the import, purchase and acquisition of steel and aluminum goods listed under... more
2 years ago
Minister Ng meets with United Kingdom’s Secretary of State for Business and Trade
Today, while leading a delegation of women entrepreneurs to the United Kingdom, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, met... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Senators decry Russia’s ‘dangerous,’ ‘reckless’ downing of US drone
Senators on Tuesday called Russia’s downing of a U.S. drone “dangerous” and “reckless,” slamming Russian President Vladimir Putin but stopping short of calling for any specific actions. A... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
Putin says Germany remains 'occupied'
Russian President Vladimir Putin said Germany's response to the explosion on North Sea pipelines showed that the country remained "occupied" and unable to act independently decades after its... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Minister Joly to welcome Greek Foreign Affairs Minister Dendias in Ottawa and Montréal
March 14, 2023 – The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will host Greek Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias for bilateral meetings and activities with the Greek community.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly to welcome Greece’s foreign minister to Canada
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will welcome Nikos Dendias, Greece’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, to Ottawa, Ontario, and Montréal, Quebec, on... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Military transition classes are ‘falling short,’ lawmakers warn
Research shows most troops don't begin transition classes until they are in their final months of military service.... more
2 years ago
.Military Times
First judgment on de-listing case under UK Sanctions Act – Synesis
The High Court today rejected the first challenge to a UK sanctions listing, brought by a Belarus technology company called LLC Synesis.  Judgment here.  Maya Lester KC acted... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
What is known about the Black Sea drone incident
Neither the US nor Russia gave any coordinates for the incident. The Americans argued the drone was “operating within international airspace” over the Black Sea. The Russians said... more
2 years ago
Putin rejects theory about Ukrainian role in pipeline blasts
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday dismissed allegations that Ukrainians could be behind the blasts that damaged the Nord Stream gas pipelines in the Baltic Sea last year,... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
Syrian president Assad arrives in Moscow, set to meet Putin
Syrian President Bashar Assad arrived in Moscow on Tuesday, where he is scheduled to meet top ally Russian President Vladimir Putin. Russia is a main backer of Assad... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
Ohio sues Norfolk Southern over toxic train derailment
Ohio filed a lawsuit against railroad Norfolk Southern to make sure it pays for the cleanup and environmental damage caused by a fiery train derailment on the Ohio-Pennsylvania... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
Blog Series: Sanctions Enforcement Around the G7, The EU Perspective
The G7 announced the creation of a new Enforcement Coordination Mechanism “to bolster compliance and enforcement of our measures and deny Russia the benefit of G7 economies” on... more
2 years ago
US / ‘Forever chemicals’ in drinking water
The United States Environmental Protection Agency has proposed the first federal limit on so-called “forever chemicals” in the country’s drinking water, a move officials said will save lives.... more
2 years ago
US / Silicon Valley Bank execs, parent company sued after collapse
ilicon Valley Bank’s parent company and two senior executives are facing a class-action lawsuit in the United States, where shareholders have accused the financial institution of failing to... more
2 years ago
Guidance: International Fund for Ukraine (IFU)
Information for companies.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Moody’s puts US banks on notice
The agency cited concerns over the lenders’ reliance on uninsured deposit funding and unrealized losses in their asset portfolios. “The review for downgrade reflects the extremely volatile funding... more
2 years ago
Robert Kiyosaki predicts next big bank to fold
“The problem is the bond market, and my prediction, I called Lehman Brothers years ago, and I think the next bank to go is Credit Suisse,” said the... more
2 years ago
UK $6 billion defense boost targets atomic submarines, weapons top-up
LONDON — Defense spending is getting a £5 billion ($6 billion) boost from the British government, but most of the cash has been earmarked for nuclear programs and... more
2 years ago
Defense News
Silicon Valley Bank, Signature Bank collapse; signs of the next financial crisis
Economists see Lehman Brothers-style crisis as unlikely despite jitters following collapse of California-based lender.... more
2 years ago
ICC expected to launch war crimes cases against Russians over Ukraine
The International Criminal Court is expected to seek the arrest of Russian officials for forcibly deporting children from Ukraine and targeting civilian infrastructure, a source said on Monday,... more
2 years ago
x.JT
BBC gets £20 million boost from UK govt
The package comes within the framework of the so-called Integrated Review, a program document envisioning ‘Global Britain’ and originally adopted under former PM Boris Johnson. The money is... more
2 years ago
Japan's food self-sufficiency alarmingly low; 72 mil could go hungry, magazine says
“The day 72 million Japanese go hungry.” That’s the prospect Josei Seven (March 16) unfolds. For shock value? Yes and no. Certainly it’s shocking. But it’s not cheap…... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Policy paper: User and Preparer Advisory Group Minutes: March 2023
Minutes and papers from the User and Preparer Advisory Group (UPAG) meetings.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Europe: Applicability of the GDPR in civil proceedings
By Jan Pohle, Dr. Philipp Adelberg In its judgment of 2 March 2023, the European Court of Justice (ECJ) (C-268/21) issued a preliminary ruling on whether and to... more
2 years ago
EU Parliamentary Research Service publishes Russia sanctions briefing
The European Parliamentary Research Service has published a briefing on EU sanctions on Russia. Notice. It covers: a timeline and overview of Russia sanctions adopted by the EU... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Document reveals why Canada arms Saudi Arabia – media
An analysis by Global Affairs Canada argues that Saudi Arabia is the “principal guarantor” of affordable oil for Western countries, as well as an important market for Canadian... more
2 years ago
Taiwan braces for ‘total blockade’ – media
Defense spending this year must focus on the blockade threat, earmarking funds to stockpile spare parts for F-16 fighter jets and other weaponry, the Taiwanese Defense Ministry said... more
2 years ago
Biden administration lets Ukrainians who fled war stay in US
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration is allowing thousands of Ukrainians who fled their homeland when Russia invaded a year ago to stay in the United States longer,... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
Joint ministerial statement on Commonwealth Day
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
SEC Brings Cyber Disclosure Enforcement Action
On March 9, 2023, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission announced settled administrative charges against Blackbaud Inc. Continue Reading... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Ukraine war latest: Fierce fighting rages over central Bakhmut as Russia’s Wagner mercenaries storm into the ruined city
Key developments on March 13:  Fierce fighting rages over central Bakhmut as Russia’s Wagner mercenaries try to break through Ukrainian defenses in the ruined city, Colonel General Oleksandr... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
The Army keeps getting smaller
The Army’s end strength continues to decrease under its most recent budget request. The service unveiled its part of President Joe Biden’s overall defense budget request to Congress... more
2 years ago
.Military Times
UN removes 2 from Iraq sanctions
The UN Security Council 1518 Sanctions Committee (Iraq sanctions) has de-listed former Iraqi government minister Humam Abd al-Khaliq Abd al-Ghafur and former Republican Guard Chief of Staff Ayad... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
US / Russia sanctions ‘evasion brokers’
According to Andrew Adams, the group has focused on identifying those who are helping Russians to avoid sanctions and export controls. “I think it can be quite effective... more
2 years ago
Pfizer strikes $43bn deal for cancer drug innovator Seagen
The pharmaceutical giant says it will pay $229 in cash for each share of Seagen.... more
2 years ago
Kremlin critic Kara-Murza goes on trial for treason
Russia on Monday began the closed-door trial of jailed opposition activist Vladimir Kara-Murza, who faces up to two decades in prison on treason charges for comments critical of... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
With Biden visit to Canada, U.S. will seek commitment on leading a Haiti security force
Biden administration officials are pressing their Canadian counterparts to make a decision on whether Ottawa will lead a multinational force into Haiti to assist the crisis-racked Caribbean nation... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
Guidance: Consolidated budgeting guidance 2023 to 2024
This document contains the 2023 to 2024 guidance for government departments on the budgeting framework that applies for expenditure control... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
UN investigators slam sluggish help for Syria quake victims
Panel says the UN, the Syrian government and others are responsible for delays in getting emergency aid to Syrians.... more
2 years ago
Canada’s spies and the hypocrites who adore them
Did China interfere in Canada's elections? We don't know. But journalists must not rely on friendly leaks for the truth.... more
2 years ago
News story: Government and Bank of England facilitate sale of Silicon Valley Bank UK
Silicon Valley Bank (UK) Ltd has today been sold to HSBC... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Parliamentary Secretary Oliphant to attend Commonwealth Week in United Kingdom
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced today that the Honourable Robert Oliphant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, will attend Commonwealth Week events... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
News story: Chancellor update on Silicon Valley Bank UK
An update from Chancellor Jeremy Hunt on Silicon Valley Bank UK... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Huge crowds rally against Israel’s judicial changes for 10th week
Hundreds of thousands of people have rallied in cities across Israel for a 10th consecutive week, protesting against plans by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s far-right government to curb... more
2 years ago
EU publishes Russia sanctions FAQ on Russian Maritime Register of Shipping transactions
The European Commission has added to its Russian sanctions FAQs on state-owned enterprises. The new FAQ 13 reads: “Does Article 5aa prohibit transactions with the Russian Maritime Register... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
France faces another day of nationwide protests against Macron's pension plans
France faced a seventh day of demonstrations on Saturday against President Emmanuel Macron's unpopular pension reform plans amid ongoing rolling strikes which have affected refineries, public transport and... more
2 years ago
x.JT
FATF updates beneficial ownership guidance
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) yesterday published updated guidance on the beneficial ownership of legal persons to reflect the stricter global beneficial ownership standards that were agreed... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
EU / TikTok banned from government devices
The ban will be imposed next week and reevaluated after six months, De Croo said in a statement. Government employees will be allowed to use the app on... more
2 years ago
Utah Legislature Passes Bills Restricting Social Media Accounts for Minors
On March 1-3, 2023, the Utah legislature passed a series of bills, SB 152 and HB 311, regarding social media usage for minors. Continue Reading... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Key Takeaways from the US National Cybersecurity Strategy
Last week, the White House released its much-awaited National Cybersecurity Strategy (the Strategy), which highlights the Administration’s cybersecurity policy development over the past two years and outlines critical... more
2 years ago
BIS, DOJ, and OFAC Publish Compliance Note Warning Public of Russian Evasions of Export Controls and Sanctions
On March 2, 2023, the US Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (“BIS”), the US Department of Justice (“DOJ”), and the US Treasury Department’s Office of... more
2 years ago
Canada-Norway joint statement on bilateral cooperation
“Today, Canada and Norway reaffirm our excellent relations, which are anchored by our common values and commitment to the rule of law and the rules-based international order."... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
US authorises seizure of Rosneft Boeing aircraft
The DOJ has announced the unsealing of a warrant for the seizure of a US-manufactured Boeing 737-7JU aircraft worth $25 million and owned by Russian energy company PJSC... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Blog Series: Sanctions Enforcement Around the G7, The UK Perspective
The G7 announced the creation of a new Enforcement Coordination Mechanism “to bolster compliance and enforcement of our measures and deny Russia the benefit of G7 economies” on... more
2 years ago
French lawyers challenge the EU’s Russia sanctions ban on legal advisory services
On 23 December 2022, Avocats Ensemble (ACE), which represents the French business bar, filed an application for the annulment of the EU’s ban on the provision of legal... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Guidance: Financial sanctions, Iraq
Iraq is currently subject to UK financial sanctions. This document contains the current list of designated persons.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Financial sanctions, Iraq
Iraq is currently subject to UK financial sanctions. This document contains the current list of designated persons.... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Minister Ng leads Canada's first women's trade mission to the United Kingdom  
March 10, 2023 – The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, will lead a Women’s Trade Mission to the United... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
‘Wolf of Wall Street’ financier sentenced for embezzlement
The verdict follows Ng’s initial conviction back in April last year, when he was found guilty of helping Tim Leissner, his former boss at Goldman Sachs, drain money... more
2 years ago
China’s neighbors seek expanded partnerships with US to deter, defend
The Pentagon’s efforts to improve U.S. force posture in the Pacific have yielded a flurry of major agreements, with allies motivated by China's behavior. The Chinese Coast Guard... more
2 years ago
Defense News
UK: New Data Protection and Digital Information Bill
On 8 March 2023, the UK Government published its Data Protection and Digital Information (No.2) Bill. This is the second version of the Bill published by the UK... more
2 years ago
Turmoil in Israel, trepidation in Palestine
As they work to unleash greater violence on the Palestinians, its rulers are turning Israel into a fascist garrison. Israeli headlines read like guidelines for future autocracy, with the... more
2 years ago
Owners of sanctioned Russian bank to offload stakes – FT
According to the report, Fridman and Aven currently own 45% of the bank via a Luxembourg-based holding company that controls the lender’s Cyprus-based parent company ABH Financial Limited.... more
2 years ago
US / Warrant for seizure of Russian corporate jet
The US Justice Department announced on Wednesday having obtained a warrant to seize a Boeing 737-7JU aircraft owned by Russian oil company Rosneft and worth approximately $25 million. ... more
2 years ago
Security Council 1518 Sanctions Committee Removes Two Entries from Its Sanctions List
On 9 March 2023, the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1518 (2003) removed the following entries from its Sanctions List of individuals and entities:... more
2 years ago
UN.org
Visit to Canada of the President and First Lady of the United States of America – Media Accreditation Process
Visit to Canada of the President and First Lady of the United States of America – Media Accreditation Process... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
TSA Announces New Cybersecurity Requirements for Airport and Aircraft Operators
On March 7, 2023, the Transportation Security Administration announced the issuance on an emergency basis of a cybersecurity amendment to the security programs of certain TSA-regulated airport and... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Malaysia’s ex-PM Muhyiddin Yassin charged with corruption
Malaysia’s former Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin has been charged with abuse of power and money laundering in connection with the awarding of government contracts during the COVID-19 pandemic.... more
2 years ago
Government response: Statement of Endorsement: Ajay Banga
The UK has announced its support of Ajay Banga for World Bank Group President.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Judge extends pretrial detention for Peru’s ex-President Castillo
A judge in Peru has lengthened the duration of former President Pedro Castillo‘s pre-trial detention from 18 months to 36, as the disgraced head of state faces charges... more
2 years ago
Minister Joly and Norwegian Foreign Affairs Minister Huitfeldt to discuss pluralism, peace and security
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Her Excellency Anniken Huitfeldt, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Norway, will be discussing opportunities for advancing peace and multilateralism... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
News story: United Kingdom helps freeze more than £48 billion in Russian assets
The United Kingdom and its allies have re-affirmed their joint commitment to enforce sanctions on Russia.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Correspondence: Russian Elites, Proxies and Oligarchs Task Force: statement and advisory
A statement and global advisory from the ministerial meeting of the Russian Elites, Proxies and Oligarchs Task Force on 9 March 2023.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
AU / Banks to pay $4.7 billion in compensation to customers (AMP, ANZ, CBA, Macquarie, NAB and Westpac)
ASIC has announced six of Australia's largest banking and financial services institutions have paid or offered to pay a total of $4.7 billion in compensation to customers who... more
2 years ago
xx.brokernews
CPPA Board Discusses Agency’s Top Priorities and the Status of CPRA Rulemaking Process
On March 3, 2023, the California Privacy Protection Agency Board held a public meeting regarding the Agency’s priorities, budget, the status of the California Privacy Rights Act of... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Minister Joly to welcome Norway’s Minister of Foreign Affairs 
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will welcome Anniken Huitfeldt, Norway’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, to Ottawa, Ontario, from March 9 to... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada police probe allege there are Chinese 'police stations' in Montreal
Police in Canada said on Thursday they are investigating allegations that two Montreal-area centers are being used as Chinese state-backed "police stations" to intimidate or harass Canadians of... more
2 years ago
x.JT
NATO chief in new drive to bring Finland, Sweden in
NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg is spearheading a new drive this week to see Finland and Sweden become members of the world’s biggest military organization by the time U.S.... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Saudi Arabia asks US for nuclear help, stoking fears of Iran arms race
Saudi Arabia is reportedly asking for US help to develop its civilian nuclear programme, raising fears that the kingdom may seek to develop a nuclear weapon and accelerate... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
Crackdown on SNP ministers using meetings with foreign governments to promote independence
The Foreign Secretary is to order a crackdown on SNP ministers exceeding their powers by using meetings with overseas governments to promote Scottish independence and attack Brexit. The... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
DRC sanctions – EU annuls 2 listings & upholds 6
The EU General Court yesterday annulled the 2021 designations of Emmanuel Ramazani Shadary and Kalev Mutondo on the EU’s DRC sanctions regime. Cases T?93/22 and T?94/22. Both were... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Transparency data: BEIS Government Major Projects Portfolio: accounting officer assessments
Accounting officer assessment summaries for the BEIS programmes and projects in the Government Major Project Portfolio.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Twitter Files expose ‘censorship-industrial complex’ – journalist
Matt Taibbi presented the US Congress with evidence of corporate, NGO and government collusion: Social media platforms colluded with non-governmental organizations and the US government to suppress information... more
2 years ago
Speech: Speech by the Economic Secretary Andrew Griffith MP, at a FIX trading conference
Speech by the Economic Secretary announcing Rachel Kent as chair of key Edinburgh Reforms’ Research and Investment Review... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Biden Unexpectedly Stops By to Meet Once Famed Putin Whisperer
(Bloomberg) -- US President Joe Biden dropped into a meeting at the last minute in the White House to see a man all of Washington wants an audience... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
Inside Indo-Pacific Command’s $87 billion wish list to deter China
WASHINGTON ― U.S. Indo-Pacific Command has outlined new spending requirements to boost deterrence against China, including billions of dollars in new weapons, new construction and closer military-to-military collaboration... more
2 years ago
.Military Times
Former Ohio House speaker convicted in $60M bribery scheme
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Former state House Speaker Larry Householder and former Ohio Republican Party Chair Matt Borges were convicted Thursday in a $60 million bribery scheme that... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
Europe dissolves Iran trade system that never took off
BERLIN (AP) — European countries said Thursday that they have decided to dissolve a system conceived in 2019 to enable trade with Iran and protect companies doing business... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
Ex-Goldman Sachs banker Roger Ng gets 10-year sentence for fraud
A former Goldman Sachs banker was sentenced Thursday to 10 years in prison for his role in looting a Malaysian sovereign wealth fund of billions of dollars used... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
US applies sanctions over Iran shadow banking, drone network
WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States on Thursday announced more sanctions against people and firms associated with Iran and with what it said was an illicit banking network... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
EU annuls listing of Yevgeniy Prigozhin’s mother on Russia sanctions list
The General Court of the EU yesterday annulled the February 2022 acts including Violetta Prigozhina on the EU’s Russia sanctions list. Case T-212/22 Prigozhina v Council (8.03.2023). Press... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Top crypto exchange bans dollar and euro transfers for Russians
The company attributed the decision to the latest round of Western sanctions against Russia, saying that transactions in dollars and euros will be unavailable to any individuals residing... more
2 years ago
Russia takes East Bakhmut
Ukrainian troops eased out of their most precarious defences in Bakhmut. Russian President Vladimir Putin has set the conquest of the eastern provinces of Luhansk and Donetsk, known... more
2 years ago
US Congress health data hacked: For sale on dark web
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries also learned from the agency that the data is now being offered for sale on the dark web.  ... more
2 years ago
Malaysia asked to reopen MH370 probe after claims of new evidence
The Boeing 777 was en route from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Beijing with 239 passengers on board on March 8, 2014, when it vanished from the grid... more
2 years ago
EU court finds that the EU Syria sanctions listing was unjustified and breached fundamental principles of EU law; Nizar al-Assaad v Council
The General Court gave judgment yesterday in a case in which the EU Council did an about-turn in a targeted sanctions case; having stated for 10 years that... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Policy paper: Terms of reference for the independent review of university spin-outs
Terms of reference for the independent review of university spin-outs to identify best practice in turning university research into commercial success.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Press release: University and investor experts to head up review of UK spin-out landscape
Experts appointed to identify best practice in turning university research into commercial success.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
EU-RU / 4 bankers accused of helping Putin launder $50M via Switzerland
A cellist is accused of helping Vladimir Putin channel $50 million into Swiss accounts. 4 bankers are also accused of not having checked the real source of the... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
News story: New chair appointed to drive forward Edinburgh Reforms' investment research review
A new chair has been tasked to lead a wide-ranging review into the UK’s research and investment landscape - which helps attract some of the largest companies in... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Research: Homelessness management information - Ukrainian nationals: England
Management information on homelessness duties owed to Ukrainian nationals - for England, by lower tier local authority.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
45/2023 : 9 March 2023 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-680/21
Royal Antwerp Football Club Freedom of movement for persons Football: according to Advocate General Szpunar the UEFA rules on home-grown players are partially incompatible with EU law... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
Policy paper: Investment Research Review
The Investment Research Review was announced by the Chancellor on 9 December 2022 as part of the Edinburgh Reforms to drive growth and competitiveness in the financial services... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
44/2023 : 9 March 2023 - Judgments of the Court of Justice in Cases C-682/20 P, C-690/20 P, C-693/20 P
Les Mousquetaires and ITM Entreprises v Commission Competition The Court sets aside in part the judgments of the General Court and, consequently, annuls the decisions of the Commission... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
Pentagon blocking information on alleged war crimes in Ukraine – NYT
Pentagon chiefs reportedly blocking Washington from sharing evidence of alleged war crimes in Ukraine with the International Criminal Court. The US Department of Defense is reportedly at odds... more
2 years ago
Security Council decides to Extend Mandate of Sudan Sanctions Panel of Experts, Adopting Resolution 2676 (2023)
The Security Council voted today to extend through 12 March 2024 the mandate of the Panel of Experts charged with assisting its Sudan sanctions committee, while also expressing... more
2 years ago
UN.org
CEO of Major Defense Contractor Frank Rafaraci Charged with Bribery
The chief executive officer (CEO) of Company 1, a multi-national corporation headquartered in Malta and with operations in the United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates, Singapore, and the United... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Former Goldman Sachs Investment Banker Sentenced in $2.7B Bribery and Money Laundering Scheme
A former managing director of The Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (Goldman Sachs) was sentenced today to 10 years in prison for his role in a multibillion-dollar bribery and... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
UK Introduces Data Protection and Digital Information (No. 2) Bill
On March 8, 2023, the UK Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, Michelle Donelan, introduced the Data Protection and Digital Information (No. 2) Bill to UK... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Ministerial Statement on the Situation for Women and Girls in Afghanistan on International Women’s Day
The following is a statement from the Foreign Ministers of Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Netherlands, New Zealand,... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
ASIC launches legal action against business lenders
  ASIC has launched court proceedings against two business lending specialists, Green County Pty Ltd and Max Funding Pty Ltd, alleging they issued personal loans without being licensed... more
2 years ago
xx.brokernews
Full Tucker Carlson video: White House slams Fox News host Carlson over Jan 6 segment
Carlson has been criticised for TV segment that used cherry-picked video to portray US Capitol rioters as peaceful.... more
2 years ago
Australia to buy as many as five nuclear subs from United States
Submarines are part of the AUKUS pact with the UK, which may also jointly develop a vessel with Australia.... more
2 years ago
US issues warrant for $25m aeroplane owned by Russian Rosneft: Boeing 737-7JU
The United States government has requested and obtained a warrant to seize a Russian aircraft valued at $25m, according to a statement released on Wednesday. The US-made plane,... more
2 years ago
Backgrounder: Minister Sajjan announces $157.6 million in development and humanitarian funding as he concludes visits to Bangladesh, the Philippines and Qatar
While in Bangladesh, Minister Sajjan met with Abul Kalam Abdul Momen, Minister of Foreign Affairs. In this meeting, he underlined Canada’s commitment to deepening its engagement in the... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Sajjan announces $157.6 million in funding as he concludes visits to Bangladesh, the Philippines and Qatar
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada announced $157.6 million in funding as he concluded... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Okinawa governor wants more power to prosecute US troops
A recent controversy has called into question the agreement that decides who prosecutes U.S. troops in Japan.... more
2 years ago
.Military Times
House votes down Gaetz bill to withdraw troops from Syria
The House rejected Matt Gaetz's war powers resolutions to pull 900 U.S. troops from Syria days after a visit from Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Mark Milley.... more
2 years ago
.Military Times
Media Freedom Coalition statement: International Women’s Day 2023
As the world celebrates International Women’s Day 2023, the undersigned members of the Media Freedom Coalition call attention to the safety of women journalists and media workers. Women... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
CIPL Files Comments on Civil Rights Implications of Commercial Data Practices
On March 6, 2023 the Centre for Information Policy Leadership at Hunton Andrews Kurth filed a response to the National Telecommunications and Information Administration’s request for comment on... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
UK lists 4 people & 1 entity involved in gender-based violence
To mark International Women’s Day, the UK has listed 4 people and 1 entity said to be involved in gender-based violence under its Iran, Syria, South Sudan and... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
International Women’s Day statement by ministers Joly, Sajjan and Ng  
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs; the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada;... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Open consultation: Thematic Review of Non-investment Asset Valuation for Financial Reporting Purposes – Consultation Paper
This Consultation Paper is to consult on changes that will affect Financial Reporting Manual (FReM) adaptations and interpretations of International Accounting Standard 16 Property Plant and Equipment (IAS... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
US charges 2 for unlawful exporting of avionics to Russia
On 2 March 2023, US authorities arrested Cyril (Kirill) Gregory Buyanovsky and Douglas Robertson on charges relating to the circumvention of US export laws, including conspiracy to commit... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Iran-related Designations; Russia-related Designation Removal; Ukraine-related Designation Removal
OFAC has updated its SDN and SSI Lists. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Lawmakers revisit ‘breakdown’ of Afghanistan evacuations
House lawmakers reexamined shortfalls from the chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan.... more
2 years ago
.Military Times
Opposition besieges Georgian parliament
Thousands of demonstrators surrounded the legislature in Tbilisi in protest against the “foreign agents” law Read Full Article at RT.com... more
2 years ago
Switzerland clarifies stance on military aid to Ukraine
Switzerland won’t break its constitutional neutrality to assist in the supply of military aid to Ukraine, its president has said Read Full Article at RT.com... more
2 years ago
US imposes new Iran sanctions relating to violence against women
U.S. officials have unveiled the latest round of sanctions on Iran over its government’s violence toward women and girls amid the anti-regime protests happening around the country. In... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
Nord Stream attack: Leaked US intel. suggests pro-Ukrainian group behind sabotage + Corruption Ledger #RealityCheck
The new intelligence reviewed by US officials suggested the perpetrators behind the sabotage were “opponents of President Vladimir V Putin of Russia”, the Times reported, but did not... more
2 years ago
Financial sanctions, Syria
Syria is currently subject to UK financial sanctions.This document provides a current list of designated persons.... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Guidance: Financial sanctions, Syria
Syria is currently subject to UK financial sanctions.This document provides a current list of designated persons.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Financial sanctions, South Sudan
South Sudan is currently subject to UK financial sanctions. This document provides a current list of designated persons.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Financial sanctions, South Sudan
South Sudan is currently subject to UK financial sanctions. This document provides a current list of designated persons.... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Guidance: Financial sanctions, Central African Republic
The Central African Republic is currently subject to UK financial sanctions. This document provides a current list of designated persons.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Financial sanctions, Central African Republic
The Central African Republic is currently subject to UK financial sanctions. This document provides a current list of designated persons.... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Focus by US, EU, UK and other authorities on third countries and anti-circumvention of Russia sanctions
In recent weeks, there have been a number of noteworthy developments highlighting the increasing focus that US, EU, UK and other governments are placing on the potential circumvention... more
2 years ago
43/2023 : 8 March 2023 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-212/22
Prigozhina v Council External relations The General Court annuls the restrictive measures applied to Ms Violetta Prigozhina, mother of Mr Yevgeniy Prigozhin, in the context of Russia’s war against Ukraine... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
OFSI updates guidance on maritime services ban and price cap
OFSI has issued updated guidance on the UK maritime services prohibition and price cap. The guidance has been updated to: reflect the price cap on refined Russian oil... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
PI and EFF's comments on the draft UN Cybercrime treaty (Chapter on International Cooperation)
2 years ago
Privacy International News Feed
India tightens control of crypto
India has imposed money-laundering regulations on trade in cryptocurrencies, according to a government release published on Tuesday, in the latest step to tighten control of the sector. A... more
2 years ago
Former U.S. Congressional Candidate Pleads Guilty in Conduit Campaign Contribution Case
Lynda Bennett, 65, of Maggie Valley, North Carolina, was a primary candidate for North Carolina’s 11th Congressional District in 2020. In late December 2019, Bennett borrowed $25,000 from... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Minister Ng attends Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada Annual Convention
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, attended the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) Annual Convention to... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly announces new multifaceted support for Ukraine
Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and minister of Foreign Affairs Mélanie Joly announced new multifaceted support for Ukraine to help address its critical energy and security needs as... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada welcomes announcement between Japan and the Republic of Korea
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today made the following statement welcoming an announcement between Japan and the Republic of Korea (ROK) in addressing a longstanding... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Irish Data Protection Commission Publishes Annual Report for 2022
On March 7, 2023, the Irish Data Protection Commission published its Annual Report for 2022. Continue Reading... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
NCUA Board Approves Cyber Incident Reporting Requirement for Credit Unions
On February 16, 2023, the National Credit Union Administration Board unanimously approved a final rule requiring federally insured credit unions to notify the NCUA as soon as possible,... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Navy veteran convicted of obstruction in Capitol riot
A military veteran accused of telling an undercover FBI agent about a plan to “wipe out” the nation’s Jewish population was convicted on Tuesday of storming the U.S.... more
2 years ago
.Military Times
Financial sanctions, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Democratic Republic of the Congo is currently subject to UK financial sanctions. This document provides a current list of designated persons.... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Guidance: Financial sanctions, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Democratic Republic of the Congo is currently subject to UK financial sanctions. This document provides a current list of designated persons.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions
DOJ hiring 25 new prosecutors to enforce sanctions
US Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco said last week that the DOJ is hiring 25 new prosecutors who will investigate and prosecute sanctions evasion, export control violations and... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
U.S., U.K., Australia big announcement coming next week re. nuclear-powered subs fleet, but technology co-operation in focus today
Britain and Australia fear that their nuclear-submarine and technology pact with the United States could be hindered by Washington's export bureaucracy.... more
2 years ago
.Military Times
Viktor Rashnikov-linked villa seized by French authorities
French authorities have seized a €23 million villa in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, France, that is suspected of being owned by EU-sanctioned Viktor Rashnikov, according to a report by Le Monde.... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
OFAC concludes investigation into Metro Bank without penalty
In its Results for Year ended 31 December 2022, Metro Bank plc has disclosed that OFAC has concluded an investigation into potential sanctions breaches by the bank and... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
EU: Final version of the EDPB-Guidelines 05/2021 on the Interplay between the application of Art. 3 and the provisions on international transfers as per Chapter V of the GDPR
Authors: Andreas Rüdiger, Philipp Adelberg  On 14 February 2023, the European Data Protection Board (“EDPB”) published the updated and final version of its Guidelines 05/2021 on the Interplay... more
2 years ago
SINGAPORE: First decision on the Legitimate Interest Exception under the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) issued
Authors: Carolyn Bigg and Yue Lin Lee Singapore’s Personal Data Protection Commission (“PDPC”) has issued its first decision on the Legitimate Interests Exception under the PDPA. While the... more
2 years ago
China blames Ukraine crisis on ‘invisible hand’; U.S. intrusion into Taiwan is "red line"
At wide-ranging press conference, Foreign Minister Qin Gang also describes Taiwan as a 'red line' in relations with US.... more
2 years ago
Lawmakers paint dire picture of Britain running out of weapons
  LONDON — Britain’s Ministry of Defence must rapidly grow local industrial capacity in order speed rebuilding weapon stockpiles, the parliamentary Defence Committee says in a report to... more
2 years ago
Defense News
Gazprombank Switzerland employees charged in connection with Sergei Roldugin accounts
Swiss prosecutors are reported to have charged 4 employees of Gazprombank’s Swiss subsidiary, including its chief executive Roman Abdulin, in connection with the opening of bank accounts in... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Leaked documents reveal Homeland Security domestic spying – Politico
The “Overt Human Intelligence Collection Program” (OHIC) has been in existence since at least 2016, according to Politico, which did not disclose how it obtained the documents.  Run... more
2 years ago
Joint statement on successful conclusion of historic treaty to protect marine biodiversity beyond national jurisdiction
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs; the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change; and the Honourable Joyce Murray, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Belgium: Belgian data protection authority clarifies the public interest legal basis in the context of decision on a vehicle tracking system
Authors:  Heidi Waem and Simon Verschaeve On 21 February 2023, the Litigation Chamber of the Belgian Data Protection Authority ruled on a case relating to the lawfulness of... more
2 years ago
Double the Challenger tanks for Ukraine? British MOD says no
LONDON — Britain is to double the number of main battle tanks it is sending to bolster the Ukrainian defenses, the country’s ambassador in London said in a... more
2 years ago
Defense News
EU court suspends parts of EU sanctions on Nikita Mazepin until full hearing
The General Court of the EU has for the first time suspended the effect of EU targeted sanctions on an individual pending the main hearing of the case... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Russia bans Transparency International
The Prosecutor General’s Office has declared Transparency International unwelcome in Russia, describing the Berlin-based organization on Monday as going beyond its mandate to interfere into the country’s internal... more
2 years ago
EDPB Welcomes Improvements in the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework, but Challenges Remain
Authors: Jim Sullivan, John Magee, Rachel De Souza & Christopher Connell The European Data Protection Board (“EDPB” or the “Board”) on 28 February 2023, released its non-binding opinion... more
2 years ago
Inquest Highlights Abuses in Canada’s Immigration Detention
Click to expand Image Central East Correctional Centre in Kawartha Lakes, Ontario, February 10, 2021.  © 2021 Kawartha 411 A coroner’s inquest into the 2015 death of Abdurahman... more
2 years ago
Ukraine to keep troops besieged in key city – Zelensky’s office
The office of Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky has said senior military commanders have agreed to hold onto Artyomovsk – a key Donbass city – after German media outlets... more
2 years ago
Thousands of Aussies trapped in mortgage prison
The number of people at risk of becoming mortgage prisoners in Australia has jumped by 42% since the Reserve Bank started lifting the cash rate, with NSW households... more
2 years ago
xx.brokernews
FTC Sends Nearly $2.4 Million to Raging Bull Customers After the Company Agrees to Settle Charges of Bogus Earnings Claims
The FTC sued Raging Bull and its owners in December 2020 as part of Operation Income Illusion, a nationwide law enforcement effort targeting deceptive income claims. The FTC... more
2 years ago
FTC
Taiwan warns China’s military may make ‘sudden entry’
Defence minister says Taiwan prepared to 'fire the first shot' if Chinese forces enter its territorial space.... more
2 years ago
RU / Russia and Cuba working to counter US sanctions – ambassador
“The introduction of independent settlement mechanisms is being successfully carried out, which will help protect cooperation with Cuba from the negative impact of the US trade, economic and... more
2 years ago
Court Finds Gross Negligence, Orders Oil Company to Pay United States and State of California $65 Million
The United States and California filed the suit alleging that HVI Cat Canyon, which previously owned and operated multiple oil and gas production facilities in Santa Barbara County,... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Syrian state media: Israeli strike damaged Aleppo airport
DAMASCUS (AP) — An Israeli airstrike hit the Aleppo airport early Tuesday and put it out of service, Syrian state media reported. Citing a military source, the state... more
2 years ago
x.Yahoo
Brazil orders police probe into Bolsonaro jewellery scandal
A news outlet reported that jewels worth more than $3m were discovered in the backpack of a former aide in October 2021.... more
2 years ago
Civilians flee embattled Ukrainian town of Bakhmut
Pressure from Russian forces mounted Saturday on Ukrainians hunkered down in Bakhmut, as residents attempted to flee with help from troops who Western analysts say may be preparing…... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Israelis rally again to protest government’s judicial overhaul
Tens of thousands rally for the ninth straight week against government plan to overhaul court system.... more
2 years ago
US reaches settlement agreements with 3D Systems Corporation over export violations
South Carolina-based 3D Systems Corporation has reached separate settlement agreements with the US Department of Justice, State Department and BIS to resolve allegations that it violated US export... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Schoolgirls in Iran hospitalised after suspected poisonings
Dozens of schoolgirls admitted to hospital across several Iranian provinces, according to local media reports.... more
2 years ago
Rockwool under investigation in Denmark for Russia-related business
The Danish Business Authority is reported to be examining the Russia-related business activities of Rockwool, an insulation manufacturer, with regard to EU sanctions on Russia. See GIR report... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Japan resumes imports of Russian oil – data
Japan has resumed imports of Russian oil after an eight-month hiatus in deliveries, S&P Global Platts reported this week, citing the country’s ministry of economics, trade and industry.... more
2 years ago
EU offers Russian banks alternatives to SWIFT – media
According to the report, the alternatives encompass “non-specialized financial messaging services” such as phone, fax, or email. Banks that are not on the EU sanctions list can use... more
2 years ago
New United States Attorneys’ Offices Voluntary Self-disclosure Policy may Affect Handling of Criminal Sanctions Matters
On 22 February 2023, the US Department of Justice (DOJ) announced a new voluntary self-disclosure policy for corporate criminal enforcement in all United States Attorneys’ Offices (USAOs) around the... more
2 years ago
House Energy & Commerce Subcommittee Holds Hearing on U.S. Privacy Law
On March 1, 2023, the U.S. House of Representatives Innovation, Data and Commerce Subcommittee of the Energy and Commerce Committee held a hearing to restart the discussion on... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Indian tobacco company to pay $332k for apparent violations of US sanctions on North Korea
OFAC has reached a $332,500 settlement with Godfrey Phillips India Limited (GPI), a Mumbai-registered tobacco company, concerning 5 apparent violations of the North Korea Sanctions Regulations. Enforcement Release... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Bill to Amend the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act Introduced to Congress
On February 24, 2023, Representative Patrick T. McHenry of North Carolina introduced a bill proposing the creation of the Data Privacy Act of 2023. Continue Reading... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
HHS Announces New Divisions to Address Weighty Case Load
On February 27, 2023, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced that its law enforcement agency – the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) – will reorganize,... more
2 years ago
US compliance note on Russia sanctions / export control evasion
OFAC, BIS and the DOJ have published a Compliance Note on ‘cracking down on third-party intermediaries used to evade Russia-related sanctions and export controls’. Notice & Press Release.... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Global Magnitsky Designations; Russia-related Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Australia: Cyber security round-up – new Cyber Security Strategy, data breach stats and more
Author: Sarah Birkett Cyber Security Strategy discussion paper launched This week saw the launch of a discussion paper for the Australian Government’s 2023-2030 Australian Cyber Security Strategy. The... more
2 years ago
Official Statistics: European Union Finances Statement 2022: Statement on the implementation of the Withdrawal and Trade and Cooperation Agreements
This European Union Finances Statement (EUFS) is the 42nd in the series. The focus of this Statement is on the implementation of the Withdrawal Agreement (WA) and the... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
42/2023 : 3 March 2023 - Information
Judicial statistics 2022: proceedings marked by the major issues facing today’s world (the rule of law, the environment, the protection of privacy in the digital era and so... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
Research: UK official holdings of international reserves: February 2023
This release details movements in the international reserves of gold and assets held by the UK Government.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
White House Releases National Cybersecurity Strategy
On March 2, 2023, the Biden-Harris Administration announced the release of the National Cybersecurity Strategy. Continue Reading... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Australia vows to protect US nuclear ‘crown jewels’
Australia has insisted it will keep US nuclear propulsion technology under tight lock and key after it gains access to sensitive information, with Canberra’s envoy to Washington pledging... more
2 years ago
doTERRA International LLC: Permanent Injunctions and Civil Penalties against Distributors of Essential Oils and Nutritional Supplements
The Justice Department, together with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), today announced the entry of stipulated orders for permanent injunction and civil penalty judgments against three distributors in... more
2 years ago
Justice Department Sues Jacksonville, North Carolina-based Goines Towing Company For Violating Rights of Servicemembers
The Justice Department today filed a lawsuit in the Eastern District of North Carolina alleging that Billy Joe Goines, the owner and operator of Goines Towing & Recovery... more
2 years ago
Florida’s Lakeland Regional Medical Center Agrees to Pay $4 Million to Settle Common Law Allegations for Impermissible Medicaid Donations
Lakeland Regional Medical Center (LRMC) in Lakeland, Florida, has agreed to pay the United States $4 million to resolve allegations that it made donations to a local unit... more
2 years ago
U.S. Chamber of Commerce to Hold Discussion on President Biden’s National Cybersecurity Strategy
On March 3, 2023, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Cybersecurity Working Group will hold a virtual meeting to discuss President Biden’s National Cybersecurity Strategy announced on March 2,... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Revised Colorado Privacy Act Rules Adopted for Review by Colorado AG
On February 28, 2023, the Colorado Office of the Attorney General announced that revised draft Colorado Privacy Act rules were adopted for review by the Colorado Attorney General... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Security Council 1533 Sanctions Committee Amends One Entry on Its Sanctions List
On 1 March 2023, the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1533 (2004) enacted the amendments, specified with strikethrough and/or underline, in the entry below on its... more
2 years ago
UN.org
New York Taxpayers Foot Bill for Abusive Police
Click to expand Image New York City police detain a legal observer during a peaceful protest in Mott Haven on June 4, 2020. © 2020 C.S. Muncy In... more
2 years ago
Publication of Tri-Seal Compliance Note: Cracking Down on Third-Party Intermediaries Used to Evade Russia-Related Sanctions and Export Controls
Today, the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), and the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
US issues more Iran sanctions, targets oil and petrochemical sales; Meanwhile, Iran accuses U.S. of showing “bad faith” in prisoner swap talks
The United States has imposed a new round of Iran sanctions, targeting the country’s oil and petrochemical sales, as diplomacy between Washington and Tehran continues to stall. The... more
2 years ago
US Justice Dept says it wants execs to foot bill for corporate misconduct: Will this actually happen?
It's less radical than it sounds. The DOJ isn't looking to REQUIRE such punishment. It proposes giving "discounts on fines for companies that seek to claw back compensation... more
2 years ago
EU – US adequacy decision: Update
Authors: Andreas Rüdiger, Philipp Adelberg The debate on transatlantic data transfers, a possible adequacy decision for the US and the EU-US Data Privacy Framework (“DPF“) is gaining new... more
2 years ago
EU mulls billions in funding to quicken artillery shell production
WASHINGTON — European Union leaders are expected to debate proposals this month for the bloc to get involved in buying 155mm artillery shells, as member states seek to... more
2 years ago
Defense News
Counter Narcotics and Iran-related Designations; Russia-related Designations Updates; Issuance of Iran-related General License and Guidance; Publication of Fraud Alert
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has published an Alert "Notice of Fraudulent Communications Requesting Payments involving OFAC" to make the public aware... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
EU Commission updates SWIFT & oil price cap FAQs
The European Commission has updated its Russia sanctions specialised financial messaging services FAQs (previously ‘SWIFT’ FAQs) by: updating the answer to FAQ 1, “What are the banks subject... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
OFAC issues guidance on the humanitarian exemption to UN asset freezes
Following OFAC’s December 2022 addition and amendment of several General Licences (GLs) to implement a humanitarian exemption to UN asset freezes (previous post), it has published a factsheet... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Russia travel advice
Latest FCDO travel advice for Russia including on entry requirements, safety and security and local laws and customs.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Department of Justice Initiatives Prioritize Economic Sanctions Enforcement
On March 2, 2023, the Department of Justice announced several new initiatives that prioritize the investigation and enforcement of economic sanctions evasion, export control violations, and similar economic... more
2 years ago
41/2023 : 2 March 2023 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-723/21
Stadt Frankfurt (Oder) and FWA Approximation of laws Drinking water policy: according to Advocate General Medina, Member States are obliged not to authorise a project that may cause... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
40/2023 : 2 March 2023 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-718/21
Krajowa Rada Sądownictwa (Maintien en fonctions d’un juge) Law governing the institutions Advocate General Athanasios Rantos doubts whether the mechanism whereby the KRS authorises Polish judges to continue... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
Open consultation: Aligning the ring-fencing and resolution regimes: Call for Evidence
This Call for Evidence seeks views on the practicalities of aligning the ring-fencing and resolution regimes for banks and long-term options for reform.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
39/2023 : 2 March 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-477/21
MÁV-START Daily rest is additional to weekly rest even when it directly precedes the latter... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
RT: Moscow issues warning of nuclear clash: Washington’s efforts add fuel
Western efforts to stoke the Ukraine conflict could lead to a direct military clash of nuclear powers, Moscow has warned.... more
2 years ago
38/2023 : 1 March 2023 - Judgments of the General Court in Cases T-480/20, T-540/20
Hengshi Egypt Fiberglass Fabrics and Jushi Egypt for Fiberglass Industry v Commission External relations A subsidy granted by China can be attributed to Egypt as the country of... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
Putin condemns ‘terrorist attack’ in Russia’s Bryansk Region targeting two settlements Thursday
Russian President Vladimir Putin has commented on a Ukrainian cross-border attack in Bryansk Region.... more
2 years ago
India top court orders probe into allegations against Adani Group
Court asks market regulator to investigate possible lapses in securities law or other regulatory disclosures by group.... more
2 years ago
What went wrong in Greece? All to know about deadly train crash
At least 46 people were killed when a passenger train collided head-on with a cargo train outside the city of Larissa.... more
2 years ago
U.S. seeking allies to back them on imposing sanctions on China over Ukraine? Reuters anonymous sources say so.
The United States is sounding out close allies about the possibility of imposing new sanctions on China if Beijing provides military support to Russia for its war in... more
2 years ago
x.JT
SpaceX launches U.S., Russian, UAE astronauts to space station
SpaceX launched four astronauts to the International Space Station for NASA on Thursday, including the first person from the Arab world going up for an extended months-long stay.... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson to plead guilty and pay over $206M for FCPA violations
Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson (Ericsson), a multinational telecommunications company headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, has agreed to plead guilty and pay a criminal penalty of more than $206 million after... more
2 years ago
U.S. approves selling Taiwan munitions worth $619 million
The U.S. has approved more arms sales to Taiwan, including $619 million worth of munitions for F-16 fighter jets, in a decision likely to be yet another point…... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Ukraine clings on in Bakhmut despite relentless Russian attacks
Russia believes a victory in the ruined eastern town would open a path to further advances in the Donetsk region.... more
2 years ago
Taiwan sees second Chinese air incursion as US agrees arms sale
Seventeen Chinese J-10 combat planes and four advanced Shenyang J-16 fighters entered Taiwan's air defence zone.... more
2 years ago
Syrians displaced by quakes fear cholera outbreak as cases surge
At least two people died in northwest Syria last month following a rise in cholera infections.... more
2 years ago
Settlement Agreement between the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control and Godfrey Phillips India, Ltd.
The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) today announced a $332,500 settlement with Godfrey Phillips India Limited ("GPI"). GPI, a Mumbai, India-registered tobacco... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
China, Belarus presidents call for Ukraine cease-fire, talks
The presidents of China and Belarus joined Wednesday in urging a cease-fire and negotiations to bring about a political settlement to the Ukraine conflict. The joint call came... more
2 years ago
x.JT
China "the U.S. to respect science and facts," dismisses FBI statement on COVID-19 lab leak theory
For the second day in a row, China on Wednesday dismissed U.S. suggestions that the COVID-19 pandemic may have been triggered by a virus that leaked from a... more
2 years ago
x.JT
TikTok sets new default time limits for minors
TikTok said Wednesday that every account held by a user under the age of 18 will have a default 60-minute daily screen time limit in the coming weeks.... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Eli Lilly plans to slash some insulin prices, expand cost cap
Eli Lilly will cut prices for some older insulins later this year and immediately expand a cap on costs insured patients pay to fill prescriptions. The moves announced... more
2 years ago
x.JT
North Korea Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
United Kingdom announces new sanctions against Russia
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled UK announces new package of sanctions against Russia and designates additional individuals/companies on 24 February 2023. Read the article via... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
United States government imposes new sanctions, export controls and tariffs targeting Russia and Belarus
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled US Government Imposes New Sanctions, Export Controls, and Tariffs Targeting Russia and Belarus to Mark One-Year Anniversary on 25 February... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Netherlands: Dutch government announces new EU sanctions measures against Russia and Belarus
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled Dutch government announces new EU sanctions measures against Russia and Belarus to enter into force on 24 February 2023 on... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Russian airlines surviving sanctions – Bloomberg
Sanctions on Russia’s aviation sector have resulted in a slight drop in flights, but the West is banned from Russian skies.... more
2 years ago
Understanding OFSI: An Introductory Webinar
... more
2 years ago
Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation
RT: US ‘doomsday plane’ flew to Europe
The US Navy’s air command post, the E-6B Mercury “doomsday plane,” has landed in Iceland during operations in the US European Command area.... more
2 years ago
Press release: Foreign Secretary in India to forge stronger economic and tech ties in Indo-Pacific
James Cleverly will launch an exchange scheme for young professionals and, at a foreign ministers' meeting, will urge G20 partners to tackle global challenges.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Citibank NA and American Express National Bank: DOJ Statements in Servicemembers Lawsuits Against Banks
The Justice Department announced today that it filed statements of interest in Espin et al. v. Citibank, N.A. and Padao v. American Express National Bank, two lawsuits currently... more
2 years ago
KanRus Trading Company Owners Arrested for Illegally Exporting Technology to Russia
Two Kansas men were arrested today on charges related to a years-long scheme to circumvent U.S. export laws that included the illegal export of aviation-related technology to Russia... more
2 years ago
CEO of Ontrak Inc. Publicly Traded Health Care Company Charged for Insider Trading Scheme
An indictment was unsealed today charging Terren S. Peizer, the CEO and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Ontrak Inc., a publicly traded health care company, for... more
2 years ago
EDPB issues its Opinion on the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework
On February 28, 2023, the European Data Protection Board issued its Opinion 5/2023 on the European Commission Draft Implementing Decision on the adequate protection of personal data under... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Canada Further Sanctions Iranian Regime: 12 Individuals Targeted
On February 27, 2023, Canada announced further amendments to the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations (the “Regulations”) in response to the “gross violations of human rights” by the... more
2 years ago
Sanctions Enforcement Around the G7: Intro to Blog Series and View from the United States
Last week, among the flurry of new sanctions announcements marking the one-year anniversary of Russia’s large-scale invasion of Ukraine, the G7 announced the creation of a new Enforcement... more
2 years ago
NATO chief: NATO Membership for Finland, Sweden 'top priority'
NATO membership for Finland and Sweden is “a top priority,” alliance chief Jens Stoltenberg said Tuesday, urging members Turkey and Hungary to urgently ratify the Nordic countries’ accession.... more
2 years ago
x.JT
China purging 'Western erroneous views' from legal education
China has ordered closer adherence to the dictates of the ruling Communist Party and leader Xi Jinping in legal education, demanding that schools “oppose and resist Western erroneous... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Daniel Langdon charged with 96 offenses related to child sexual assault
A 31-year-old Toronto man is facing 96 charges related to sexual assault of children in person as well as on social media platforms like Instagram, Snapchat and TikTok,... more
2 years ago
x.JT
UK government objects to Bill for seizure of frozen Russian state assets
The government objected to the Seizure of Russian State Assets and Support for Ukraine Bill in the House of Commons on Friday (24 February 2023). Notice & previous... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Parliamentary Secretary Sidhu engages business leaders in India on Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Maninder Sidhu, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, is in India to engage with business... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Counter Narcotics Designation and Designation Update
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Minister Joly to attend G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting and Raisina Dialogue in India
At the G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, the Minister will discuss India’s G20 agenda under the theme of “One Earth, One Family, One Future,” with a focus on accelerating... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
US seeks forfeiture of Vekselberg properties worth $75 million
The US Attorney General for the Southern District of New York last week filed a civil forfeiture complaint against 6 US properties beneficially owned by Viktor Vekselberg, worth... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
International: The British Virgin Islands, Russia, Costa Rica and Marshall Islands added to EU blacklist
In its efforts to continue to promote fair tax competition and address harmful tax practices, the European Council decided on 14 February 2023 to add the British Virgin... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Guidance: How public spending was calculated in your tax summary
A short explanation of how public spending was calculated and shown in your tax summary.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Putin orders tightening of Ukraine border as drones hit Russia
One drone crashed 100 km from Moscow on Tuesday, according to the regional governor.... more
2 years ago
Ukraine introduces three new sets of sanctions against persons contributing to the Russian aggression against Ukraine
Effective as of 28 February 2023, Ukraine introduced three sets of personal sanctions against 277 individuals and 92 legal entities in total.[1] The Decisions sanctioned the following persons:[2]... more
2 years ago
News story: New national hub for fintech to be launched at Leeds event
A national hub for fintech excellence will formally launch at an event in Leeds today, seeking to boost the sector’s growth and helping it to achieve truly global... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Data Protection Compensation Claims Webinar
Data protection compensation claims continue to manifest themselves. Understanding a data incident, and how to respond in an appropriate manner, is vital to combatting this growing threat. Judgments... more
2 years ago
National Statistics: Public Spending Statistics release: February 2023
The February 2023 national statistics public expenditure outturn release.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
37/2023 : 28 February 2023 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-695/20
Fenix International Taxation Online platforms and VAT collection: the Council did not exceed the limits of its implementing power in specifying that the operator of a platform, such... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
Japan announces further sanctions against Russia
On 25 February, 2023, Prime Minister Kishida, announced further sanctions against Russia. The new measures will include: Additionally, the Prime Minister mentioned that the Japanese government is considering... more
2 years ago
CHINA: Final China SCCs for CBDT published – What you need to know
Authors: Carolyn Bigg, Amanda Ge, Venus Cheung, and Gwyneth To Summary: The final version of the China SCCs has now been published, meaning those organisations that haven’t had... more
2 years ago
German debt skyrockets
Interest payments for German government debt have jumped tenfold since 2021, says Finance Minister Christian Lindner ... more
2 years ago
Canada Imposes Additional Sanctions Against Russia: 129 Individuals and 63 Entities Targeted
On February 24, 2023, Canada announced additional amendments to the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations (the “Regulations”) in response to individuals and entities “complicit in Russia’s ongoing war... more
2 years ago
RT: NATO is de facto at war with Russia – Kremlin
The NATO bloc is effectively at war with Russia, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said, citing nonstop Western arms and intelligence support.... more
2 years ago
Justice Department Alleges Public Health Endangerment Caused by Denka Performance Elastomer’s Carcinogenic Air Pollution
Today, on behalf of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and in coordination with the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Louisiana, the U.S. Department of... more
2 years ago
Recent Meetings of 751 Sanctions Committee Took Up Investigations into Al-Shabaab’s Finances, Weapons Smuggling between Somalia, Yemen, Chair Tells Security Council
The Security Council entity overseeing sanctions on Somalia recently met twice to consider issues including weapons smuggling between that country and Yemen and investigations into Al-Shabaab’s finances, its... more
2 years ago
UN.org
Canada announces funding in continuing response to humanitarian crisis in Yemen
Today, at the High-Level Pledging Event for the Humanitarian Situation in Yemen, which was convened by the UN, Sweden and Switzerland, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Guidance: Russian Oil Services ban
Guidance, General Licences and reporting forms in relation to the Russian Oil Services ban and price cap... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions
Russian Oil Services ban
Guidance, General Licences and reporting forms in relation to the Russian Oil Services ban and price cap... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Nord Stream blasts harmed Baltic wildlife – scientists
Researchers say the pipeline explosions stirred up chemical waste and threaten cod and porpoise populations. The destruction of Nord Stream 1 and 2 pipelines did not just cut... more
2 years ago
TikTok banned on all Canadian government mobile devices
Last week, Canada’s federal privacy watchdog and its provincial counterparts in British Columbia, Alberta and Quebec announced an investigation to delve into whether the app complies with Canadian... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Transparency data: HM Treasury group payment performance
Transparency data on invoice payment times.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Supplemental Guidance for the Provision of Humanitarian Assistance
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has issued a humanitarian assistance fact sheet, Supplemental Guidance for the Provision of Humanitarian Assistance. This 2023... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Guidance: Budget holder forecasting handbook
The budget holder forecasting handbook sets out why it is important to provide accurate and timely forecasts, what good looks like, and what the benefits are.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Canada further sanctions Iranian regime for gross violations of human rights
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing additional sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations. This is the ninth package... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
EU Regulatory Data Protection: Online advertising – A regulatory patchwork under construction
Authors: Heidi Waem and Simon Verschaeve The arrival of the internet has revolutionized the advertising landscape, and since the appearance of the first banner ad in 1994, innovative... more
2 years ago
Statutory guidance: Reference Documents for The Customs Tariff (Preferential Trade Arrangements) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020
Find the UK’s preferential tariffs and Rules of Origin for the agreements contained within the Customs Tariff (Preferential Trade Arrangements and Tariff Quotas) (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Russia explains halt in oil exports to Poland
Oil supplies to Poland were halted due to the failure to pay for transit, Russian oil transport company Transneft has announced ... more
2 years ago
Australia adopts further sanctions against Russia
On 24 February 2023, the Australian Government announced that it had imposed further targeted financial sanctions and travel bans on 90 persons, and targeted financial sanctions on 40... more
2 years ago
EU adopts 10th package of sanctions against Russia
The EU has today adopted its 10th package of sanctions against Russia. Please see here for relevant Regulations and Council decisions. The new package includes the following measures:... more
2 years ago
UK removes former Libyan Prime Minster from sanctions list
The UK has de-listed former Libyan Prime Minister Baghdadi Al-Mahmoudi. Notice. Mr Al-Mahmoudi was originally sanctioned by the EU in March 2011 for his position in Colonel Qadhafi’s... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
EU to add 4 marine toxins to dual-use export control list & BIS updates CCL
The European Commission has adopted a Delegated Regulation updating the EU’s dual-use export control list to reflect changes agreed by the Australia Group in 2022. 4 entries for... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
White House & BIS announce further US sanctions on Russia
In addition to the Russia sanctions adopted by OFAC and the State Department (see previous post), the White House and BIS have announced further Russia sanctions measures. Factsheet... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Crypto platforms in no rush to shun Russia – Politico
Crypto exchanges Huobi and KuCoin, both based in Seychelles, failed to take steps to prevent sanctioned Russian banks from using their platforms, according to a report from the... more
2 years ago
‘As long as it takes’: US has provided billions of dollars in aid to Ukraine
Support for Kyiv serves the US's 'strategic interests' against security threats posed by Putin's Russia, analysts say.... more
2 years ago
US Government Imposes New Sanctions, Export Controls, and Tariffs Targeting Russia and Belarus to Mark One-Year Anniversary
Today, the US Government alongside G7 leaders announced via a White House statement a new set of trade and economic measures targeting Russia and Belarus and support for... more
2 years ago
Minister Sajjan strengthens bilateral relationship with Bangladesh’s Prime Minister
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, met with Sheikh Hasina, Bangladesh’s Prime Minister, today... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 367
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 367th day, we take a look at the main developments.... more
2 years ago
G20 finance chiefs disagree on Russia-Ukraine war, debt
Finance leaders of the world's top economies sought on Friday to bridge differences over how to deal with Russia following its invasion of Ukraine a year ago, as... more
2 years ago
x.JT
EDPB Adopts Three Sets of Guidelines in Final Form
On February 24, 2023, following public consultation, the European Data Protection Board published the following three sets of adopted guidelines. Continue Reading... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Minister Ng speaks with the United Kingdom’s Secretary of State for Business and Trade
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, spoke with Kemi Badenoch, the United Kingdom’s Secretary of State for Business... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement for Ukraine by the Governing Council Members of the Community of Democracies 
One year into Russia’s unprovoked, full-scale military invasion against Ukraine, Members of the Governing Council of the Community of Democracies (Canada, Estonia, Georgia, Guatemala, Italy, Lithuania, Norway, North... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Press release: PM call with G7 leaders on Ukraine anniversary: 24 February 2023
The Prime Minister Rishi Sunak spoke to G7 leaders to mark a year since the unjustified invasion of Ukraine.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Press release: PM call with G7 leaders: 24 February 2023
The Prime Minister Rishi Sunak spoke to G7 leaders to mark a year since the unjustified invasion of Ukraine.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Minister Duclos announces $20M for SOCODEVI to support climate adaptation in Senegal
We recognize that the most marginalized communities, including women and girls, are disproportionately affected by climate change and biodiversity loss. Today, in his riding in the city of... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada provides new humanitarian assistance in response to earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria
As the situation on the ground in Türkiye and Syria continues to be critical, the urgent, immediate needs of communities affected by the recent earthquakes are becoming clearer.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement marking one year of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs; the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of National Defence; the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Guidance: Energy Bills Discount Scheme factsheet and methodology
Factsheet for 'Energy Bills Discount Scheme' for UK businesses, charities, and the public sector from April 2023 and the methodology used to define eligibility.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Financial sanctions, Libya
Libya is currently subject to UK financial sanctions. This document contains a current list of designated persons and information on relevant regulations... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Guidance: Financial sanctions, Libya
Libya is currently subject to UK financial sanctions. This document contains a current list of designated persons and information on relevant regulations... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions
Russia-related Designations and Designations Updates; Belarus Designations; Publication of Russia-related Determination; Issuance of Russia-related General Licenses and Associated Frequently Asked Questions
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Russia-related General License 8F, "Authorizing Transactions Related to Energy," General License 13D, "Authorizing Certain Administrative... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Guidance: OFSI General Licence INT/2022/1280976
Details of OFSI General Licence INT/2022/1280976... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: OFSI General Licence INT/2022/1280876
Details of OFSI General Licence INT/2022/1280876... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: OFSI General Licence INT/2022/2300292
Details of OFSI General Licence INT/2022/2300292... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Australia adds 130 to Russia sanctions list
The Australian government has announced the addition of 90 people and 40 entities to its Russia sanctions list. Autonomous Sanctions (Designated Persons and Entities and Declared Persons—Russia and... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Canada to increase support for security and stabilization efforts in Ukraine
One year ago, Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered the full-scale illegal and unjustifiable invasion of Ukraine. Today, we mark an entire year of devastating war that has had... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder – Increased security and stabilization efforts in Ukraine
Since the beginning of Russia’s illegal and unjustifiable invasion, Canada has continued to stand with Ukraine and to support its people through many avenues. Since February 2022, Canada... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
UK announces new package of sanctions against Russia and designates additional individuals/companies
The UK has announced a new package of sanctions against Russia. This will include the following sanctions: The UK has also today designated an additional 92 entities and... more
2 years ago
UK announces new Russia trade & targeted sanctions
To mark the 1-year anniversary of Russia’s actions in Ukraine, the UK today announced the following sanctions on Russia (Notice): export bans on every item Russia has been... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
News story: Tens of thousands of Ukrainian refugees helped to access UK banking services
Tens of thousands of Ukrainian refugees have been able to access banking services in the UK thanks to government action, data released today shows.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Policy paper: Basic bank accounts: July 2021 to June 2022
The seventh publication of data on the UK basic bank account market.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Financial sanctions, Russia
The Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 ensure sanctions relating to Russia are implemented effectively after the UK leaves the EU.... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Press release: NEW SANCTIONS BAN EVERY ITEM RUSSIA IS USING ON THE BATTLEFIELD
The Foreign Secretary announced a new package of sanctions, including export bans on every item Russia has been found using on the battlefield to date.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Task Force KleptoCapture Unseals Two Cases Charging Evasion of Russian Economic Countermeasures
The U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York has filed a civil forfeiture complaint against six real properties located in New York, New York; Southampton, New... more
2 years ago
xBroken-FBI
Press release: Prime Minister set to address the G7 as UK pauses to mark full-scale invasion of Ukraine
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak set to call on partners to increase Ukraine’s capability to stop Russian forces.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Press release: Foreign Secretary urges international support to Ukraine for as long as it takes
James Cleverly addresses the UN Security Council in New York, calling on international partners to support Ukraine, 1 year on since Russia's illegal invasion.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Task Force KleptoCapture Unseals Two Cases Charing Evasion of Russian Economic Countermeasures
  From the outset of Russia’s unprovoked, full-scale invasion of Ukraine, one year ago today, the Department of Justice has prioritized enforcing the sweeping sanctions, export restrictions, and economic... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Minister Ng launches first Team Canada Trade Mission to the Indo Pacific
This week the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, led the first Team Canada Trade mission to Singapore, with over... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Duclos to announce financial contributions for SOCODEVI
The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Member of Parliament for Québec and Minister of Health, will make an announcement on behalf of the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
New Zealand court says bank entitled to terminate banking relationship because of Russia sanctions risk
The High Court of New Zealand rejected Targa Capital Ltd’s application for an injunction stopping Westpac New Zealand from terminating its banking services to Targa and closing Targa’s... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Worldwide news story: One year on from Russia's full-scale unprovoked war of aggression, the G7 is more united than ever over Ukraine
Joint declaration on the eve of the one-year anniverssary of the Russian invasion to Ukraine, by the G7 diplomatic mission representatives in Paraguay.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Netherlands proposals for strengthening sanctions enforcement
The Dutch government has published a ‘non-paper’ containing proposals to strengthen sanctions enforcement (see also Foreign Minister speech) by: better information sharing between Member States and the EU... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
UK Tribunal Rules on Direct Marketing ICO Case Against Experian
On February 20, 2023, in the case of Experian Limited v The Information Commissioner, the First-Tier Tribunal in the UK ruled on the ICO’s action to require Experian... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
United States: OFAC issues Russian petroleum-related determinations, updates guidance on price cap policy and amends General Licenses
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled OFAC Issues Russian Petroleum-related Determinations, Updates Guidance on Implementation of the Price Cap Policy, and Amends Related General Licenses on... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Policy paper: Treasury Minutes – February 2023
Government departments respond to the Public Accounts Committee reports through a Treasury minute.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Ukraine imposes sectoral sanctions against all banks and financial services providers operating in Russia
On 22 February 2023, the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine introduced a set of sectoral special economic and other restrictive measures (sanctions) against the Russian banking... more
2 years ago
News story: Chancellor heads to G20 meeting to reaffirm support for Ukraine
The Chancellor Jeremy Hunt is today, 23 February, in Bengaluru, India to attend the G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors Meeting in his first visit overseas since... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Middle East: Russia Sanctions Compliance Briefing Seminar
Baker McKenzie is delighted to invite you to interactive seminars on 1 March 2023 in Abu Dhabi and 2 March 2023 in Dubai as part of our EMEA... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Minister Ng meets with Singapore’s Minister of Foreign Affairs
February 22, 2023 – Singapore - Global Affairs Canada Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, met with Vivian... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Security Council Sanctions Committee Concerning Haiti Meets with Permanent Representative of Haiti, Panel of Experts, UNODC
On 10 February 2023, members of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2653 (2022) concerning Haiti held its first informal consultations.... more
2 years ago
UN.org
Minister Sajjan to travel to Bangladesh, Philippines and Qatar
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, today announced that he will travel to Bangladesh,... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Press release: PM call with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine: 22 February 2023
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak spoke to President Zelenskyy this evening, ahead of the one year anniversary of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine on Friday.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Minister Ng meets with Singapore’s Minister for Trade and Industry
Yesterday, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, met with Gan Kim Yong, Singapore’s Minister for Trade and Industry in... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Dutch government announces new EU sanctions measures against Russia and Belarus to enter into force on 24 February 2023
On 22 February 2023, Dutch Customs published a press release on its website indicating that the additional EU sanctions measures against Russia and Belarus will enter into force... more
2 years ago
DAA Launches the CMP Complement
On February 14, 2023, the Digital Advertising Alliance announced the creation of the CMP Complement, billed as a uniform approach for brands and publishers to offer privacy controls... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
OFAC issues sanctions compliance guidance for Syria earthquake aid
Following its publication of General Licence (GL) no. 23 to facilitate the flow of earthquake relief into Syria (previous post), OFAC has issued guidance on transactions related to... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Poland travel advice
Latest FCDO travel advice for Poland including on entry requirements, safety and security and local laws and customs... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Counter Narcotics Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Corporate report: Supplementary Estimates 2022-23
HM Treasury has published the Supplementary Estimates for 2022-23.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Official Statistics: Standards and policies for HM Treasury statistics
HM Treasury's statistics are governed by the standards set out by the UK Statistics Authority in their Code of Practice for official statistics.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Guidance: Ukrainian nationals in the UK: visa support
Ukrainians already in the UK with a visa will be able to extend their stay by extending their visa or switching to another immigration route, where eligible, even... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Guidance: UK visa support for Ukrainian nationals
Guidance on support available to Ukrainian nationals and their family members.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Guidance: Apply to stay in the UK under the Ukraine Extension Scheme
Guidance for Ukrainian nationals and their family members to apply to stay in the UK under the Ukraine Extension Scheme.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Promotional material: Immigration information for Ukrainians in the UK, British nationals and their family members
Information about the immigration routes available for Ukrainian nationals in the UK, British nationals and their family members.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Promotional material: Immigration information for Ukrainians in the UK: your next steps
Information about the next steps Ukrainians need to take after arriving in the UK to confirm their immigration status.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Guidance: Move to the UK if you’re coming from Ukraine
Check what you need to do before you travel to the UK and what to do after you arrive.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
OFAC investigating Raiffeisen Bank International
OFAC is reported to be investigating Austrian banking group Raiffeisen Bank International (RBI) over its Russia-related business. OFAC is said to have contacted RBI in January with a... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Webinar: Key Lessons from the Russia/Ukraine Crisis: Preparing for the Next Geopolitical Event
In the second session of our 2023 International Trade and Supply Chain Webinar Series, partners Sunny Mann, Alison Stafford Powell, Paul Amberg, Jannan Crozier and Ed Poulton will... more
2 years ago
Canada urges North Korea to cease reckless provocations
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement on the latest missile launches by North Korea: “North Korea continues to violate United Nations... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Speakers Tackle Matters on Sanctions, Working Methods, Peaceful Settlement of Disputes, as Special Committee on Charter Opens 2023 Session
Opening its 2023 session today, the Special Committee on the Charter of the United Nations and on the Strengthening of the Role of the Organization heard from speakers... more
2 years ago
UN.org
FTC Launches New Office of Technology
On February 17, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission announced the launch of their new Office of Technology. Continue Reading... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
CPPA Board to Hold Meeting on Status of CPRA Rulemaking
On February 21, 2023, the California Privacy Protection Agency Board announced that it will hold a public meeting on March 3, 2023 regarding the status of the California... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Sanctions Compliance Guidance for Authorized Transactions Related to Earthquake Relief Efforts in Syria
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing an OFAC Compliance Communique: Guidance on Authorized Transactions Related to Earthquake Relief Efforts in... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Minister Joly to travel to New York City
After meeting with key international partners in Ukraine, Germany, and France, Minister Joly will continue her diplomatic outreach in New York City by delivering remarks at the UN... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
EPA orders Norfolk Southern to clean up toxic derailment in Ohio
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency ordered Norfolk Southern on Tuesday to pay for the cleanup of the East Palestine, Ohio train wreck and chemical release as federal regulators... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Speech: Economic Secretary speech at the Association of British Insurers’ Annual Conference
The Economic Secretary delivered a speech at the Association of British Insurers’ Annual Conference highlighting government action to promote growth and competitiveness in the sector, including reform of... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
China Added Two US Companies to the Unreliable Entities List
Background After two and a half years since the issuance of the Regulations on the Unreliable Entities List (“UEL Regulations“), the Unreliable Entities List Working Mechanism (“Mechanism“) headed... more
2 years ago
U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee Holds Hearing on Protecting Children Online
On February 14, 2023, the U.S. Senate Committee on the Judiciary held a hearing titled, “Protecting Our Children Online.” Continue Reading... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
UK House of Commons research briefings on Russia sanctions
The House of Commons Library has published research briefings on ‘Sanctions against Russia’ and ‘Post-conflict reconstruction assistance to Ukraine’. ‘Sanctions against Russia’ covers: the UK sanctions regime prior... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
News story: Alison Rose appointed to help accelerate energy efficiency
Alison Rose DBE, NatWest CEO, named Co-Chair of the Energy Efficiency Taskforce to spearhead efforts to reduce the UK’s energy consumption and cut household bills.... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Press release: UK and Slovakia step up cooperation in security and trade
Foreign Secretary James Cleverly and Slovak Foreign Minister Rastislav Káčer signed a joint declaration on closer cooperation on 21 February 2023 in London.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
CPPA Files Proposed Final CPRA Regulations with California OAL, Kicking Off 30-Day Review Period
On February 14, 2023, the CPPA announced that it had filed its first substantive rulemaking package for the proposed final draft CPRA regulations with California’s Office of Administrative... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
US DOJ & Commerce Department launch Disruptive Technology Strike Force for export control violations
The US Department of Justice and the Department of Commerce last week announced the launch of the Disruptive Technology Strike Force, which seeks to prevent critical technological assets... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Speech: An environmental, economic vision for the UK
Rt Hon John Glen MP, Chief Secretary to the Treasury delivered a speech on why and how we can mobilise resources and rewire the global financial system for... more
2 years ago
HM Treasury
Ukraine imposes new sanctions against Russian financial sector
Effective as of 21 February 2023, Ukraine introduced sanctions against Moscow Stock Exchange MMVB-RTS PJSC and 333 individuals, mainly the top management of Russian banks and the Russian... more
2 years ago
UK lists 8 Iranian officials
8 senior officials said to be responsible for the repression of Iranian citizens have been added to the UK’s Iran (human rights) sanctions list. Notice and Press Release.... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
PI's submission on “new technologies and enforced disappearances”
2 years ago
Privacy International News Feed
Swiss government working group: confiscating frozen assets incompatible with Swiss law
On Wednesday (15 February 2023), the Swiss government said that a working group led by the Federal Office of Justice has concluded that the confiscation of private assets... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Parliamentary Secretary Sidhu to engage business leaders in Singapore and Indonesia on Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced today that Maninder Sidhu, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, will be travelling to Singapore and Indonesia... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Address by the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development
"I am extremely pleased to be here today to kick off our Team Canada missions, along with over 175 Canadian businesses and organizations right here in Singapore today,... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Financial sanctions, Iran (human rights)
Iran is currently subject to UK financial sanctions. This document contains a current list of designated persons relating to human rights violations.... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Guidance: Financial sanctions, Iran (human rights)
Iran is currently subject to UK financial sanctions. This document contains a current list of designated persons relating to human rights violations.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions
Belarus, Russian Ally, to form volunteer military force
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko said on Monday he had ordered the formation of a new volunteer territorial defense so everyone knows how to "handle weapons" and be ready... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Minister Joly to travel to Paris, France
During her trip, Minister Joly will hold a bilateral meeting with Catherine Colonna, Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs of France, to discuss Russia’s war against Ukraine as... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
PI's comments on the zero draft of the WHO’s Pandemic Treaty
2 years ago
Privacy International News Feed
Drought in Horn of Africa worse than in 2011 famine
Below-normal rainfall is expected over the next three months in parts of Somalia, Kenya and Ethiopia.... more
2 years ago
EU and UK implement UN sanctions humanitarian exemption
In December 2022, the United Nations Security Council (the ‘UNSC’) adopted a resolution which introduced a standardised humanitarian exemption across UN regimes according to which activities necessary for... more
2 years ago
Australia Privacy Act review – a blueprint for change?
Authors: Sarah Birkett, Nicholas Boyle The Australian Attorney-General has published the (long-awaited) results of the Privacy Act review. The report recommends a number of changes to the Australian... more
2 years ago
Joint statement from female foreign ministers attending the Munich Security Conference 2023
“Together, we, female Foreign Ministers at the Munich Security Conference 2023, strongly condemn the Taliban’s push to exclude women from all public life."... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
BVI court upholds finding that share transfer to mitigate effects of US sanctions is not unjustified dissipation
Last week (7th February 2023) the Eastern Caribbean Court of Appeal dismissed an appeal against a June 2019 order discharging freezing orders against Viktor Vekselberg and 3 Renova... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Minister Ng highlights Canada’s leadership in technology during visit to California
This week, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, visited California and participated in this year’s C100 Annual Summit, where... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
ECJ dismisses DRC sanctions appeal by Évariste Boshab
The EU Court of Justice has dismissed an appeal brought by Évariste Boshab challenging the General Court’s decision to uphold the 2019 acts maintaining his inclusion on the... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
BIS Announces Expedited Processing of Export License Applications for Earthquake Survivors in Türkiye and Syria
On February 17, the Bureau of Industry and Security (“BIS”) in the US Commerce Department announced that it is expediting the processing of export license applications for items... more
2 years ago
US and UK sanction cyber criminals in coordinated action
On February 9, 2023, the United States and the United Kingdom designated seven Russian individuals that have been associated with the development or deployment of a range of... more
2 years ago
Crypto exchange Binance pulls back on some US investments
Binance is considering ending business relationships with banks and services firms amid heightened scrutiny.... more
2 years ago
Minister Ng to visit Singapore to launch Canada’s new Team Canada Trade Mission, as part of the Indo-Pacific Strategy
Singapore is an important trade and investment partner for Canada and a key part of our engagement in the region through Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy (IPS).... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Spain refuses entry to tanker carrying oil from a formerly Russia-flagged vessel
Spain’s Ministry of Transport, Mobility and Urban Agenda has announced that the Maersk Magellan, a Singapore-flagged vessel, was refused entry to the Port of Tarragona last week because... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
OFAC Issues Russian Petroleum-related Determinations, Updates Guidance on Implementation of the Price Cap Policy, and Amends Related General Licenses
On February 3, 2023, the US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) published a determination pursuant to sections 1(a)(ii), 1(b), and 5 of Executive Order 14071 and... more
2 years ago
ID systems analysed: DNIe in Peru
2 years ago
Privacy International News Feed
US charges Viktor Vekselberg associate with sanctions evasion
On 7 February 2023, an indictment was unsealed in the US federal court charging Russian national Vladimir Voronchenko in connection with a scheme to maintain and sell US... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Minister Joly to travel to Germany to attend the Munich Security Conference
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will visit Munich, Germany, from February 17 to 19, 2023, to attend the 59th Munich Security... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
US defence companies added to China Unreliable Entity List for arms sales to Taiwan
US defence companies Lockheed Martin Corporation and Raytheon Missiles & Defence have been added to China’s Unreliable Entity List over their participation in arms sales to Taiwan. Ministry... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
India accuses BBC of tax evasion after searching offices
Critics questioned the timing of the searches, which came after BBC aired show critical of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.... more
2 years ago
Credit company Jaracanda Finance hit with infringement notices over its repayment calculator
  A Brisbane-based digital lender has been slapped with two infringement notices by ASIC for its false and misleading repayment estimate calculator. The corporate watchdog took action against... more
2 years ago
xx.brokernews
Wave of raids, arrests target government critics in Tunisia
The crackdown on opponents of President Saied has sparked international criticism and fears of a return to autocracy.... more
2 years ago
North Korea fires ballistic missile, South Korean military says
Saturday's move by North Korea comes ahead of upcoming US-South Korea joint drills in Washington next week.... more
2 years ago
Ex-ad agency chief admits guilt as Tokyo Olympic bribery trial opens
A trial looking into widespread bribery at the Tokyo Olympic organizing committee began Friday with a former head of a major ad company admitting to the charges. Shinichi... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Petróleo Brasileiro S.A.: Senior Oil and Gas Trader and Brazil-Based Intermediary Charged in Bribery and Money Laundering Scheme
An indictment was unsealed today in the District of Connecticut charging a Connecticut man and a foreign national with conspiracy, multiple counts of violating the Foreign Corrupt Practices... more
2 years ago
xBroken-FBI
Ukraine approves second sanctions package targeting Russian nuclear industry
Effective as of 14 February 2023, Ukraine introduced sanctions against 200 individuals, mainly Russian politicians, officials, managers and employees of state-owned nuclear enterprises.[1] This became the second sanctions... more
2 years ago
Minister Ng to participate in fireside chat at C100 Annual Summit
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, will participate at the C100 Annual Summit in Half Moon Bay, California.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
The Federal Reserve Acts on BSA Failures Related to PPP Loan Fraud
On January 24, 2023, the Federal Reserve Board (“FRB”) assessed a second-tier[1] civil penalty of $2.3 million against New York-based Popular Bank (or the “Bank”) for unsafe and... more
2 years ago
Mandatory breach notification for public sector employers introduced in British Columbia
Bill 22, the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Amendment Act, 2021, received royal assent and became law on November 25, 2021. The Bill made significant amendments... more
2 years ago
JDSupra
Switzerland: Current global sanctions environment – the new normal for Swiss companies
The current global sanctions environment — the new normal for Swiss companies: This was the topic of a Russia-focused seminar with members of Baker McKenzie's global sanctions and... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Understanding OFSI webinar – 10am, Tuesday 28 February
OFSI is holding an introductory webinar at 10am (UK time) on Tuesday 28 February to explain its role and powers in the implementation and enforcement of UK sanctions.... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Canada announces funding to support quality education for children in emergency and crisis situations worldwide
Conflict, climate change and COVID-19 have caused a global education crisis, with an estimated 222 million children and adolescents who are not developing the essential skills and knowledge... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly travels to Ukraine to discuss ongoing and unwavering Canadian support for Ukraine
As the one-year mark of President Vladimir Putin’s illegal war in Ukraine approaches, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, travelled to Ukraine to reaffirm Canada’s steadfast... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
EU implements UN sanctions humanitarian exemption & amends Somalia sanctions regime
The European Council has implemented the humanitarian exemption to UN sanctions set out by UNSC Resolution 2664 (2022) with respect to its Somalia, CAR, Yemen, Haiti, Iraq and... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Guidance: Ukraine Sponsorship Scheme: Visa data by country, upper and lower tier local authority
Visa data by local authority in separate tables for England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Transparency data: Ukraine Visa Schemes: visa data
Latest operational data on applications to come to or stay in the UK under the Ukraine Visa Schemes and Ukraine Extension Scheme.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Scotland: Sturgeon leaves her party and movement in a state of uncertainty
Shortly before being elected leader of the Scottish National Party (SNP) in late 2014, Nicola Sturgeon embarked on a rock star-style tour of Scotland, appearing in front of... more
2 years ago
RECRUITMENT: Results of the written examinations held on 4 and 11 of February for vacancies in the CySEC (only in
RECRUITMENT: Results of the written examinations held on 4 and 11 of February for vacancies in the CySEC (only in... more
2 years ago
Announcement: Commissioner Dufresne addresses Access to Information and Privacy community
Announcement... more
2 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Russia surrounds Bakhmut as Ukraine sends in troops
Ukraine faced its toughest week so far this year on the eastern front, where its defenders lost more ground to Russian forces but committed enormous resources to holding Bakhmut, a coal-mining town that... more
2 years ago
FTC’s First-of-Its-Kind Health Breach Notification Rule Enforcement Action
On February 1, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced that it had taken enforcement action against prescription drug discount company GoodRx, which agreed to injunctive relief and to pay a $1.5... more
2 years ago
JDSupra
European Parliament Committee Opposes Adequacy Under EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework in Draft Opinion
On February 14, 2023, in a Draft Motion for a Resolution on the adequacy of the protection afforded by the proposed EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework, the European Parliament’s... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Supporting the OPCW upon the delivery of the third IIT report
We, the participating States of the International Partnership against Impunity for the Use of Chemical Weapons, stand together to preserve the international standards and norms against the use... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
State Comprehensive Privacy Law Update - February 2023
The past two weeks have seen continued developments in the state comprehensive privacy legislative landscape. Maryland, Minnesota, and Texas have entered the fray with new proposals, bringing the... more
2 years ago
JDSupra
Bypass Ireland: Ballyvourney and Ballymakeera have mixed feelings about the N22
Some locals fear the N22 bypass will draw passing trade from the Cork villages — but others tell Neil Michael they expect it will boost business by taking... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Second anniversary of Declaration Against Arbitrary Detention in State-to-State Relations
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement to mark the second anniversary of the launch of the Declaration Against Arbitrary Detention in... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Second anniversary of Declaration Against Arbitrary Detention in State-to-State Relations
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement to mark the second anniversary of the launch of the Declaration Against Arbitrary Detention in... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
US court grants forfeiture of $5.4 million owned by Konstantin Malofeyev
The US District Court for the Southern District of New York has granted a DOJ forfeiture request for nearly $5.4 million owned by sanctioned Russian businessman Konstantin Malofeyev.... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Parliamentary Secretary Virani leads Canadian delegation at Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development’s Ministerial Meeting on Responsible Business Conduct
The Government of Canada is committed to working with international partners to increase sustainability, uphold human rights and promote and strengthen responsible business practices around the world.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Parliamentary Secretary Virani leads Canadian delegation at Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development’s Ministerial Meeting on Responsible Business Conduct
The Government of Canada is committed to working with international partners to increase sustainability, uphold human rights and promote and strengthen responsible business practices around the world.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Press release: UK takes steps to further facilitate aid flow into Syria
This will make it easier for aid agencies to operate and facilitate earthquake relief efforts in Syria, without breaching sanctions that target Assad’s regime.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions
UK takes steps to further facilitate aid flow into Syria
This will make it easier for aid agencies to operate and facilitate earthquake relief efforts in Syria, without breaching sanctions that target Assad’s regime.... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
California Regulator Approves the Proposed CPRA Regulations and Targets April Effective Date
The California Privacy Protection Agency ("CPPA") Board unanimously voted 4-0 to finalize the proposed final California Privacy Rights Act ("CPRA") on February 3, 2022. The proposed final CPRA... more
2 years ago
JDSupra
Details of the EU’s proposed 10th package of Russia sanctions announced
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and HR / VP Josep Borrell today announced details of the EU’s proposed 10th package of Russia sanctions. Statement and Statement.... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
UK exporters issued settlements of over £3.6 million for unlicensed exports
In November and December 2022, the HMRC issued 4 compound settlement offers amounting to over £3.6 million for unlicensed exports of dual-use or military goods controlled by the... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
German authorities raid firms in sanctions breach investigation
On Thursday (9 February 2023), the Cologne public prosecutor’s office is reported to have searched the premises of 3 unnamed companies and 3 private homes in the Rhein-Erft-Kreis... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
27/2023 : 15 February 2023 - Judgment of the General Court in case T-536/21
Belaeronavigatsia v Council External relations The General Court confirms the restrictive measures adopted against a State-owned enterprise managing the airspace in Belarus... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
Statement on the Government of Israel’s announcement concerning settlements
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “Canada is concerned by the Government of Israel’s announcement that it will attempt to retroactively... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement on the Government of Israel’s announcement concerning settlements
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “Canada is concerned by the Government of Israel’s announcement that it will attempt to retroactively... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
OFAC Issues General License Authorizing Earthquake Relief Efforts in Syria
On February 9, 2023, the US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) issued Syria General License 23, “Authorizing Transactions Related to Earthquake Relief Efforts... more
2 years ago
Bypass Ireland: Safety fears as national routes continue to thunder through Castlemartyr
The congested East Cork village is hoping for a bypass, but locals fear someone will be killed there before it is built due to the volume of traffic,... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Is the FTC a “Regulator”?  It Sure Seems to be Moving in that Direction  
For the 26+ years I served at the FTC, the agency always described itself as a “law enforcement agency,” not a “regulator.” That’s because the FTC spent most... more
2 years ago
JDSupra
Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs): Everything Corporate Legal Teams Need to Know
Data is what makes the modern business world go around. But as the amount of data that organizations collect and process grows, so, too, do concerns about data... more
2 years ago
JDSupra
Guidance: Financial Sanctions, Global Anti-Corruption
UK financial sanctions are in place for persons involved in serious corruption or that are linked to those involved in serious corruption. This document provides a current list... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions
Press release: National moment of silence to mark one year of Russian invasion of Ukraine
Government announces a national one-minute silence on Friday 24 February, marking a year since Russia’s barbaric full-scale invasion of Ukraine... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
California Privacy Protection Agency Approves CCPA Regulations
On February 3, 2023, after two comment periods and much anticipation, the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) voted to adopt and approve its draft California Consumer Privacy Act... more
2 years ago
JDSupra
CJEU Clarifies Rules on Conflict of Interest in Relation to DPO Role
On February 9, 2023, the Court of Justice of the European Union issued a judgment in the X-FAB Dresden case. Continue Reading... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Speakers Urge More Systemic Risk, Vulnerability Assessments of Potential Violence, as Security Council Charts Progress in Protecting Children during Armed Conflict
With cycles of conflict becoming more intense, frequent and complex, the global community must prioritize risk assessments that raise red flags about potential violence against children, senior officials... more
2 years ago
UN.org
California Enforces Consumer Privacy Law With ‘Investigative Sweep’
In a nod to Data Privacy Day, California Attorney General Rob Bonta recently announced an “investigative sweep” directed primarily at ensuring that businesses can accept and timely process... more
2 years ago
JDSupra
Macroom campaigned for decades for a bypass. Was it worth the wait? 
Neil Michael finds a town that has been transformed. With 700 trucks a day gone, the air is clearer, the mood has lifted, noise levels have fallen. and... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Speakers Highlight National Strategies Tackling Effects of Pandemic, Conflicts, Inequalities, as Social Development Commissions Concludes General Discussion
​​​​​​​Detailing the devastating effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and conflicts on the employment market, delegates outlined strategies to overcome inequalities within and between countries and to provide decent... more
2 years ago
UN.org
Cybersecurity Concerns for 2023
With the new year, there is a lot to be excited and concerned about in the area of cybersecurity and data privacy. This alert identifies some key issues... more
2 years ago
JDSupra
Legal Insights for Manufacturing
We are pleased to announce that Husch Blackwell has published its inaugural “Legal Insights for Manufacturing” report, which provides a look ahead to 2023 and explores the key... more
2 years ago
JDSupra
[Video] Webinar Recording – 2023 Preview for Privacy and Data Security
2022 proved to be an historic year for privacy and data security, and 2023 is likely to follow suit. With privacy compliance deadlines looming under three state laws,... more
2 years ago
JDSupra
U.S. Company’s Mandatory Video Surveillance Violated Dutch Remote Workers’ Fundamental Right to a Private Life
A U.S.-based employer faced legal consequences after it terminated a remote employee in the Netherlands who refused to keep his camera on for the whole nine-hour workday. The... more
2 years ago
JDSupra
Secure Data Disposal and Data Minimization
What data can companies collect, and how long can they keep it? Our Privacy, Cyber & Data Strategy Team outlines best practices for companies to comply with international,... more
2 years ago
JDSupra
Russian forces bombard Ukraine's Bakhmut in major new offensive
The eastern Ukrainian city of Bakhmut endured heavy artillery fire on Monday as the NATO chief backed reports from local officials that a major new Russian offensive had... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Trends and Moments that Defined 2022 & Predictions for 2023
While there have been major developments in areas such as data security, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence over the past year, threat actors are becoming increasingly aggressive, sophisticated,... more
2 years ago
JDSupra
BIS adds Chinese & Iranian entities to Entity List
The US Commerce Department’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has added 6 Chinese and 7 Iranian entities to its Entity List. Chinese entities On 10 February, BIS... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Two Amazon Marketplace Sellers and Four Companies Plead Guilty to Price Fixing DVDs and Blu-Ray Discs
Two Amazon marketplace sellers and four of their companies have pleaded guilty to price fixing DVDs and Blu Ray Discs. On Feb. 10 in U.S. District Court for... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Ellen McGarrahan and the search for truth following a grisly execution
Haunted by a grisly execution of a possibly innocent man, Ellen McGarrahan went in search of the truth and her journey brought her to Galway, writes Mick Clifford... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Joint ministerial statement on International Day Against the Use of Child Soldiers
“No child should ever be made to participate in war, yet children continue to be cruelly exploited in armed conflicts worldwide. Children—including boys and girls—serve as soldiers, cooks,... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint ministerial statement on International Day Against the Use of Child Soldiers
“No child should ever be made to participate in war, yet children continue to be cruelly exploited in armed conflicts worldwide. Children—including boys and girls—serve as soldiers, cooks,... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Barbaric bloodsport or way of life: Are coursing's days numbered? 
To many, hare coursing is a barbaric bloodsport that should be banned. But to the 30,000 punters, owners, breeders, and trainers who gathered at an Irish Coursing Club... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
'Grave seller' and sex offender Sean Leamy died in prison a decade ago but an inquest has never been held
Sean Leamy, 61, was found dead in the Midlands Prison on February 12, 2013. Mystery surrounds how he ended up dead on the floor of his cell with... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Niamh Breathnach changed lives for the better, and her impact will last for generations
She will be remembered as one of the most consequential education ministers we’ve ever had... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Recent US sanctions & de-listings
The US has made designations under its Iran and WMD sanctions regimes, and designations under, and de-listings from, its transnational criminal organisations sanctions regime. Iran On 9 February,... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Government of Canada appeals Federal Court decision in Bring Our Loved Ones Home litigation
The Government of Canada has appealed a decision rendered by the Federal Court on January 20, 2023 in the Bring Our Loved Ones Home litigation. The government is... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Bulgarian nationals & entities targeted by UK & US anti-corruption sanctions
In a coordinated action, the UK and US today imposed anti-corruption sanctions on a number of Bulgarian nationals and entities. UK The UK has designated Delyan Peevski, a... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Guidance: Who is subject to financial sanctions in the UK?
A guide to the current consolidated list of asset freeze targets, and a list of persons named in relation to financial and investment restrictions under the Russia regulations... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Who is subject to financial sanctions in the UK?
A guide to the current consolidated list of asset freeze targets, and a list of persons named in relation to financial and investment restrictions under the Russia regulations... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Guidance: Financial sanctions, Cyber
UK financial sanctions are in place for persons, entities or bodies involved in certain cyber activity.This page contains the current list of designated targets.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions
Financial sanctions, Cyber
UK financial sanctions are in place for persons, entities or bodies involved in certain cyber activity.This page contains the current list of designated targets.... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Guidance: The UK Sanctions List
Find out which people, entities and ships are designated or specified under regulations made under the Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018, and why.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Belarus travel advice
Latest FCDO travel advice for Belarus including on entry requirements, safety and security and local laws and customs.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Dissolution and liquidation of investment compartment Ilium Capital Private Equity Fund III of RAIF Ilium Capital RAIF V.C.I.C. Ltd
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Dissolution and liquidation of investment compartment Ilium Capital Private Equity Fund III of RAIF Ilium Capital RAIF V.C.I.C. Ltd... more
2 years ago
Civil society response to call for inputs for Global Study on the Impact of Counter-Terrorism Measures on Civil Society and Civic Space
2 years ago
Privacy International News Feed
CIRCULARS M.C UCITS & UCITS: C548 - Guidance on Liquidity Risk Management (‘LRM’)
CIRCULARS M.C UCITS & UCITS: C548 - Guidance on Liquidity Risk Management (‘LRM’)... more
2 years ago
Congressional Scrutiny of ‘Big Tech’ Builds on Bipartisan China Focus
About this time last year, we offered some insight on Economic Espionage and Theft of Trade Secrets, which included a primer on economic espionage, case examples, and avoidance... more
2 years ago
Transparency data: UK government's humanitarian response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine: facts and figures
This page explains how the UK is providing humanitarian assistance to support people in Ukraine and its neighbouring countries following the Russian invasion.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Dissolution and liquidation of investment compartment Toriant 3 Fund of RAIF Toriant V.C.I.C. (RAIF) Limited
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Dissolution and liquidation of investment compartment Toriant 3 Fund of RAIF Toriant V.C.I.C. (RAIF) Limited... more
2 years ago
United States: FinCEN alert on potential Russia sanctions evasion in the commercial real estate sector
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled FinCEN Issues Alert on Potential Russia Sanctions Evasion in the US Commercial Real Estate Sector on 7 February 2023. Read... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
“10 minute” Bill for seizure of frozen Russian state assets in UK Parliament
On Tuesday (7 February 2023), Sir Chris Bryant MP presented the Seizure of Russian State Assets and Support for Ukraine Bill to the House of Commons under the... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
With criminals in the ranks, can London’s police force ever recover public trust?
London, United Kingdom - The Metropolitan Police Force’s Commissioner, Sir Mark Rowley, is certainly banking on the expectation that it can. [caption id="attachment_7281" align="alignleft" width="234"] Former British police officer... more
2 years ago
Issuance of Syria General License
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Syria General License 23 "Authorizing Transactions Related to Earthquake Relief Efforts in Syria."... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Canada announces funding for public engagement in international development
As part of International Development Week 2023, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, today... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces funding for public engagement in international development
As part of International Development Week 2023, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, today... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
US House Republicans request documents in Biden family probe
Republicans in the United States House of Representatives have continued their investigation into the family of Democratic President Joe Biden, making their first official requests for documents related... more
2 years ago
Ex-vice president Pence subpoenaed in special counsel probe: AP
An anonymous source tells the Associated Press that Pence has been subpoenaed in ongoing investigations into Donald Trump. Former United States Vice President Mike Pence has been subpoenaed... more
2 years ago
UK implements UN sanctions humanitarian exemption
The UK has adopted the Sanctions (Humanitarian Exception) (Amendment) Regulations 2023, which implements a humanitarian exemption applicable across UN sanctions regimes, as set out by UNSC Resolution 2664... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Guidance: Financial sanctions: guidance
Information on the approach OFSI takes to financial sanctions including sector and regime specific guidance, as well as information on monetary penalties for breaches of financial sanctions.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions
Financial sanctions: guidance
Information on the approach OFSI takes to financial sanctions including sector and regime specific guidance, as well as information on monetary penalties for breaches of financial sanctions.... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
UK & US impose cyber sanctions & OFSI issues new guidance
In coordinated actions, the UK and US have designated 7 people who are said to be part of the Russia-based cybercrime gang Trickbot. Trickbot is alleged to have... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Texas State Representative Introduces Comprehensive State Privacy Bill Draft
On February 6, 2023, Texas State Representative Giovanni Capriglione submitted H.B. 1844, a comprehensive privacy bill modeled after the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act. Continue Reading... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Statutory guidance: Democratic Republic of the Congo sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Democratic Republic of the Congo (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions
Democratic Republic of the Congo sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Democratic Republic of the Congo (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Statutory guidance: Somalia sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Somalia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions
Somalia sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Somalia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Haiti Sanctions: guidance
This guidance assists people in implementing and complying with the The Haiti (Sanctions) Regulations 2022... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Statutory guidance: South Sudan sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the South Sudan (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions
South Sudan sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the South Sudan (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Central African Republic sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Central African Republic (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Democratic People's Republic of Korea sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Statutory guidance: Democratic People's Republic of Korea sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions
Libya sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Libya (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Statutory guidance: Libya sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Libya (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions
Yemen sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Yemen (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (No.2) Regulations 2020... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Statutory guidance: Yemen sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Yemen (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (No.2) Regulations 2020... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions
Sudan sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Sudan (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Statutory guidance: Sudan sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Sudan (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions
Statutory guidance: Iraq sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Iraq (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions
Iraq sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Iraq (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Statutory guidance: Iran nuclear sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Iran (Sanctions) (Nuclear) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions
Iran nuclear sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Iran (Sanctions) (Nuclear) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Statutory guidance: Mali sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Mali (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions
Mali sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Mali (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Statutory guidance: Lebanon (Assassination of Rafiq Hariri and others) sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Lebanon (Sanctions) (Assassination of Rafiq Hariri and others) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions
Statutory guidance: ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida (United Nations Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions
ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida (United Nations Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
Guidance: Financial sanctions, Russia
The Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 ensure sanctions relating to Russia are implemented effectively after the UK leaves the EU.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Dissolution and liquidation of the investment compartments Compartment 2020B1, Compartment 2020B3 and Compartment 2020C2
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Dissolution and liquidation of the investment compartments Compartment 2020B1, Compartment 2020B3 and Compartment 2020C2... more
2 years ago
Australia: Review of Australia’s sanction framework
The Department of Foreign Affairs, led by the Australian Sanctions Office, is undertaking a review of Australia’s Autonomous Sanctions Framework, ahead of the expiry on 1 April 2024... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Warning regarding unregistered website
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Warning regarding unregistered website... more
2 years ago
Australia: Hidden cost to super-long-term mortgages exposed
Several banks are now offering super-long-term mortgages in response to soaring interest rates, but experts warned that the offers come with a $300,000 hidden cost. Forty-year mortgages are... more
2 years ago
xx.brokernews
AML COMPLIANCE OFFICERS REGISTER: AML Compliance Officers Register December 2022
AML COMPLIANCE OFFICERS REGISTER: AML Compliance Officers Register December 2022... more
2 years ago
PUBLIC REGISTER: Public Register of Certified Persons December 2022
PUBLIC REGISTER: Public Register of Certified Persons December 2022... more
2 years ago
Ukraine adds Russian & Belarusian citizens & entities to sanctions list
On 28 January 2023, the Ukrainian President Zelenskyy signed Decree No. 50/2023, designating Russian citizens Matveev Valerii Borisovich, Belosokhov Sergei Alekseevich and Strok Vladimir Nikolaevich, as well as... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Canada to match up to $10 million in donations from Canadians in response to earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria
Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, announced that... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Transnational Criminal Organizations Designations and Designations Removals; Publication of Russia-related Frequently Asked Question
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing one Russia-related Frequently Asked Question (1113). The following additions and removals have been made to... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
UK designates 8 people & 7 entities under Russia sanctions
The UK today added 8 people and 7 entities to its Russia sanctions list. Press Release & Notice. Those designated: 6 Russian entities that are said to provide... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
NOTIFICATIONS OF APPROVED PROSPECTUSES: ETC Issuance GmbH
NOTIFICATIONS OF APPROVED PROSPECTUSES: ETC Issuance GmbH... more
2 years ago
Cerespo Co and Fuji Creative Corp: 4 more arrested over Tokyo Olympics bid rigging
Prosecutors arrested a former operations executive at the Tokyo Olympics organizing committee and three others on Wednesday over bid-rigging allegations, as yet another corruption scandal surfaces in the... more
2 years ago
x.JT
CIPL Responds to UK Digital Regulation Cooperation Forum (DRCF) Workplan 2023 to 2024 Call for Input
On January 26, 2023, the Centre for Information Policy Leadership at Hunton Andrews Kurth responded to a call for input from the UK’s Digital Regulation Cooperation Forum on... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Canada provides humanitarian assistance in response to earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria
Powerful earthquakes struck Türkiye and Syria on Monday, causing the death of thousands of people and destroying homes, roads, health facilities and other critical infrastructure. To support the... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada provides humanitarian assistance in response to earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria
Powerful earthquakes struck Türkiye and Syria on Monday, causing the death of thousands of people and destroying homes, roads, health facilities and other critical infrastructure. To support the... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
FinCEN Issues Alert on Potential Russia Sanctions Evasion Using US Commercial Real Estate Sector
On January 25, 2023, the US Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”) issued an alert to financial institutions regarding potential investments in the US commercial... more
2 years ago
US designates former Presidents of Panama & Paraguay for corruption
On 25 January 2023, the US State Department designated former President of Panama Ricardo Alberto Martinelli Berrocal for his alleged involvement in significant corruption, including accepting bribes in... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Canada: Customs & Trade Remedies update
The Canada Border Services Agency announced anticipated annual updates to the Customs Tariff and its trade verification priorities. It has also announced the implementation date for CARM Release... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Ukraine introduces sanctions targeting Russian nuclear industry
Effective as of 7 February 2023, Ukraine introduced sanctions against 200 Russian legal entities operating in the Russian nuclear industry.[1] The sanctions package, according to the President of... more
2 years ago
Minister Ng speaks with Taiwan’s Minister Deng
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, spoke with Taiwan’s Minister without Portfolio, John Deng, in the capacity of... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with Taiwan’s Minister Deng
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, spoke with Taiwan’s Minister without Portfolio, John Deng, in the capacity of... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Use of mobile phone extraction tools by law enforcement in Argentina
2 years ago
Privacy International News Feed
NOTIFICATIONS OF APPROVED PROSPECTUSES: LCX AG
NOTIFICATIONS OF APPROVED PROSPECTUSES: LCX AG... more
2 years ago
A Guide to Parenting in a Digital Age
Cybersafe Kids has joined forces with the Irish Examiner and the National Parents Council to bring you this digital parenting ebook.... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Twenty-Three Individuals Charged in $61.5 Million Medicare Fraud Schemes
Court documents were unsealed this week charging 23 Michigan residents for their alleged involvement in two illegal schemes to defraud Medicare of more than $61.5 million by paying... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Associate of Sanctioned Oligarch Indicted for Sanctions Evasion and Money Laundering
A federal court in New York unsealed an indictment today charging a citizen of the Russian Federation and legal permanent resident of the United States, with participating in... more
2 years ago
Meik Medical Equipment and Supply: Convicted of Health Care Fraud
A federal jury convicted two men today for engaging in a scheme to defraud Medicare Advantage and Medicaid managed care plans of over $3.8 million. According to court... more
2 years ago
Canada Sanctions Additional Russian Propagandists: 38 Individuals and 16 Entities Targeted
On February 3, 2023, Canada announced additional amendments to the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations (the “Regulations”) in response to those have been enlisted by the Russian regime... more
2 years ago
Canada announces $69.5 million in funding to protect and restore ocean ecosystems in developing countries
As part of International Development Week 2023, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, today... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces $69.5 million in funding to protect and restore ocean ecosystems in developing countries
As part of International Development Week 2023, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, today... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder: Canada’s new funding to protect and restore ocean ecosystems in developing countries
Backgrounder: Canada has announced $69.5 million in climate financing for 4 projects that is being distributed as follows... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder: Canada’s new funding to protect and restore ocean ecosystems in developing countries
Backgrounder: Canada has announced $69.5 million in climate financing for 4 projects that is being distributed as follows... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to lead a Women’s Trade Mission to the United Kingdom
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, will lead her first Women’s Trade Mission to the United Kingdom (U.K.) from... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to lead a Women’s Trade Mission to the United Kingdom
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, will lead her first Women’s Trade Mission to the United Kingdom (U.K.) from... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Illinois Supreme Court Rules on BIPA Class Action Lawsuit
On February 2, 2023, the Illinois Supreme Court reversed in part and remanded a judgment of the lower appellate court in a class action lawsuit alleging violation of... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Minister Joly strengthens bilateral relationship with India’s Minister of External Affairs 
Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mélanie Joly, and India’s Minister of External Affairs, Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, met today in New Delhi for the Canada-India Strategic Dialogue. Marking a decade... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly strengthens bilateral relationship with India’s Minister of External Affairs 
Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mélanie Joly, and India’s Minister of External Affairs, Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, met today in New Delhi for the Canada-India Strategic Dialogue. Marking a decade... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
CPPA Approves Proposed Final CPRA Regulations for Submission to OAL
On February 3, 2023, the California Privacy Protection Agency Board unanimously approved for submission to California’s Office of Administrative Law proposed final California Privacy Rights Act regulations released... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Exclu Communication Service: 48 arrested in Europe over encrypted app used in drug trade
European investigators have shut down an encrypted communication service that was used as a secure channel for organized crime, particularly in the drug trade, and arrested 48 people,... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Probe into U.S. Olympic failings stunted by red tape in DC
More than 27 months since it was greenlighted by Congress, the panel established to investigate the inner workings of the U.S. Olympic structure has yet to conduct a... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Canada amends Myanmar sanctions
On 31 January 2023, Canada announced amendments to the Special Economic Measures (Burma) Regulations in response to the “ongoing repression of the people of Myanmar by the military”.... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
UK adopts Russian oil products price caps
A ban on the maritime transport of Russian refined oil products and the provision of related services came into force yesterday (5 February 2023), and with it $100... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Review of Australia’s Sanction Framework
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFAT), led by the Australian Sanctions Office (ASO), is undertaking a review of Australia’s Autonomous Sanctions Framework (Review),[1] ahead of the expiry on... more
2 years ago
Kerry Inc. Pleads Guilty and Agrees to Pay $19.228 Million in Connection with Insanitary Plant Conditions Linked to 2018 Salmonella Poisoning Outbreak
  U.S. Department of Justice FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, February 3, 2023 Food and ingredient manufacturing company Kerry Inc. pleaded guilty today to a charge that it manufactured... more
2 years ago
FDA Criminal Investigations
Brigid: A guide and a muse to modern women
Joyce Fegan takes a look at the name in history connecting in with both Oliver Cromwell and Adolf Hitler.... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
A guide to sites and events around Ireland honouring St Brigid
There are temples and shrines with barely recognisable stone carvings and holy wells associated with Brigid. Here's a selection.... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Threats, violence and swastika flags. What's happened to Ireland of the welcomes?
Refugees-welcome volunteers and community workers around the country have been threatened, doxxed on social media, and subjected to protests outside their homes. As anti-refugee sentiment is stoked by... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Let’s #GoForTheGoals: Statement from Minister Sajjan marking International Development Week
“International Development Week, which takes place this year from February 5 to 11, celebrates the many ways that Canadians work with partners in developing countries to help eradicate... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Let’s #GoForTheGoals: Statement from Minister Sajjan marking International Development Week
“International Development Week, which takes place this year from February 5 to 11, celebrates the many ways that Canadians work with partners in developing countries to help eradicate... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
How to be 18 again — for only $2m a year
Middle-aged tech centimillionaire Bryan Johnson and his team of 30 doctors say they have a plan to reboot his body... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Minister Joly to travel to India to deepen Indo-Pacific Strategy partnerships
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced that she will travel to Delhi, India, from February 6 to 7, to deepen bilateral ties and foster stronger partnerships.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly to travel to India to deepen Indo-Pacific Strategy partnerships
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced that she will travel to Delhi, India, from February 6 to 7, to deepen bilateral ties and foster stronger partnerships.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Guidance on Implementation of the Price Cap Policy for Crude Oil and Petroleum Products of Russian Federation Origin; Publication of Russia-related Determinations; Issuance of Russia-related General Licenses
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has published a determination pursuant to section 1(a)(ii), 1(b), and 5 of Executive Order (E.O.) 14071 and... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Olympic snowboarders sue coach, USOPC and ski federation over alleged abuse
Olympic bronze medalist Rosey Fletcher is among three former U.S. snowboarders suing their ex-coach, the U.S. Ski & Snowboard federation, and the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee alleging... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Canada sanctions additional Russian propagandists
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing further sanctions in relation to Russia’s illegal invasion and attempted annexation of Ukrainian territory.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada sanctions additional Russian propagandists
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing further sanctions in relation to Russia’s illegal invasion and attempted annexation of Ukrainian territory.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
UK government webinar on Russia trade sanctions & commercial services
The UK Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) is holding a webinar at 11am (UK time) on Tuesday 7 February on recent changes to UK sanctions... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Iran-related Designations and Designation Update; Non-Proliferation Designations; Counter Terrorism Designation Update
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
US designates international sanctions evasion network
On Wednesday (1 February 2023), OFAC listed 10 people and 12 entities who are alleged to make up a sanctions evasion network supporting Russia’s military-industrial complex, led by... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Minister Sajjan to kick off International Development Week with panel discussions on education for displaced populations and nature-based solutions at IMPAC5
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, will kick off this year’s International Development Week... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
For Educational Institutions, Post-Ransomware Harassment Requires A+ Messaging
Educational institutions have not been excluded from the ransomware epidemic, and stakeholder communications are critical to an effective response. In a typical double-extortion ransomware attack, threat actors demand... more
2 years ago
GoodRx to Pay $1.5 Million in First Ever FTC Health Breach Notification Rule Enforcement Action
On February 1, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission announced that it entered into a proposed order with GoodRx, a telehealth and prescription drug discount provider, for violations of... more
2 years ago
HuntonPrivacyBlog
Former Arkansas State Senator Sentenced for Bribery and Tax Fraud
A former Arkansas State Senator was sentenced today to 46 months in prison in the Eastern District of Arkansas for accepting multiple bribes and tax fraud in connection... more
2 years ago
Security Council ISIL (Da'esh) and Al-Qaida Sanctions Committee Amends 29 Entries to Its Sanctions List
On 2 February 2023, the Security Council Committee pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999), 1989 (2011) and 2253 (2015) concerning ISIL (Da’esh), Al‑Qaida and associated individuals, groups, undertakings and... more
2 years ago
UN.org
Announcement of new diplomatic appointment 
February 2, 2023 - Ottawa, Ontario - Global Affairs CanadaThe Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointment:Tom Clark becomes Consul General in... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Biographical note
Tom Clark is the chair of Global Public Affairs and one of Canada’s most respected journalists.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Putin draws parallels between World War II and Ukraine conflict
Russian President Vladimir Putin leveraged a World War II commemoration on Thursday to whip up support for his army's intervention in Ukraine, comparing the fighting to Nazi Germany's... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Scandals pave way for 2023 Six Nations rugby
This year's Six Nations Championship starts on Saturday -- and for officials confronting mutiple crises among Europe's elite, kick-off cannot come soon enough. The Welsh Rugby Union is... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Kadokawa Group: Tokyo Olympic bribery scandal
A Japanese company embroiled in the 2020 Tokyo Olympic corruption scandal said Thursday it would strengthen oversight to prevent further wrongdoing. Kadokawa “seriously betrayed public trust,” company president... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Canada Amends Myanmar Sanctions: 6 Individuals Targeted and New Prohibition on Aviation Fuel
On January 31, 2023, Canada announced amendments to the Special Economic Measures (Burma) Regulations  (the “Regulations”) in response to the “ongoing repression of the people of Myanmar by... more
2 years ago
Oil Price Cap Update: Refined Products
The UK and our allies have introduced some of the broadest and most severe sanctions against Russia that any country has ever faced. In alignment with our coalition... more
2 years ago
OFSI
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Lapse of authorisation license of the Company Providing Administrative Anmexis Corporate Services Ltd
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Lapse of authorisation license of the Company Providing Administrative Anmexis Corporate Services Ltd... more
2 years ago
United States: Government Designates Russian Proxy Wagner Group as a Significant Transnational Criminal Organization
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled US Government Designates Russian Proxy Wagner Group as a Significant Transnational Criminal Organization; Sanctions Wagner Group Affiliates, Oligarch Affiliates, and... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Ukraine introduces a new set of sanctions against Russian and Belarusian companies
Effective as of 31 January 2023, Ukraine introduced a new set of personal sanctions against 182 Russian and Belarusian legal entities, mainly transport and leasing companies as well... more
2 years ago
United States: OFAC issues amended Russia-related General Licenses and related FAQs
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled OFAC Issues Amended Russia-Related General Licenses and Related FAQs on 28 January 2023. Read the article via the link here. Please... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Spain: Rights experts call for probe into claim Catalan leaders were spied on
“Spanish authorities must conduct a full, fair, and effective investigation into these allegations, publish the findings and stop any unlawful interference into the fundamental rights of the Catalan minority... more
2 years ago
NZ, Australia want 'urgent' answers over Saudi sponsorship of Women's World Cup
Co-hosts New Zealand and Australia said Thursday they "urgently" want answers from FIFA over reports Saudi Arabia's tourist board will sponsor the 2023 Women's World Cup. Visit Saudi... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Oil broker arrested over supply of 18,000 tonnes of diesel to North Korea
The South Korean coastguard has announced the arrest of an oil broker who is alleged to have organised the supply of 18,000 tonnes of diesel worth 18 billion... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Switzerland implements the 9th package of EU sanctions against Russia
On 25 January 2023, Switzerland implemented the EU’s 9th sanctions package adopted on 16 December 2022, and is now again by and large in alignment with EU sanctions... more
2 years ago
Russia-related Designations; Counter Narcotics Designation Update
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Lapse of authorisation license of the Company Providing Administrative Panglobe Group Ltd
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Lapse of authorisation license of the Company Providing Administrative Panglobe Group Ltd... more
2 years ago
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Dissolution and liquidation of the RAIF Refalco Investment Funds RAIF V.C.I.C. PLC
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Dissolution and liquidation of the RAIF Refalco Investment Funds RAIF V.C.I.C. PLC... more
2 years ago
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Dissolution and liquidation of the RAIF MALAVET FUND RAIF V.C.I.C. LTD
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Dissolution and liquidation of the RAIF MALAVET FUND RAIF V.C.I.C. LTD... more
2 years ago
Saint, goddess, abortionist: Will the real Brigid please stand up?
Today is St Brigid's Day as we have always known it, but next Monday, depending on your line of work, you may be enjoying an extra day off... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
BOARD DECISIONS: CySEC Decision for Suspension of trading of shares of the company Ch. Charilaou Group Plc
BOARD DECISIONS: CySEC Decision for Suspension of trading of shares of the company Ch. Charilaou Group Plc... more
2 years ago
FTC Enforcement Action to Bar GoodRx from Sharing Consumers’ Sensitive Health Info for Advertising
  The Federal Trade Commission has taken enforcement action for the first time under its Health Breach Notification Rule against the telehealth and prescription drug discount provider GoodRx... more
2 years ago
FTC
La Baguette LLC, Dynamic Integrated Solutions Inc, Priority Acquisitions Inc: False Claims Act - Improper Paycheck Protection Program Loans
Three California companies have agreed to pay a total of $530,000 to settle allegations that they knowingly violated the False Claims Act when they received and retained more... more
2 years ago
Joint statement on second anniversary of military coup in Myanmar
A joint statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union, and the Foreign Ministers of Albania, Armenia, Australia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Canada, the Federated States... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister Ng on U.S. request for dispute settlement panel on tariff rate quotas for Canadian dairy products under Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, today issued the following statement in response to a request by the United... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
UK, US & Canada impose sanctions to mark anniversary of Myanmar coup
To coincide with the second anniversary of the 2021 Myanmar coup, the UK, US and Canada have designated a number of people and entities under their Myanmar sanctions... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Canadian province tries decriminalizing drugs to fight overdose crisis
The western Canadian province of British Columbia on Tuesday began a three-year pilot program to stop prosecuting people for carrying small amounts of heroin, meth, ecstasy, or crack... more
2 years ago
x.JT
NIST Releases New Framework for Managing AI and Promoting Trustworthy and Responsible Use and Development
On January 26, 2023, the National Institute of Standards and Technology released the Artificial Intelligence Risk Management Framework, which provides a set of guidelines for organizations that design,... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
Burma-related Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Canada imposes sanctions in relation to the 2021 coup d’état in Myanmar
On the eve of the second anniversary of the coup d’état by the Myanmar military, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced additional sanctions under... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder – Additional sanctions for Myanmar
Effective immediately, Canada is imposing sanctions against the following individuals in relation to the coup perpetrated by Myanmar’s armed forces on February 1, 2021. Canada is also imposing... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
US Government Designates Russian Proxy Wagner Group as a Significant Transnational Criminal Organization; Sanctions Wagner Group Affiliates, Oligarch Affiliates, and Military Industrial Complex Firms
On January 26, 2023, the US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) redesignated PMC Wagner (“Wagner Group”) a Significant Transnational Criminal Organization (“STCO”) pursuant... more
2 years ago
Gambit Matrix LLC: Former Florida CEO Sentenced to Prison for Tax Evasion (Jason Cory)
A former Jacksonville company CEO was sentenced yesterday to 32 months in prison for willfully attempting to evade the assessment of his federal income taxes. According to court... more
2 years ago
California AG Announces CCPA Enforcement Sweep Aimed at Mobile Apps and Authorized Agent Requests
On January 27, 2023, California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced a new enforcement sweep aimed at businesses with mobile apps and other businesses that fail to comply with... more
2 years ago
Privacy & Information Security Law Blog
New Year, New Noom? What our re-testing of the weight-loss platform taught us
2 years ago
Privacy International News Feed
World 'dangerously unprepared' for next crisis: Red Cross
All countries remain "dangerously unprepared" for the next pandemic, the Red Cross warned on Monday, saying future health crises could also collide with increasingly likely climate-related disasters. Despite... more
2 years ago
x.JT
China coast guard drives away Japanese vessels from disputed waters in the East China Sea
China's coast guard drove away Japanese vessels from waters around disputed East China Sea islets on Monday, according to Chinese state media. Disputed East China Sea islets claimed... more
2 years ago
x.JT
UK Court judgment on the impact of sanctions on litigation / judgments involving designated persons; Bank Otkritie v Mints
The Commercial Court in has given a detailed judgment on various aspects of the impact of Russia sanctions on ongoing litigation involving a sanctioned party. The judge gave... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Japan introduces further sanctions against Russia
The Japanese government introduced further sanctions against Russia and Belarus on 27 January 2023. These include: Designations of additional Russian individuals and entities The Japanese government designated an... more
2 years ago
Restraining protest surveillance: When should surveillance of protesters become unlawful?
2 years ago
Privacy International News Feed
Q&A: Our challenge with Liberty against MI5 and the Home Secretary (2023)
2 years ago
Privacy International News Feed
Press: Landmark ruling exposes years of rule breaking by MI5
2 years ago
Privacy International News Feed
NOTIFICATIONS OF APPROVED PROSPECTUSES: Citigroup Inc., Citigroup Global Markets Holdings Inc., Citigroup Global Markets Funding Luxembourg S.C.A.
NOTIFICATIONS OF APPROVED PROSPECTUSES: Citigroup Inc., Citigroup Global Markets Holdings Inc., Citigroup Global Markets Funding Luxembourg S.C.A.... more
2 years ago
Announcement: Commissioner submits brief at request of Special Joint Committee on the Declaration of Emergency
Announcement... more
2 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Birth information: ‘Tusla knows I met my birth mother — and I still have not got my files’
Adoptees speak of frustration and delays getting their own information under the Birth Information and Tracing Act... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Logan Square Aluminum Supply: Lead Violations
Today, the Justice Department and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a settlement with Logan Square Aluminum Supply Inc., resolving alleged violations of the federal Lead Renovation, Repair... more
2 years ago
AP: Ukraine Corruption Scandal; U.S. likely to OK sending Abrams tanks
Several senior Ukrainian officials, including front-line governors, lost their jobs Tuesday in a corruption scandal plaguing President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's government as it grapples with the nearly 11-month-old Russian... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Classified documents probe pushes Biden think tank into spotlight
As Joe Biden contemplated his next move in 2017 after decades in government, he considered a familiar path — creating a Washington-based think tank to focus on international... more
2 years ago
x.JT
British PM Sunak fires party chairman over tax bill allegations
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak fired the chairman of the governing Conservative Party on Sunday for a “serious breach” of ethics rules in failing to come clean about... more
2 years ago
x.JT
‘Boys are often targeted and radicalised online’
His videos have been watched 11.6bn times, with Irish boys making up a portion of those views. But what influence is rape apologist Andrew Tate having in Irish... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Dark events in Kilflynn and Ballyseedy became a microcosm of Ireland’s Civil War 
Overlooking the tranquil meander of the Shanow River is the small, rural, North Kerry village of Kilflynn whose history is interwoven with the savage ...... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
North Korea calls U.S. pledge of tanks to Ukraine 'unethical crime'
North Korea on Sunday criticized for a second day a U.S. decision to send Abrams tanks to Ukraine, calling it an "unethical crime" aimed at perpetuating an unstable... more
2 years ago
x.JT
OFAC Issues Amended Russia-Related General Licenses and Related FAQs
On January 17, 2023, the US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) amended (i) certain Russia-related General Licenses (“GLs”) and (ii) four Russia-related Frequently... more
2 years ago
Statement on Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons report on Assad regime’s chemical weapons attack on Douma in 2018
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement on the release of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) report on... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Camp Shamrock fights hard to come to terms with Seán Rooney's death
Behind the daily routines, Camp Shamrock is still coming to terms with the death of Private Seán Rooney, writes Neil Michael... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Canada joins the Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, today joined Antony Blinken, U.S. Secretary of State, and Katherine Tai, U.S. Trade... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Sajjan signs $120-million sovereign loan agreement and announces funding for projects in Jordan
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, met in Ottawa with Jordan’s Ayman Safadi, Minister... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces funding for projects in Jordan
Canada has announced $28.5 million in development assistance funding for 3 projects in Jordan. It is being distributed as follows...... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement on International Holocaust Remembrance Day
“Today, 78 years after the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp, we remember the millions of people who were viciously murdered in the Holocaust. We think of those... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Usain Bolt fires business manager over Jamaica fraud case
Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt told reporters Friday that he is baffled over how $12.7 million of his money has gone missing from a local private investment firm that... more
2 years ago
x.JT
As Hutch awaits verdict, what do we know of the six-minute attack and a trial six years in the making?
The case against Gerry Hutch hinges on two critical aspects – the infamous audio tapes and the testimony of Jonathan Dowdall. Three judges have just under three months... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Canada's Supreme Court gives mixed rulings on gun crime penalties
Canada's Supreme Court found one mandatory minimum sentence for a firearm offense unconstitutional and upheld two others in a pair of decisions published on Friday. Two of the... more
2 years ago
x.JT
China, U.S. spar at WTO meeting over disputes
China and the United States exchanged sharp criticism at a World Trade Organization meeting on Friday, with Beijing calling Washington a "unilateral bully" and the U.S. accusing its... more
2 years ago
x.JT
David J. Miller and Minnesota Independent Cooperative, Inc., Convicted in Multi-Million-Dollar Prescription Drug Diversion Scheme
Department of Justice U.S. Attorney’s Office Northern District of California FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, January 27, 2023 After two-week trial, federal jury found Miller and his company both... more
2 years ago
FDA Criminal Investigations
Ukraine lists 32 with links to Russian and Ukrainian Orthodox Churches
On Monday (23 January 2023), Ukraine designated 22 Russian citizens with links to the Russian Orthodox Church in response to their support of “terror and genocidal policy”. Those... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
: Russia: EU prolongs economic sanctions over Russia’s military aggression against Ukraine
: Russia: EU prolongs economic sanctions over Russia’s military aggression against Ukraine... more
2 years ago
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Dissolution and liquidation of the RAIF WeFund Capital RAIF V.C.I.C. Plc
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Dissolution and liquidation of the RAIF WeFund Capital RAIF V.C.I.C. Plc... more
2 years ago
NOTIFICATIONS OF APPROVED PROSPECTUSES: Fidelity Exchange Traded Products GmbH
NOTIFICATIONS OF APPROVED PROSPECTUSES: Fidelity Exchange Traded Products GmbH... more
2 years ago
United States: US President signs bill targeting theft of US trade secrets into law
On 5 January 2023, President Biden signed the Protecting American Intellectual Property Act into law. This law seeks to deter the theft of US intellectual property by non-US... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
United States: Assessing the impact of evolving DOJ corporate enforcement policies on criminal sanctions
On 17 January 2023, the US Department of Justice issued a revised version of its Criminal Division Corporate Enforcement Policy (CEP). The CEP sets out the Criminal Division’s... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
United States: Annual increase in civil monetary penalties for OFAC, State, Commerce, and DOE
The US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control, the US Department of State, the US Department of Commerce, and the US Department of Energy issued... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
FTC Finalizes Order with Ed Tech Provider Chegg for Lax Security that Exposed Student Data
In a complaint first announced in October 2022, the FTC said that Chegg failed to protect the personal information it collected from users and employees. For example, the... more
2 years ago
FTC
Philippines to appeal ICC resumption of drug war probe: Thousands dead
The Philippine government said Friday it intended to appeal an International Criminal Court decision to reopen an inquiry into Manila's brutal anti-drug campaign, which left thousands dead. The... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Minister Ng to participate in the launch of the Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, will join United States Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken and United States... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
With Highest Number of Violent Conflicts Since Second World War, United Nations Must Rethink Efforts to Achieve, Sustain Peace, Speakers Tell Security Council
Against a backdrop of the highest number of violent conflicts since the Second World War and a consequent, pervasive sense of insecurity around the world, the United Nations... more
2 years ago
UN.org
Turkey says Sweden complicit in hate crime, NATO talks pointless
Turkey’s foreign minister on Thursday accused Sweden of being complicit in a “hate and racist crime” for failing to prevent weekend protests in Stockholm by an anti-Islam and... more
2 years ago
x.JT
EU: NIS2 enters into force
On 16 January 2023, the Directive on measures for a high common level of cybersecurity across the Union (“NIS2”) entered into force. NIS2 replaces the Directive on Security of Network and... more
2 years ago
Russia-related Designations and Designation Update; Central African Republic Designations; Transnational Criminal Organizations Designation; Global Magnitsky Designations; Issuance of Global Magnitsky General Licenses and Frequently Asked Questions
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Global Magnitsky General License 5, "Authorizing Certain Transactions Related to Frigorifico Chajha S.A.E." and General... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Speech: We will not become numb to the suffering caused by Russia's illegal invasion: UK statement to the OSCE
Ambassador Bush condemns Russia's attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure, and stresses Russia will not break the resolve of the Ukrainian people.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Third parties asked UK to add 1,002 to Russian & Belarus sanctions lists
In response to a freedom of information request by Bloomberg News, the FCDO has said that it received 37 requests from third parties (including NGOs, other entities or... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Dutch Supreme Court judgment on intent in criminal sanctions violations
The Dutch Supreme Court handed down a judgment on 10th January 2023 interpreting the Sanctions Act 1977 and Economic Offences Act which criminalise sanctions breaches in the Netherlands. The... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
News release: Home Depot’s failed to obtain customer consent before sharing personal data with Meta
News release... more
2 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Statement by the Privacy Commissioner of Canada following an investigation into Home Depot of Canada Inc.’s compliance with PIPEDA
Statement by the Privacy Commissioner of Canada following an investigation into Home Depot of Canada Inc.’s compliance with PIPEDA... more
2 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Sudan Not Meeting Cooperation Requirements with International Criminal Court, Prosecutor Tells Security Council, Urging Khartoum to Act Now
While the International Criminal Court’s trial stemming from the Security Council’s first-ever referral of a situation has progressed swiftly with an intended close by February, Sudan has not... more
2 years ago
UN.org
Following 12 Years Filled with War, Sanctions, Syria Faces Worsening Humanitarian, Economic Crisis of ‘Epic Proportions’, Special Envoy Tells Security Council
Twelve years filled with destruction and war, corruption, sanctions and the Lebanese financial collapse, as well as the recent COVID-19 pandemic and the war in Ukraine, have contributed... more
2 years ago
UN.org
Japanese gene bank a vital insurance policy against food crop threats
The preservation of plant seeds as a genetic resource is becoming more and more important at a time when many crops are threatened by extinction or lower productive... more
2 years ago
x.JT
US President Signs Bill Targeting Theft of US Trade Secrets Into Law
On January 5, 2023, President Biden signed the Protecting American Intellectual Property Act into law. This law seeks to deter the theft of US intellectual property by non-US... more
2 years ago
Former FBI agent & Russian translator charged with violating US sanctions
On Monday (23 January 2023), a 5-count indictment was unsealed in the US District Court for the Southern District of New York charging former FBI agent Charles McGonigal... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Press Release – CySEC Survey on retail inverstor behaviours and habits
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Press Release – CySEC Survey on retail inverstor behaviours and habits... more
2 years ago
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Warning regarding unregulated entities
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Warning regarding unregulated entities... more
2 years ago
Announcement: OPC releases new Privacy Act Bulletin for Data Privacy Week on improving PIAs
Announcement... more
2 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Media Advisory: Privacy Commissioner to release findings following investigation into Home Depot
Media Advisory... more
2 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Justice Department Finds Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections Violates the Constitution By Incarcerating People Beyond Their Release Dates
The Justice Department announced today that it has concluded there is reasonable cause to believe that the Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections (LDOC) routinely confines people... more
2 years ago
Four Men Convicted of Engaging in a Child Exploitation Enterprise
A federal court convicted a Washington state man yesterday for engaging in a child exploitation enterprise. According to court documents and evidence presented at trial, Christopher William Kuehner,... more
2 years ago
Key Political Developments, Sanctions Offer Hope to Haiti’s Recovery if Supported by International Community, Special Representative Tells Security Council
Despite worsening security and humanitarian crises, key developments — including the establishment of a sanctions regime and the recent signing of a national accord — can bring accountability,... more
2 years ago
UN.org
Statement by Minister Ng on U.S. preliminary duty rates on Canadian softwood lumber
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, today issued the following statement regarding the fourth administrative reviews by the U.S.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
OFAC adds 6 to terrorism sanctions list over alleged links to Hizballah
OFAC today designated Lebanese national Hassan Moukalled, a money exchanger and ‘financial expert’ who is alleged to play a key role in enabling Hizballah to exploit and exacerbate... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
AP: Twitter faces lawsuits over unpaid rent for HQ offices in U.S., UK
More landlords are taking Twitter to court over unpaid rent, this time at the social media company’s headquarters in San Francisco and its British offices — the latest... more
2 years ago
x.JT
U.S. Justice Department sues Google over digital advertising dominance
The Justice Department and eight states filed an antitrust suit against Google on Tuesday, seeking to shatter its alleged monopoly on the entire ecosystem of online advertising as... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Statement by Minister Sajjan on International Day of Education
“This year’s theme for the International Day of Education is ‘To Invest in People, Prioritize Education.’ Investments in quality education help people to reach their potential and build... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Security Council 2374 Committee Holds Meeting with ECOWAS to Discuss Implementation of 2374 Sanctions Measures
On 14 December 2022, the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2374 (2017) concerning Mali held informal consultations with the Permanent Observer of the Economic Community of... more
2 years ago
UN.org
'Always assume the worst will happen': Calls for urgent response to tackle rise in dog attacks
A spate of recent dog attacks has highlighted the dearth of laws around management of pets and the lack of knowledge among the public about what can happen.... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
'Pen testing' your privacy program: Steps to test your privacy compliance before the onset of litigation or enforcement actions
Privacy litigation and regulatory enforcement actions are booming. There has been a sharp increase in plaintiff's firms and consumer groups scanning through company websites, mobile apps and other... more
2 years ago
IAPP Privacy Advisor
Privacy presented an ‘opportunity’ for Kirk Nahra, now he gives back
When Kirk Nahra, CIPP/US, talks about his career, the WilmerHale partner and Cybersecurity Privacy Practice co-chair doesn’t give the impression that he is a leading voice on privacy... more
2 years ago
IAPP Privacy Advisor
Mick Clifford: Where now for the Burkes, who can't help getting in their own way?
Enoch Burke could have challenged his employer properly and possibly made a splash in the courts. But no. Because he and members of his family just can't stop... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
: Iran: EU adopts further restrictive measures against human rights violations
: Iran: EU adopts further restrictive measures against human rights violations... more
2 years ago
Citadel Energy, Duke Equity: Investment Fraud (Joey Stanton Dodson)
A California man was sentenced today to five years in prison for defrauding investors of more than $15 million in connection with a scheme to misappropriate investor funds... more
2 years ago
Google: Civil Antitrust Suit - Google monopolizes key digital advertising technologies
Today, the Justice Department, along with the Attorneys General of California, Colorado, Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Tennessee, and Virginia, filed a civil antitrust suit against... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
General Commercial Group Pty Ltd (Urban Commercial Group), Eden Capital (Australia) Pty Ltd (Southside Lending): Misconduct (Dale Brendan Heremaia, Benjamin Eden Heremaia)
Home finance companies General Commercial Group Pty Ltd (formerly known as Urban Commercial Group) and Eden Capital (Australia) Pty Ltd (formerly known as Southside Lending) have each been... more
2 years ago
xx.brokernews
Assessing the Impact of Evolving US DOJ Corporate Enforcement Policies on Criminal Sanctions Cases
On January 17, 2023, the US Department of Justice (“DOJ” or the “Department”) issued a revised version of its Criminal Division Corporate Enforcement Policy (“CEP”). The CEP sets... more
2 years ago
Ghislaine Maxwell claims Jeffrey Epstein was murdered in jail
Convicted sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell has claimed the disgraced late U.S. financier Jeffrey Epstein was murdered in prison, in an interview with a British broadcaster that aired on... more
2 years ago
x.JT
US DoJ indicts Russian & UK nationals for sanctions evasion in relation to Vekselberg-connected yacht
On Friday (20 January 2023), indictments were unsealed in the US District Court for the District of Columbia charging Russian national Vladislav Osipov and UK national Richard Masters... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
DOJ’s Criminal Division Announces Revised Corporate Enforcement Policy
On January 17, 2023, Assistant Attorney General for the Criminal Division (“AAG”) Kenneth A. Polite, Jr. announced significant revisions to the U.S. Department of Justice, Criminal Division, corporate... more
2 years ago
UK & EU adopt Iran sanctions
The UK and EU today designated several people and entities under their Iran sanctions regimes in response violence against Iranian citizens. These are summarised below. UK Following the... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Belgium: Constitutional Court rules that third parties should be able to appeal DPA decisions
Authors: Heidi Waem – Nicolas Becker Following a reference for a preliminary ruling by the Belgian Council of State, the Belgian Constitutional Court ruled that an interested third... more
2 years ago
Iran-related Designations and Designation Update; Non-Proliferation Designation Update; Counter Terrorism Designation Update
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
ANNOUNCEMENTS: AuM of Collective Investments for the 3rd quarter of 2022 reached €9.9bn
ANNOUNCEMENTS: AuM of Collective Investments for the 3rd quarter of 2022 reached €9.9bn... more
2 years ago
Bernard Phelan told his sister from his Iranian jail cell 'he was going to do a Bobby Sands'
While the Irish travel consultant languishes in the notorious Vakilabad Prison, his family fears for his life, writes Neil Michael... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Former Special Agent in Charge of the FBI New York Counterintelligence Division Charged with Violating U.S. Sanctions on Russia
A former Special Agent in Charge of the FBI New York Counterintelligence Division and a former Soviet and Russian diplomat were arrested Saturday on criminal charges related to... more
2 years ago
Eamon Ryan: 'Irish people want to play their part' in helping environment
Whether by bus, bike or train, with just two years left in this Government, Eamon Ryan is a man in a hurry ... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Fifty Irish People On Their Top Tip For Happiness This New Year
    50 Irish People Share Their Top Tip For Happiness By:  Denise O'Donoghue As we start a new year, ...... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
The big transition: Tips to help students and families navigate the college journey
Laurie O’Flynn outlines a selection of useful steps for students to take ahead of entering college for the first time... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
How can someone die alone and lie undiscovered for years?
Tim O’Sullivan’s remains were left undiscovered in his house in Mallow for up to two decades. ANN MURPHY looks at his and similar lonely deaths, and asks how... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Peru closes Machu Picchu as protesters face arrest in Lima
Peru closed its famed tourist site Machu Picchu Saturday as authorities expelled protesters from a Lima university where they have been sheltering as they wage relentless anti-government demonstrations... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Minister Ng met with WTO members, hosted meeting of Ottawa Group
This week, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, participated in a WTO informal ministerial meeting hosted by Switzerland in... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
'First the banks, then post offices ... now rural Ireland is losing its priests' 
In small rural parishes, the loss of a priest through retirement or death is keenly felt, says Conor Capplis, with the Catholic Church slow to react to a... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Inclusive schemes open doors for wide cohort of students and ease path to college 
Education Correspondent Jess Casey looks at schemes that improve access to college for students with disability and from disadvantaged backgrounds... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Statement on peace process in Cameroon
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement on the announcement of a peace process aimed at resolving the ongoing crisis in the... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
At Least 32 Peacekeeping, Associated Personnel Killed in Malicious Attacks during 2022, United Nations Staff Union President Says
At least 32 United Nations peacekeeping personnel — 28 military and four police, including one woman police officer — were killed in deliberate attacks in 2022, the United... more
2 years ago
UN.org
UK House of Commons International Trade Committee inquiry on Russia trade sanctions – evidence by 17 March
The House of Commons cross-party International Trade Committee has called for written evidence for its enquiry into UK trade sanctions on Russia. Press Release & Call for Evidence.... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Withdrawal of Investors Compensation Fund (ICF) membership
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Withdrawal of Investors Compensation Fund (ICF) membership... more
2 years ago
Meta Fined €390 Million by Irish DPC for Alleged Breaches of GDPR, Including in Behavioral Advertising Context
On January 4, 2023, the Irish Data Protection Commission (“DPC”) announced the conclusion of two inquiries into the data processing practices of Meta Platforms, Inc. (“Meta”) with respect... more
2 years ago
HuntonPrivacyBlog
Polish press reports on the possible 10th package of EU sanctions against Russia
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled Polish press reports on the possible 10th package of EU sanctions against Russia on 16 January 2023. Read the article... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Tender regarding the ‘Provision of services by four (4) experts for the assessment of applications for granting authorisation to CIFs, ASPs, UCITS Man Cos, AIFs, UCITS, AIFMs, AIFLNPs, Crowdfunding platforms, Registration of RAIF and CASPs and monitoring of substantial changes to regulated entities’
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Tender regarding the ‘Provision of services by four (4) experts for the assessment of applications for granting authorisation to CIFs, ASPs, UCITS Man Cos, AIFs, UCITS, AIFMs,... more
2 years ago
Canada: 2023 Canadian trade outlook – Economic sanctions
Throughout 2022, there were substantial legislative developments under Canada’s unilateral sanctions regime. New sanctions regulations were implemented or amended in response to the war in Ukraine and in... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Dutch Supreme Court confirms low standard of proof for intentional EU sanctions violations
In a judgment of 10 January 2023 (ECLI:NL:HR:2023:2), the Dutch Supreme Court confirmed that the applicable standard of proof for “intentional” violations of EU sanctions under Dutch law... more
2 years ago
Ukraine introduces extensive sanctions packages against Russian media personalities
Effective as of 10 and 17 January 2023, Ukraine introduced two sets of personal sanctions targeting 317 individuals, mainly Russian public and media personalities (TV presenters, journalists, artists,... more
2 years ago
2023 International Trade and Supply Chain Webinar Series
Join us for our 20th Annual Global Trade and Supply Chain Webinar Series which includes updates across the latest international trade and supply chain compliance developments. This year,... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
North Korean National Mun Chol Myong Sentenced in the U.S. for Money Laundering to acquire goods for North Korea
Mun Chol Myong (Mun), 55, a national of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK), was sentenced today in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia... more
2 years ago
DePuy Synthes, Inc. Agrees to Pay $9.75 Million to Settle Allegations Concerning Kickbacks Paid to Massachusetts Orthopedic Surgeon
Medical device manufacturer DePuy Synthes, Inc. (DePuy), a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson, has agreed to pay $9.75 million to resolve allegations it violated the False Claims Act... more
2 years ago
Arrest, Criminal Charges Against British, Russian Businessmen for Facilitating Russian Sanctions Evasion - Oligarch’s $90 Million Yacht
Two businessmen, Vladislov Ospiov, 51, a dual Russian and Swiss national, and Richard Masters, 52, a United Kingdom national, are charged in separate indictments unsealed today in the... more
2 years ago
Minister Ng speaks with United Kingdom’s Secretary of State for International Trade Kemi Badenoch
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, met with Kemi Badenoch, the United Kingdom’s Secretary of State for International... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Boeing ordered to be arraigned on charge in Max Jet crashes
A federal judge has ordered Boeing Co to be arraigned on a felony charge stemming from crashes of two 737 Max jets, a ruling that threatens to unravel... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Counter Terrorism Designation Removal
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
US company & owner plead guilty to violating export controls
Tao Jiang and his California-based company Broad Tech System, Inc. have pleaded guilty in US federal court to conspiracy, violation of the Export Control Act and money laundering... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Irish Civil War: The Battle of Kenmare and the IRA’s 'September offensive' in Kerry 
In September 1922, the IRA launched attacks on Kenmare and Killorglin, representing some of the largest Republican offences of the Civil War, writes Dr Richard McElligott... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Europe: CJEU decision – Right of access to individual recipients of personal data
On 12 January 2023, the European Court of Justice (“CJEU”) delivered its judgment regarding the right of access to personal data under Article 15 GDPR. The CJEU held... more
2 years ago
Empire Bulkers Limited and Joanna Maritime Limited: Environmental Crimes (Greece)
Empire Bulkers Limited and Joanna Maritime Limited, two related companies based in Greece, were sentenced today for committing knowing and willful violations of the Act to Prevent Pollution... more
2 years ago
2023 CANADIAN TRADE OUTLOOK: ECONOMIC SANCTIONS
Throughout January and February 2023, Baker McKenzie’s Canadian international trade team is publishing a series of articles focusing on developing Canadian trade compliance issues. This article focuses on... more
2 years ago
OFAC issues Russia and Venezuela-related General Licences
OFAC yesterday issued 3 Russia-related and a Venezuela-related General Licence (GL). Notice & Notice. Russia OFAC has issued: Russia-related GL 6C, “Transactions Related to Agricultural Commodities, Medicine, Medical... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
BOARD DECISIONS: CySEC Decision for the imposition of an administrative fine to the company Schwarzwald Capital Fund AIFLNP V.C.I.C. Limited (ex Verostar Fund AIFLNP V.C.I.C. Limited)
BOARD DECISIONS: CySEC Decision for the imposition of an administrative fine to the company Schwarzwald Capital Fund AIFLNP V.C.I.C. Limited (ex Verostar Fund AIFLNP V.C.I.C. Limited)... more
2 years ago
BOARD DECISIONS: CySEC Decision for Influence exercised by Petros Zachariades to the sound and prudent management of the CIF Crowd Tech Ltd
BOARD DECISIONS: CySEC Decision for Influence exercised by Petros Zachariades to the sound and prudent management of the CIF Crowd Tech Ltd... more
2 years ago
Issuance of Venezuela-related General License and Amended Venezuela-related Frequently Asked Question
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Venezuela-related General License 5J, "Authorizing Certain Transactions Related to the Petroleos de Venezuela, S.A. 2020... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Minister Joly to hold press conference with U.K. Foreign Secretary James Cleverly
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Right Honourable James Cleverly, Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs of the United Kingdom will... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Vietnamese president resigns, criticized for major scandals
Vietnamese President Nguyen Xuan Phuc resigned Tuesday, becoming the most senior member of the government to step down after a series of high-profile corruption scandals for which he... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Issuance of Russia-related General Licenses and Amended Russia-related Frequently Asked Questions
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Russia-related General License 6C "Transactions Related to Agricultural Commodities, Medicine, Medical Devices, Replacement Parts and... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Whole Foods Settles BIPA Voiceprint Class Action 
On January 3, 2023, an Illinois state court entered a preliminary approval order for a settlement of nearly $300,000 in a class action lawsuit against Whole Foods for... more
2 years ago
HuntonPrivacyBlog
OFAC issues counter terrorism GL & guidance on Iran communication GL
OFAC has issued General Licence (GL) 21B, “Authorising Limited Safety and Environmental Transactions Involving Certain Vessels”, under its Global Terrorism Sanctions Regulations. The GL authorises until 13 April... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
United States and Türkiye Impose Joint Sanctions Against ISIS Financing Network
On 5 January 2023, the US and Turkish governments imposed sanctions targeting four individuals and two entities determined to be associated with the financial facilitation network of the... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Germany: Transparency Register / Sanctions Enforcement Act II
The second act on the effective enforcement of sanctions (Sanctions Enforcement Act II) came into force on 1 January 2023. This includes not only sanctions-related measures, but also... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Dissolution and liquidation of the RAIF PYXUS RAIF V.C.I.C. LTD
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Dissolution and liquidation of the RAIF PYXUS RAIF V.C.I.C. LTD... more
2 years ago
Minister Joly to welcome U.K. foreign secretary to Canada
During the visit, the ministers will discuss ways to advance transatlantic security cooperation, particularly in the face of Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine. Ministers Joly and Cleverly will... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement on punitive measures taken against the Palestinian Authority by Israel
“We are deeply concerned by the punitive measures taken against the Palestinian Authority, which were recently announced by the Government of Israel, as well as the impact of... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces funding for projects in the Caribbean
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, concluded a productive trip to Barbados and Jamaica... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Military Contractor Pleads Guilty to Bid Rigging: Aaron Stephens, John Mark Leveritt, Red River Army Depot (Texas)
A Texas military contractor pleaded guilty on Jan. 12 to rigging bids on public military contracts in the state of Texas. According to court documents, Aaron Stephens, 53,... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
US President Signs Two Bills with Implications for Sanctions, Export Controls, and Related Subjects
Just before the holidays, President Biden signed two bills passed in the final days of the last Congress that contain a number of provisions with implications for sanctions,... more
2 years ago
Security Council ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida Sanctions Committee Adds One Entry to Its Sanctions List
On 16 January 2023, the Security Council Committee pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999), 1989 (2011) and 2253 (2015) concerning ISIL (Da’esh), Al-Qaida, and associated individuals, groups, undertakings and... more
2 years ago
UN.org
Ukraine adds 198 people & 1 entity to sanctions list
Yesterday (15 January 2023), Ukrainian President Zelenskyy signed a decree to impose sanctions on 198 Russian, Ukrainian and Belarusian citizens for their alleged involvement in Russia’s aggression against... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Italy's most-wanted Mafia boss nabbed after 30 years on run
Italy’s No. 1 fugitive, a Mafia boss convicted of helping to mastermind some of the nation’s most heinous slayings, was arrested Monday when he sought treatment at a... more
2 years ago
x.JT
UK lists Iranian Prosecutor General following execution of Alireza Akbari
In response to the execution of British-Iranian dual national Alireza Akbari on Saturday (14 January 2023), the UK designated Iran’s Prosecutor General Mohammad Jafar Montazeri pursuant to its... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Dissolution and liquidation of the investment compartments Platform Capital Sub-Fund Two and Platform Capital Sub-Fund Three
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Dissolution and liquidation of the investment compartments Platform Capital Sub-Fund Two and Platform Capital Sub-Fund Three... more
2 years ago
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Dissolution and liquidation of the investment compartment VF Investments Sub-Fund Three
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Dissolution and liquidation of the investment compartment VF Investments Sub-Fund Three... more
2 years ago
B&Bs may be dwindling in number but they're not a thing of the past 
There's been an 80% drop in the number of bed & breakfasts in the last few decades but reforms in the way they are registered and supported are... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Top U.S. court backs WhatsApp suit over Pegasus spyware
The U.S. Supreme Court has rejected a bid by NSO Group to block a WhatsApp lawsuit accusing the Israeli tech firm of allowing mass cyberespionage of journalists and... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Lights, camera, Ireland: The film locations that are a box office hit for Irish tourism
Progressive tax measures, high-quality studio and stage facilities, and a strong local talent and skill pool has seen Ireland’s screen industry thrive, allowing billions of viewers to see... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Brazil's Supreme Court agrees to probe Bolsonaro for riot
Brazil’s Supreme Court has agreed to investigate whether former president Jair Bolsonaro incited the far-right mob that ransacked the country’s Congress, top court and presidential offices, a swift... more
2 years ago
x.JT
'It's time to remove the negativity around HRT,' says expert leading Mid-West menopause clinic 
Cathy Casey, who works in a new menopause clinic in Nenagh, tells Health Correspondent Niamh Griffin how the hub operates and how hormone replacement therapy needs to be... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Irish Examiner Readers Photography Competition Winners 2022
  Irish Examiner Readers Photography Competition Winners 2022 With over 1,500 entries submitted during the course of the year, our ...... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Taiwan expands the list of export control items to Russia and Belarus
On January 4, 2023, Taiwan announced the addition of 52 new export control entries controlling nuclear energy and other commodities, materials and chemicals, tools and machineryfor Russia and... more
2 years ago
OFAC adjusts maximum civil monetary penalties for inflation
OFAC has issued a Final Rule adjusting its maximum civil monetary penalty amounts for inflation pursuant to the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990, as amended... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Trump Organization fined $1.6 mil for tax fraud
A New York judge on Friday fined Donald Trump's family business the maximum penalty possible of $1.6 million for committing tax fraud. The sum, paltry to the billionaire... more
2 years ago
x.JT
US: Google to pay $29.5 million to Indiana and District of Columbia to settle location privacy suits
Authors: Andrew Serwin, Matt Dhaiti On December 29, 2022, Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita announced a settlement agreement with Google to resolve allegations that Google misrepresented how it... more
2 years ago
Minister Sajjan announces support for COVID-19 vaccination and health systems in Latin America and the Caribbean
As the pandemic continues to evolve, it is critical to ensure high risk populations can access vaccines. In Latin America and the Caribbean, like in other regions, health... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
US national pleads guilty to violating US sanctions on Iran
Behrouz Mokhtari, a naturalised US citizen, has pleaded guilty in US federal court to 2 separate schemes to evade US sanctions on Iran by engaging in business activities... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Dissolution and liquidation of RAIF Corinth Capital RAIF V.C.I.C. Ltd
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Dissolution and liquidation of RAIF Corinth Capital RAIF V.C.I.C. Ltd... more
2 years ago
Speech: Russia’s illegal and inhumane assault against Ukraine’s civilian population continues: UK statement to the OSCE
Ambassador Neil Bush condemns Russia’s continued attacks against civilians and critical infrastructure in Ukraine.... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
RELATED ANNOUNCEMENTS AND CIRCULARS: Certification Examination Results for December 2022
RELATED ANNOUNCEMENTS AND CIRCULARS: Certification Examination Results for December 2022... more
2 years ago
Minister Ng meets with Nigeria’s Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment
During the meeting, Minister Ng and Minister Adebayo reaffirmed ongoing efforts to finalize a foreign investment promotion and protection agreement that would help grow investments and businesses and... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng meets with Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary of the Ministry of Trade, Investment and Industry
Minister Ng highlighted Canada’s commitment to fostering a close partnership with Kenya, especially growing our bilateral commercial ties in the clean technology, Internet and communications technology, education, services... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Issuance of Counter Terrorism General License and Amended Frequently Asked Question
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Counter Terrorism General License 21B "Authorizing Limited Safety and Environmental Transactions Involving Certain Vessels" and... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Over 70,000 university staff in Britain to strike for 18 days over pay
More than 70,000 staff at 150 universities across the UK will strike for 18 days between February and March in disputes over pay, working conditions and pensions, the... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Canada marks 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations with Republic of Korea
“On January 14, our two countries will be celebrating our long-standing and special relationship. We are neighbours in the North Pacific and value a common vision of a... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Implementation of the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is amending its regulations to implement for 2023 the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990,... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
UK updates Armenia & Azerbaijan arms embargo guidance
On Tuesday (10 January 2023), the UK FCDO and ECJU have updated their Guidance on the arms embargoes in place on Armenia and Azerbaijan to clarify that: “Supplies... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Kambiz Youabian Pleads Guilty to Selling Used and Counterfeit Medical Devices for Skin Tightening & Fat Burning
LOS ANGELES – A Tarzana man pleaded guilty today to federal criminal charges for running a nearly $6 million scheme in which he knowingly sold used skin-tightening medical... more
2 years ago
FDA Criminal Investigations
OFAC issues Venezuela-related General Licence 31B
OFAC has issued Venezuela-related General Licence (GL) 31B, “Certain Transactions Involving the IV Venezuelan National Assembly and Certain Other Persons”, which replaces and supersedes GL 31A in its... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
One year on from Ashling Murphy's death has anything really changed? 
Since 23-year-old Ashling Murphy was killed, on a bright afternoon in Tullamore while out for a run, 11 more women died in violent circumstances, with 2022 the worst... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Crypto Fraud Victims Receive Over $17 Million in Restitution from BitConnect Scheme
A federal district court in San Diego ordered today that over $17 million in restitution be distributed to approximately 800 victims from over 40 different countries due to... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
United States Complaint Against Bob Dean Jr. and Affiliated Corporate Entities for Financial Misconduct Stemming from Evacuation of Nursing Homes During Hurricane Ida
The United States has filed a complaint under the National Housing Act of 1934 (NHA) against Bob Dean Jr. and several affiliated corporate entities for misappropriating and misusing... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Statement by Minister Ng on Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement dispute on rules of origin for automotive goods
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, today issued the following statement regarding the findings of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada delivers Haiti-purchased vehicles to help Haitian National Police respond to crisis
Today, the Minister of Foreign Affairs Mélanie Joly and the Minister of National Defence Anita Anand announced that the Canadian Armed Forces have airlifted vital, Haitian-purchased armoured vehicles... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
UK gov't accused of wanting strikes to 'sabotage' workers' rights
Britain's government stood accused Wednesday of actively undermining talks with union leaders in a bid to encourage strike action and depress workers' wages across the economy. The government... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Publication of Iran-related Frequently Asked Questions
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing one new Iran-related Frequently Asked Question (FAQ 1110) and amending several Iran-related Frequently Asked Questions... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Switzerland Implements Further EU Sanctions Measures
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled Switzerland Implements Further EU Sanctions Measures on 9 January 2023. Read the article via the link here. Please also visit our Sanctions Blog for... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Confronting Porn: 'Used correctly, porn can help adults in their sex lives, but it’s not for everyone'
In the third and final part of a series on pornography in Ireland, Conor Capplis talks to two people from the industry and a sexologist about the healthy... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
ABC Polymer Industries Pleads Guilty in Worker Death Case
ABC Polymer Industries LLC pleaded guilty yesterday to a willful violation of an Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standard that caused a worker’s death. The charge involves... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Canada Imposes Sanctions on Additional Iranian Individuals and Entities: 5 Parties Targeted
On January 9, 2023, Canada announced further amendments to the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations (the “Regulations”) in response to those who “systematically violate human rights and spread... more
2 years ago
Canada Enacts Sanctions against Sri Lankan officials
On January 10, 2023, Canada enacted the Special Economic Measures (Sri Lanka) Regulations (the “Regulations”) in response to former state officials responsible for committing “gross and systemic violations... more
2 years ago
Labour pains: Surge in homebirths as women seek alternative options
Public homebirth service saw 53% increase in 2021 compared to pre-pandemic numbers... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Romanian court upholds arrest of influencer Andrew Tate
A court in Romania's capital Bucharest has upheld the 30-day arrest of divisive social media personality and self-described misogynist Andrew Tate on charges of organized crime, human trafficking... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Longtime Trump CFO Weisselberg gets 5 months in jail in tax fraud case
Allen Weisselberg, a longtime executive for Donald Trump and the star prosecution witness in the criminal trial of the former president's real estate company, was sentenced on Tuesday... more
2 years ago
x.JT
U.S. Supreme Court considers narrowing federal protections for unions
U.S. Supreme Court justices on Tuesday wrestled with a labor dispute that could narrow federal protections for unions by making it easier for employers to sue over strikes... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Canada imposes sanctions against Sri Lanka
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Sri Lanka
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada imposes sanctions on Sri Lankan state officials for human rights violations
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced Canada imposes targeted sanctions under regulations pursuant to the Special Economic Measures Act against four Sri Lankan state... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Sanctions imposed on Sri Lankan state officials
Canada is imposing sanctions against the following individuals who committed gross and systematic violations of human rights during Sri Lanka’s civil conflict, which occurred from 1983 to 2009.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
United States: OFAC publishes preliminary guidance on implementing the price cap policy
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled OFAC Publishes Preliminary Guidance on Implementing the Price Cap Policy for Petroleum Products of Russian Origin on 6 January 2023. Read... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
EU & Ireland: Meta’s legal basis for targeted ads found to breach GDPR
Ireland’s Data Protection Commission (DPC) announced on January 4, 2023, that it has fined Meta a total of €390 million after finding that the company’s Facebook and Instagram... more
2 years ago
China halts short-term visas in South Korea in first response to COVID curbs
The Chinese embassy in South Korea has suspended issuing short-term visas for South Korean visitors, it said on Tuesday, the first retaliatory move against nations imposing COVID-19 curbs... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Canada announces additional funding to help with flood recovery and climate resilience in Pakistan
Today, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, announced that Canada has committed an additional... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng meets with Mexico’s Secretary of Economy Raquel Buenrostro
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, met with Raquel Buenrostro, Mexico’s Secretary of Economy, at the North American... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Issuance of Venezuela-related General License and Amended Frequently Asked Questions
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Venezuela-related General License 31B, "Certain Transactions Involving the IV Venezuelan National Assembly and Certain Other Persons." ... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Dramatic intervention by bishops in Irish Civil War politics
The Irish hierarchy’s pastoral letter of 1922 forbidding republicans from receiving the sacraments showed a partisanship not appreciated by Rome, writes Gabriel Doherty... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Canada imposes sanctions on additional Iranian individuals and entities
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing additional sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Jet Medical and Related Companies Agree to Pay More Than $700,000 to Resolve Medical Device Allegations
  U.S. Department of Justice FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, January 4, 2022 Pennsylvania-based medical device distributor Jet Medical Inc. (Jet) agreed to pay $200,000 to resolve criminal allegations relating... more
2 years ago
FDA Criminal Investigations
Monsanto must pay $857 million over PCB exposure at a Washington school
A US jury has ordered Bayer subsidiary Monsanto to pay $857 million (£676 million) to seven people – including former students and parent volunteers at a school in... more
2 years ago
chemistryworld
Ireland's fishing crisis: 'I will not take part in the scrapping of perfectly good boats'
Dry dock operator Ger Sullivan says his business is affected by the Government's decommissioning scheme... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Ireland's fishing crisis: ‘Fishermen don’t want free money, they want to be able to survive’
Bosco Mac Gearailt says his industry is at a turning point... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
From facing off with the Russian navy, to giving up a five-generation fishing tradition 
A man who was prepared to stand up to the Russian navy is now on the verge of giving up his own fight to stay in the Irish... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Ireland's fishing crisis: Trawler operators fear they will lose out to offshore windfarms
Concerns over loss of fishing waters and how construction and operation of windfarms may scare fish from traditional grounds... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Justice Department Files Statement of Interest in Fair Housing Act Case Alleging Unlawful Algorithm-Based Tenant Screening Practices
The Department of Justice and the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced today that they filed a Statement of Interest to explain the Fair Housing Act’s... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
California Agricultural Companies and Their Owner Agree to Pay $600,000 to Settle False Claims Act Allegations Relating to Improperly Inflated Paycheck Protection Program Loans
Four California agricultural companies and their owner have agreed to settle allegations that they violated the False Claims Act (FCA) and the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery and Enforcement... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Ionut-Razvan Sandu Sentenced for Role in International Fraud Scheme
A Romanian national was sentenced today to 89 months in prison for his role in a transnational, multimillion-dollar scheme to defraud American victims. He is the 24th member... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Mick Clifford: Cold-blooded Civil War mass murders reverberate around Kerry a century later
Mick Clifford tells the shameful story of the murder by Free State troops of five young men — and how a senior garda and a civil servant helped thwart... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
'There are only so many last straws a man can take — but going home wasn't an option'
Even staying upright is a challenge when you're being bounced around the Atlantic. NEIL MICHAEL joined the crew of a trawler out of Dingle to get a taste... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
'My only objective has been to support fishers': A Q&A session with Marine Minister Charlie McConalogue
Fishers have been protesting for many years against quotas and EU measures on fishing. The 'Irish Examiner' sat down and examined the issues with Marine Minister Charlie McConalogue... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Irish Civil War: ‘Rather gruesome to talk of’ — Why the conflict in Kerry was so bitter and divisive 
A wall of silence has long surrounded the scale and brutality of the violence in Kerry, not least the deaths of 173 people... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Ireland's fishing crisis: ‘Another nail in the coffin of Ireland’s indigenous fishing industry’ 
On day one of his special report, NEIL MICHAEL explains the industry's fears that a prospective EU-Norway deal could sideline Ireland's interests... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
London to host major international meeting on war crimes
Justice ministers from around the world will convene in London in March to support the International Criminal Court (ICC) investigating alleged war crimes in Ukraine.   ... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
Minister Ng launches public consultations on trade negotiations with Ecuador
Canada is committed to diversifying its trade and investment ties and promoting open, inclusive, and rules-based international trade. In line with this commitment, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Sajjan to visit Barbados and Jamaica
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, today announced that he will travel to Barbados... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Ministers Joly and Ng to attend North American Leaders’ Summit
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs; and the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, today announced that they... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Celibacy was often the only option: Women's battle to secure contraception in Ireland
Health Correspondent Niamh Griffin explores how contraception was viewed In Ireland 50 years ago... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Dutch court judgment – exercising voting rights can breach sanctions
The Amsterdam Court of Appeal decided on 29 December 2022 that SBK Art, a Russian company sanctioned by the EU in December 2022, cannot exercise its voting rights... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Government of Canada honours victims of Flight PS752 marking three years since the tragedy
Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau; the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs; the Honourable Omar Alghabra, Minister of Transport; and Ralph Goodale, High Commissioner in the United... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
OFAC Publishes Preliminary Guidance on Implementing the Price Cap Policy for Petroleum Products of Russian Origin
On December 30, 2022, the US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) issued “Preliminary Guidance on Implementation of the Price Cap Policy for Petroleum... more
2 years ago
UK Government updates 4 General Licences
HM Treasury has added publication notices to 4 General licences (GL) INT/2022/2469656, INT/2022/2470256, INT/2022/2470056 and INT/2022/2470156 (Publication Notice) and has amended GL INT/2022/2470156. The post UK Government updates... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
UK Export Control Joint Unit back to 20 day response time for information requests for export licences
The Export Control Joint Unit of the UK Department for International Trade has changed from 40 working days (introduced during Covid-19 ) to 20 working days, i.e. the... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Iran-related Designations and Designation Update; Non-Proliferation Designations and Designation Update; Russia-related Designation Update
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Czech Republic Adopts New Sanctions Act
Given the intensity and pace of change related to sanctions following the Russian invasion of Ukraine, EU Member States have been very focused on the need to move... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
CNIL Fines Apple 8 Million Euros Over Personalized Ads
On December 29, 2022, the French Data Protection Authority (the “CNIL”) announced that it imposed an €8,000,000 fine on Apple for violations of the French rules on targeted... more
2 years ago
HuntonPrivacyBlog
United States: DDTC issues proposed rule expanding scope of activities that are not controlled events
On 16 December 2022, the US Department of State’s Directorate of Defense Trade Controls issued a proposed rule that would treat two additional types of transactions as activities... more
2 years ago
x.broken.Global Compliance Sanctions News
Irish Civil War: Cork and Kerry's darkest days claimed 400 lives 
The bitter conflict dragged on for months into 1923 with killings and reprisals including a number of notorious atrocities ... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Archives: Squandering public money by demolishing sound buildings for the expensive sport of rebuilding them
One hundred years ago, the Cork Examiner published a series of opinion pieces by a contributor known as 'Periscope', highlighting a range of social and political issues, some... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
European Commission will introduce corruption sanctions in 2023
The European Commission’s 2023 work programme says: The EU will “update our sanctions toolbox to include corruption” and will set a sanctions framework targeting corruption in the Q2... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Hakan Agro DMCC, Hakan Organics DMCC, and Several Individuals Charged with Multimillion-Dollar Organic Grain Fraud Scheme
Two Dubai entities and several individuals were charged in an indictment unsealed in the District of Maryland recently for their roles in a multimillion-dollar scheme to export non-organic... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Biden toughens border rules; U.S. will immediately begin turning away Cubans, Haitians and Nicaraguans who cross Mexico border illegally
President Joe Biden said Thursday the U.S. would immediately begin turning away Cubans, Haitians and Nicaraguans who cross the border from Mexico illegally, his boldest move yet to... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Bipartisan Congressional Visit to FBI’s Criminal Justice Information Services Division
FBI Director Christopher Wray was joined by Deputy Attorney General Lisa O. Monaco and Senators John Cornyn, Joe Manchin, Christopher Murphy, Shelley Capito, and Thom Tillis on a visit... more
2 years ago
xBroken-FBI
CIRCULARS CIF: C544 - Lapse of the extension of the transitional period regarding the obligation to produce Key Information Document for packaged retail and insurance-based investment products (PRIIPs) (In Greek)
CIRCULARS CIF: C544 - Lapse of the extension of the transitional period regarding the obligation to produce Key Information Document for packaged retail and insurance-based investment products (PRIIPs)... more
2 years ago
Op-Ed by FBI Director Christopher Wray: Violent Crime Problem Is Real and Tackling It Requires a Group Effort
This op-ed by FBI Director Christopher Wray appeared on the Fox News Digital website to call attention to the nation's violent crime problem and the need for a... more
2 years ago
xBroken-FBI
Irish Civil War: Free State takes over its second city after naval landings and the Battle for Cork 
Having fought through Passage West and Rochestown, Emmet Dalton's troops met little resistance in Cork as the 'Irregulars' sabotaged train lines and printing presses before retreating... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Archives: There are few things more difficult to get than a good cup of coffee
One hundred years ago, the Cork Examiner published a series of opinion pieces by a contributor known as 'Periscope', highlighting a range of social and political issues, some... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
UK: Data adequacy post-Brexit – the UK’s first ‘data bridge’
Author: James Clark On 19 December 2022 the UK government’s first data adequacy decision of the post-Brexit era came into effect. Under the Data Protection (Adequacy) (Republic of... more
2 years ago
Confronting porn: ‘What’s going on with our children? You gave them the phones’
In the second of three articles, CONOR CAPPLIS hears from experts who caution parents of the effect pornography can have on children — and the likelihood that they... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Archives: Why should building be so much dearer in Cork than elsewhere?
One hundred years ago, the Cork Examiner published a series of opinion pieces by a contributor known as 'Periscope', highlighting a range of social and political issues, some... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
'Everyone along the food chain, from producers to consumers, can play a role in preventing food waste'
If carbon is the head of the household when it comes to emissions, then methane is the wayward family member that brings explosive trouble on a regular basis... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Medical Components Inc, Martech Medical Products, Jet Medical: Allevio SPG Nerve Block Catheter - deferred prosecution agreement and criminal penalties totaling $200,000
Pennsylvania-based medical device distributor Jet Medical Inc. (Jet) agreed to pay $200,000 to resolve criminal allegations relating to a migraine headache treatment, and Jet and two related companies... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Former Bolivian Minister of Government Sentenced for Bribery Conspiracy
The former Bolivian Minister of Government was sentenced today to 70 months in prison for conspiracy to launder bribes he received in exchange for corruptly helping a U.S.... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Irish Civil War: 'Mollie got mental and is definitely mental since' — Kerry pensions data reveals the deep trauma of the conflict
Petitions for pensions or compensation tell hidden stories of the long-term suffering of people caught up in the Civil War in Kerry... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried pleads not guilty to fraud
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried pleaded not guilty in Manhattan federal court Tuesday to charges that he cheated investors and looted customer deposits on his cryptocurrency trading platform as... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Documents reveal panic within HSE to buy ventilators at start of Covid pandemic
Two years on, the HSE has finally released documents detailing the fiasco around an Irish festival management company’s failed bid to source ventilators from China, writes Cianan Brennan... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Jan 6 panel shutting down after referring Trump for crimes
The House Jan 6 committee is shutting down, having completed a whirlwind 18-month investigation of the 2021 Capitol insurrection and sent its work to the Justice Department along... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Archives: What does the future have in store for our children?
One hundred years ago, the Cork Examiner published a series of opinion pieces by a contributor known as 'Periscope', highlighting a range of social and political issues — some... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
Jack Power: Cause to celebrate Ireland's 50 years in EU 
A leap of faith that paid off — it would be a crime against our children and our grandchildren not to continue and enhance this relationship... more
2 years ago
Irish Examiner
OFAC settles with Danfoss A/S for Iran, Syria, and Sudan sanctions violations
Danish multinational company, Danfoss A/S has reached a civil settlement with OFAC and agreed to pay USD 4,379,810  in respect of 225 apparent violations of multiple OFAC sanctions... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Joint statement from foreign ministers on the Taliban’s ban on Afghan women working for national and international NGOs
The following is a statement from the Foreign Ministers of Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Norway, Switzerland, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, and the United States... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
UK designates under the new Haiti sanctions regime & amends entities under Russia regime
On 28 December, OFSI designated one individual under the new The Haiti (Sanctions) Regulations 2022, which came into force on the same day (previous post). The OFSI notice... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Two Biotech CEOs Charged in Securities Fraud Schemes
  U.S. Department of Justice FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, December 20, 2022 A federal grand jury in the District of Maryland returned an indictment that was unsealed today... more
2 years ago
FDA Criminal Investigations
Bladimir Moreno, Owner of Los Villatoros Harvesting LLC, Sentenced to 118 Months for Forced Labor, Multi-State Conspiracy (Mexican Workers)
Bladimir Moreno, 55, was sentenced for leading a federal racketeering and forced labor conspiracy that victimized Mexican H-2A agricultural workers in the United States between 2015 and 2017.... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Joint statement from the International Coordination and Response Group for the victims of Flight PS752 on arbitration
“We, Ministers representing Canada, Sweden, Ukraine and the United Kingdom, have taken concrete action today to ensure that our efforts to hold Iran to account for the unlawful... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Convention for the Suppression of Unlawful Acts against the Safety of Civil Aviation
This Convention is also known as the 1971 Montreal Convention. Canada, Sweden, Ukraine, the United Kingdom and Iran are all Contracting States to this Convention.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
No-nonsense judge takes over FTX-Bankman-Fried criminal case
A Manhattan federal judge known for swift decisions and a no-nonsense demeanor during three decades of overseeing numerous high-profile cases was assigned Tuesday to Sam Bankman-Fried’s cryptocurrency case.... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Burkina Faso Transitional Government’s Persona Non Grata Designation for Resident Coordinator Does Not Apply to United Nations Officials, Secretary-General Says
The following statement was issued today by the Spokesman for UN Secretary-General António Guterres:... more
2 years ago
UN.org
DDTC Issues Proposed Rule Expanding the Scope of Activities That Are Not Exports, Reexports, Retransfers, or Temporary Imports
On December 16, 2022, the US Department of State’s Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (“DDTC”) issued a proposed rule that would treat two additional types of transactions as... more
2 years ago
Conrad A. Coggeshall, Defendant, and Business Owners Tax Relief, LLC, Relief Defendant
SEC Obtains Final Judgment Against Arizona Man for Defrauding Elderly Investors... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Announcement regarding the companies Cyprus Trading Corporation Plc, Woolworth (Cyprus) Properties Plc and Ermes Department Stores Plc
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Announcement regarding the companies Cyprus Trading Corporation Plc, Woolworth (Cyprus) Properties Plc and Ermes Department Stores Plc... more
2 years ago
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Dissolution and liquidation of RAIF OSTREUS RAIF V.C.I.C. LTD
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Dissolution and liquidation of RAIF OSTREUS RAIF V.C.I.C. LTD... more
2 years ago
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Dissolution and liquidation of RAIF LORENOR RAIF V.C.I.C. LIMITED
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Dissolution and liquidation of RAIF LORENOR RAIF V.C.I.C. LIMITED... more
2 years ago
Peru arrests six generals amid graft investigation of ex-President Castillo
The anti-corruption unit of Peru's attorney general's office on Monday detained six generals amid an investigation into allegations the government of ousted former President Pedro Castillo illegally promoted... more
2 years ago
x.JT
S Korea launches jets, fires shots after North flies drones cross border
South Korea's military fired warning shots, scrambled fighter jets and flew surveillance assets across the heavily fortified border with North Korea on Monday, after North Korean drones violated... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Ex-Tokyo Olympics official Takahashi granted ¥80 million bail in bribery case
A former Tokyo Olympics official arrested on bribery charges was granted bail on Monday. The Tokyo District court set bail for Haruyuki Takahashi at 80 million yen, NHK... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Security Council Sanctions Committee concerning Democratic Republic of Congo Discusses Midterm Report of Group of Experts
On 9 December 2022, the Group of Experts on the Democratic Republic of the Congo briefed the members of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1533... more
2 years ago
UN.org
Belgium defines conditions for licence applications to sell positions deposited with Russian sanctioned NSD
Following the decision of the Luxembourg Finance Ministry in June to allow the release of funds of the Russian National Settlement Depository (NSD) frozen by EU sanctions (previous... more
2 years ago
Canada condemns arms deal between North Korea and sanctioned Russian entity
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “Canada unequivocally condemns North Korea’s complicity in Russian President Vladimir Putin’s war of choice against... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
BOARD DECISIONS: CySEC Decision for reaching a settlement with Target Wealth Opportunities Ltd
BOARD DECISIONS: CySEC Decision for reaching a settlement with Target Wealth Opportunities Ltd... more
2 years ago
CIRCULARS CIF: C543 to Cyprus Investment Firms – Country Analysis Form (Form CA-CIF) – 31/12/2022 Submission
CIRCULARS CIF: C543 to Cyprus Investment Firms – Country Analysis Form (Form CA-CIF) – 31/12/2022 Submission... more
2 years ago
Medical Device Company Zyno Medical LLC Agrees To Pay Nearly $500,000 To Resolve False Claims Act Allegations Relating to Defective Medical Device
Zyno Medical LLC (Zyno), a medical device manufacturer headquartered in Massachusetts, has agreed to pay $493,140 to resolve allegations that it violated the False Claims Act by causing... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Medsis International, Inc. et al.
SEC Obtains Judgment Against Individual in Multi-Million Dollar Securities Offering Fraud... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Germany arrests intelligence service employee, Carsten L, suspected of spying for Russia
German authorities said on Thursday they had arrested an employee of its foreign intelligence service (BND) on suspicion of sharing state secrets with Russia this year and thereby... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Press release: UK condemns North Korea for supplying arms to Russian mercenary group fighting in Russia's illegal war in Ukraine
The UK supports the US assessment that North Korea has completed an arms delivery to Russia for the use by the Wagner Group in Russia's illegal war in... more
2 years ago
UK Sanctions Russia
3 Aoki Holdings employees admit to bribery in securing Tokyo Olympics sponsorship
A former chairman and two other senior officials of major business suit retailer Aoki Holdings Inc admitted in court Thursday to having bribed a former Tokyo Olympic organizing... more
2 years ago
x.JT
UK Government guidance on controls on trade of military goods (trafficking and brokering)
Yesterday, Export Control Joint Unit of the UK Department of International Trade published guidance on controls on trade of military goods (trafficking and brokering). The guidance explains which... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Canada Imposes Additional Sanctions Against Haitian Elites: 2 Individuals Targeted
On December 20, 2022, Canada announced amendments to the Special Economic Measures (Haiti) Regulations (the “Regulations”) in response to the “acts of significant corruption that are fueling the... more
2 years ago
Kremlin says Biden, Zelenskyy ignoring Russia's concerns
The Kremlin on Thursday accused Kyiv and Washington of turning a deaf ear to its concerns and charged the United States was using Ukraine as a battleground to... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Statement from foreign ministers on Taliban decision to ban women from universities
The foreign ministers of Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States, as well as the High Representative... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Knox et al.
SEC Obtains Final Judgments Against Individual and Entity in Multi-Million Dollar International Fraud Scheme... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
UK Government orders sale of LetterOne company Upp under UK’s National Security and Investment Act
The UK Government has ordered LetterOne or L1 to sell the regional broadband provider Upp Corporation pursuant to the UK National Security and Investment Act 2021 (here); LetterOne’s... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
UK adds publication notices, updated oil services ban guidance and reporting forms for general licences
HM Treasury has added publication notices for the following GLs: INT/2022/2469656, INT/2022/2470256, INT/2022/2470056 and INT/2022/2470156 It also updated Russian Oil Services Ban – HMT Industry Guidance and  reporting... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
UK Government updates its Russia sanctions statutory guidance
Yesterday, OFSI updated its Russia sanctions guidance (on the guidance section of our website) to cover licence applications otherwise prohibited by regulation 18C (trust services) on the medical goods... more
2 years ago
Global-Sanctions
Iran-related Designations; Nicaragua-related Designation Removal; Venezuela-related Designation Removal; Counter Terrorism Designations Updates; Publication of Russia-related Frequently Asked Question
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing one Russia-related Frequently Asked Question (1109). The following additions, removals, and changes have been made... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
BOARD DECISIONS: Imposition of an administrative fine to Isxis Investment Public Ltd for violation of the Transparency Requirements (Securities Admitted to Trading on a Regulated Market) Law.
BOARD DECISIONS: Imposition of an administrative fine to Isxis Investment Public Ltd for violation of the Transparency Requirements (Securities Admitted to Trading on a Regulated Market) Law.... more
2 years ago
BOARD DECISIONS: Imposition of an administrative fine to Agroton Public Ltd for violation of the Transparency Requirements (Securities Admitted to Trading on a Regulated Market) Law.
BOARD DECISIONS: Imposition of an administrative fine to Agroton Public Ltd for violation of the Transparency Requirements (Securities Admitted to Trading on a Regulated Market) Law.... more
2 years ago
BOARD DECISIONS: Imposition of an administrative fine to Regallia Holdings & Investments Publc Ltd for violation of the Transparency Requirements (Securities Admitted to Trading on a Regulated Market) Law.
BOARD DECISIONS: Imposition of an administrative fine to Regallia Holdings & Investments Publc Ltd for violation of the Transparency Requirements (Securities Admitted to Trading on a Regulated Market)... more
2 years ago
BOARD DECISIONS: Imposition of an administrative fine to Toxotis Investments Public Ltd for violation of the Transparency Requirements (Securities Admitted to Trading on a Regulated Market) Law.
BOARD DECISIONS: Imposition of an administrative fine to Toxotis Investments Public Ltd for violation of the Transparency Requirements (Securities Admitted to Trading on a Regulated Market) Law.... more
2 years ago
BOARD DECISIONS: Imposition of an administrative fine to Harvest Capital Management Public Ltd for violation of the Transparency Requirements (Securities Admitted to Trading on a Regulated Market) Law.
BOARD DECISIONS: Imposition of an administrative fine to Harvest Capital Management Public Ltd for violation of the Transparency Requirements (Securities Admitted to Trading on a Regulated Market) Law.... more
2 years ago
BOARD DECISIONS: Imposition of an administrative fine to Karyes Investment Public Company Ltd for violation of the Transparency Requirements (Securities Admitted to Trading on a Regulated Market) Law.
BOARD DECISIONS: Imposition of an administrative fine to Karyes Investment Public Company Ltd for violation of the Transparency Requirements (Securities Admitted to Trading on a Regulated Market) Law.... more
2 years ago
BOARD DECISIONS: Imposition of an administrative fine to MLK Foods Public Company Ltd for violation of the Transparency Requirements (Securities Admitted to Trading on a Regulated Market) Law.
BOARD DECISIONS: Imposition of an administrative fine to MLK Foods Public Company Ltd for violation of the Transparency Requirements (Securities Admitted to Trading on a Regulated Market) Law.... more
2 years ago
BOARD DECISIONS: Imposition of an administrative fine to Ermes Department Stores Plc for violation of the Transparency Requirements (Securities Admitted to Trading on a Regulated Market) Law.
BOARD DECISIONS: Imposition of an administrative fine to Ermes Department Stores Plc for violation of the Transparency Requirements (Securities Admitted to Trading on a Regulated Market) Law.... more
2 years ago
BOARD DECISIONS: Imposition of an administrative fine to Triena Investments Public Company Ltd for violation of the Transparency Requirements (Securities Admitted to Trading on a Regulated Market) Law.
BOARD DECISIONS: Imposition of an administrative fine to Triena Investments Public Company Ltd for violation of the Transparency Requirements (Securities Admitted to Trading on a Regulated Market) Law.... more
2 years ago
BOARD DECISIONS: Imposition of an administrative fine to Woolworth (Cyprus) Properties Plc for violation of the Transparency Requirements (Securities Admitted to Trading on a Regulated Market) Law.
BOARD DECISIONS: Imposition of an administrative fine to Woolworth (Cyprus) Properties Plc for violation of the Transparency Requirements (Securities Admitted to Trading on a Regulated Market) Law.... more
2 years ago
BOARD DECISIONS: Imposition of an administrative fine to Cyprus Trading Corporation Plc for violation of the Transparency Requirements (Securities Admitted to Trading on a Regulated Market) Law.
BOARD DECISIONS: Imposition of an administrative fine to Cyprus Trading Corporation Plc for violation of the Transparency Requirements (Securities Admitted to Trading on a Regulated Market) Law.... more
2 years ago
BOARD DECISIONS: Imposition of an administrative fine to KDM Shipping Public Ltd for violation of the Transparency Requirements (Securities Admitted to Trading on a Regulated Market) Law.
BOARD DECISIONS: Imposition of an administrative fine to KDM Shipping Public Ltd for violation of the Transparency Requirements (Securities Admitted to Trading on a Regulated Market) Law.... more
2 years ago
BOARD DECISIONS: Imposition of an administrative fine to Aias Investment Public Ltd for violation of the Transparency Requirements (Securities Admitted to Trading on a Regulated Market) Law.
BOARD DECISIONS: Imposition of an administrative fine to Aias Investment Public Ltd for violation of the Transparency Requirements (Securities Admitted to Trading on a Regulated Market) Law.... more
2 years ago
Luxembourg issues General authorisation allowing certain Russian assets to be unblocked
The Luxembourg Finance Ministry  has issued a general authorisation, allowing the release of funds of the Russian National Settlement Depository (NSD), frozen under EU sanction on 3 June... more
2 years ago
Statement by Minister Ng in response to CUSMA dispute consultation request from the U.S. on Canadian dairy tariff rate quota policies
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, today issued the following statement in response to the United States’ request for... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Adopting Resolutions 2666 and 2667 (2022), Security Council Extends Mandate of Stabilization Mission in Democratic Republic of Congo for One Year
The Security Council decided today to extend the mandate of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) — alongside its Intervention... more
2 years ago
UN.org
Security Council Press Statement on Libya
The following Security Council press statement was issued today by Council President Ruchira Kamboj (India):... more
2 years ago
UN.org
Oi2Go Media Technologies, Inc. and Anthony Michael Hernandez
SEC Charges Florida Media Company and CEO in Offering Fraud... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Nader Pourhassan and Kazem Kazempour
SEC Charges Former Biotech CEO with Fraud, Insider Trading; Research Firm CEO Also Charged in Scheme... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
OFAC Designates Major Russian Financial Institutions and Issues New and Amended Russia-Related General Licenses; New FAQs
On December 15, 2022, the United States Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) added Public Joint Stock Company Rosbank (“Rosbank”) and 17 subsidiaries of... more
2 years ago
Turkey fumes at Sweden in NATO membership dispute
Turkey on Tuesday lashed out at Sweden's refusal to extradite a top reporter that Ankara has demanded in exchange for its ratification of Stockholm's NATO membership bid. President... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Publication of Humanitarian-related Regulatory Amendments and Associated Frequently Asked Questions
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is amending multiple regulations to add or revise certain general licenses (GLs) across a number of OFAC... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Canada imposes additional sanctions against Haitian elites
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing additional sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Haiti) Regulations in response to acts of... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada amends sanctions against Haiti
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Security Council Urges Iran to Abide by Commitments under Joint Nuclear Plan, United States to Lift Sanctions against Country, in Kickstarting Talks
Warning that the opportunity for diplomacy is waning, a senior United Nations official told the Security Council today that all parties must resolve outstanding issues relating to the... more
2 years ago
UN.org
CytoDyn Inc: Two Biotech CEOs Charged in Securities Fraud Schemes #leronlimab
A federal grand jury in the District of Maryland returned an indictment that was unsealed today charging two men for their roles in schemes to defraud investors in... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Advanced Bionics LLC to Pay Over $12 Million for Alleged False Claims for Cochlear Implant Processors
Advanced Bionics LLC, a Valencia, California-based manufacturer of cochlear implant system devices, has agreed to pay more than $12 million to resolve allegations that it misled federal health... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
BioTelemetry Inc and subsidiary CardioNet LLC to Pay More than $44.8 Million for False Claims
BioTelemetry Inc. and its subsidiary CardioNet LLC, both headquartered in Pennsylvania (collectively “BioTelemetry”), have agreed to pay $44,875,000 to resolve allegations that they violated the False Claims Act... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Pennsylvania’s Data Breach Notification Law Is Changing: What Does It Mean for Entities Doing Business in the Keystone State?
2023 is going to bring big changes to Pennsylvania’s Breach of Personal Information Notification Act. Although the revisions to the law do not go into effect until May... more
2 years ago
Jan 6 panel calls for insurrection, fraud charges against Trump
The panel probing last year's assault on the U.S. Capitol on Monday recommended Donald Trump be charged with crimes including insurrection -- raising the stakes in an investigation... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Corporate and White-Collar Enforcement in 2023–24
As 2022 comes to a close, is it possible to predict a trend for corporate and white-collar enforcement by the U.S. Department of Justice in 2023? Yes: enforcement... more
2 years ago
Canada starts first process to seize and pursue the forfeiture of assets of sanctioned Russian oligarch
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada will seize and pursue the forfeiture of US $26 million from Granite Capital Holdings Ltd., a... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Publication of Illicit Drug Trade Sanctions Regulations
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is adding regulations to implement Executive Order 14059 of December 15, 2021, "Imposing Sanctions on Foreign Persons... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
FBI and Partners Issue National Public Safety Alert on Financial Sextortion Schemes
The FBI, in partnership with Homeland Security Investigations and the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, is issuing a national public safety alert regarding an explosion in... more
2 years ago
xBroken-FBI
North Korea says latest launches tested 1st spy satellite
North Korea said Monday it fired a test satellite in an important final-stage test for the development of its first spy satellite, a key military capability coveted by... more
2 years ago
x.JT
Honeywell UOP to Pay Over $160 Million to Resolve Foreign Bribery Investigations in U.S. and Brazil
According to the company’s admissions and court documents, between 2010 and 2014, Honeywell UOP conspired to offer an approximately $4 million bribe to a then-high-ranking executive of Petróleo... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Epic Games Inc., Developer of Fortnite Video Game, Agrees to $275 Million Penalty and Injunction for Alleged Violations of Children’s Privacy Law
The Department of Justice, together with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), today announced a settlement that, if approved by a federal court, will require Epic Games Inc. (Epic... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Canada steps up with new funding to protect biodiversity in developing countries
Today, at COP15, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, on behalf of the Honourable Harjit... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
John Fernandez, et al.
SEC Charges Houston Resident with Operating a $4 Million Forex Offering Fraud... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Backgrounder: Canada’s new support to protect biodiversity in developing countries
Canada has announced $255 million in new climate financing to support developing countries address the twin crises of biodiversity loss and climate change. The funds are distributed as... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister of Foreign Affairs to speak on Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy in Montreal
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will be the guest speaker at the Montreal Council of Foreign Relations’ (CORIM) Politics Series on Monday, December 19 in... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
EU adopts further sanctions against Russia
The EU has adopted its ninth package of sanctions against Russia. All legislation introduced by the EU in relation to the latest package of sanctions can be found here.... more
2 years ago
Security Council Unanimously Adopts Resolution 2665 (2022), Extending Mandate of Team Monitoring Sanctions against Taliban-Linked Entities in Afghanistan
The Security Council, acting under Article VII of the United Nations Charter, decided today to extend for 12 months the mandate of the team monitoring sanctions against individuals... more
2 years ago
UN.org
Texas Man Convicted of Receiving and Possessing Images of Child Sexual Abuse
A federal jury in Dallas convicted Andrew Kasnetz of Dallas, Texas, of receiving and possessing images of child sexual abuse.... more
2 years ago
xBroken-FBI
Minister Ng hosts Ottawa Group ministerial meeting
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, chaired a virtual meeting of the Ottawa Group on WTO reform to... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statutory guidance: Russia sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019... more
2 years ago
Gov.uk
Federal Financial Aid Fraud Scheme: Apex School of Theology Sham University
Five individuals were sentenced yesterday for conspiring to defraud the U.S. Department of Education’s financial aid programs of over $12 million in federal funds. According to court documents,... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Joint Statement of the Foreign Ministers of Australia, Canada and New Zealand on the Execution of Protesters in Iran
“Yesterday the UN General Assembly spoke unequivocally when it voted overwhelmingly in favour of the resolution on a ‘Moratorium on the use of the death penalty’. The General... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Da Silva, et al.;
Forcount Trader Systems' Creator and Promoters Orchestrated $8.4 Million Fraud... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Owner of Durable Medical Equipment Companies Arrested for $17 Million Kickback Conspiracy
Alexandra Stchastlivtseva of New York has been arrested for allegedly offering and paying illegal health care kickbacks and money laundering.... more
2 years ago
xBroken-FBI
Former Twitter Employee Sentenced to 42 Months in Federal Prison for Acting as a Foreign Agent
Ahmad Abouammo of California has been sentenced to 42 months in prison for his role in accessing, monitoring, and conveying confidential and sensitive information.... more
2 years ago
xBroken-FBI
Russia-related Designations and Designations Updates; Issuance of Russia-related General Licenses; Publication of Russia-related Frequently Asked Questions
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Russia-related General License 8E,"Authorizing Transactions Related to Energy," General License 58, "Authorizing the Wind Down... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Corporate report: Review of the operation of Counter Terrorism (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019.
Report of the independent reviewer of terrorism legislation on the operation of the Counter Terrorism (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019... more
2 years ago
Gov.uk
203/2022 : 15 December 2022 - Opinions of the Advocate General in joined cases C-615/20, C-671/20
YP and Others Advocate General Collins: only an independent and impartial tribunal previously established by law may authorise the prosecution of a judge... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
Portuguese Data Protection Authority fines the National Institute of Statistics € 4.3 million
On 2 November 2022, the Portuguese Data Protection Authority (“CNPD”) issued a Decision imposing a fine of € 4,300,000 (four million three hundred euros) to the National Institute... more
2 years ago
206/2022 : 15 December 2022 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-50/21
Prestige and Limousine Freedom of establishment According to Advocate General Szpunar, the limit on the number of private hire vehicle licences in the Metropolitan Area of Barcelona violates... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
201/2022 : 15 December 2022 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-204/21
Commission v Poland Principles of Community law Advocate General Collins: Poland’s law amending rules on the organisation of its ordinary courts and on its Supreme Court infringes EU... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
EU – US adequacy decision: State of play
1  New development and timing On 13th December, the European Commission published a draft adequacy decision to enhance and replace its 2016 adequacy decision for the EU-U.S. Privacy... more
2 years ago
Theranos President Ramesh “Sunny” Balwani Sentenced to More Than 12 Years for Fraud, Jeopardized Patient Health and Bilked Investors
[caption id="attachment_4568" align="aligncenter" width="548"] Elizabeth Holmes and Sunny Balwani of Theranos[/caption] Ramesh “Sunny” Balwani was sentenced today to 155 months (12 years, 11 months) in federal prison for... more
2 years ago
FDA Criminal Investigations
Ocenture LLC and Carelumina LLC Settle Allegations of Kickbacks, Genetic Testing Fraud Scheme
Ocenture LLC, a privately held company headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, and its subsidiary, Carelumina LLC (collectively, “Ocenture”), have agreed to pay $3 million to resolve allegations that they... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Former Twitter Employee 42 Prison Sentence for Acting as Foreign Agent, Selling User Data
WASHINGTON – A California man was sentenced yesterday to 42 months in federal prison for his role in accessing, monitoring and conveying confidential and sensitive information that could... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Mexico updates lists of tariff classifications subject to export controls and sanctions
The new version of the Mexican General Import and Export Duties Law, including its tariff schedule, published on June 7, 2022, became effective on December 12, 2022. Consequently, several administrative regulations... more
2 years ago
DDTC Issues ITAR Compliance Program Guidelines
On December 5, 2022, the US Department of State’s Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (“DDTC”) issued the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) Compliance Program Guidelines (“ITAR Guidelines”). ... more
2 years ago
Eight Men Indicted for Securities Fraud Scheme Orchestrated Through Twitter and Discord
A federal grand jury in the Southern District of Texas returned an indictment that was unsealed yesterday charging eight men with conspiracy to commit securities fraud for a... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Academy Mortgage Corporation to Pay $38.5 Million: False Claims Act Allegations Related to Mortgages Insured by Federal Housing Administration
Thrower alleged that from January 2008 through April 2017, Academy had an underwriting process that led employees to disregard FHA rules and falsely certify compliance with underwriting requirements.... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
OCR Guidance on Use of Tracking Technologies Warrants Review of Website Tech
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights (OCR) issued guidance regarding covered entities’ and business associates’ use of tracking technologies (the Guidance). As... more
2 years ago
Minister Sajjan concludes visit to United Arab Emirates and Kuwait
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, today concluded his trip to the United Arab... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
J.H. Darbie & Co., Inc.
SEC Charges Brokerage Firm with Anti-Money Laundering Violations... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Canada and Kuwait sign agreement to enhance development cooperation
Canada and Kuwait have enjoyed strong bilateral ties since they established diplomatic relations almost 60 years ago. The 2 countries have common global priorities, including increasing food security... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Financial Sanctions, Global Anti-Corruption
UK financial sanctions are in place for persons involved in serious corruption or that are linked to those involved in serious corruption. This document provides a current list... more
2 years ago
UK Gov Sanctions Feed
FTX Founder Indicted for Fraud, Money Laundering, and Campaign Finance Offenses
[caption id="attachment_4593" align="aligncenter" width="920"] Disgraced FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried and ex-girlfriend and business partner Caroline Ellison[/caption] A federal grand jury in Manhattan returned an indictment today charging Samuel... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Sanctions Critical Tool if Coupled with Stakeholder Dialogues, Updated Weapons Lists, Monitoring of Evasions, Subsidiary Bodies Tell Security Council
Outgoing Chairs of Security Council subsidiary bodies emphasized to the 15-member organ today the importance of listening to varied perspectives, conducting field visits and remaining free of political... more
2 years ago
UN.org
Russian Military and Intelligence Agencies Procurement Network Indicted in Brooklyn Federal Court
Publicly filed court documents, including a 16-count indictment unsealed today in Brooklyn, charge five Russian nationals – including a suspected Federal Security Service (FSB) officer – and two... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Danske Bank Pleads Guilty to Fraud on U.S. Banks in Multi-Billion Dollar Scheme to Access the U.S. Financial System
Danske Bank A/S (Danske Bank), a global financial institution headquartered in Denmark, pleaded guilty today and agreed to forfeit $2 billion to resolve the United States’ investigation into... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Court Orders Remedy in Clean Water Act Case, Directs John Sweeney and Point Buckler Club LLC to Restore Sensitive Tidal Channels, Marsh
In a decision issued on December 9, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California granted the request of the Justice Department to direct John Sweeney... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals One of United Nations’ ‘Best Investments’, Its President Tells Security Council, Highlighting Significant Progress
Highlighting significant progress and tangible results in its core judicial cases, the President of the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals called for the international community’s continued support... more
2 years ago
UN.org
Zimbabwe Designations and Designations Removals; North Korea Designation Update; Iran-related Designation Removal; Syria Designations Removals; Foreign Sanctions Evaders Determination Removals
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
UK Introduces Sanctions Against Haiti
The UK has introduced a sanctions regime designed to target criminal actors, gangs and their financiers whose actions are causing instability in Haiti, pursuant to The Haiti (Sanctions)... more
2 years ago
Increasing US Enforcement Action for Sanctions Violations by Crypto Exchanges Likely to Have Ripple Effect in UK and Europe
The investigation and enforcement of potential sanctions violations by crypto exchanges is an area of focus in the US at present.  The US Department of the Treasury’s Office... more
2 years ago
FBI Releases 2021 Hate Crime Statistics
The FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program has released 2021 hate crime statistics about bias-motivated incidents throughout the nation.... more
2 years ago
xBroken-FBI
Media Advisory: Privacy Commissioner of Canada to appear before a Parliamentary Committee to discuss 2022-2023 Supplementary Estimates (B)
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2 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Statement on Human Rights Day 
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs; the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada;... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Adopting Resolution 2664 (2022), Security Council Approves Humanitarian Exemption to Asset Freeze Measures Imposed by United Nations Sanctions Regimes
The Security Council today decided to provide a “humanitarian carve-out” — a standing humanitarian exemption — to the asset freeze measures imposed by United Nations sanctions regimes.... more
2 years ago
UN.org
In Ovations Holdings, Inc. and Mark Goldberg
Court Enters Final Judgment Against Microcap Company and Orders Penalty for Fraudulent Press Releases... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Canada and G7-plus partners impose price cap on Russian crude oil
This is why Canada, along with its G7 partners and Australia, is imposing a price cap of US$60 per barrel on Russian-origin crude oil. Effective December 7, should... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada Imposes New Sanctions on Russian Regime: 33 Individuals and 6 Entities Targeted
On December 9, 2022, Canada announced additional amendments to the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations (the “Regulations”) in response to “those complicit in gross and systematic human rights... more
2 years ago
Canada Imposes New Sanctions on the Iranian Regime: 22 Individuals Targeted
On December 9, 2022, Canada announced further amendments to the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations (the “Regulations”) in response to those “who are complicit in gross and systematic... more
2 years ago
Effective Arms-Control Measures Needed to Block Diversion of Ukraine Weapons, Senior United Nations Disarmament Official Tells Security Council
States must apply effective arms-control measures to prevent the diversion of weapons supplied to Ukraine, a senior United Nations official told the Security Council today, as some Council... more
2 years ago
UN.org
Canada amends sanctions against Myanmar
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada imposes sanctions against Sierra Leone
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Sierra Leone
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada imposes sanctions against Liberia
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Liberia
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada imposes sanctions against Sudan
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada imposes sanctions against Iraq
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada imposes sanctions against Democratic Republic of the Congo
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Sudan
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada imposes sanctions against Côte d'Ivoire
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Democratic Republic of the Congo
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada imposes sanctions against North Korea
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada imposes sanctions against Iran
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada imposes sanctions against Lebanon
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada imposes sanctions against Myanmar
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada imposes sanctions against Zimbabwe
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Lebanon
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada imposes sanctions against Somalia
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada repeals sanctions against Rwanda
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada imposes sanctions against Eritrea
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Iran
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada imposes sanctions against Libya
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada imposes sanctions against Tunisia
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada imposes sanctions against Syria
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Syria
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Syria
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Myanmar
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Somalia
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Tunisia
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Iran
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada repeals sanctions against Sierra Leone
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Libya
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against North Korea
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Syria
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Tunisia
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada imposes sanctions against Ukraine
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Ukraine
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada imposes sanctions against Russia
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Ukraine
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Russia
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Russia
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Ukraine
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Russia
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Russia
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Ukraine
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Russia
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada imposes sanctions against Central African Republic
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Ukraine
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Russia
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Ukraine
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Ukraine
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Russia
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Ukraine
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Russia
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Russia
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada imposes sanctions against Terrorist Entities
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada imposes sanctions against Yemen
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada imposes sanctions against South Sudan
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Ukraine
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Russia
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Ukraine
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Russia
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Tunisia
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against South Sudan
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Ukraine
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Russia
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Iran
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Tunisia
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Ukraine
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Russia
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against North Korea
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Ukraine
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada repeals sanctions against Liberia
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada repeals sanctions against Côte d'Ivoire
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Syria
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Syria
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada imposes sanctions against Venezuela
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada adopts the Justice for Victims of Corrupt Foreign Officials Act
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada imposes sanctions under the Justice for Victims of Corrupt Foreign Officials Act
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against North Korea
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions under the Justice for Victims of Corrupt Foreign Officials Act
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Libya
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Venezuela
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Myanmar
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada imposes sanctions against Mali
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Venezuela
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Iran
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Iran
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Iran
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Russia
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Iran
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Iran
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Iran
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
G7 Sets Price Cap for Russian Oil at USD 60 Per Barrel
On December 3, 2022, G7 members formally set the highly anticipated price cap on Russian oil at 60 USD per barrel.  This price cap applies to crude oil,... more
2 years ago
Global Magnitsky Designations; North Korea Designations; Iran-related Designations; Russia-related Designations and Designation Update
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Joint Statement by Canada and United States on the Human Rights Situation in Iran 
“Canada and the United States are united in condemning the Islamic Republic of Iran’s brutal acts of violence against peaceful protestors and its ongoing repression of the Iranian... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
George Iakovou, Vika Ventures LLC, and Penelope Zbravos, Civ. Action
SEC Charges CEO and His Venture Capital Firm in $6 Million Fraudulent Offering... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Global Magnitsky Designations; Issuance of Global Magnitsky General Licenses and Frequently Asked Questions
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Global Magnitsky General License 3, "Authorizing Transactions Related to Debt or Equity of Pingtan Marine... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Canada imposes new sanctions on Russian, Iranian and Myanmar regimes
Today, on the eve of Human Rights Day, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced that Canada is imposing measures on those complicit in gross and... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder: Additional Sanctions for Myanmar
Effective immediately, Canada is imposing sanctions against the following individuals and entities in relation to the coup perpetrated by Myanmar’s armed forces on February 1, 2021.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statutory guidance: Haiti Sanctions: guidance
This guidance assists people in implementing and complying with the The Haiti (Sanctions) Regulations 2022... more
2 years ago
Gov.uk
End of Meta’s targeted ads model?
Authors: Ewa Kurowska-Tober, Andrew Serwin, John Magee and Madison Swoy A trio of forthcoming decisions against tech giant Meta may signal the end for Meta’s targeted ads model,... more
2 years ago
Former JPMorgan Chase and Credit Suisse Trader Convicted of Fraud: Precious Metals Spoofing Scheme
A federal jury in the Northern District of Illinois convicted a former trader at JPMorgan Chase and Credit Suisse today of fraud in connection with a spoofing scheme... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Security Council Press Statement on Sudan
The following Security Council press statement was issued today by Council President Ruchira Kamboj (India):... more
2 years ago
UN.org
Counter Terrorism Designations; Iran-related Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Joint Statement through the Global Partnership for Action on Gender-Based Online Harassment and Abuse on Standing with the Women and Girls of Iran
The undersigned Foreign Ministers for country members of the Global Partnership for Action on Gender-Based Online Harassment and Abuse call attention to the extreme violence faced by the... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng concludes successful participation in Canada’s women-only trade mission to Japan
Advancing women’s economic empowerment and participation in trade is fundamental to the Government of Canada’s Export Diversification Strategy and key to ensuring that Canada’s economic future is inclusive,... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
198/2022 : 8 December 2022 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-694/20
Orde van Vlaamse Balies and Others Combatting aggressive tax planning: the obligation for a lawyer to inform other intermediaries involved is not necessary and infringes the right to respect... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
Canada announces new support for projects working to end gender-based violence around the world
Globally, 1 in 3 women experience sexual and gender-based violence. Violence against women and girls, including that which occurs online, is prevalent in all societies and is a... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada’s new support to help end gender-based violence around the world
Canada has announced $4.3 million in development assistance funding for 3 projects to help end gender-based violence in developing countries. The funds are being distributed as indicated below.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Committee on Resolution 1591 (2005) Committed to Working with Sudan, All Relevant Stakeholders towards Making Peace Reality, Chair Tells Security Council
The sanctions regime on Sudan was established solely to help bring peace to Darfur and not to punish Khartoum, the Head of the Committee established pursuant to resolution... more
2 years ago
UN.org
Minister Sajjan travels to United Arab Emirates and Kuwait
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, today announced that he will travel to the... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada-Netherlands statement on joint declaration of intervention in case against Russia at International Court of Justice
“Today, Canada and the Kingdom of the Netherlands filed a joint declaration of intervention in the case brought by Ukraine against Russia at the International Court of Justice.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada conducts diplomatic mission in Haiti
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is conducting a diplomatic mission in Haiti from December 7-9, 2022. This mission will complement virtual... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Meta Slapped with €265 Million for Privacy Violations
On November 25, 2022, Ireland’s Data Protection Commission (“DPC”) released a decision fining Meta Platforms, Inc. (“Meta”) €265 million for a 2019 data leak involving the personal information... more
2 years ago
HuntonPrivacyBlog
Modern Therapy LLC Sentenced to $2.5 Million Fine for Unlawful Distribution of Anabolic Steroids
FRANFORT, Ky. — A Florida company, Modern Therapy, LLC, was sentenced on Friday to pay a $2.5 million fine by U.S. District Judge Gregory VanTatenhove for the unlawful... more
2 years ago
FDA Criminal Investigations
OFAC Announces Settlement with Virtual Currency Exchange Kraken
On November 28, 2022, the Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) announced a settlement agreement with Payward, Inc., known as Kraken (“Kraken”), a United States-based virtual currency exchange.... more
2 years ago
Active Russian Agent Andrii Derkach Indicted for Scheme to Violate Sanctions in the United States
A seven-count indictment was unsealed today in federal court in Brooklyn charging Andrii Derkach, 55, of Ukraine, with conspiracy to violate the International Emergency Economic Powers Acts (IEEPA),... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Canada Imposes Sanctions Against Haitian Economic Elites: 3 Individuals Targeted
On December 5, 2022, Canada announced amendments to the Special Economic Measures (Haiti) Regulations (the “Regulations”) in response to the “egregious conduct of Haitian elites who provide illicit... more
2 years ago
CCPA/CPRA Rulemaking Update: What to Expect
The California Privacy Protection Agency (“CPPA” or the “Agency”) published on November 3, 2022, a Public Notice of Proposed Modifications and Additional Materials Relied Upon, which starts what... more
2 years ago
Criminalisation of violations of EU Sanctions: EU Commission publishes proposal for the harmonisation of criminal offences and penalties
The European Commission has put forward a proposal to harmonise criminal offences and penalties for the violation of EU sanctions. The proposal follows a decision by the Council... more
2 years ago
Canada Imposes Additional Sanctions on the Iranian Regime: 4 Individuals and 5 Entities Targeted
On December 2, 2022, Canada announced further amendments to the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations (the “Regulations”) in response to the Iranian regime’s “gross and systematic human rights... more
2 years ago
Statement from Minister Sajjan in celebration of International Volunteer Day
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, today issued the following statement... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada imposes sanctions against Haitian economic elites
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing additional sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Haiti) Regulations in response to the egregious... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada and EU to co-host the next International Conference in Solidarity with Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants 
The outflow of refugees and migrants from Venezuela is currently one of the largest displacement crises in the world, with more than 7.1 million people having fled or... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Publication of Russia-related Determination
The Department of the Treasury has published a Determination pursuant to Executive Order 14071 related to a price cap on crude oil of Russian Federation origin... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
UK NIS – Get ready for expansion of the UK’s critical national infrastructure cyber security laws
Authors: James Clark and David Cook The UK government has published its plans to amend the Network and Information Systems Regulations 2018.  The reforms will lead to many... more
2 years ago
Bruce Conway et al.
SEC Seeks Order Requiring Witnesses to Comply with Subpoenas for Testimony and Documents... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Minister Ng concludes productive Joint Committee Meeting on Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement
Yesterday, while in Québec’s Montréal metropolitan area, Minister Ng welcomed the Valdis Dombrovskis, European Commission Executive Vice-President (EVP) and European Commissioner for Trade. Minister Ng and EVP Dombrovskis... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
OFAC Issues Venezuela General License Authorizing Chevron to Resume Limited Extraction Operations, Related FAQs, and Extends General License Related to PdVSA Wind-Down Transactions
On November 26, 2022, the US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Controls (“OFAC”) issued General License 41 (“GL 41“) authorizing Chevron Corporation (“Chevron”) to resume... more
2 years ago
Minister Ng to participate in the Asia-Pacific Foundation of Canada’s Women-Only Trade Mission to Japan
December 2, 2022 – The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, will visit Japan between December 4 and 8, 2022,... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada responds to hunger in greater Horn of Africa region
The Horn of Africa is experiencing its worst drought in more than 4 decades, and Canada is extremely concerned about the drought’s impact on vulnerable populations already struggling... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
OFAC Issues Russian Crude Oil-related Determination, Guidance on Implementation of the Price Cap Policy for Russian Crude Oil, and Russia-related General Licenses
On November 22, 2022, the US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) published a new determination pursuant to Executive Order 14071 of April 6, 2022... more
2 years ago
ABB Agrees to Pay More Than $315 Million to Resolve Coordinated Global Foreign Bribery Case
ABB Ltd. (ABB), a Swiss-based global technology company, agreed to pay more than $315 million to resolve an investigation into violations of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.... more
2 years ago
xBroken-FBI
Former VP and GM of New England Compounding Center Sentenced to Prison for Fraud
BOSTON – A former co-owner of the now-defunct New England Compounding Center (NECC) was sentenced today in federal court in Boston in connection with conspiring to defraud the... more
2 years ago
FDA Criminal Investigations
Myanmar: Secretive military courts sentence scores of people to death 
“The military continues to hold proceedings in secretive courts in violation of basic principles of fair trial and contrary to core judicial guarantees of independence and impartiality”, Volker... more
2 years ago
Crime (UN)
ABB Ltd to pay over $315 Million: Global Foreign Bribery
ABB Ltd. (ABB), a Swiss-based global technology company listed on the New York Stock Exchange with core businesses focused on electrification, automation, motion, and robotics has agreed to... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Minister Joly concludes visit to Europe as Canada and its partners stand more united than ever
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today concluded her visit to the Netherlands, Romania and Poland, where she met with partners to engage on peace and... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Security Council Press Statement on Afghanistan
​​​​​​​The following Security Council press statement was issued today by Council President Ruchira Kamboj (India):... more
2 years ago
UN.org
James Robinson and David Kennedy
SEC Charges Additional Parties in Fraudulent Office Space Investment Scheme... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Statement by Minister Ng on Germany’s step toward the ratification of Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, today issued the following statement on Germany’s advancement of its ratification of the... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Counter Terrorism Designations; North Korea Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Adam Rogas, et. al
SEC Charges New Defendant and Adds Whistleblower Impeding and Retaliation Claims in $149 Million Offering Fraud Case... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Minister Ng announces reappointment of Mairead Lavery as president and chief executive officer of Export Development Canada
To ensure EDC continues to have the strong leadership it needs to deliver on its mandate, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Biographical note: Mairead Lavery
Biographical note: Mairead Lavery... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Media Freedom Coalition Statement on Iran
We, the undersigned members of the Media Freedom Coalition (MFC) are highly concerned about the recent violent repression of freedoms of expression and peaceful assembly by Iran.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Advice for travel outside Canada this winter
“As winter approaches, many Canadians may be making plans to head to beaches or slopes outside Canada. This is a good opportunity to remind them of the wealth... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
CJEU rules that Privacy Rights Outweigh AML Requirements
Authors: Ewa Kurowska-Tober, Andrew Serwin,  John N Gevertz and Piotr Czulak The CJEU recently ruled that a Luxembourg law adopted in 2019 in accordance with the amended anti-money-laundering... more
2 years ago
Former Louisiana Police Chief, City Council member, and a Co-Conspirator Sentenced in Vote Buying Conspiracy
A former police chief in Amite City, Louisiana and a former Amite City councilmember were each sentenced yesterday to one year in prison for violating federal election laws... more
2 years ago
Minister Ng meets United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, met with Katherine Tai, United States Trade Representative to discuss ongoing efforts... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
#JKSSB alleged job scam site: 14 locations raided, arrests made
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Wednesday aided 14 locations in Jammu and Kashmir in connection with the alleged manipulation of the Accounts Assistant recruitment examination conducted... more
2 years ago
As Sean Hannity’s (Fox News) former director awaits extradition to US for entangled sanctions mess with Russia, Konstantin Malofeyev’s US bank account was just seized
Prosecutors on Wednesday moved to confiscate $5.4 million from a U.S. bank account belonging to Russian businessman Konstantin Malofeyev, who Washington has accused of financing separatists in eastern... more
2 years ago
Italian Supreme Court Grants Global Delisting Order Under National Law
On November 15, 2022, the Italian Supreme Court held that an Italian court or competent data protection authority has jurisdiction to issue a global delisting order. A delisting... more
2 years ago
HuntonPrivacyBlog
Minister Ng to hold press conference on Canada-European Union trade with Executive Vice President Dombrovskis
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, will hold a joint press conference with European Commission Executive Vice President Valdis... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Switzerland implements eighth EU sanctions package and adds UK to certain carve-outs
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled Switzerland implements eighth EU sanctions package and adds UK to certain carve-outs on 28 November 2022. Read the article via the... more
2 years ago
FTC shuts down companies that falsely promised to eliminate credit card debt. List of defendants and allegations.
The FTC has temporarily shut down a credit card debt relief scheme operated by Sean Austin, John Steven Huffman, and John Preston Thompson and their affiliated companies that... more
2 years ago
FTC
Former Customs and Border Protection Agent Indicted for Federal Civil Rights Violation for Sexually Assaulting and Kidnapping a Minor
A former agent with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) was charged in a superseding indictment, unsealed today, in the District of Arizona with three counts: a civil... more
2 years ago
Leader of Oath Keepers and Oath Keepers Member Found Guilty of Seditious Conspiracy and Other Charges Related to U.S. Capitol Breach
Elmer Stewart Rhodes III, the founder and leader of the Oath Keepers, and Kelly Meggs, the leader of the Florida chapter of the organization, were found guilty by... more
2 years ago
Eight Individuals Charged in Alleged $30 Million Unemployment Benefits Scheme
Charges were unsealed today against eight individuals for conspiring to defraud the Georgia Department of Labor of tens of millions of dollars in federal funds intended for unemployment... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Former Customs and Border Protection Agent Indicted for Federal Civil Rights Violation for Sexually Assaulting and Kidnapping a Minor
A former agent with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) was charged in a superseding indictment, unsealed today, in the District of Arizona with three counts: a civil... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Leader of Oath Keepers and Oath Keepers Member Found Guilty of Seditious Conspiracy and Other Charges Related to U.S. Capitol Breach
Elmer Stewart Rhodes III, the founder and leader of the Oath Keepers, and Kelly Meggs, the leader of the Florida chapter of the organization, were found guilty by... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
EU introduces sanctions against Haiti
On November 28, the EU published legislation which allows for restrictive measures against gang leaders in Haiti and their financiers. So far, only one person has been designated.... more
2 years ago
EU decides to criminalise violations of EU sanctions; proposal for EU body to act as enforcer for EU sanctions violations
Criminalisation of EU sanctions violations The EU Council has unanimously decided to add the violation of restrictive measures to the list of ‘EU crimes’. See here for Council... more
2 years ago
U.S. Complaint Agreement on Jackson, Mississippi Interim Solution to Water Crisis
Today, the United States filed a proposal in federal court that — if approved by the court — would appoint an Interim Third Party Manager to stabilize the... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Alabama Man Indicted for Violating U.S. Sanctions Against Iran
An indictment was unsealed today charging Ray Hunt, 69, of Madison County, Alabama, with federal offenses related to an illegal scheme to export U.S.-origin goods to Iran. The... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Minister Joly to travel to Europe to engage with partners on international peace and security priorities
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will travel to the Netherlands, Romania and Poland from November 28 to December 2, 2022, to... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Settlement Agreement between the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control and Payward, Inc. ("Kraken")
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) today announced a settlement with Payward, Inc. d/b/a Kraken ("Kraken"), a Delaware-incorporated virtual currency exchange with... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
FTC & States Sue Google and iHeartMedia for Deceptive Ads Promoting the Pixel 4 Smartphone
The Federal Trade Commission and state attorneys general announced lawsuits against Google LLC and iHeartMedia, Inc. for airing nearly 29,000 deceptive endorsements by radio personalities promoting their use... more
2 years ago
FTC
Canada launches Indo-Pacific Strategy to support long-term growth, prosperity, and security for Canadians
As a Pacific nation, Canada recognizes that the Indo-Pacific region will play a significant and profound role in Canada’s future. Every issue that matters to Canadians—national security, economic... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada and the Indo-Pacific
The Indo-Pacific is the fastest growing economic region in the world. By 2030, it will be home to two-thirds of the global middle class. By 2040, the region... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy: New initiatives and resources
Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy offers a comprehensive framework for Government of Canada engagement in the region over the next decade. The first five years of the strategy include new... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Parliamentary Secretary Oliphant to attend the International Preventing Sexual Violence in Conflict Initiative Conference, in London, United Kingdom
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced today that the Honourable Robert Oliphant Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, will travel to London, United... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint statement on Venezuela negotiations
The following statement was released by Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken, the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell Fontelles, the Canadian Minister... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Issuance of Venezuela-Related General Licenses and Frequently Asked Questions
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Venezuela-related General License 8K, "Authorizing Transactions Involving Petróleos de Venezuela, S.A. (PdVSA) Necessary for the... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Canada announces funding for World Food Programme to address global food security crisis
Today, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, on behalf of the Prime Minister, Justin... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng deepens relations with Latin American economies and Pacific Alliance during visit to Mexico City
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Econo3/*-/ic Development, concluded a successful visit to Mexico City to celebrate a decade of... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly to hold press conference on the Indo-Pacific Strategy
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will be joined by ministerial colleagues, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint statement marking the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
Right now, women in Iran are leading a powerful and necessary call to end violence against women and girls. The killing of Mahsa Amini while in the custody... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister Ng on Canada’s engagement toward achieving Associated State status with the Pacific Alliance
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, today issued the following statement on Canada’s efforts to become an Associated State... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada Imposes Additional Sanctions Against Haitian Political Elites: 3 Individuals Targeted
On 19 November 2022, Canada announced amendments to the Special Economic Measures (Haiti) Regulations in response to the “egregious conduct of Haitian political elites who provide illicit financial... more
2 years ago
United States: OFAC extends and reissues GL authorizing certain transactions
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled OFAC extends and reissues General License authorizing certain transactions involving the Central Bank of Russia, the National Wealth Fund of... more
2 years ago
Canada Imposes Additional Sanctions on Belarusian Regime: 22 Individuals and 16 Entities Targeted
Baker McKenzie's Sanctions Blog published the alert titled Canada imposes additional sanctions on Belarusian regime: 22 individuals and 16 entities targeted on 22 November 2022. Read the article... more
2 years ago
Statement from the Privacy Commissioner following release of ETHI report on study into RCMP investigative tools
Statement from the Privacy Commissioner following release of ETHI report on study into RCMP investigative tools... more
2 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Minister Ng launches exploratory talks toward free trade agreement between Canada and Ecuador
Today, at the Pacific Alliance Summit in Mexico, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, and Julio José Prado, Minister... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng meets with Mexico’s Secretary of Economy Raquel Buenrostro in Mexico City
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, met with Raquel Buenrostro, Mexico’s Secretary of Economy, at the Pacific Alliance... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statutory guidance: Central African Republic sanctions: guidance
Guidance on the Central African Republic (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020... more
2 years ago
Gov.uk
Canada to open consulate in Armenia
Global Affairs Canada announced today that it will officially open a consulate in Yerevan, Armenia, headed by Honorary Consul Vardges Avagyan. Alison LeClaire, Ambassador of Canada to Armenia,... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Global: Year-End Review of Import/Export & Trade Compliance 2022
Welcome to our Virtual Year-End Review of Import/Export and Trade Compliance Developments Conference resource center. Baker McKenzie's international trade compliance lawyers from around the world discussed the major... more
2 years ago
Canada expresses condolences following heinous terror bombings in Jerusalem
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “On behalf of all Canadians, I wish to express my deepest sympathies to the people... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng reiterates steadfast support for Canadian companies in Mexico
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, met with representatives of Canadian businesses operating in Mexico’s energy, mining, and... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Iran-related Designations and Designation Update
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
UK sanctions against Russia
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled UK Sanctions against Russia: Announcement by OFSI on the Oil Price Cap exemption on 16 November 2022. Read the article... more
2 years ago
Canada announces additional Russia sanctions
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled Canada Announces Additional Russia Sanctions: 23 Individuals Targeted on 16 November 2022. Read the article via the link here. Please also... more
2 years ago
Canada further sanctions the Iranian regime
On 16 November 2022, Canada announced further amendments to the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations in response to the Iranian regime’s “ongoing gross and systematic human rights violations... more
2 years ago
Tennessee State Senator Pleads Guilty to Campaign Finance Scheme
Tennessee State Senator Brian Kelsey pleaded guilty today to violating campaign finance laws and conspiring to defraud the Federal Election Commission (FEC) as part of a scheme to... more
2 years ago
Tennessee State Senator Pleads Guilty to Campaign Finance Scheme
Tennessee State Senator Brian Kelsey pleaded guilty today to violating campaign finance laws and conspiring to defraud the Federal Election Commission (FEC) as part of a scheme to... more
2 years ago
.DOJ (US)
Minister Ng to attend Pacific Alliance Summit in Mexico
At the summit, Minister Ng will advance Canada’s strong and vibrant relationships with the Pacific Alliance, and its 4 countries—Chile, Colombia, Mexico, and Peru— and promote Canada’s inclusive... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
OFAC Extends and Reissues General License Authorizing Certain Transactions Involving the Central Bank of Russia, the National Wealth Fund of the Russian Federation, or the Ministry of Finance of the Russian Federation
On November 21, 2022, the US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) reissued Russia-related General License 13C, “Authorizing Certain Administrative Transactions Prohibited by Directive 4... more
2 years ago
Class Action Lawsuits Continue Targeting Companies For Tracking Users’ Website Activity
Listen to this post As reported in the the Retail Industry Law Resource blog: Plaintiff’s firms continue to file variations of state law wiretapping lawsuits over “session replay”... more
2 years ago
HuntonPrivacyBlog
Announcement of new diplomatic appointments
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Announcement of new diplomatic appointments - Biographical notes
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments (Biographical notes).... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada imposes additional sanctions on Belarusian regime
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing further sanctions on the Lukashenko regime for facilitating and enabling Russia’s illegal invasion and... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada amends sanctions against Belarus
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Minister Joly to meet with Opposition Leader of Belarus Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya in Ottawa
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs will meet the Opposition Leader of Belarus, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, in Ottawa, on November 22.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Issuance of Russia-related General License
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Russia-related General License 13C "Authorizing Certain Administrative Transactions Prohibited by Directive 4 under Executive Order... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
G7 Foreign Ministers Statement on the launch of an Intercontinental Ballistic Missile by the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK)
We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union,... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng concludes productive ASEAN, G20 and APEC meetings
This week, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, concluded another trip to the Indo-Pacific region, during which she accompanied... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Sajjan travels to Qatar to attend 2022 FIFA World Cup
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, will be in Qatar from November 21 to... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada imposes additional sanctions against Haitian political elites
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing additional sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Haiti) Regulations in response to the egregious... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
The Governing Council of the Community of Democracies statement regarding protest in Iran
“We, the following Member States of the Community of Democracies Governing Council (Argentina, Canada, Chile, Estonia, Guatemala, Lithuania, Morocco, North Macedonia, Portugal, Romania, Sweden, United Kingdom, United States,... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Global Magnitsky Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
United States: BIS issues FAQs regarding China’s advanced computing and semiconductor sectors
On 28 October 2022, the US Commerce Department’s Bureau of Industry and Security issued a first round of FAQs regarding the advanced computing and semiconductor manufacturing Interim Final... more
2 years ago
UK introduces further sanctions against Russia
Baker McKenzie’s Sanctions Blog published the alert titled UK introduces further sanctions against Russia on 7 November 2022. Read the article via the link here. Please also visit... more
2 years ago
Canada Further Sanctions the Iranian Regime: 6 Individuals and 2 Entities Targeted
On November 16, 2022, Canada announced further amendments to the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations (the “Regulations”) in response to the Iranian regime’s “ongoing gross and systematic human... more
2 years ago
HONG KONG: Increased Enforcement Action?
Author: Carolyn Bigg Are we seeing a return of proactive enforcement of Hong Kong’s data protection laws, after a lull in recent years? On 14 November 2022, the... more
2 years ago
Canada Announces Additional Russia Sanctions: 23 Individuals Targeted
On November 14, 2022, Prime Minister Trudeau announced additional amendments to the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations (the “Regulations”). These amendments target twenty-three individuals, identified as “members of... more
2 years ago
Canada further sanctions Iranian regime 
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing additional sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations. This is the fifth package... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Iran-related Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
UK Sanctions against Russia: Announcement by OFSI on the Oil Price Cap exemption
The UK has banned the import of Russian oil and oil products into the UK, and has further banned UK services including finance, insurance, and shipping from enabling... more
2 years ago
Canada and Zambia lead on UN resolution to end child, early and forced marriage
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Russia-related Designations and Designation Update; Iran-related Designation and Designations Updates; Issuance of Counter Terrorism General License and related Frequently Asked Question
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Counter Terrorism General License 21 "Authorizing Limited Safety and Environmental Transactions Involving Certain Vessels", and... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Canada celebrates 5th anniversary of the Vancouver Principles and Elsie Initiative
“Five years ago, Canada launched a pair of global initiatives aimed at reinforcing our fundamental convictions that children should never be recruited to serve as soldiers, workers or... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
The GDPR International Data Transfer Regime: the case for Proportionality and a Risk-Based Approach
The Schrems II judgment has created significant legal uncertainty and challenges for data exporters across the European Economic Area (the EEA), requiring highly complex assessments of the laws... more
2 years ago
Minister Sajjan meets with newly appointed counterpart in United Kingdom, discusses human rights with Shirin Ebadi and attends remembrance service
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, recently returned from a 3-day visit to the... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Oil Price Cap Update
The UK and Price Cap Coalition (G7 + Australia) partners have agreed tough and comprehensive sanctions on Russia’s most lucrative export: crude oil and refined oil products. We... more
2 years ago
OFSI
Russia-related Designations, Designation Update, and Designation Removal; Issuance of Russia-related General License
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Russia-related General License 40C "Civil Aviation Safety". Also, the following additions, removals, and changes have... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Canada implements United Nations Security Council sanctions against Haitian gang leader
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada implemented a recent United Nations Security Council (UNSC) sanctions resolution into Canadian law under the United... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Belgium: First Settlement Decisions by Belgian Data Protection Authority
Authors: Heidi Waem, Nicolas Becker On 21 October 2022, the Belgian Data Protection Authority issued its first settlement decisions (Cases 150/2022 and 151/2022 of 21 October 2022 ) whereby... more
2 years ago
News story: UK sanctions on Russia top £18 billion for the first time
New figures reveal the full effect of UK sanctions on Russia... more
2 years ago
Gov.uk
Corporate report: OFSI Annual Reviews
Annual Reviews published by OFSI... more
2 years ago
Gov.uk
Minister Joly to attend ASEAN Summit, G20 Summit, and Sommet de la Francophonie
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will join Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit in... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Counter Terrorism Designations; Counter Narcotics Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Biographical notes
Madeleine Féquière (BA [Translation], Concordia University, 1985) works as the corporate credit chief at Domtar Corporation since 2008, providing oversight and support for credit risk management on a... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Parliamentary Secretary Sidhu to travel to Jamaica
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced today that Maninder Sidhu, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, will travel to Jamaica from November 9... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister of Foreign Affairs in Conversation with the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada and Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy
November 8, 2022 – Prior to travelling to the Indo-Pacific region, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will join the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada and... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Burma-related Designations; North Korea Designations; Cyber-related Designation; Cyber-related Designation Removal; Publication of Cyber-related Frequently Asked Questions
Today, the Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has published one new Cyber-related Frequently Asked Question (1095), and three amended Cyber-related FAQs (FAQs 1076,... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Keeping an ‘AI’ on your data: UK data regulator recommends lawful methods of using personal information and artificial intelligence
Authors: Jules Toynton, Coran Darling Data is often the fuel that powers AI used by organisations. It tailors search parameters, spots behavioural trends, and predicts future possible outcomes... more
2 years ago
177/2022 : 8 November 2022 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Joined Cases C-704/20 PPU, C-39/21 PPU
Staatssecretaris van Justitie en Veiligheid (Examen d’office de la rétention) Justice and Home Affairs A national court is required to ascertain of its own motion whether a detention... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
Minister Ng meets with United Kingdom’s Secretary of State for International Trade Kemi Badenoch
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, spoke today with Kemi Badenoch, the United Kingdom’s Secretary of State for International... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister Joly on North Korea’s continued provocations
“Canada strongly condemns North Korea’s continued ballistic missile launches, including the latest launch of a suspected intercontinental ballistic missile, and its threatening military activity in close proximity to... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng reaffirms importance of Canada-Mexico relationship with Mexican Secretary of Economy Raquel Buenrostro
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, spoke today with Raquel Buenrostro, Mexico’s Secretary of Economy.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada imposes sanctions against Haiti
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada imposes sanctions against Haitian political elites
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced in coordination with the United States that Canada is imposing targeted sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Haiti) Regulations... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder: Sanctions against Haitian political elites
Effective immediately, Canada is imposing sanctions against Haitian political elites in response to the egregious conduct of political elites who provide illicit financial support to armed gangs.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Parliamentary Secretary Oliphant to travel to the United Arab Emirates, Oman and Lebanon
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that the Honourable Robert Oliphant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, will visit the United Arab... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Students Misled by Saint James Medical School’s Deceptive Marketing Claims
The Federal Trade Commission is sending payments totaling more than $830,300 to 1,376 people who began their enrollment at Saint James School of Medicine between Fall 2016 and... more
2 years ago
FTC
Minister Joly to travel to Germany for G7 foreign ministers meeting
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will travel to Münster, Germany, to participate in the G7 foreign ministers meeting taking place from... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Media Freedom Coalition statement on International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists
The International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists was established on 2 November 2013, so that the international community could stand together in support of journalists... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
UK Government introduces new sanctions against Russia
2 years ago
Sanctions Insight
Publication of Russia-related Frequently Asked Question
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing a Russia-related Frequently Asked Question (1094).... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Canada imposes new sanctions against Iranian regime
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing additional sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations. This is the fourth package... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
FBI Releases 2021 Statistics on Law Enforcement Officers Assaulted in the Line of Duty
According to statistics reported to the FBI, 43,649 officers were assaulted while performing their duties in 2021.... more
2 years ago
xBroken-FBI
Honeywell allegedly sells faulty bulletproof vests to law enforcement, settles case for $3.35 million
U.S. v. Honeywell International Inc., case number 1:08-cv-00961, in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia. Honeywell will pay $3.35 million to settle a long-running False... more
2 years ago
Canada-United States continued partnership on key issues
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, welcomed U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken to Canada for his first official visit from October 27-28, 2022.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada and African Union Commission conclude first high-level dialogue
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs; the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development; and the Honourable Harjit S.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
A Prosperous Africa: Sustainable Development and Economic Cooperation
Canada announced over $168 million in funding at the A Prosperous Africa: Food Security, Climate Change and Economic Cooperation session during the Canada-African Union Commission High-Level Dialogue. The... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Peaceful and democratic Africa
On October 27, 2022, Canada hosted the first Canada-African Union Commission High-Level Dialogue. The dialogue gave Canadian and African Union representatives the opportunity to discuss efforts in the... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada amends sanctions against Russia
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Legal Fees General Licence
The UK has introduced the largest and most severe package of economic sanctions that Russia has ever faced. The UK government, along with international allies, is working strenuously... more
2 years ago
OFSI
Counter Terrorism Designation; Iran-related Designation
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Broker for Israeli Arms to Myanmar Arrested in Thailand for Drug Dealing and Money Laundering
Haaretz Daily Newspaper reports: Documents reveal that a corporation implicated in corruption, served as a middleman between Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), Elbit (publicly traded co), Israel Shipyards (publicly... more
2 years ago
California Acts to Stop Ygrene Energy Fund from Deceiving Consumers About PACE Financing, Placing Liens on Homes Without Consumer Consent
The Federal Trade Commission and State of California are taking action against home improvement financing provider Ygrene Energy Fund Inc. for deceiving consumers about the potential financial impact of... more
2 years ago
FTC
175/2022 : 28 October 2022 - Judgment of the Court of Justice in Case C-435/22 PPU
Generalstaatsanwaltschaft München Citizenship of the Union The authorities of a Member State are not to extradite a third-country national to another third country where that national has been... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
Announcement: International privacy regulators endorse resolutions on cybersecurity and facial recognition
Announcement... more
2 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Health Care Company Pleads Guilty and is Sentenced for Conspiring to Suppress Wages of School Nurses
VDA OC LLC (VDA), a health care staffing company, pleaded guilty and has been sentenced for entering into and engaging in a conspiracy with a competitor.... more
2 years ago
xBroken-FBI
Canada conducts assessment mission in Haiti
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is conducting an assessment mission in Haiti.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
173/2022 : 27 October 2022 - Opinions of the Advocate General in joined cases C-514/21, C-515/21
Minister for Justice and Equality (Levée du sursis) Area of Freedom, Security and Justice European Arrest Warrant: Advocate General Ćapeta proposes that the term ‘trial resulting in the... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
174/2022 : 27 October 2022 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-688/21
Confédération paysanne and Others (Mutagenèse aléatoire in vitro) Approximation of laws Genetically modified plant varieties: according to the First Advocate General Szpunar, random mutagenesis applied in vitro must be... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
172/2022 : 27 October 2022 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the case C-470/21
La Quadrature du Net and Others Approximation of laws First Advocate General Szpunar: a national authority should be able to access civil identity data linked to IP addresses where... more
2 years ago
curia.europa.eu
Minister Joly and Secretary of State Blinken to hold joint media availability from Ottawa
October 26, 2022 - The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will welcome the United States of America’s Secretary of State, Anthony J. Blinken to Canada for... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng launches upcoming Canada Trade Mission to Chile
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, launched her upcoming trade mission to Chile.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Iran-related Designations; Russia-related Designations; Global Magnitsky Designation
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Joint statement by women foreign ministers on events in Iran
“We, as women foreign ministers, are gathered in solidarity with the courageous Iranian women engaging in their right of peaceful assembly and advocating for their human rights. We... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken to visit Canada
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the first official visit to Canada by U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken on Thursday, October 27,... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
ICO issue fine of £4.4 to Interserve for security failings
Authors: Ross McKean, Henry Pelling On 24 October 2022, the ICO issued a penalty notice (MPN) to Interserve Group Limited (Interserve), imposing a fine of £4.4m for violations... more
2 years ago
Landlords - Stop press for Stoptober!
2 years ago
Sanctions Insight
Statement on United Nations Day
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “Today, we mark the 77th anniversary of the coming into effect of the Charter of... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Two Arrested and 13 Charged in Three Separate Cases for Alleged Participation in Malign Schemes in the United States on Behalf of the Government of the People’s Republic of China
Thirteen individuals, including members of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) security and intelligence apparatus and their agents, have been charged for alleged efforts to unlawfully exert influence... more
2 years ago
xBroken-FBI
Biographical notes  (Anna-Karine Asselin | Arif Keshani | Martine Moreau)
Biographical notes Anna-Karine Asselin Arif Keshani Martine Moreau... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Announcement: Benefits of digital ID ecosystem will be realized only with adequate privacy protections, say data protection authorities
Announcement... more
2 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
INDONESIA: Personal Data Protection Law PDPL Now in Force
Author: Carolyn Bigg, Yue Lin Lee Indonesia’s long-awaited Personal Data Protection Law (“PDPL”) finally came into force on 17 October 2022, helpfully consolidating and clarifying the personal data protection... more
2 years ago
Canada-Japan Action Plan for contributing to a free and open Indo-Pacific region
On October 11, 2022, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada Mélanie Joly and Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan HAYASHI Yoshimasa met in Tokyo.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Freedom Online Coalition Joint Statement on Internet Shutdowns in Iran
We, the undersigned members of the Freedom Online Coalition, are deeply alarmed by and strongly condemn the measures undertaken by Iran to restrict access to the Internet following... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Russia-related Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Canada sanctions additional representatives of the Iranian regime
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing additional sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations. This is the third package... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly to host Women Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on Iran
October 19 – The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will host a virtual meeting of women foreign ministers to discuss the grave state of women and... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly to host women foreign ministers’ meeting on Iran
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will be hosting a virtual meeting of women foreign ministers on October 20, 2022, to hear... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Two Florida Medical Study Coordinators Sentenced in Connection with Scheme to Falsify Clinical Trial Data
Department of Justice  /  Southern District of Florida  /  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE / Wednesday, October 19, 2022 MIAMI - A federal judge sentenced two Florida women to prison in... more
2 years ago
FDA Criminal Investigations
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control Issues Finding of Violation to Nodus International Bank, Inc.
The United States Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) today announced the issuance of a Finding of Violation to Nodus International Bank, Inc. (Nodus),... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Canada sanctions additional Russian propaganda agents
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing further sanctions in relation to Russia’s unjustifiable invasion and attempted annexation of Ukrainian territory.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada amends sanctions against Russia
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Counter Terrorism Designations and Designation Update; Libya Designation Removal; Issuance of Russia-related General License
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Russia-related General License 28A. In addition, OFAC has updated the following lists:... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
OFAC-OFSI Enhanced Partnership
As Directors of two of the world’s leading financial sanctions implementation authorities, we are committed to our close working relationship. As a testament to this ongoing commitment, on... more
2 years ago
OFSI
Statement by Minister Sajjan on World Food Day
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, today issued the following statement: “Climate change, COVID-19,... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada and United States coordinate delivery of Haitian National Police equipment
The Honourable Melanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of National Defence, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly meets with the Republic of Korea’s Foreign Affairs Minister Park
The Republic of Korea is a key partner for Canada in the Indo-Pacific region. Ahead of the 60th anniversary of Canada-Korea diplomatic relations in 2023, the two countries... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Sajjan visits Ukraine to assess humanitarian and rebuilding response and Ukraine’s future needs
Days after the Russian attacks on Ukraine on October 10, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Publication of a Russia-related Alert: Impact of Sanctions and Export Controls on Russia's Military-Industrial Complex; Publication of Russia-related Frequently Asked Question
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing a Russia-related Alert: Impact of Sanctions and Export Controls on Russia's Military-Industrial Complex. Additionally, OFAC... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Announcement of new diplomatic appointments - Biographical notes
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada imposes additional sanctions on the Iranian regime
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing additional sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations. These sanctions build upon the... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Sajjan to hold teleconference following his visit to Ukraine
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, will hold a media call back following his... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng advances progress on Canada-Indonesia comprehensive economic partnership agreement and reinforces Canada-ASEAN partnership during productive visit to Indonesia
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, concluded a successful visit to Indonesia during which she met with a... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
FBI Warns Voters on Election Crimes Ahead of the November 2022 Midterm Election
The FBI is committed to protecting every eligible citizen’s right to vote.... more
2 years ago
xBroken-FBI
Minister Joly meets with Japan’s Foreign Affairs Minister Hayashi
Canada is committed to elevating its strategic partnership with Japan both bilaterally and within the dynamic and fast-growing Indo-Pacific region.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Action Plan: Canada-Japan 6 Shared Priorities
Mélanie Joly, Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Hayashi Yoshimasa, Japan’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, jointly announced an action plan for implementing the Canada-Japan shared priorities for contributing... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
International Day of the Girl
“Canada is proud to be joining in celebrations taking place around the world on the 10th anniversary of International Day of the Girl. The theme this year, Our... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Settlement Agreement between the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control and Bittrex, Inc.
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) today announced a settlement with Bittrex, Inc., a private company based in Bellevue, Washington that provides... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Statement on World Day Against the Death Penalty
“Capital punishment is an affront to human rights and dignity, an ineffective deterrent to crime, and it often compounds injustice by intersecting with other forms of discrimination. No... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly to travel to South Korea and Japan
As a Pacific nation, Canada recognizes that the Indo-Pacific region is critically important for the long-term prosperity, health and security of Canadians. Decisions made in the region will... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng strengthens Canada’s presence in the Indo-Pacific at the sixth meeting of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership Commission
The Government of Canada is committed to diversifying trade and investment with key markets around the world, including the dynamic and fast-growing Indo-Pacific region.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng and Chile’s Undersecretary for International Economic Relations discuss benefits of Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, met with José Miguel Ahumada, Chile’s Undersecretary for International Economic Relations, on... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly concludes visit to Peru and announces projects in Latin America and the Caribbean
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, yesterday concluded her visit to Peru, where she attended the 52nd General Assembly of the Organization of American States (OAS).... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada’s investments in Latin America and the Caribbean
On October 6, 2022, Minister Joly announced $9.7 million in development assistance funding for 4 projects across Latin America and the Caribbean, as follows:... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Chairs Statement: Meeting on Haiti at the General Assembly of the Organization of American States
Yesterday, 19 countries of the Organization of American States met under the co-chairmanship of Canada, United States and Haiti to discuss how the international community can help respond... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Transnational Criminal Organizations Designations; North Korea Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Minister Ng to travel to Singapore for the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership Commission Meeting, and visit Indonesia
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, will visit Singapore on October 7 and 8 to attend Comprehensive and Progressive... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Justin Costello and David Ferraro
SEC Charges Man for Defrauding Investors Out of Millions of Dollars by Posing as Hedge Fund Billionaire... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Iran-related Designations and Designation Update; Non-Proliferation Designation Update; Burma-related Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Illicit Financing Risks in the Digital Assets Space: Department of the Treasury Releases Three Reports on Digital Assets and Invites Comment
On September 16, 2022, the U.S. Department of the Treasury (“Treasury”) published three reports in response to a March 2022 Executive Order concerning the development of digital assets. ... more
2 years ago
Statement from the Privacy Commissioner following release of ETHI report on facial recognition technology
Statement from the Privacy Commissioner following release of ETHI report on facial recognition technology... more
2 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
FBI Releases 2021 Crime in the Nation Statistics
The FBI released detailed data on over 11 million criminal offenses reported to the Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program’s National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) in 2021.... more
2 years ago
xBroken-FBI
Statement on the political transition in Chad
Canada commends the Government of Chad for its commitment to make progress on its political transition, including through the recent signature of the Peace Agreement in Doha and... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister Joly on North Korea’s missile launches
Canada strongly condemns North Korea’s reckless missile launches, which threaten peace, security and stability in the Indo-Pacific.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
OFAC Sanctions Virtual Currency Mixer “Tornado Cash”
On August 8, 2022, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) sanctioned virtual currency mixer Tornado Cash for having laundered more than USD... more
2 years ago
Minister Joly will travel to Lima, Peru, for General Assembly of the Organization of American States
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will travel to Lima, Peru, from October 5 to 6, 2022 to attend the 52nd regular... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Advisory Panel for Flight PS752: Biographies
Payam Akhavan (LLB, Osgoode Hall Law School, 1989; LLM SJD, Harvard Law School, 1990) is a professor of international law and senior fellow at the University of Toronto’s... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint statement from the International Coordination and Response Group for the victims of Flight PS752
The International Coordination and Response Group for the victims of Flight PS752 today issued the following joint statement... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Balkans-related Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Canada imposes sanctions on Iran for systematic human rights violations
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing new sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations. These sanctions are in response... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder: Additional sanctions against Iran
Effective immediately, Canada is imposing sanctions against Iran in response to its gross and systematic human rights violations, as well as a result of Iran’s grave and ongoing... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Global Affairs Canada statement on military forces in Burkina Faso
“Canada once again joins the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), the African Union and the international community in strongly condemning the fighting in Burkina Faso between... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly meets with U.S. Secretary of State Blinken
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with Antony Blinken, United States Secretary of State, today during her trip to Washington, D.C.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Jonathan William Mikula, et al.
SEC Charges Eight in Scheme to Fraudulently Promote Securities Offerings... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
G7 Foreign Ministers’ Statement on the illegal annexation of sovereign Ukrainian territory
We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union, are... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Sanctions Compliance Guidance for Instant Payment Systems; Settlement Agreement between OFAC and Tango Card, Inc.; Issuance of Libyan Sanctions Regulations
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing "Sanctions Compliance Guidance for Instant Payment Systems” which emphasizes the importance of taking a... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Vivera Pharmaceuticals, Inc., EFT Global Holdings, Inc. d/b/a Sentar Pharmaceuticals, and Paul P. Edalat
SEC Charges Vivera Pharmaceuticals and Its CEO with Offering Fraud... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Russian Sanctions Update: Will “Biting” Eighth EU Sanctions Package Prohibit Legal Services?
“Russia should not benefit from European knowledge and expertise.”  That is the view of European Commission (“EC”) President Ursula von der Leyen, who recently proposed an eighth package... more
2 years ago
Statement on Iran’s attacks in Northern Iraq
“Canada strongly condemns Iran’s missile and drone attacks against the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, which have resulted in multiple civilian deaths and injuries. The Government of Canada extends... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada sanctions Russian regime collaborators complicit in sham referendums in Ukraine
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing further sanctions in relation to Russia’s unprovoked and unjustifiable invasion of Ukraine, including the... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Russia-related Designations and Designations Updates; Publication of Russia-related Frequently Asked Question
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing a Russia-related Frequently Asked Question (1091).   In addition, OFAC has updated the following lists:... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Statement on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
“Today, we commemorate the painful history of residential schools in Canada and honour and provide space for the Survivors, the missing children, the families and the communities who... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly and Secretary of State Blinken to hold joint media availability from Washington D.C.
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will hold a joint media availability with the United States of America Secretary of State, Antony J. Blinken, on September... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Bradley A. Goodbred
SEC Charges Former Chicago-Area Investment Professional with Defrauding Elderly Client of $1.2 Million... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Canada amends sanctions against Russia
2 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Jason Nordlund
SEC Charges Minneapolis Hedge Fund Manager in Alleged Market Manipulation Scheme... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
News release: Commissioner’s annual report highlights privacy challenges raised by digital technologies
News release... more
2 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Jared D. Eakes, et al.
SEC Charges Former Florida Investment Adviser with Misappropriating Millions from Advisory Clients and Former Alabama Adviser with Breaching Fiduciary Duties... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Joshua Rupp
Engaged in Fraudulent Scheme... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Minister Joly to travel to Washington, D.C.
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will travel to Washington, D.C., United States, to meet with government officials on September 29 and... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Pebblekick, Inc., Donald Shiroishi, and Nancy Williams
SEC Charges Issuer for Conducting Fraudulent and Unregistered Securities Offerings... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
David Hu
SEC Obtains Final Judgment against IIG Co-Founder for Engaging in Fraud... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Matthew Nicosia, William Reninger, Fabrizio Di Carlo, and Ronald Touchard
SEC Charges Four Individuals in Microcap Fraud Scheme Targeting Retail Investors... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Issuance of Central African Republic Sanctions Regulations and Western Balkans Stabilization Regulations
The Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is reissuing in their entirety the Central African Republic Sanctions Regulations, 31 CFR part 553, and the... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Media Advisory: Tabling of the Privacy Commissioner’s annual report
Media Advisory... more
2 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Theodore J. Farnsworth, J. Mitchell Lowe, and Khalid Itum
SEC Charges Former Executives At Moviepass and Its Parent Company for Making False Statements to Investors and Falsifying Books and Records... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Christian J. Gonzalez
SEC Charges Purported Underwriter for His Role in Alleged Ponzi Scheme... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Reports for Licensing Activities Undertaken Pursuant to the Trade Sanctions Reform and Export Enhancement Act of 2000 (TSRA)
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has released Quarterly Reports of Licensing Activities pursuant to Section 906(b) of the Trade Sanctions Reform and... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Announcement of a new diplomatic appointment
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointment:... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Timothy Barton, et al.
SEC Charges Fraud in Real Estate Investment Offering... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Sang N. Phan and Rich N. Phan
SEC Charges Georgia Brothers in Fraudulent "Free-Riding" Scheme... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Settlement Agreements between the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control and CA Indosuez Switzerland S.A., and CFM Indosuez Wealth
The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) today announced a settlement with CA Indosuez Switzerland S.A. ("CAIS"), an indirect subsidiary of Credit Agricole... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Balkans-related Designation; Publication of Cuba Frequently Asked Question
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing one new Cuba Frequently Asked Question (1090). In addition, the following name has been added to... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Central African Republic: Said trial opens at International Criminal Court
Mahamat Said Abdel Kani - a top-ranking leader of the mostly-Muslim Séléka militia - pleaded not guilty to all charges, which relate to atrocities carried out in 2013,... more
2 years ago
Crime (UN)
Christopher P. Vallos
SEC Charges Company President in Fraudulent Microcap Scheme... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Minister Sajjan concludes participation at opening of 77th UN General Assembly
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, wrapped up a successful 5 days of meetings... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Brian Lam, et al.
SEC Charges Los Angeles-Based Company and Its Principal with Perpetrating an $11.7 Million Offering Fraud Targeting the Vietnamese-American Community... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Minister Ng reinforces Canada’s global trade ties at G20 Trade and Investment Ministers Meeting
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, concluded her participation at the G20 Trade, Investment and Industry Ministerial Meeting... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister Joly on protests in Iran
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement on the events unfolding in Iran... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Issuance of Iran General License D-2 and related Frequently Asked Questions
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Iran General License D-2 "General License with Respect to Certain Services, Software, and Hardware Incident... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Minister Ng drives momentum on Canada-India trade talks in meeting with India’s Minister of Commerce and Industry, Consumer Affairs and Food and Public Distribution and Textiles
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, met with Piyush Goyal, India’s Minister of Commerce and Industry, Consumer Affairs and... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng announces new chair of board of directors and chief executive officer at Invest in Canada
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, announced the appointment of Laurel Broten as chief executive officer (CEO) of... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement on Iran’s malicious cyber activity affecting Albania
“Canada strongly condemns the malicious cyber activity that targeted Albania in July 2022. Canada joins its allies Albania, the United Kingdom and the United States in attributing this... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Iran-related Designations and Designation Update; Cyber-related Designation Update
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
DOJ Announces New Corporate Enforcement Strategy
On September 15, 2022, Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco announced updated guidelines for the U.S. Department of Justice’s (“DOJ”) corporate criminal enforcement in a speech at New York... more
2 years ago
Minister Joly to hold media availability from New York City as part of the United Nations General Assembly High-Level Week 
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will hold a media availability from New York City, as part of the United Nations General Assembly High-Level Week.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada’s statement on sham referendums in Ukraine
“Canada strongly condemns the sham referendums planned in occupied regions of Ukraine. These phony exercises with predetermined results will have zero legitimacy, and Canada will not recognize them.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces a $1.21-billion contribution to fight HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria and additional support to mitigate the impact of COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic overwhelmed health systems, and lockdowns have disrupted health services worldwide. This has had a devastating impact on efforts to combat HIV/AIDS, TB, and malaria. TB... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng concludes productive visit to the Philippines – deepening trade, investment, and people-to-people ties
During her trip, Minister Ng highlighted that people of Filipino heritage make important contributions to communities across Canada, and that the Government looks forward to deepening people to... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Manhattan Transfer Registrar Company and John C. Ahearn
SEC Charges Recidivists for Violations of a Previous Commission Order... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
David Sheldon Wells
SEC Charges Former Registered Investment Advisor Representative with Securities Fraud... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Minister Joly to co-host Global Survivors Fund event on Conflict-Related Sexual Violence during 77th Session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York City
In collaboration with the Global Survivors Fund, The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will co-host an event on conflict-related sexual violence on September 22, in New... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement on International Day of Peace
“In his 1957 Nobel Peace Prize acceptance speech, Lester B. Pearson said, ‘Of all our dreams today there is none more important—or so hard to realize—than that of... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly to attend 77th Session of United Nations General Assembly in New York City
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will attend the 77th Session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York City, New York, alongside Prime Minister... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
U.S. Attorney Announces Federal Charges Against 47 Defendants in $250 Million Feeding Our Future Fraud Scheme
47 defendants have been charged for their alleged roles in a $250 million fraud scheme that exploited a federally funded child nutrition program during the COVID-19 pandemic.... more
2 years ago
xBroken-FBI
Canada announces development assistance projects in the Philippines
Canada has announced $12 million (PHP 519 million) in development assistance funding for 3 projects in the Philippines that will strengthen the Philippines’ climate financing, support women’s empowerment... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Reminder for the Annual Report of Blocked Property
On July 1, 2022, the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) issued a recent actions notice, reminding holders of property blocked pursuant to OFAC sanctions regulations published in... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Minister Ng reinforces Canada-ASEAN relations at successful meeting in Cambodia with ASEAN economic ministers
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, today concluded a productive trip to Siem Reap, Cambodia, where she met with... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng advances cooperation with G7 partners at trade and investment ministerial meeting 
International collaboration is key to ensuring a resilient, sustainable, and inclusive economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, guided by a strong rules-based international trading system. Such collaboration, including... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Gabriel Edelman, Creative Advancement LLC and Edelman Blockchain Advisors LLC
SEC Charges Promoter and Companies with $4 Million Fraud... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Secured Income Group, Inc., et al.
SEC Charges Real Estate Investment Firm and Principal with $100 Million Offering Fraud... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Dale Swanberg, Granite Construction Incorporated
SEC Charges Infrastructure Company Granite Construction and Former Executive with Financial Reporting Fraud... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Publication of Russia-related Determinations and Frequently Asked Questions
Today, the Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has published a Determination Pursuant to Section 1(a)(i) of Executive Order 14024, a Determination Pursuant to... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Minister Ng speaks with Yulia Svyrydenko, First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy of Ukraine
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, spoke with Yulia Svyrydenko, First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy of... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Russia-related Designations; Issuance of Russia-related General License and Frequently Asked Questions; Zimbabwe-related Designation, Removals and Update; Libya-related Designation Update
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Russia-related General License 51 "Authorizing the Wind Down of Transactions Involving Limited Liability Company Group... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Former Elected County Coroner Convicted for Illegal Distribution of Controlled Substances
A federal jury convicted Dr. David Suetholz of Ludlow, Kentucky, for illegally prescribing controlled substances Oxycontin, Klonopin, Ambien, and Valium.... more
2 years ago
xBroken-FBI
Chicago Crypto Capital LLC, et al.
SEC Sues Chicago-Area Unregistered Crypto Assets Broker, Its Owner, and Two Salespeople with Fraud and with Conducting an Unregistered Offering... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Cyber-related Designations; Iran-related Designations
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Three Iranian Nationals Charged with Engaging in Computer Intrusions and Ransomware-Style Extortion Against U.S. Critical Infrastructure Providers
An indictment was unsealed today charging three Iranian nationals with allegedly orchestrating a scheme to hack into the computer networks of multiple U.S. victims.... more
2 years ago
xBroken-FBI
Announcement: Privacy Commissioner appears before Senate committee to offer comment on Bill C-11
Announcement... more
2 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Minister Ng to attend trade ministerial meetings for the G7, Association of Southeast Asian Nations and G20
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, will promote international trade and investment best practices and opportunities during key meetings... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces matching fund and additional international assistance for Pakistan
Pakistan has experienced its worst flooding in recent history, and Canada will continue to be there to help the people of Pakistan by supporting the humanitarian response to... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Publication of Cyber-related Frequently Asked Questions
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing new Cyber-related Frequently Asked Questions (1076-1079).... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
FBI and Law Enforcement Partners Arrest Nearly 6,000 Violent Criminals This Summer
Between May 1, and Sept. 2, 2022, the FBI and our local and state law enforcement partners arrested nearly 6,000 alleged violent criminals and gang members and seized... more
2 years ago
xBroken-FBI
Preliminary Guidance on Implementation of a Maritime Services Policy and Related Price Exception for Seaborne Russian Oil
Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing preliminary guidance on the implementation of a maritime services policy and related price... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Ambassador Advisors, LLC, Bernard I. Bostwick, Robert E. Kauffman, and Adrian E. Young
Court Enters Judgments Against Investment Adviser and Its Principals for Defrauding Clients Through Their Mutual Fund Share Class Selection Practices... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Profile Solutions, Inc. et. al.
SEC Charges Florida Company and Its Officers with Fraud... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Cyber-related Designations; Iran-related Designation and Designation Update
OFAC has updated its SDN List. Please visit the URL below to view this action... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Money Magnet Platinum Membership Initiative LLC and LaKenya Hopkins
SEC Charges "Money Magnet" Promoter and Company with Offering Fraud Totaling Approximately $300,000... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Canada announces additional $2 million in funding for humanitarian assistance for the Philippines
Canada remains deeply concerned by the impacts of Super Typhoon Rai—also referred to as Typhoon Odette—on the Philippines and its people. The typhoon, which hit the country on... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Iran-related Designations; Non-proliferation Designations; Russia-related Designation; Issuance of Russia-related General License 13B
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Russia-related General License 13B. In addition, the following names have been added to OFAC's list... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Parliamentary Secretary Oliphant travels to Argentina
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced today that the Honourable Robert Oliphant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, will be in Argentina from... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada contributing $2.5 million to UN-coordinated salvage operation of the FSO Safer
Canada is deeply concerned by the imminent environmental risks and potential humanitarian impacts posed by the FSO Safer, a tanker anchored in the waters off Yemen’s Red Sea... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Updates Related to Price Cap on Russian Oil
On September 2, 2022, G7 Finance Ministers issued a statement confirming their joint intention to implement a price cap with respect to Russian-origin crude oil and petroleum products.... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Amendment to the Cyber-Related Sanctions Regulations and Associated Administrative List Updates
OFAC is amending, and reissuing in their entirety, the Cyber-Related Sanctions Regulations, 31 C.F.R. part 578. This administrative action replaces the regulations that were published in abbreviated form... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
Kris A. Swaffer, et. al.
SEC Charges Marijuana Start-Up Company and Its Operatives with Securities Fraud... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
David Pope
SEC Charges Former Rail Freight Trader with Accounting Fraud... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Statement by Minister Joly on UN report on human rights situation in Xinjiang
The release of this much-anticipated report was critical. The findings reflect the credible accounts of grave human rights violations taking place in Xinjiang. This report makes an important... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng establishes Canada-Vietnam Joint Economic Committee
To drive a strong, sustainable, and inclusive economic recovery, the Government of Canada is committed to strengthening the country's international trade ties with fast-growing markets, such as Vietnam’s.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Archer Capital Management Group et al.
SEC Charges Archer Capital Management Group, the Archer Growth Fund and Related Entities with Defrauding Investors... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Ramas Capital Management, LLC and Ganesh H. Betanabhatla
SEC Charges Private Fund Adviser and Its Principal for Fraud... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Statement of the G7 Non-Proliferation Directors’ Group on nuclear safety and security at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant
“The G7 Non-Proliferation Directors Group recalls the Statement of the G7 Foreign Ministers of August 10, 2022, in support of the IAEA´s efforts to promote nuclear safety and... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Empirex Capital LLC, et al.
SEC Files Subpoena Enforcement Action Against South Florida Man, His Sister and Their Companies... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Lindberg, et al.
SEC Charges Advisory Firm and Executives with Devising an Elaborate Scheme to Defraud Clients Out of More Than $75 Million... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Ignite International Brands, Ltd.
SEC Files Subpoena Enforcement Action Against Issuer for Failure to Produce Documents... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Lee A. Bressler
SEC Charges Hedge Fund Portfolio Manager with Fraud... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Reporting to OFSI: what do I need to do?
Find out who needs to report to OFSI, what you need to report and how to do it... more
2 years ago
OFSI
Canada announces $5 million in funding for humanitarian assistance in response to flooding in Pakistan
Pakistan has experienced heavy monsoon rains and floods since mid-June, causing the deaths of over 1,000 people and affecting the lives of 33 million people across the country.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada to challenge U.S. softwood lumber duties under Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, today issued the following statement regarding the United States’ unwarranted and unfair duties... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister Joly on Line 5 transit pipeline
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, issued the following statement: “More than ever, Canada is firmly committed to ensuring its energy and economic security, while taking... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Harmel S. Rayat, RenovaCare, Inc., Jatinder Bhogal, Jeetenderjit Singh Sidhu, and Sharon Fleming
SEC Adds Defendants and Claims in Microcap Fraud Case... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Minister Ng speaks with Piyush Goyal, India’s Minister of Commerce and Industry
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, met with Piyush Goyal, India’s Minister of Commerce and Industry, Consumer Affairs... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with Belizean counterparts Eamon Courtenay, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade, and Immigration, and Christopher Coye, Minister of State, Finance, Economic Development and Investment
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, met with 2 Cabinet ministers of the Government of Belize: Eamon Courtenay,... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Spartan Securities Group, Ltd., et al.
Gatekeepers Ordered to Pay Nearly $1 Million in Monetary Remedies for Microcap Shell Factory Fraud... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Taronis Technologies, Inc., et al.
SEC Charges Industrial Gas Companies and Former Executives with Fraud... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
GP Capital Group, Inc. and Shannon W. Illingworth
SEC Obtains Court Order to Enforce Investigative Subpoenas for Production of Documents by Gp Capital Group, Inc. and Its President, Shannon W. IIIingworth... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Issuance of Iran General License M-2 and Amended Frequently Asked Question
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Iran General License M-2 "Authorizing the Exportation of Certain Graduate Level Educational Services and Software".... more
2 years ago
OFAC (US)
John C. Wilson II, et al.
SEC Charges Texas-Based Technology Company and Its CEO with Fraud for False Statements and Misappropriation of Investor Funds... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Joint Ministerial Statement Marking 5th Anniversary of Myanmar Military’s Attack Against Rohingya and Ensuing Crisis
The following is the text of a joint statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union, and the Foreign Ministers of Australia, Canada, Norway, the... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Nicolas Arkells
SEC Charges Promoter of California Cannabis Company with Fraud... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Statement on Ukraine’s Independence Day
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada,... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Robert Brian Watson and WDC Holdings LLC d/b/a Northstar Commercial Partners
SEC Charges Denver Real Estate Developer with Securities Fraud... more
2 years ago
SEC Litigation
Minister Ng speaks with German Vice-Chancellor and Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Climate Action Robert Habeck
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, spoke with German Vice-Chancellor and Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Climate... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Sajjan concludes trip to Lebanon and announces $5 million in international assistance for UN Women
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, today finished his visit to Lebanon, which focused... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement on World Humanitarian Day
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, today issued the following statement:... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Temporary ban on importation of handguns into Canada now in effect
One Canadian killed or injured by gun violence is one too many. That is why the Government of Canada has a comprehensive plan to keep Canadians safe from... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly speaks with Pakistan’s Foreign Affairs Minister
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today spoke with Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Foreign Affairs Minister of Pakistan. This call marked the first interaction between ministers.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to strengthen Canada-Philippines ties with upcoming visit
In this, the first trip to the Philippines by a Canadian Cabinet minister since 2018, Minister Ng will meet with government and business leaders to advance trade and... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Sajjan concludes trip to Egypt and announces intention to contribute $10 million for climate-finance initiative
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, has concluded a visit to Egypt that focused... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada strengthens ties with Mexico through inaugural Canada-Mexico High-Level Economic Dialogue
Canada and Mexico share a vibrant, multi-faceted relationship that is characterized by deep people-to-people ties, rich cultural connections and growing trade and investment.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
First anniversary of Declaration Against Arbitrary Detention in State-to-State Relations
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement to mark the first anniversary of the launch of the Declaration Against Arbitrary Detention in... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Ministers Joly, Fraser, Sajjan and Anand one year after fall of Afghanistan
“Tomorrow, we mark one year since Afghanistan fell into the hands of the Taliban. In this past year, we have witnessed the hardships endured by the Afghan people,... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement from Minister Ng on U.S. Inflation Reduction Act
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, issued the following statement regarding passage of the U.S. Inflation Reduction Act... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng and Minister Champagne to engage in Canada-Mexico High Level Economic Dialogue 
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development and the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development will... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Sajjan announces new Refugee Education Council members on International Youth Day
Canada is committed to empowering youth at home and around the world. Improving their access to education, amplifying their voices and engaging with them so they can influence... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Announcement: OPC publishes survey of Canadian businesses on privacy-related issues
Announcement... more
2 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Minister Sajjan announces $120-million sovereign loan offer and $25 million in international assistance on trip to Jordan
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, today finished his first visit to Jordan as... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs on 30th anniversary of Canada-Azerbaijan diplomatic relations
Today marks the 30th anniversary of our diplomatic relations with Azerbaijan, a relationship built upon warm people-to-people ties, including a vibrant Azerbaijani community, which forms an essential part... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement of the G7 Foreign Ministers in support of the International Atomic Energy Agency’s efforts to promote Nuclear Safety and Security at the Zaporizhzhya Nuclear Power Plant in Ukraine
“We, the G7 foreign ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union,... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement on International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada,... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada puts in place temporary handgun import ban
Canadians deserve to feel safe in their communities. That is why the Government of Canada has a comprehensive plan that gets firearms off our streets and more resources... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng concludes successful participation in ASEAN ministerial meetings in Cambodia
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, today concluded a productive trip to Phnom Penh, Cambodia, where she participated in... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
ASEAN-Canada Plan of Action Trust Fund
The ASEAN-Canada Plan of Action Trust Fund will support activities that promote cooperation between ASEAN and the Government of Canada in mutually agreed priority areas aligned with the... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Media Advisory: Privacy Commissioner to appear before ETHI to speak about the RCMP’s use of device investigation tools
Media Advisory... more
2 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Statement by Minister Ng on U.S. duties on softwood lumber products from Canada
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, issued the following statement regarding the final results of the third administrative... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Announcement:COVID-19 testing company stops sending marketing email to travellers arriving in Canada
Announcement... more
2 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Minister Joly meets with German counterpart
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today met with Annalena Baerbock, Germany’s Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs, in Montréal, Quebec.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
G7 Foreign Ministers’ Statement on Preserving Peace and Stability Across the Taiwan Strait
“We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union, reaffirm... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
G7 Foreign Ministers’ statement on energy security
“We, the Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union, are... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly to participate in Fireside Chat with German counterpart in Montreal
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs will meet with her counterpart from Germany, Federal Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock, on August 3, in Montreal.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly to hold press conference with her German counterpart in Montreal
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs will hold a press conference with her counterpart from Germany, Federal Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock, on August 3, in Montreal.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly announces additional sanctions on Russian military officials and defence entities
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing further sanctions in relation to Russia’s illegal and unjustifiable invasion of Ukraine.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement on Romani Genocide Remembrance Day
In the years leading up to and during the Holocaust, an estimated 500,000 Roma and Sinti children, women, and men were murdered by the Nazis and their collaborators.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly to welcome German counterpart to Canada
The ministers will meet to build on the strength of the transatlantic partnership between their countries in the face of growing geopolitical instability. They will reaffirm their mutual... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Viabuilt Ventures, Inc.,
2 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Canada announces funding for 3 LGBTQ2I-related projects in developing countries
No matter where you live, every human being should have the same fundamental human rights regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. It is why Canada continues... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder: Canada announces funding for 3 LGBTQ2I-related projects in developing countries 
Canada has announced $9 million in funding to support marginalized LGBTQ2I communities in developing countries around the world. This funding is distributed as follows.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces the renewal of support to UNAIDS
The Government of Canada is committed to ending AIDS as a public health threat by 2030, addressing the stigma and discrimination faced by key populations and ensuring that... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Announcement: The OPC responds to Canada Border Services Agency consultation on proposed regulations for examining documents stored on personal digital devices
Announcement... more
2 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
G7 Foreign Ministers’ Statement on the executions by the military junta in Myanmar
“We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union,... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly speaks with Tunisia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs
Minister Joly highlighted the value of diplomatic relations between the two countries and Canada’s commitment, as a friend of Tunisia, to continuing to support the Tunisian people and... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to attend Association of Southeast Asian Nations meetings in Cambodia
As an Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) dialogue partner and founding member of the ASEAN Regional Forum, Canada is committed to deepening its already strong relationships with... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint statement on execution of pro-democracy and opposition leaders in Myanmar
A joint statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union, and the Foreign Ministers of Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, Norway, Republic of Korea, the... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada’s statement on Russia, Ukraine and Türkiye grain agreement
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “Canada welcomes today’s agreement among Russia, Ukraine and Türkiye on lifting the de facto blockade... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint statement of Canada and the Kingdom of the Netherlands regarding today’s decision of the International Court of Justice in the Rohingya genocide case between The Gambia and Myanmar
The Governments of Canada and the Kingdom of the Netherlands today issued the following statement: “Canada and the Kingdom of the Netherlands welcome the decision of the International... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister Ng on Canada launching Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement consultations on Mexico’s new energy policies
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, today issued the following statement on launching an energy consultation with Mexico under... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint Statement on Ukraine’s application against Russia at the International Court of Justice
“We reiterate our support for Ukraine’s application instituting proceedings against the Russian Federation before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) under the 1948 Convention on the Prevention and... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Announcement: Foreign nationals now have right to access personal information under Privacy Act
Announcement... more
2 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Canada welcomes renewal of Syrian cross-border mechanism
Canada welcomes the UN Security Council’s authorization for the use of the Bab al-Hawa border crossing in northwest Syria for six months. The Syrian cross-border mechanism is a... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Parliamentary Secretary Sidhu to travel to Guatemala and Honduras
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced today that Maninder Sidhu, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, will travel to Guatemala and Honduras from... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly announces Canada’s intent to further sanction key Russian economic sectors
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada intends to impose further sanctions in relation to Russia’s illegal and unjustifiable invasion of Ukraine. These... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly concludes successful participation in G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Indonesia
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, concluded a productive trip to Bali, Indonesia, where she participated in the G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on July 7 and... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng concludes successful trilateral meeting of Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement Free Trade Commission
The trilateral trade and investment relationship among Canada, the United States and Mexico is one of the most dynamic in the world, supporting economic growth, prosperity and good... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with United States Trade Representative Tai at CUSMA Free Trade Commission ministerial meeting
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, met with Katherine Tai, United States Trade Representative, at the ministerial meeting... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly meets with Australia’s Foreign Minister Penny Wong
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today met with Senator Penny Wong, Australia’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, on the margins of the G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with Mexico’s Secretary of Economy Clouthier at CUSMA Free Trade Commission ministerial
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, spoke with Tatiana Clouthier Carrillo, Mexico’s Secretary of Economy, at the ministerial... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly announces additional sanctions targeting Russian disinformation and propaganda agents
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced additional sanctions in relation to Russia’s illegal and unjustifiable invasion of Ukraine, while attending the G20 Foreign Ministers’... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister Ng on agreement to remove U.S. solar safeguard tariffs on Canadian solar products
July 7, 2022 - Ottawa, Ontario - Global Affairs Canada The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, today issued the... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to host U.S. Trade Representative and Mexico’s Secretary of Economy in Vancouver
July 7, 2022 - The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, will host the United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai,... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly to attend G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Indonesia
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will be travelling to Bali, Indonesia, from July 6 to 9, 2022, to participate in the... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng welcomes 25th anniversary of Canada-Chile Free Trade Agreement
“Canada is pleased to celebrate 25 years since the landmark Canada-Chile Free Trade Agreement (CCFTA) and its parallel agreements on Environment and Labour cooperation came into force.”... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng welcomes New Zealand’s Minister Damien O’Connor 
Canada is committed to collaborating with like-minded partners to create inclusive, sustainable, and long-term growth and to strengthen the international rules-based trading system.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with Mmusi Kgafela, Botswana’s Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry
In an era when trade diversification is more important than ever, Canada is committed to facilitating business opportunities and expanding trade relations around the world, including with 1... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces over $16 million in funding to improve employment opportunities for youth in Benin
Providing young people in developing countries with more opportunities to complete vocational training makes it easier for them to find good work and reach their full potential. Canada... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to host U.S. and Mexican counterparts to mark two-year anniversary of CUSMA
While in Vancouver, Minister Ng, Ambassador Tai and Secretary Clouthier will engage in important trilateral discussions at the Free Trade Commission Meeting, in addition to meeting with stakeholders... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Parliamentary Secretary Oliphant to travel to Switzerland and United Kingdom
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced today that the Honourable Robert Oliphant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, will travel to Lugano, Switzerland,... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs on 25th anniversary of establishment of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
From across the Pacific, Canada witnessed the historic return of Hong Kong on July 1, 1997, to Chinese sovereignty and the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada champions education, youth voices at ministerial pre-summit in lead up to UN Transforming Education Summit 
Conflict, increasing food insecurity, the climate crisis and the COVID 19 pandemic have disrupted education for millions of children and youth worldwide, particularly the most marginalized including those... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Announcement: Global data protection authorities release guidance
Announcement... more
2 years ago
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Minister Joly announces expansion of Canada’s diplomatic presence in Central and Eastern Europe and Caucasus
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced today an expansion of Canada’s diplomatic presence and capacity in Central and Eastern Europe and the Caucasus.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Digatrade Financial Corporation
2 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Minister Joly concludes successful participation in Commonwealth Foreign Affairs Ministers’ Meeting
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today concluded a productive trip to Kigali, Rwanda, where she participated in the Commonwealth Foreign Affairs Ministers Meeting... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Ministers Sajjan and Bibeau participate in Ministerial Conference “Uniting for Global Food Security” and announce $5 million matching fund in response to hunger crisis in Sub-Saharan Africa
As the world faces a food security crisis, Canada remains committed to being a reliable global partner in addressing global hunger, taking action on climate change, and collaborating... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Ministers Sajjan and Bibeau to attend the Ministerial Conference “Uniting for Global Food Security” on June 24, hosted by G7 president Germany
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, will attend the Uniting for Global Food Security Ministerial... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Government of Canada and Indigenous leaders celebrate Indigenous Peoples Economic and Trade Cooperation Arrangement
As part of its inclusive approach to trade, Canada is developing and implementing policies to ensure that Indigenous Peoples in Canada have access to all the benefits and... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng attends successful G7 trade and investment ministers meeting
International collaboration is critical to strengthening the global rules-based trade system in support of a strong, sustainable, and inclusive recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. Likewise, Canada’s close cooperation... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng addresses APEC trade ministers
Colleagues, thank you for the insightful dialogue about how APEC economies can work together as we navigate through COVID-19 and beyond.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng welcomes successful Twelfth Ministerial Conference in Geneva
Canada is a trading nation and a strong proponent of the international rules-based multilateral trading system, with the World Trade Organization (WTO) at its core. Multilateralism is essential... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Announcement: Philippe Dufresne appointed Canada’s new Privacy Commissioner
Announcement... more
2 years ago
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Canada and Indigenous partners to announce new international trade framework for Indigenous Entrepreneurs
As we continue to celebrate National Indigenous History Month, the Government of Canada, alongside Indigenous representatives, will make an announcement regarding Indigenous entrepreneurs and exporters.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly announces expansion of diplomatic relations with Rwanda and appointment of new ambassador to African Union
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced Canada’s intention to further strengthen its diplomatic relationship with Rwanda by converting the Canadian office in Kigali into... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly to attend Commonwealth Foreign Affairs Ministers Meeting and NATO Summit
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will travel to Kigali, Rwanda, from June 22 to 25 to attend the Commonwealth Foreign Affairs... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Sajjan announces $200-million contribution to enhance COVID-19 vaccine delivery, demand and production in 13 high-need countries
Immunizing a critical mass of the world’s population is crucial in getting the COVID-19 pandemic under control. Many countries in the Global South, however, continue to encounter challenges... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Sajjan announces appointment of new board chairperson and governors for International Development Research Centre
Today, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, announced the appointment of Dr. Dorothy Nyambi... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces next phase of strategy responding to Rohingya and Myanmar crises
The Rohingya crisis and the political, security, humanitarian and economic crises that followed the February 2021 military coup in Myanmar continue to affect millions of people in Myanmar... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder: Canada announces development, peace and security projects for Bangladesh and Myanmar
Canada has announced $206.75 million in development assistance funding for projects in Myanmar and in the district of Cox’s Bazar in Bangladesh, and $2.26 million in funding for... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Announcement: OPC announces new funding recipients for independent research: Assessing and mitigating privacy risks, barriers and inequalities
Announcement... more
2 years ago
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Minister Joly speaks with Minister Malki
The ministers discussed the importance of the strong bilateral relationship and people-to-people ties between Canadians and Palestinians. Minister Joly highlighted the wide reaching impacts of Putin’s war of... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada-Kingdom of Denmark joint statement on bilateral cooperation
“Canada and the Kingdom of Denmark together with Greenland are close, like-minded partners committed to democratic principles, including the rule of law and gender equality. We work closely... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Boundary dispute
The new agreement between Canada and the Kingdom of Denmark, together with Greenland, resolves the long-standing dispute over sovereignty of Tartupaluk/Hans Island by creating a land boundary. It... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada and the Kingdom of Denmark, together with Greenland, reach historic agreement on long-standing boundary disputes
Today, Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada, and Jeppe Kofod, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Denmark, along with Múte B. Egede, Prime Minister of Greenland, signed... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly to welcome representatives of the Kingdom of Denmark to Canada
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she is hosting Jeppe Kofod, the Kingdom of Denmark’s Minister of Foreign Affairs; Múte B. Egede, Greenland’s... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng and Minister Boissonnault meet with international partners at OECD Ministerial Council Meeting
At the meeting, Minister Ng and Minister Boissonnault reiterated Canada’s commitment to working with OECD members to address the economic and trade impacts of Russia’s unjustifiable, unprovoked, and... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada-Mexico-United States Joint Statement by Foreign Ministers
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada Mélanie Joly, Secretary of Foreign Relations of Mexico Marcelo Ebrard Casaubón, and Secretary of State of the United States of America... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint Declaration: Fostering a strategic dialogue between Canada and the Members of the Alliance for Development in Democracy
Canada, and the Republic of Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, and the Republic of Panama, members of the Alliance for Development in Democracy (ADD) confirm our shared commitment... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly announces new Indo-Pacific Advisory Committee
As a Pacific nation, Canada recognizes that the Indo-Pacific region is critically important for the long-term prosperity, health and security of Canadians.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Members of Canada’s Indo-Pacific Advisory Committee 
Janice Gross Stein is the Belzberg professor of conflict management in the Department of Political Science of, and the founding director of, the Munk School of Global Affairs... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint statement on the Global Partnership for Action on Gender-Based Online Harassment and Abuse
Today, June 8, 2022, at the Summit of the Americas, the undersigned foreign ministers of new and existing Western Hemisphere country members of the Global Partnership for Action... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Closing event for 50th anniversary of Canada-Germany science and technology cooperation agreement
Global Affairs Canada will co-host the June 9 closing event of the 50th anniversary of the signing of the agreement between Canada and Germany on science, technology cooperation... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Itinerary – Minister Ng to attend meetings of Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development and WTO
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, will attend the 2022 Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development Ministerial Council Meeting... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint statement on limited resumption of Arctic Council cooperation
“In response to Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine—a flagrant violation of the principles of sovereignty and territorial integrity, based on international law—the other founding states of the Arctic... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada imposes sanctions on Russian oil, gas and chemical industries
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing new sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations in response to Russian President... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
New enforcement powers - a message from Giles Thomson, Director of OFSI
OFSI's director Giles Thomson talks about new powers which come into force on 15 June and our approach to enforcement... more
2 years ago
OFSI
Announcement: Prime Minister announces nomination of next Privacy Commissioner
Announcement... more
2 years ago
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Minister Ng speaks with India’s Minister of Commerce and Industry, Consumer Affairs and Food and Public Distribution and Textiles
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, spoke with Piyush Goyal, India’s Minister of Commerce and Industry, Consumer Affairs... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Announcement: OPC officials appear before parliamentary committee examining Bill S-7
Announcement... more
2 years ago
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Announcement: Information Commissioner assumes privacy duties on interim basis
Announcement... more
2 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Minister Joly meets with Baltic dignitaries
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, this week welcomed to Canada Eva-Maria Liimets, Estonia’s former Minister of Foreign Affairs, Gabrielius Landsbergis, Lithuania’s Minister of Foreign Affairs,... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly to attend Summit of the Americas and visit California
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will travel to Los Angeles, United States, from June 6 to 10, to join Prime Minister... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister Joly on the 100th day of the Russian invasion of Ukraine
Today marks 100 days since Putin has unjustifiably and illegally invaded Ukraine.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala to advance WTO priorities
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, spoke with Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director-General of the WTO, to discuss progress in... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly receives Special Envoy Dion’s report on ways to support Armenian democracy
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that the Honourable Stéphane Dion, Ambassador to Germany and Special Envoy to the European Union and Europe, has... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Announcement: OPC signs information-sharing agreement with the data protection authority of Abu Dhabi
Announcement... more
2 years ago
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Minister Joly to meet with Baltic counterparts in Québec City
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs will meet with her counterparts from the Baltic region, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Estonia Eva-Maria Liimets,... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Announcement: Commissioner appears before the Standing Committee on Access to Information, Privacy and Ethics for the last time before the end of his mandate
Announcement... more
2 years ago
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Minister Joly to participate in armchair discussion and joint media availability with Baltic counterparts
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will participate in an armchair discussion hosted by the Toronto Metropolitan University’s Democracy Forum entitled “Ukraine, War and Peace”. She... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly to welcome Baltic counterparts to Canada
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will host the visit of Eva-Maria Liimets, Estonia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Gabrielius Landsbergis, Lithuania’s Minister... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly speaks with India’s External Affairs Minister
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, this week, spoke with Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, India’s External Affairs Minister.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly meets with Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs for the Venezuelan Interim Government and co-founder of Women for Democracy in Venezuela
Yesterday, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with Isadora Zubillaga, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs for the Venezuelan Interim Government and co-founder of Women for... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Media Advisory: Privacy Commissioner Daniel Therrien to appear before ETHI for the last time before end of mandate
Media Advisory... more
2 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News release: Tim Hortons app violated privacy laws in collection of ‘vast amounts’ of sensitive location data
News release... more
2 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Canada imposes additional sanctions to exert further pressure on Russian regime
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing new sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations in response to Russian President... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with Japan’s Minister in Charge of Economic Revitalization 
Yesterday, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, spoke with YAMAGIWA Daishiro, Japan’s Minister in Charge of Economic Revitalization, whose... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Media Advisory: Privacy protection authorities to release findings following investigation into Tim Hortons app
Media Advisory... more
2 years ago
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Joint statement on Ukraine’s application against Russia at the International Court of Justice
Statement on behalf of Albania, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy,... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Sajjan announces assistance of $223.4 million on trip to South Sudan
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, concluded a visit to South Sudan focused on... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces funding for projects in South Sudan 
Canada has announced $223.4 million in funding for development and humanitarian programming in South Sudan. This funding is being distributed as follows.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
G7 Foreign Ministers’ Statement on the launch of an Intercontinental Ballistic Missile by North Korea
“We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union,... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement to mark International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of National Defence, and the Honourable Marco Mendicino, Minister of Public Safety, today issued the... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Sajjan announces $68 million in international assistance funding on trip to Rwanda and Kenya
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, has concluded a visit to Rwanda and Kenya... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder: Canada announces funding for Rwanda, Kenya and other countries in East Africa
Canada has announced $62 million in development assistance funding for projects in Kenya and $6 million in humanitarian assistance funding for people in Burundi, Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada provides funding to International Criminal Court to strengthen accountability for conflict-related sexual violence 
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada will be providing additional funding to the International Criminal Court (ICC) to strengthen accountability for conflict-related... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada provides funding to International Criminal Court to strengthen accountability for conflict-related sexual violence 
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada will be providing additional funding to the International Criminal Court (ICC) to strengthen accountability for conflict-related... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Announcement: Privacy Commissioner delivers final annual address at Canada Privacy Symposium 2022 before end of mandate
Announcement... more
2 years ago
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Statement by Minister Ng on United States’ request for consultations on Canada’s new dairy tariff rate quota policies under Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, today issued the following statement regarding the United States’ request for consultations on... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng concludes successful visits to Thailand and Singapore
Helping businesses find innovative ways to diversify trade and expand into growth markets is key to a sustainable, inclusive economic recovery and transition to a green economy.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada makes major contribution to support small and medium-sized agri-food enterprise growth in Africa
Rising global food insecurity calls for new investments in climate-smart, nature-based agricultural solutions.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng participated in the 2022 APEC Ministers Responsible for Trade Meeting in Thailand
International forums such as the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) are critical platforms for advancing our global economic recovery from COVID-19 and to securing a sustainable future economy for... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng announces Canada’s request to join the Digital Economy Partnership Agreement
Canada is committed to strengthening opportunities for international engagement on digital trade, as well as collaboration on advanced technologies issues.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Parliamentary Secretary Oliphant to travel to South Africa, Malawi and Tanzania
In Pretoria and Johannesburg, South Africa, Parliamentary Secretary Oliphant will engage with key government officials on shared priorities, including, global health, democracy, climate cooperation, and multilateralism. He will... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Itinerary -  Minister Ng heads to Southeast Asia 
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, will be attending the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Ministers Responsible for Trade Meeting in... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Sajjan to travel to East Africa
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, today announced that he will travel to Rwanda,... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada imposes additional sanctions on Russian oligarchs in response to Putin’s continued aggression on Ukraine
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing new sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations in response to Russian President... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
G7 Development Ministers conclude successful meeting and issue statement on Ukraine
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, has concluded a productive trip to Berlin, Germany... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder: Canada announces international assistance to support people affected by the war in Ukraine
Canada has announced $11 million in funding for humanitarian and development assistance to help people affected by the conflict in Ukraine.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister Ng and Minister Bibeau on China’s removal of restrictions on Canadian canola exports 
Canada has been advised that China has reinstated access to its market for two Canadian companies that China Customs had suspended from exporting canola seed to China since... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly to travel to New York to highlight Global Food Security challenges
The consequences of President Putin’s unprovoked and unjustifiable invasion of Ukraine are far-reaching and significant. Among the most widely felt effects is the inflation of food prices and... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement on International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia
Everyone has the right to feel safe in being their true self and expressing their gender and sexuality freely. The International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia gives... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Sajjan to attend G7 Development Ministers’ Meeting in Berlin
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, will travel to Berlin, Germany, to attend the... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly concludes trip to Germany and Belgium
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today concluded a productive trip to Germany where she participated in multilateral and bilateral discussions at the G7 and NATO... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Parliamentary Secretary Virani shares highlights of trade visits to South Africa and Zambia
Expanding trade relations with and investments in African countries is crucial to Canada’s global economic recovery, as is establishing trade partnerships in expanding economies and diversifying supply chains... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint declaration following the third EU-Canada Joint Ministerial Committee meeting
The High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Vice President of the Commission (HR/VP), Josep Borrell, and Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Mélanie Joly,... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister Ng on dairy tariff rate quota policies under CUSMA
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, today issued the following statement regarding the publication of Canada’s new dairy tariff... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Update - Minister Joly to hold teleconference following G7, NATO and EU multilateral meetings in Germany and Belgium
Update - The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will hold a media call back to conclude her participation in the G7 and NATO foreign ministers’ meetings... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Announcement: OPC issues Interpretation Bulletin on sensitive information
Announcement... more
2 years ago
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Joint Statement of foreign ministers on increased restrictions on the human rights of Afghan women and girls
Joint statement with: Australia, Canada, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Italy, Japan, the Republic of Korea, New Zealand, Norway, Spain, Sweden, the United Kingdom, United States... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
G7 Foreign Ministers’ Statement on the situation of women and girls in Afghanistan
We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union,... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng launches public consultations on potential collection and publication of country of melt and pour information for steel imports 
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, launched public consultations to seek views on the potential collection and publication... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Parliamentary Secretary Oliphant concludes trip to North Africa
The Honourable Rob Oliphant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, today concluded a productive trip to Egypt and Morocco aimed at cultivating Canada’s bilateral relationships and... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada’s stabilization projects in the Middle East, Africa and Central Asia
On May 11, 2022, Global Affairs Canada announced $46.5 million in funding for 15 projects in the Middle East, Central Asia and Africa. These projects, funded through the... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint Statement by Ministers of the Global Coalition against Daesh
The Ministers of the Global Coalition to Defeat Daesh/ISIS reconvened in Marrakesh, Morocco, at the invitation of Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita and U.S. Secretary of State Antony... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Announcement: OPC publishes analysis of themes and observations that emerged from strategic privacy priorities exercise
Announcement... more
2 years ago
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Statement by Minister Joly on the passing of former Ukrainian President Leonid Kravchuk
Canada is saddened to learn of the death of Leonid Kravchuk, who led Ukraine to independence and served as its first democratically elected president, from 1991 to 1994.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly attends the G7 and NATO Foreign Ministers’ Meetings in Germany
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will be travelling to Germany to participate in the G7 and NATO foreign ministers’ meetings, taking... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Readout: Minister Ng speaks with Chile’s Undersecretary of International Economic Relations
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, spoke with José Miguel Ahumada, Chile’s Undersecretary of International Economic Relations.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada concerned with violence over protestors in Sri Lanka
“Canada strongly condemns the violent attacks against those protesting peacefully in Sri Lanka, and calls on authorities to investigate and hold those instigating or perpetrating violence to account.... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada reaffirms support for people of Syria
The Syrian crisis continues to affect millions of people in Syria and neighbouring countries. Canada thanks Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, as well as Egypt and Turkey, for their generous... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder: Canada announces funding for humanitarian and development assistance for those affected by conflict in Syria
Canada will provide $169.15 million in funding for humanitarian assistance to Syria and the region in 2022. Working through partners, including UN agencies, non-governmental organizations and the International... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder: Canada announces funding for humanitarian and development assistance for those affected by conflict in Syria
Canada will provide $169.15 million in funding for humanitarian assistance to Syria and the region in 2022. Working through partners, including UN agencies, non-governmental organizations and the International... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
G7 Foreign Ministers’ joint statement on selection of Chief Executive in Hong Kong
The G7 Foreign Ministers today issued a joint statement on the selection process of the Chief Executive in Hong Kong... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with New Zealand’s minister for trade and export growth
Yesterday, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, spoke with Damien O’Connor, New Zealand’s Minister for Trade and Export Growth,... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Announcement: Privacy guardians sign collaboration agreement
Announcement... more
2 years ago
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Statement on Russia’s malicious cyber activity affecting Europe and Ukraine
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of National Defence, and the Honourable Marco Mendicino, Minister of Public Safety, today issued the... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada strengthens diversity of online French content 
Canada continues to promote the place of the French language in the digital space to provide Francophones and Francophiles around the world with the opportunity to access online... more
2 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with First Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine Svyrydenko
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, spoke with Yulia Svyrydenko, Ukraine’s First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Parliamentary Secretary Oliphant to travel to Egypt and Morocco
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that the Honourable Robert Oliphant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, will visit Egypt and Morocco... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Parliamentary Secretary Sidhu to travel to Costa Rica
Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced that Maninder Sidhu, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, will travel to Costa Rica to represent... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Mary Ng hosts successful visit by United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai
Canada and the United States are invested in one of the most productive, collaborative, and mutually beneficial bilateral relationships in the world. It is a partnership of neighbours,... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada-Sweden joint statement on bilateral cooperation
Canada and Sweden share a close relationship with extensive cooperation based on shared values and priorities. As two likeminded countries, we affirm our strong commitment to democratic principles... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement from the Privacy Commissioner following release of ETHI report into the government’s collection and use of mobility data
Statement from the Privacy Commissioner following release of ETHI report into the government’s collection and use of mobility data... more
3 years ago
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Minister Joly to hold armchair discussion and joint media availability with Swedish counterpart
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will hold an armchair discussion with her Swedish counterpart, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Sweden, Anne Linde, entitled “Sweden and... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly to welcome Swedish counterpart to Canada
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will host the visit of Sweden’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Ann Linde, from May 4 to... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to host U.S. Trade Representative in Ottawa and Toronto
To kick off Asian Heritage month, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, will host the United States Trade Representative... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng establishes the Canada-Philippines Joint Economic Commission
The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring a strong, inclusive and sustainable economic recovery, while creating jobs and generating growth by deepening commercial ties with fast-growing markets,... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister Ng to kick off Asian Heritage Month
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, today issued the following statement: “This year, we celebrate 20 years of taking... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
News release: Privacy regulators call for legal framework limiting police use of facial recognition technology
News release... more
3 years ago
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Media Advisory: Privacy Commissioner of Canada to appear before committee examining facial recognition technology
Media Advisory... more
3 years ago
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Parliamentary Secretary Arif Virani speaks with Canadian stakeholders on new Responsible Business Conduct Strategy
Today, Arif Virani, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, spoke with Canadian industry and civil society stakeholders following the... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng announces launch of new Responsible Business Conduct Strategy
To build a more resilient and competitive economy, the Government of Canada is committed to working alongside Canadian businesses to increase sustainability, uphold human rights, and improve responsible... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to host U.S. Trade Representative
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, will welcome Ambassador Katherine Tai, United States Trade Representative, to Canada from May... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada imposes sanctions on 203 individuals complicit in attempted annexation of certain areas of Donbass, Ukraine
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing new sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Ukraine) Regulations in response to President Putin’s... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces over $73 million in funding to respond to drought in Horn of Africa
Canada is extremely concerned by the drought in the Horn of Africa and its impact on vulnerable populations already struggling as a result of poverty, insecurity and the... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder: Canada’s funding responds to crisis caused by drought in Ethiopia, Kenya and Somalia
Canada has announced that it is providing over $63.75 million in new funding for humanitarian assistance to help address the life-saving needs of crisis-affected people in the Horn... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Sajjan concludes participation in productive International Monetary Fund and World Bank Group Spring Meetings in Washington, D.C.
The global community is dealing with multiple crises at once: the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, drastic changes in climate and more and more extreme weather events, increasing conflict and... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Parliamentary Secretary Arif Virani welcomes Second APEC Business Advisory Council Meeting 2022 
Fostering partnerships with forums such as the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Business Advisory Council (ABAC) is paramount for our global economic recovery.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement on International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “Multilateralism and diplomacy are essential to peace in our world. Over decades, Canada and its... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Sajjan announces a $40-million contribution to ensure all women, adolescents and children can access essential health services today and in a post-pandemic world
In a world where a global pandemic has reversed decades of hard-won development gains, country-led partnerships, like the Global Financing Facility (GFF), are more important than ever to... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Announcement: OPC publishes updated guidance on public interest disclosures by federal institutions under the Privacy Act
Announcement... more
3 years ago
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Canada imposes additional sanctions on close associates of Russian regime
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing new sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations in response to the Russian... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Parliamentary Secretary Sidhu to travel to Panama and the Dominican Republic
Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced that her Parliamentary Secretary, Maninder Sidhu, will represent Canada at the Ministerial Conference on Migration in Panama on... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Parliamentary Secretary Oliphant to travel to Senegal and Nigeria
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced today that the Honourable Robert Oliphant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, will be in Senegal and... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly meets with Vietnamese government officials
Minister Joly thanked Prime Minister Chính for his country’s warm welcome. Both commented positively on the two countries’ long-standing and beneficial cooperation in many areas such as support... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly concludes successful visits to Indonesia and Vietnam
During her visit, Minister Joly also underscored Canada’s commitment to pursue active engagement with partner countries throughout the region as part of the forthcoming Canadian Indo-Pacific Strategy...... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng concludes successful Canada-Caribbean Trade Mission
Helping businesses find innovative ways to diversify trade and expand into emerging export markets is key to a sustainable, inclusive economic recovery and transition to a green economy.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Op-ed: The evolution of privacy protection and the case for legislative reform
Op-ed... more
3 years ago
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Together with Youth—The Together for Learning Summit outcome document
The outcome document below was developed by Canada in collaboration with the following governments, and is supported by the following multilateral organizations, civil society organizations and other education... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly reinforces Canada’s commitment to Association of Southeast Asian Nations partners
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today met with Michael Tene, Deputy Secretary-General of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) for ASEAN Political-Security Community, and... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly meets with Indonesian Foreign Affairs Minister and with President of Indonesia
Minister Joly meets with Indonesian Foreign Affairs Minister and with President of Indonesia... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada imposes additional sanctions on Russian defence sector
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing new sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations in response to the Russian... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly to visit Indonesia and Vietnam to reinforce bilateral relations and expand partnerships in Indo-Pacific
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will be travelling to Indonesia and Vietnam from April 9 to 14.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with Ecuador’s Minister of Production, Foreign Trade, Investments and Fisheries
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, spoke with Julio José Prado, Ecuador’s Minister of Production, Foreign Trade, Investments... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly concludes productive trip to Europe
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, concluded a productive trip to Finland, Germany and Belgium, during which she met with multiple partners and NATO Allies to... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to visit Guyana and Jamaica
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development will be visiting Guyana and Jamaica to strengthen Canada trade relationships in the... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly meets with Moldovan counterpart
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, yesterday met with Nicu Popescu, Moldova’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and European Integration, during her trip... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly meets with Turkish counterpart
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today met with Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu, Turkey’s Minister of Foreign Affairs.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces over $82 million in funding to respond to food and nutrition crisis in Sahel and Lake Chad regions
Canada is extremely concerned by the deepening food and nutrition crisis in the Sahel and Lake Chad regions and its impact on vulnerable groups, such as displaced populations,... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada’s funding responds to food and nutrition crisis in Sahel and Lake Chad regions
Canada has announced that it is providing over $82 million in funding for humanitarian and development assistance to help avert famine in the Sahel and Lake Chad regions... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement on violence in Moura, Mali
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “Canada is very concerned by reports of hundreds of civilians killed and injured last week... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly speaks with China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today spoke with Wang Yi, China’s State Councillor and Minister of Foreign Affairs.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada concludes its inclusive participation at Expo 2020 Dubai
The theme for Canada’s participation at Expo 2020 Dubai, “The Future in Mind” was an invitation to reflect on how to address emerging challenges and seize opportunities for... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly meets with Finnish counterpart
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today met with Pekka Haavisto, Finnish Minister of Foreign Affairs, during her trip to Helsinki, Finland.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada-Finland joint statement on bilateral cooperation
Canada and Finland enjoy a rich history of excellent relations built on people-to-people ties and shared values. On the occasion of the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces it will impose additional sanctions on Russian and Belarusian regimes
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada intends to impose new sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations and the Special Economic... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Virtual press conference of Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly with Finnish Foreign Minister Pekka Haavisto
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs will meet with her counterpart from Finland, Foreign Affairs Minister Pekka Haavisto, on April 4 in Helsinki.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly to travel to Finland, Germany and Belgium
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will be travelling to Finland, Germany and Belgium to coordinate with Canada’s partners on responses to... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement on behalf of the Chair of the Freedom Online Coalition: A call to action on state-sponsored disinformation in Ukraine
As 2022 Chair of the Freedom Online Coalition, Canada leads a coalition of 34 governments united by our belief that the same human rights people enjoy offline must... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Sajjan wraps up Canada’s Together for Learning Summit on education for displaced children and youth
Through meaningful engagement and by working together, youth leaders, government officials, members of civil society organizations and global education stakeholders can drive progress in global, national and local... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly to deliver opening remarks at the 2022 Canada-CARICOM Foreign Ministers' Group Meeting
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will deliver opening remarks at the Canada-CARICOM Foreign Ministers' Group Meeting.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada launches consultations on reciprocal procurement policies
Canada will always be a strong advocate for Canadian businesses and workers and will continue to pursue policies that promote a sustainable economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic,... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces additional $50 million in humanitarian assistance for Afghanistan
Canada remains deeply concerned by the worsening situation in Afghanistan. The humanitarian response needs to be scaled up to avert an unprecedented disaster.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Sajjan announces $67.2 million to support education for displaced children and youth as Canada hosts Together for Learning Summit
The current crisis in Ukraine has so far resulted in more than 3.9 million refugees. This is just the latest of the many crises disrupting education for millions... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces funding for education projects
Canada has announced $67.2 million in development assistance funding for projects supporting the education of children and youth experiencing forced displacement.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Australia applies Magnitsky sanctions for first time
  On 29 March 2022, Australia’s Minister for Foreign Affairs (the Minister) designated 39 individuals, including a number of Russian individuals engaged in serious corruption and human rights... more
3 years ago
Sanctions Insight
Announcement of new diplomatic appointment
Shawn Steil becomes Ambassador to the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. Mr. Steil replaces Deborah Paul.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement on the recent Taliban Decision to Deny Afghan Girls the Right to an Education
Statement from the Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Italy, Japan, Norway, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union:... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister of International Development to host Canada’s Together for Learning Summit: Engaging Displaced Youth to Transform Education
March 28, 2022 – The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, will host Canada’s Together... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint Statement on Armed Forces Day in Myanmar
A joint statement on Armed Forces Day in Myanmar by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union and the Foreign Ministers of Albania, Australia, Bosnia and... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint Statement of Female Foreign Ministers on the occasion of the re-opening of schools in Afghanistan
“Every spring, the re-opening of schools in Afghanistan comes along with great hopes and expectations of millions of students: to meet classmates and friends again, to resume learning... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada further sanctions individuals and entities responsible for procuring and supplying arms and military equipment to Myanmar
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced Canada is imposing targeted sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Burma) Regulations against individuals and entities responsible for... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly meets with Latvian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence to discuss ongoing invasion of Ukraine
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, yesterday met with Artis Pabriks, Latvia’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, during his visit to Ottawa.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada condemns North Korea’s Intercontinental Ballistic Missile launch
“Canada strongly condemns North Korea’s launch of an Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) on Thursday, March 24. Canada and its allies had also deplored the launch of North Korea’s... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng launches negotiations toward a bilateral free trade agreement with the United Kingdom
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, and the United Kingdom’s Secretary of State for International Trade, Anne-Marie Trevelyan,... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces support for worldwide efforts to end the global TB epidemic
Every year, tuberculosis (TB) kills 1.5 million people, despite being both preventable and curable. Although it kills more people than any other infectious disease, except COVID-19, TB is... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to host UK Secretary of State for International Trade in Ottawa, and hold a joint media availability
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, will hold a joint media availability with the United Kingdom’s Secretary of State... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with Japan’s Minister for Expo 2025 Osaka
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, met in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, with Kenji Wakamiya, Japan’s Minister for Expo... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Sajjan announces funding of $83 million on trip to West Africa
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, concluded a visit to Ghana and Senegal focused... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder - Canada announces funding for projects in West Africa 
Canada has announced $83 million in development assistance funding for projects in West Africa. This funding is being distributed as follows.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng concludes successful visits to India, Israel, the West Bank, and the United Arab Emirates
This week, Minister Ng concluded visits to India, Israel, the West Bank, and the United Arab Emirates (U.A.E) to strengthen Canada’s trade relationships with key partners. While working... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs on the International Day of La Francophonie
“Today, Canada joins Francophones in Canada and around the world to celebrate the French language as well as the richness and diversity of francophone cultures. Throughout our history,... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada celebrates its National Day at Expo 2020 Dubai
Today, the Governor General of Canada, Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, led Canada’s delegation in its National Day at Expo 2020 Dubai. Her Excellency participated in... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister of Foreign Affairs to participate in a breakfast dialogue at the Montreal Council on Foreign Relations
March 17, 2022 – The Honourable, Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs will participate in a breakfast dialogue at the Montreal Council on Foreign Relations to discuss Canada's... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada imposes additional sanctions on enablers of President Putin’s illegal invasion of Ukraine
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing new sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations in response to the Russian... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada imposes additional sanctions on Belarusian leadership
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing new sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Belarus) Regulations in response to the Lukashenko... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs on Ministerial Conference of La Francophonie
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement at the conclusion of the 40th extraordinary session of the Ministerial Conference of La Francophonie,... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister of Foreign Affairs in Conversation at the Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy
The Honourable, Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs will participate in the Munk School of Global Affairs & Policy’s series In Conversation, joining Janice Stein, founding director of... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces $62.5 million in funding as part of its continued response to humanitarian crisis in Yemen
Canada remains deeply concerned by the impact of the conflict in Yemen. Emergency relief needs to quickly be provided to those most affected by this humanitarian crisis, which... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
The National Arts Centre wraps up six months of cultural programming at Expo 2020 Dubai 
Since October 2021, the National Arts Centre (NAC) has presented a broad spectrum of Canada’s performing arts at Expo 2020 Dubai in the United Arab Emirates – the... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs on Commonwealth Day
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “As a proud member of the Commonwealth, Canada works with 53 countries around the world... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Sajjan to travel to Ghana and Senegal
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, today announced that he will travel to Ghana and... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Sajjan concludes visit to Europe
Canada is deeply concerned by the worsening humanitarian crisis in Ukraine and neighbouring countries. We stand united with those suffering from this conflict.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada’s humanitarian assistance for Ukraine
On February 25, 2022, Canada announced that it would match donations made by individual Canadians to the Canadian Red Cross’s Ukraine Humanitarian Crisis up to a maximum of... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint statement of the ministerial meeting of the Sahel Coalition of March 9, 2022
The Coalition for the Sahel was launched in a spirit of partnership and mutual accountability to respond to regional security challenges in a concerted way. On the strength... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint Statement of Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Romania and Canada
Romania’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Bogdan Aurescu, and the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued a joint statement... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Russia: What has changed and what do I need to do?
The UK has in place extensive financial sanctions against Russia. Find out more about what these are and what you need to do... more
3 years ago
OFSI
Chelsea Football Club: What you need to know
Find out more about what is permitted in dealing with Chelsea Football Club... more
3 years ago
OFSI
Announcement: OPC updates its information-sharing agreement with the Dutch data protection authority
Announcement... more
3 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Minister Ng to visit India, Israel, West Bank, and the United Arab Emirates
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development will visit Delhi, India from March 10 to 13; Israel and the West... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada sending additional $25M military aid to support Ukraine
The Government of Canada continues to take strong and decisive action in response to the Russian regime’s invasion of Ukraine.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Sajjan concludes productive visit with UN and international partners in Geneva
Canada’s commitment to global health extends to pandemics and conflicts, and supports the efforts of a wide range of partners to help the most vulnerable people around the... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces $67.5 million in funding for projects putting gender equality at heart of climate action
Canada recognizes that immediate support is needed for women and girls, who are disproportionately affected by the impacts of climate change, biodiversity loss and natural disasters. The effects... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder: Canada announces funding for projects that support gender equality and climate action
Today, Canada announced that it is providing $67.5 million in funding for 8 climate action projects. The international development funding is being distributed as follows.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly concludes trip to Switzerland, Poland, Belgium and Romania
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today concluded a productive trip to Switzerland, Poland, Belgium and Romania during which she met with multiple allies to discuss... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by ministers Joly, Sajjan and Ng on International Women’s Day
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada,... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with Germany’s Minister of Economic Affairs and Climate Action, Dr. Robert Habeck
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, met virtually for the first time with Germany’s Minister of Economic Affairs... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
G7 Foreign Ministers’ Statement on Russia and Ukraine
Statement from the Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Global Affairs Canada statement on temporary withdrawal of dependants from Ukraine
Global Affairs Canada, today issued the following statement:“The safety and security of Canadians, our personnel and their families at our missions abroad is our top priority.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement the by G7 Foreign Ministers on Russia and Ukraine
We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union,... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder: Canada imposes additional economic measures on Russia in wake of its military attack against Ukraine
Effective immediately, Canada is imposing new sanctions in response to Russia’s unprovoked and unjustified invasion of Ukraine.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada imposes additional economic measures on Russian energy sector
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced new sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations in response to Russia’s unprovoked and unjustifiable invasion of... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada and its partners invoke the OSCE Moscow Mechanism to address Russia’s possible war crimes in Ukraine
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement on Canada’s initiative at the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) to establish... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting Statement
We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng announces upcoming trip to India to strengthen Canada-India trade relations
The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring a strong, inclusive and sustainable economic recovery, while creating jobs and generating growth by deepening commercial ties across the Indo-Pacific... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly to hold media availability with Romanian Foreign Minister
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will hold a media availability with Minister of Foreign Affairs of Romania Bogdan Aurescu following their meeting in Bucharest, Romania.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Sajjan to travel to Geneva & Eastern Europe
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, today announced that he will travel to Geneva... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to lead trade mission to the Caribbean 
Diversifying Canada’s trade with developing and emerging economies is key to strengthening our economy, creating jobs, and growing opportunities as we work towards an equitable global pandemic response... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint statement on Arctic Council cooperation following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
“Canada, the Kingdom of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, and the United States condemn Russia’s unprovoked invasion of Ukraine and note the grave impediments to international cooperation, including... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada to refer the situation in Ukraine to International Criminal Court
Canada has decided to refer the situation in Ukraine to the International Criminal Court (ICC). We are working with other ICC member states to take this significant action... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces $100 million humanitarian assistance to Ukraine
Today, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, announced additional humanitarian support to respond to... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng concludes productive visit to Washington, D.C.
Yesterday, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, concluded a successful visit to Washington, D.C., where she reinforced the importance... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada condemns fraudulent constitutional referendum in Belarus
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “Canada condemns Belarus’s recent constitutional referendum, which is an attack on democracy and a threat... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly addresses United Nations Human Rights Council
There is a terrible irony to our meeting at the Human Rights Council. The creation of this council and the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly to hold a press conference following participation at the United Nations Human Rights Council Meeting
February 28, 2022 - The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will hold a media availability at the conclusion of her participation at the United Nations Human... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly and Minister Anand to hold media availability on support for Ukraine
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs and the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of National Defence, will hold a media availability to announce additional support for Ukraine.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to visit Washington, D.C.
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development will visit Washington, D.C. on February 28, 2022, to reinforce the importance of... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement on World NGO Day
“Today we celebrate those who are working to build a better world. We celebrate those who work tirelessly for gender equality and education and to end hunger and... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Sajjan participates in UN debate on universal vaccination and concludes visit to UN headquarters in New York City
Vaccinating the world against COVID-19 is critical to protect everyone from COVID-19. Canada is a leading international donor striving to end the acute phase of the COVID-19 pandemic.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada to match up to $10 million in donations from Canadians in response to humanitarian crisis in Ukraine
Today, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, announced that Canada will match every donation... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder: Canada’s humanitarian support for Ukraine
Today, Canada launched a matching fund of up to $10 million that will amplify support from Canadians and reinforce the response of the International Red Cross and Red... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng concludes successful virtual trade mission to Africa for women-owned and led businesses 
The Government of Canada’s is committed to growing the economy, creating jobs and opportunities through international trade and export diversification. This includes strengthening Canada’s economic cooperation with the... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada imposes additional economic measures on Russia in response to Russia’s attack on Ukraine
The Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations and the Special Economic Measures (Ukraine) Regulations impose dealings prohibitions on listed persons. In most cases, these measures prohibit persons in Canada... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with Amadou Hott, Senegal’s Minister of Economy, Planning and Cooperation
Canada and Senegal share a longstanding relationship including through the Francophonie, providing mutual economic growth, and paving the way for innovative and inclusive trade and investment opportunities for... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Government of Canada officials to provide technical briefing on the situation in Ukraine
Officials from Global Affairs Canada, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, the Department of National Defence and the Communications Security Establishment will offer a technical briefing on the situation... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada temporarily suspends operations at embassy and consulate in Ukraine while consular services remain available
The situation in Ukraine has rapidly deteriorated and poses serious challenges. As a result, we are temporarily suspending operations at both our embassy and our consulate in Ukraine.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Sajjan to travel to UN headquarters to participate in debate on universal vaccination
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, today announced that he will travel to New... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Global Russia Sanctions Update
A number of states and international actors have unveiled further sanctions measures on Russia in relation to its activities in or in relation to Ukraine. In a previous... more
3 years ago
Sanctions Insight
Biographical note: Geoff Gartshore
Geoff Gartshore (BA [History and Political Science], University of British Columbia, 1989; MA [Political Studies], Queen’s University, 1991) joined External Affairs and International Trade Canada in 1991.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with Orit Farkash-Hacohen, Israel’s Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development spoke with Orit Farkash-Hacohen, Israel’s Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
News release: Joint review of SCIDA disclosures finds general compliance but some areas of concern
News release... more
3 years ago
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Canada strongly condemns Russia’s move to recognize independence of two regions within Ukraine
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “Canada strongly condemns President Putin’s recognition of the non-government controlled areas of Donetsk and Luhansk... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Announcement: The OPC responds to Senator’s Competition Act consultation
Announcement... more
3 years ago
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Ministers Joly and Anand conclude their participation at 58th Munich Security Conference
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of National Defence, today concluded a successful trip to Europe, where they attended the... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada participates in second Global Disability Summit 
Today, the Honourable Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion, participated in the 2022 Global Disability Summit, during which the Minister highlighted past commitments Canada... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces new international climate finance funding for nature-based solutions 
Climate change and biodiversity loss know no borders. Canada recognizes that urgent action is needed to support people living in regions of the world that are the most... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Partnering for Climate
Over the summer months in 2020, the Government of Canada consulted representatives from domestic and international civil society organizations, academia and the private sector to help shape the... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Reminder - Minister of International Development presents today a Canadian climate partnership initiative with key international partners in the context of Canada’s $5.3B climate finance commitment
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, participates today in a panel discussion to demonstrate... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister of International Development to present Canadian climate partnership initiative with key international partners in the context of Canada’s $5.3B climate finance commitment
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, will participate in a panel discussion to demonstrate... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces $19.5 million in funding for reconstruction efforts in Haiti
Canada has been a friend and partner of Haiti for many years, and it stands in solidarity with Haiti as the country continues to face a multi-dimensional crisis,... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly to travel to Germany and France
Canada has played a significant role in the creation and the upholding of the rules-based international order. When these rules are challenged, Canada must stand up and work... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister Ng on Canada’s victory in Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement dispute on U.S. solar safeguard tariffs
Canada and the United States share one of the closest relationships in the world. At the end of last year, trade in goods between Canada and the United... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada celebrates 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations with Bangladesh
Fifty years ago today, following the end of Bangladesh’s War of Independence, Canada was one of the first countries to officially recognize the independent state of the People’s... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada relocates diplomatic staff to Lviv
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “Given the continued deterioration of the security situation caused by the build up of Russian... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint Ministerial Statement on the International Day against the Use of Child Soldiers
Today, to mark the International Day against the Use of Child Soldiers, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister of Foreign Affairs urges Canadians to leave Ukraine
As we continue to work closely with our partners and monitor the situation, I urge all Canadians in Ukraine to make the necessary arrangements to leave the country... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly participates in Third Global Conference for Media Freedom
Canada believes in free and independent media because freedom of the press is the bedrock of a healthy democracy.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder: Minister Joly concludes participation in Third Global Conference for Media Freedom
Minister Joly concludes participation in Third Global Conference for Media Freedom... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada requests to join EU consultations at WTO
Global Affairs Canada today issued the following statement: “Canada opposes economic coercion and stands with like-minded partners in supporting rules-based international trade with the World Trade Organization at... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada and United Kingdom announce recipient of the 2022 Media Freedom Award
Today, during the third Global Media Freedom Conference in Tallinn, Estonia, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon, Minister of State for... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Readout: Minister Ng speaks with Betty Maina, Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary of the Ministry of Industrialization, Trade and Enterprise Development
Canada has a longstanding, important relationship with Kenya that contributes to our mutual growth and prosperity.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement from Minister Sajjan on International Development Week 2022
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, today issued the following statement to kick off... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Biographical note: Guy Desrochers
Guy Desrochers is a retired senior executive recognized for his strong contribution to growing company value through increased operational efficiency and enlightened governance. He has worked with the... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Biographical note: Douglas Harrison
Douglas Harrison has served as chair of the Board of Directors of the Canadian Commercial Corporation since 2018. Throughout his long career, Mr. Harrison has held a number... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Biographical note: Mike Pedersen
Mike Pedersen joined the Business Development Bank of Canada’s Board of Directors as chairperson in March 2018. He has 3 decades of experience in the banking industry and... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng announces appointments to Business Development Bank of Canada and Canadian Commercial Corporation
The Honourable Mary Ng today announced the reappointments of Mike Pedersen as chair of the board of directors of BDC, and Douglas Harrison as chair of the board... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng announces virtual trade mission to Africa for women-owned and led businesses
Canada’s commitment to diversifying trade relations has never been more important than it is today. That is why the Government of Canada has prioritized the pursuit of free... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Foreign ministers’ joint statement on the situation in Myanmar
A joint statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union, and the Foreign Ministers of Albania, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Norway, Republic of Korea, Switzerland,... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement of the Minister of Foreign Affairs on the 30th anniversary of Canada-Armenia diplomatic relations
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “Canada and Armenia enjoy a close relationship. As we mark the 30th anniversary of our... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada imposes additional sanctions on individuals associated with Myanmar’s military regime
As we reach the 1-year anniversary of the coup in Myanmar, the country’s political and humanitarian situation continues to have significant impacts on the most vulnerable throughout the... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Additional Myanmar sanctions
Effective immediately, Canada is imposing sanctions against the following individuals in relation to the coup perpetrated by Myanmar’s armed forces on February 1, 2021.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Global Affairs Canada temporarily withdraws non-essential personnel from Canadian embassy to Ukraine
Canada has made the decision to temporarily withdraw non-essential Canadian employees and remaining dependants from the Canadian embassy in Ukraine.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces strengthening of trade relations with Ukraine
Today, on the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Canada and Ukraine, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, joined... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada condemns North Korea’s ballistic missiles launches
Canada strongly condemns North Korea’s launches of ballistic missiles on January 27, which poses a direct threat to international and regional peace and security.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement of the Minister of Foreign Affairs on the 30th anniversary of Canada-Ukraine diplomatic relations
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “Thirty years ago today, Canada established diplomatic relations with Ukraine. Since then, our mutual commitment... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng announces Canada’s participation in Expo 2025 Osaka
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, announced Canada’s intention to participate in Expo 2025 Osaka.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Global Affairs Canada statement on military coup in Burkina Faso
Global Affairs Canada today issued the following statement.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement on International Day of Education
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, today issued the following statement... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
News release: Data Privacy Week a good time to think about protecting children’s privacy online
News release... more
3 years ago
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Minister Joly concludes trip to Europe in support of Ukraine
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today concluded her trip to Ukraine, France and Belgium, during which she met with European counterparts and reaffirmed Canada’s steadfast... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly meets with NATO Secretary General
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, yesterday met with Jens Stoltenberg, Secretary General of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces $50.4 million in support for Haiti
Canada and Haiti have long been united by a deep friendship, which is reinforced by a common language, the close ties between our peoples and a long history... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Chair’s statement: Ministerial meeting on Haiti
Today, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, chaired an international ministerial meeting on Haiti, which included participation by the Prime Minister of Haiti,... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder: Canada announces $50.4 million in support for Haiti
Canada announced a financial contribution of $50.4 million for 9 initiatives in security, health, economic growth and natural disaster management sectors during the January 21, 2022 high-level meeting... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Government of Canada announces loan of up to $120 million to support Ukraine’s economic resilience and development
Canada stands resolute in its support of Ukraine’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng discusses WTO reform at WTO ministerial meeting
A rules-based multilateral trading system, with the World Trade Organization at its core, is essential to ensuring that the ongoing global response to the pandemic is coordinated and... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly meets with Josep Borrell, High Representative of the European Union
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today met with Josep Borrell, High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy/Vice-President of the European... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder: Canada-France In-Flight Security Officer Treaty
In response to the events of September 11, 2001, the Government of Canada allocated funding to meet rigorous new standards for security in airports and on aircraft operated... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly meets with French counterpart
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met yesterday with Jean-Yves Le Drian, France’s Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng hosts first Ottawa Group meeting of 2022
The rules-based multilateral trading system, with the World Trade Organization (WTO) at its core, is essential to securing a strong, sustainable and inclusive global economic recovery.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly meets with the Secretary General of La Francophonie
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today met with Louise Mushikiwabo, Secretary General of La Francophonie during her visit to Paris, France.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with European Commission Executive Vice-President and European Union Commissioner for Trade 
Yesterday, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, met virtually with Valdis Dombrovskis, European Commission Executive Vice-President and European Union... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly to host foreign ministers’ meeting on Haiti
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will host a foreign ministers’ meeting on Haiti on January 21, 2022. This virtual meeting will... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly meets with Ukrainian Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today met with Denys Shmyhal, Ukraine’s Prime Minister, and Olga Stefanishyna, Ukraine’s Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with South Korean Trade Minister Han-koo Yeo
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, spoke with her counterpart, South Korean Trade Minister Han-Koo Yeo.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly to travel to Ukraine, France and Belgium 
Throughout its history, Canada has played a significant role in the creation and upholding of the rules-based international order, which is instrumental to the preservation of global peace... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng meets with Canadian softwood lumber industry leaders
Yesterday, as part of the Government of Canada’s ongoing engagement with the forestry sector, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister Ng on the implementation of rules of origin for automotive goods under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA)
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, today issued the following statement regarding Canada’s intention to join Mexico as a... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly speaks with Ukrainian counterpart
Minister Joly expressed Canada’s deep concern with Russia’s military buildup and ongoing destabilizing activities in and around Ukraine.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement from Minister Joly on so-called inauguration in Nicaragua
Over the past 4 years, the Ortega regime has dismantled democratic institutions in Nicaragua. It has manipulated the electoral process to cling to power by arresting and detaining... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Readout: Minister Ng speaks with Taiwan’s Minister Deng
Yesterday, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, spoke with Taiwan Minister-without-Portfolio John Deng.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Government of Canada honours victims on the second National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Air Disasters
Tomorrow marks two years since the downing of Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752 (Flight PS752), as well as the second National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Air... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement on protests in Kazakhstan
“Canada is closely monitoring the situation in Kazakhstan. We emphasize the importance of upholding democratic values, respecting human rights, and refraining from violence and destruction..."... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement from International Coordination and Response Group for the victims of Flight PS752 marking two years since the tragic downing of Flight PS752
The International Coordination and Response Group for the victims of Flight PS752 today issued the following joint statement: “Almost two years ago, in the early morning of January... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement on resignation of Sudan’s Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok
Canada regrets the resignation of Abdalla Hamdok, Prime Minister of Sudan, and recognizes his efforts during the early years of the country’s transition to democracy.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng and Minister Bibeau welcome Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement dispute settlement panel report on dairy tariff rate quotas
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, and the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, today issued the... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint statement of Australia, Canada, the European Union, the United Kingdom and the United States on Russian courts’ decisions to liquidate Memorial
“We deplore the decisions by two Russian courts to forcibly close International Memorial and the Memorial Human Rights Centre. For more than three decades, Memorial has fulfilled a... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint statement on deployment of Wagner Group in Mali
We, the international partners committed to supporting Mali and its people in their efforts to achieve sustainable peace and stability and combat terrorism, firmly condemn the deployment of... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Announcement: Contributions Program launches annual call for innovative research and knowledge translation proposals
Announcement... more
3 years ago
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Canada announces $56 million in urgent humanitarian assistance for people of Afghanistan
Canada remains deeply concerned by the critical and worsening humanitarian crisis unfolding in Afghanistan.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng announces Canada’s challenges to U.S. softwood lumber duties under Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, today issued the following statement regarding the United States’ unjustified duties on Canadian... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint statement on elections to Legislative Council of Hong Kong
We, the foreign ministers of Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United States of America, noting the outcome of the Legislative Council elections in Hong... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
G7 foreign ministers’ statement on Hong Kong Legislative Council elections
We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union,... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with Mexico’s Secretary of Economy Clouthier
Minister Ng and Secretary Clouthier underscored the importance of economic relations between Canada and Mexico, anchored in the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA), and the need to work together... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces additional funding to help small-scale farmers in developing countries adapt to climate change
Small-scale farmers are on the front lines of climate adaptation, yet they receive less than 2% of climate financing worldwide.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng hosts final Ottawa Group meeting of 2021
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, hosted the last Ottawa Group meeting for 2021, at which members, attending... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng promotes increased trade and investment with Middle East and North Africa at meeting with the Canada Arab Business Council
Expanding trade and investment with countries in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) is a priority for Canada, and it is crucial to global post-pandemic economic recovery... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with United Kingdom’s Secretary of State for International Trade Anne-Marie Trevelyan
During the meeting, Minister Ng underlined Canada’s strong people-to-people and cultural ties with the United Kingdom and emphasized how the 2 countries’ commercial partnership is vital to achieving... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Announcement: Clearview AI ordered to comply with recommendations to stop collecting, sharing images
Announcement... more
3 years ago
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Minister Joly and Minister Sajjan conclude G7 Foreign and Development Ministers’ Meeting
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly meets with South Korea’s Minister of Foreign Affairs
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met yesterday with Chung Eui-yong, South Korea’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, for the first time, on the margins of the... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly speaks with EU High Representative/Vice President Josep Borrell
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today spoke with Josep Borrell, High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy / Vice-President of... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement from the Equal Rights Coalition on the nexus between democracy and the human rights of LGBTI persons
On the occasion of the Summit for Democracy, the undersigned members of the Equal Rights Coalition (ERC) affirm that the revitalization of democracy within our own nations and... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada endorses Indigenous Peoples Economic and Trade Cooperation Arrangement
As part of its inclusive approach to trade, Canada is developing and implementing policies to ensure that Indigenous peoples in Canada have access to all the benefits and... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada imposes additional sanctions on entities affiliated with Myanmar military regime
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced additional sanctions against 4 entities under the Special Economic Measures (Burma) Regulations in response to the Myanmar military’s... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder: Additional Myanmar sanctions
Effective immediately, Canada is imposing sanctions against the following individuals and entities in relation to the coup perpetrated by Myanmar’s armed forces in February 2021.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement on Human Rights Day
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces financial contributions to partners through its Volunteer Cooperation Program
In addition to increasing the participation of Canadians in international development, the Volunteer Cooperation Program (VCP) contributes to the economic and social well-being of the poorest, most marginalized... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada renews support for its Volunteer Cooperation Program
Volunteering for international development is a powerful and cross-cutting way to advance the UN’s 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Every day, volunteers dedicate their time and effort to... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly and Minister Sajjan to participate in G7 Foreign and Development Ministers’ Meeting in Liverpool, United Kingdom
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
News release: To build a more resilient economy, Commissioner calls on government to make privacy law reform a priority
News release... more
3 years ago
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Canada announces renewed commitments to peacekeeping at 2021 United Nations Peacekeeping Ministerial
The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of National Defence, participated in the 2021 Seoul United Nations Peacekeeping Ministerial (UNPKM) virtual conference hosted by South Korea. Minister Anand participated in... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder: Canada’s commitments at the 2021 United Nations Peacekeeping Ministerial
Canada’s $85 million in new projects and contributions, as well as its renewed commitment on ongoing, multi-year support for UN peace operations and peacebuilding, is shaped by Canada’s... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Announcement: OPC signs information-sharing agreement with Nunavut counterpart
Announcement... more
3 years ago
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Canada gravely concerned over Aung San Suu Kyi and Win Myint convictions
“Canada condemns the convictions of Myanmar’s detained, democratically elected civilian leadership, including State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi and President Win Myint. Today’s convictions follow trials that met... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint statement on reports of summary killings and enforced disappearances in Afghanistan
We are deeply concerned by reports of summary killings and enforced disappearances of former members of the Afghan security forces as documented by Human Rights Watch and others...... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces support for global nutrition efforts
The COVID-19 pandemic, climate-related disasters and conflict are driving hunger and malnutrition worldwide, putting the world’s poorest and most vulnerable—especially women and girls—at increased risk of death and... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder - Canada announces financial contribution for projects to improve nutrition for the world’s poorest and most vulnerable
Canada has announced a financial contribution of $195 million for 11 projects with Canadian and international partners. A portion of this funding is part of the $520 million... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
International IDEA - Joint statement on democracy
Democracy is a universal aspiration and an enabler of sustainable development. As Member States of International IDEA, we are stewards of this conviction and heirs to the historic... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada renews support for Canadian Foodgrains Bank to help provide food to people affected by humanitarian crises
The world is facing an unprecedented global hunger and malnutrition emergency. Assistance is required to help affected countries avert famine and to ensure that other countries do not... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint statement on detentions in Ethiopia
The text of the following statement was released by Canada, Australia, Denmark, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom and the United States: We are profoundly concerned by recent reports... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly concludes participation in NATO Foreign Ministerial and OSCE Ministerial Council meetings
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, concluded her trip to Europe, where she participated in the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Riga,... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng and Team Canada delegation advocate for Canadian workers and industry in Washington, D.C.
Canada and the United States have one of the closest trade relationships in the world, built on shared values and deeply integrated supply chains that support hundreds of... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly meets with OSCE Secretary General Helga Schmid
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, held a productive meeting with Helga Schmid, the Secretary General of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE),... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly announces additional sanctions on Belarusian individuals and entities in response to ongoing and systematic human rights violations
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced new sanctions on 24 individuals and 7 entities under the Special Economic Measures Act in response to the... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Belarus sanctions
Effective immediately, Canada is imposing sanctions against Belarusian officials and entities in response to gross and systematic human rights violations that have been committed in Belarus.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint statement on December 2 sanctions in response to situation in Belarus
Today, in response to the continuing attacks on human rights and fundamental freedoms in Belarus, the disregard for international norms and the repeated acts of repression, we have... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly meets United Kingdom’s foreign secretary
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today met with Elizabeth Truss, the United Kingdom’s Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, on the margins... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng meets with U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai
Minister Ng and Ambassador Tai engaged on important Canada-United States trade issues, including the Government of Canada’s continued significant concern with the discriminatory, protectionist elements of the U.S.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly speaks with Italian counterpart
The ministers underscored the importance of NATO, particularly in safeguarding transatlantic security and promoting a rules-based international order. The ministers exchanged views on the situation in Ethiopia and... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly meets with Latvia’s prime minister and foreign minister
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, yesterday met with Arturs Krišjānis Kariņš, Prime Minister of Latvia, and Edgars Rinkēvičs, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Latvia, on... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Announcement: 2020-21 ATIP Annual Reports tabled in Parliament
Announcement... more
3 years ago
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Minister Joly to attend NATO and OSCE meetings
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will attend the NATO Foreign Ministers’ meeting in Riga, Latvia, and the Organization for Security and... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly speaks with Hayashi Yoshimasa, Japan’s Minister for Foreign Affairs
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, spoke today with Hayashi Yoshimasa, Japan’s Minister for Foreign Affairs.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly speaks with Ethiopian counterpart
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, spoke yesterday with Ethiopia’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister, Demeke Mekonnen.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister of Foreign Affairs urges Canadians to leave Ethiopia
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement urging Canadians to leave Ethiopia immediately: “Canada is very concerned by the rapidly deteriorating security... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng and Minister Champagne meet with Canadian business, automotive sector and labour leaders
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, and the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, met... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with New Zealand’s Minister of Foreign Affairs
On November 24, Minister Ng joined Minister Joly and the Honourable Harjit Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada,... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly speaks with Australia’s Foreign Affairs Minister Payne
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today spoke with Marise Payne, Australia’s Minister for Foreign Affairs and Minister for Women.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement from Minister Sajjan on International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women 
In Canada, women are more likely than men to experience domestic violence and sexual assault. While anyone can experience violence, girls and young women, Indigenous women, lesbian, gay... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly meets with Nanaia Mahuta, Minister of Foreign Affairs of New Zealand
In their first meeting, the ministers highlighted the long-standing friendship of the two countries and their people. They noted that the countries are key partners and have strong... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister Ng on U.S. final duty rates on Canadian softwood lumber
Canada’s softwood lumber industry is an economic anchor for communities across the country and a key component of Canada’s forestry sector, which contributed more than $25 billion to... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces support aimed at improving the health and rights of women and girls
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on health systems everywhere, disproportionally impacting women and girls around the world. To mitigate this impact, the Honourable Harjit S.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
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Backgrounder – Canada announces support for Sexual  and Reproductive Health and Rights for Women, Adolescent Girls and Children
Today, Canada announced $325 million in funding over 5 to 7 years for 11 projects with Canadian health partners. The announcement is based on the results from the... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly’s statement on Venezuela’s regional elections
Nicolás Maduro and his regime fixed the presidential elections of 2018, subverting Venezuela’s constitutional order and denying Venezuelans their democratic rights. Since 2018, the Venezuelan economy has collapsed... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly welcomes visit of Nanaia Mahuta, Minister of Foreign Affairs of New Zealand
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will host the visit of Nanaia Mahuta, Minister of Foreign Affairs of New Zealand, from November... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly speaks with Elizabeth Truss, Secretary of State for the United Kingdom
They affirmed the historic and strategic importance of the Canada-United Kingdom partnership. They discussed the situation in Afghanistan and the importance of continued coordinated efforts to secure safe... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Announcement: Commissioner announces plans for stakeholder consultation
Announcement... more
3 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
G7 Foreign Ministers’ statement on Belarus 
“We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union,... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada ready to welcome the world to Canada Pavilion in Dubai 
Canada is ready to welcome the world at Expo 2020 Dubai, which will run from October 1, 2021, to March 31, 2022, in Dubai, in the United Arab... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada and ASEAN proceed with free trade agreement negotiations
Deepening trade and investment ties with large, fast-growing markets such as the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) will support Canada’s long-term growth, create good jobs, and ensure... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly meets with Mexico’s Secretary of Foreign Affairs Marcelo Ebrard
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today met with Marcelo Ebrard, Mexico’s Secretary of Foreign Affairs, for the first time.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly to travel to Mexico and United States
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will be travelling to Mexico City, Mexico, on November 15, 2021 and to Washington D.C. on... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada imposes third round of sanctions in response to ongoing human rights violations in Nicaragua
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the imposition of sanctions against an additional 11 individuals under the Special Economic Measures (Nicaragua) Regulations in response... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Additional Nicaraguan sanctions
Effective immediately, Canada is imposing sanctions against Nicaraguan individuals in response to ongoing human rights violations being committed in Nicaragua.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada amends sanctions against Nicaragua
3 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Minister Joly meets with United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today met with United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Washington D.C.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng concludes successful meetings with international WTO partners in Geneva
The rules-based multilateral trading system, with the World Trade Organization (WTO) at its core, and international collaboration on trade and health issues continue to be essential to achieving... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala in Geneva about WTO priorities
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, met with Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director-General of the WTO, in Geneva, Switzerland, to discuss... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada temporarily withdraws non-essential personnel from Canadian embassy in Haiti 
The security situation in Haiti is rapidly deteriorating and is being exacerbated by ongoing fuel shortages.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada and Haiti
Canada has a deep and long-standing commitment to Haiti and remains attentive to the needs and aspirations of Haitians... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly to travel to the United States 
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will be travelling to Washington, D.C., United States, on November 12, 2021. This is Minister Joly’s... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Itinerary – Minister Ng to meet with World Trade Organization partners in Geneva
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, will be meeting her World Trade Organization partners in Geneva, Switzerland, on November... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Ministers Joly and Ng highlight international cooperation as key to sustainable and inclusive recovery from pandemic at APEC Ministerial Meeting
International collaboration, in particular Canada’s partnerships within the Asia-Pacific region, is essential to achieving a strong, sustainable and inclusive global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Initiative that protects Morocco’s argan forests and supports women’s economic empowerment
November 9, 2021 - Members of the media are invited to make use of a package of videos, images and quotes on a Canada-funded project that protects argan... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister Joly on Nicaragua’s November 7 electoral process
Nicaragua’s November 7 elections do not reflect the will of the Nicaraguan people.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister of Foreign Affairs speaks with Chairperson of African Union Commission
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today spoke with His Excellency Moussa Faki Mahamat, Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC).... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement on one-year anniversary of general elections in Myanmar
A year ago today, on November 8, 2020, Myanmar held general elections that independent observers deemed to be democratic and representative of the will of the people of... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada strongly condemns attempted assassination of Iraqi prime minister
“Canada strongly condemns the attempted assassination of Iraq’s Prime Minister, Mustafa al-Kadhimi, on November 7. We are relieved that the prime minister remains in good health. We wish... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada withdraws Canadian embassy staff’s dependants and non-essential personnel from Ethiopia
“The situation in Ethiopia is rapidly evolving and deteriorating. The safety of Canadians is our highest priority and, as a result, the decision was made to withdraw all... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint Statement on release of OHCHR-EHRC joint investigation, November 6, 2021
We, Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, Ireland, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Sweden, the United Kingdom and the United States, would like to extend... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly speaks with French counterpart Jean-Yves Le Drian
During the call, the ministers reaffirmed the importance of the historic relationship between Canada and France.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng highlights funding support for Canadian exporters
Yesterday, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, visited Vancouver-based Ionomr Innovations Inc., to highlight how Canadian businesses continue to... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Joly speaks with United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today had her first bilateral call as Foreign Minister with United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to promote CanExport SMEs in British Columbia
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, will make an announcement highlighting the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service’s CanExport SMEs funding.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces results of matching fund with UNICEF Canada
Canadians know that vaccinating the world against COVID-19 is the best way to end the pandemic, and since the early days of this disease, the Government of Canada... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
OFSI updates charity sector guidance
OFSI has updated its charity sector guidance, adding new sections on Afghanistan and alternative remittance systems... more
3 years ago
OFSI
Announcement: Global Privacy Assembly promotes human centric approach to privacy protection
Announcement... more
3 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Statement on International Religious Freedom Day
The Government of Canada is firmly committed to the promotion and protection of freedom of religion or belief, both at home and around the world. This past July,... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Friends of Sudan Statement
The Friends of Sudan call for the restoration of all transitional arrangements and institutions as defined in the Constitutional Document. Any attempts by the military to unilaterally modify... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Announcement: Observations following global initiative on privacy expectations for video teleconferencing companies
Announcement... more
3 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Statement by Minister Garneau on Sudan
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “Canada strongly condemns the unconstitutional seizure of the government by the military in Sudan.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada endorses G7 joint statements on trade and investment, forced labour and digital trade
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, participated in the third G7 Trade and Investment Ministers’ Meeting, hosted in London, United... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement on the Government of Canada’s vaccine passport for travel initiative
Statement on the Government of Canada’s vaccine passport for travel initiative... more
3 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
G7 Foreign Ministers’ Statement on Hong Kong Electoral Reform
We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union,... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs following the court hearings of Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor
“The thoughts of all Canadians are with Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor and their families during these difficult times. As Minister of Foreign Affairs, securing their safe return... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint statement on the WHO-Convened COVID-19 Origins Study
The Governments of Australia, Canada, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Israel, Japan, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, the Republic of Korea, Slovenia, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America remain... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada concerned over the targeting of pro-democracy activists in Hong Kong
“Canada expresses grave concerns over the targeting of ten of Hong Kong’s most prominent pro-democracy activists for participation in a peaceful assembly.”... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint Statement by Ministers Garneau and Ng on recent developments in the Kyrgyz mining sector
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs and the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, today issued the following statement: “As... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to attend G7 Trade Ministers’ Meeting
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will deliver remarks at the G7 Trade and Investment Ministers’ Meeting in London, the United... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint Statement of Support for the Special Envoy of the ASEAN Chair on Myanmar
The Governments of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Norway, the Republic of Korea, Timor-Leste, the United Kingdom, the United States, and the High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada endorses G20 joint statement on trade and investment 
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, concluded successful meetings with her counterparts at the G20 Trade and Investment Ministerial Meeting... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with United Kingdom Secretary of State for International Trade Anne-Marie Trevelyan
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, met with Anne-Marie Trevelyan, the United Kingdom’s Secretary of State for International Trade, on... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng meets with international counterparts at G20 Trade and Investment Ministers meeting
Minister Ng discussed the upcoming World Trade Organization’s (WTO) 12th Ministerial Conference (MC12) with Damien O’Connor, New Zealand’s Minister of Agriculture and Minister for Trade and Export Growth,... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Hong Kong: Arrests under Security Law, a serious concern
The human rights lawyer, who was arrested on 8 September, was a member of the Hong Kong Alliance, an advocacy group which organized an annual candlelight vigil marking... more
3 years ago
Crime (UN)
Remarks by the Minister of Foreign Affairs at the United Nations Security Council Arria-formula meeting on Belarus
Human rights violations and aggression being committed by Belarusian officials are completely unacceptable. That is why Canada was among the first countries to impose sanctions against the Lukashenka... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to attend G20 Trade and Investment Ministerial Meeting
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will deliver remarks at the G20 Trade and Investment Ministerial Meeting in Sorrento, Italy, on... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng meets with international counterparts at Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development ministerial meeting
Toward its commitment to a long-term economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and to develop a strong global economy that is inclusive, green, and sustainable, Canada is dedicated... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng concludes successful meeting on WTO reform in Paris
A rules-based multilateral trading system, with the World Trade Organization (WTO) at its core, is essential to achieving a strong, sustainable and inclusive global economic recovery from the... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada endorses OECD joint statement on supporting global economic recovery from COVID-19
International cooperation is essential to addressing the health, economic and social crises stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic, and to building back a stronger global economy that is more... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement on 80th anniversary of Babyn Yar massacre
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “This year marks 80 years since the Babyn Yar massacre when 33,771 Jews of Kiev,... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint Statement on Iraq’s Early Elections
“The foreign ministers of Australia, Canada, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Sweden, the Foreign Secretary of the United Kingdom, and the U.S. Secretary of... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to attend OECD Ministerial Council and WTO Ministerial meetings in France 
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will deliver remarks at the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Ministerial Council Meeting... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister Garneau on Line 5 transit pipeline
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: Canada is firmly committed to ensuring its energy and economic security while protecting the environment... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Op-ed: Building Back Better Requires Strong, Effective Regulation of Digital World
Op-ed... more
3 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
National Film Board of Canada unveils TRACES, an interactive installation in the Canada Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai
Today, Marie-Geneviève Mounier, Commissioner General for Canada at Expo 2020 Dubai and Claude Joli-Coeur, Government Film Commissioner and the National Film Board (NFB) Chairperson, unveiled TRACES, an interactive... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
The National Arts Centre Brings Canadian Performing Artists to Expo 2020 Dubai
The National Arts Centre (NAC) is collaborating with Global Affairs Canada to present a broad spectrum of Canada’s performing arts at Expo 2020 Dubai, taking place in the... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Address by the Honourable Marc Garneau, PC, MP, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada at the General Debate of the 76th United Nations General Assembly - "In Our Hands"
Address by the Honourable Marc Garneau, PC, MP, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada at the General Debate of the 76th United Nations General Assembly - "In Our... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada to host next International Donors’ Conference in Solidarity with Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants
The number of refugees and migrants leaving Venezuela is increasing daily, making it now the second-largest external displacement crisis in the world, with over 5.6 million individuals having... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Venezuela:  Joint Statement by the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, the Secretary of State of the United States of America and the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada
We welcome the announcement that Venezuelan-led, comprehensive negotiations will soon begin in Mexico City, Mexico. We hope this process will lead to the restoration of the country’s democratic... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Garneau meets with Palestinian Authority officials
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today met with Mahmoud Abbas, President of the Palestinian Authority, Dr. Muhammad Shtayyeh, Prime Minister of the Palestinian Authority, and... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Vista International Technologies Inc.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Yus International Group, Ltd.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Minister Garneau attends 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will attend meetings held during the high-level segment of the 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly. The Minister... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Sports Field Holdings, Inc.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Stealth Technologies, Inc.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Real Goods Solar, Inc.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Skye Life Ventures Ltd.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Medifirst Solutions, Inc.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Ngen Technologies Holdings Corp.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Online Disruptive Technologies, Inc.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
MyDx, Inc.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Announcement: G7 data protection and privacy authorities meet to discuss challenges of regulating in an increasingly digital world
Announcement... more
3 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Backgrounder – Michael Spavor verdict pronouncement
Michael Spavor, a Canadian citizen, was arbitrarily detained by Chinese authorities on December 10, 2018, and held on suspicion of endangering the national security of the People’s Republic... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
LevelBlox, Inc.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
GelTech Solutions, Inc.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Incoming, Inc.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Consumer Capital Group, Inc.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Citadel Exploration, Inc.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Intelligent Highway Solutions, Inc.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Calmare Therapeutics Incorporated
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Brightlane Corp.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Bnet Media Group, Inc.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Aeon Global Health Corp.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
BlackRidge Technology International, Inc.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
ARC Group, Inc.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Canada thanks Qatar for securing safe departures of Canadians from Afghanistan
We can confirm that today 43 Canadian citizens were on board a special flight organized by the Government of Qatar, which departed from Kabul, Afghanistan, for Doha. They... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement on passing of 1,000 days since Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor were arbitrarily detained in China
Today marks 1,000 days since Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor were arbitrarily detained in China. Both men are being arbitrarily detained. We strongly condemn the lack of a... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
NVCN Corporation
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
AMAZING ENERGY OIL AND GAS, CO.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Emarine Global Inc.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Jade Global Holdings, Inc.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Prime Global Capital Group Incorporated
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Theron Resource Group
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
GRAND PERFECTA, INC.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Dragon Jade International Limited
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Pura Naturals, Inc.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Statement by the Global Coalition to Defeat Daesh/ISIS
The Global Coalition to Defeat Daesh/ISIS strongly condemns the attacks that occurred in Kabul, Afghanistan on August 26, 2021. We grieve for the loss of Afghan civilians and... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint statement on Afghanistan evacuation travel assurances
We are all committed to ensuring that our citizens, nationals and residents, employees, Afghans who have worked with us and those who are at risk can continue to... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces matching fund in response to earthquake in Haiti
The Government of Canada announced today the creation of a Matching Fund in response to the earthquake in Haiti.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder: Haiti Earthquake Matching Fund
Canada has launched a Matching Fund in response to the devastating earthquake that struck Haiti on August 14, 2021. It will amplify the support of Canadians and reinforce... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
United Cannabis Corporation
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Wari, Inc.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Canada announces additional humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan and neighbouring countries
Canada is deeply concerned by the rapidly evolving situation in Afghanistan and its impact on the humanitarian needs of crisis-affected people as it continues to worsen.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
GeoPetro Resources Co.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Triton Emission Solutions Inc.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Sunburst Acquisitions V, Inc.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Giggles N’ Hugs, Inc.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
ATI Nationwide Holding Corp.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
ChineseInvestors.com, Inc.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Empire Post Media
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
EV CHARGING USA, INC.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Canada temporarily suspends operations at Embassy of Canada to Afghanistan
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, and the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs and Minister of International Development following earthquake in Haiti
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Karina Gould, Minister of International Development, today issued the following statement: “It is with great sadness that... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Announcement of new diplomatic appointments: Rachael Bedlington and Christopher Cooter
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments: Rachael Bedlington becomes Consul General in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (People’s Republic... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Biographical notes - Rachael Bedlington and Christopher Cooter
Rachael Bedlington (BA Joint Honours [East Asian Studies and Political Science], McGill University, 1990, Nanjing Normal University, 1992) joined External Affairs and International Trade Canada in 1992...Christopher Cooter... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces emergency support to respond to global food crises
The COVID-19 pandemic has increased food insecurity around the world by disrupting food production, supply and distribution. Acute hunger is increasing not only in scale but also in... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder - Canada’s emergency support responds to global food crises
The Government of Canada has announced that it is providing $155 million for emergency humanitarian and development assistance to help avert famine in affected countries by addressing deteriorating... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Announcement: OPC updates guidance regarding sensitive information
Announcement... more
3 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Canada announces new contribution to global vaccination efforts
Vaccinating the world against COVID-19 is the best way of protecting everyone from COVID-19, because no one is safe until everyone is safe. The government and Canadians can... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Ministers of International Development and Public Services and Procurement to hold press conference on Canada’s vaccination efforts at home and abroad
The Honourable Karina Gould, Minister of International Development, and the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, invite media to participate in a press conference on... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Gould concludes virtual visit to Ukraine
Canada continues to be a close friend of Ukraine and supports its goal of delivering security, prosperity and freedom for all its citizens.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder: Canada announces support for inclusive governance in Ukraine
Canada has announced that it is providing over $31.9 million in funding to support projects to strengthen public services and better respond to the needs of the most... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces support for multiple development projects in Philippines
Canada is committed to helping other countries combat the COVID-19 pandemic and to supporting their economic recovery and resilience. The Philippines continues to face high COVID-19 rates, and... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs on Michael Spavor verdict
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “Canada condemns China’s conviction and sentencing of Michael Spavor in the strongest possible terms. This... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister of Foreign Affairs and Ambassador of Canada to the People’s Republic of China to hold media availabilities
His Excellency Dominic Barton, Ambassador of Canada to the People’s Republic of China will be in Dandong where he will be available for comment, in-person and via video... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces new vaccine contributions for regional partners
The Honourable Karina Gould, Minister of International Development, today announced that the Government of Canada will share over 82,000 doses of the AstraZeneca vaccine to Trinidad and Tobago... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Robert Schellenberg verdict pronouncement
In January 2019, following a retrial, Mr. Robert Schellenberg’s initial 15-year verdict on drug smuggling charges was overturned and a death sentence was issued. Mr. Schellenberg appealed the... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada strongly condemns China’s sentence of death imposed on a Canadian citizen 
Canada strongly condemns China’s decision to uphold the death penalty sentence against Robert Schellenberg.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada imposes additional sanctions on first anniversary of Belarus’s fraudulent presidential elections
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced new sanctions under the Special Economic Measures Act in response to the ongoing, gross and systematic violations of... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder: Sanctions related to Belarus
Effective immediately, Canada is imposing new sanctions in response to gross and systematic human rights violations committed in Belarus.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
MV Mercer Street attack: G7 Foreign Ministers’ Statement
We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with Made in America Director Celeste Drake
Building on their conversation in June 2021, Minister Ng and Director Drake spoke about the critical role infrastructure can play in ensuring growth and job creation in both... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Garneau speaks with counterparts during the Canada-ASEAN Post-Ministerial Conference
Minister Garneau congratulated Brunei on its successful chairmanship, in an unprecedented year marked by the COVID-19 pandemic. He highlighted Canada’s strong support for ASEAN in addressing the challenges... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Press conference on the government’s “Give A Vax” Matching Fund with UNICEF Canada and BC health authorities 
On behalf of the Honourable Karina Gould, Minister of International Development, the Honourable Hedy Fry, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Centre, invites media to a press conference on... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement on commemoration of Beirut port explosion 
Today, Canada stands with the Lebanese people, as we recall the human tragedy that happened a year ago in the Port of Beirut. Canada will always remember that... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Garneau speaks with Ethiopia’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today spoke with Demeke Mekonnen, Ethiopia’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister of Foreign Affairs speaks with Cuban counterpart
Today, the Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, spoke with Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla, Cuba’s Minister of Foreign Affairs.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
OrangeHook, Inc.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Minister Ng speaks with provincial and territorial ministers responsible for trade
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, met with her ministerial provincial and territorial trade counterparts.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs on formation of new government in Haiti
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement regarding the formation of a new government in Haiti:... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng hosts third virtual Ottawa Group meeting of 2021
A rules-based multilateral trading system, with the WTO at its core, is essential to ensuring a sustainable and inclusive global economic recovery.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Foreign Affairs Minister on Peru presidential elections results
“Canada congratulates Pedro Castillo on his election as the next president of Peru and commends the work of the Peruvian electoral authorities for ensuring a free, fair and... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
XR Energy Inc.; and Geospatial Corporation
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Announcement: Commissioner’s appearance before parliamentary committee to discuss his reappointment
Announcement... more
3 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Minister of Foreign Affairs speaks with African Union Commission Chairperson
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, spoke today with His Excellency Moussa Faki Mahamat, African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng meets with Canadian softwood lumber producers
The forestry sector is a vital part of Canada’s economy, supporting tens of thousands of good jobs for workers, growing the middle class, and generating sustainable prosperity for... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement on China’s cyber campaigns
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of National Defence, and the Honourable Bill Blair, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Announcement: OPC, NSIRA sign MOU to work collaboratively on privacy issues of mutual interest
Announcement... more
3 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Minister Garneau speaks with Michelle Bachelet, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today spoke with Michelle Bachelet, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada reaffirms its commitment to achieving WTO agreement on fisheries subsidies
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, participated in a WTO ministerial meeting on fisheries subsidies negotiations. Chaired by Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala,... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Garneau speaks with the Vice President and Foreign Affairs Minister of Colombia
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, spoke with Marta Lucía Ramírez, Colombia’s Vice President and Minister of Foreign Affairs.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister of Foreign Affairs speaks with United States Secretary of State
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, spoke today with Antony Blinken, United States Secretary of State.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with Chile’s Undersecretary for International Economic Relations
Yesterday, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, spoke with Rodrigo Yáñez, Chile’s Undersecretary for International Economic Relations.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada imposes sanctions on additional individuals in response to ongoing human rights violations in Nicaragua
Today, the Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced sanctions against an additional 15 individuals under the Special Economic Measures (Nicaragua) Regulations in response to ongoing human... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Garneau speaks with Haiti’s interim prime minister and foreign affairs minister
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, spoke yesterday with Claude Joseph, Haiti’s interim prime minister and foreign affairs minister.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces new contribution to global vaccination efforts and launch of matching fund with UNICEF Canada
Vaccinating the world against COVID-19 is our best chance of ending this pandemic. The government and Canadians can make a difference together by helping to ensure that life-saving... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
American Community Newspapers, Inc., et al.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Statement by Global Affairs Canada on South China Sea ruling
“On the fifth anniversary of the decision by the tribunal constituted under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) in the matter of the... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Ministers of International Development and Public Services and Procurement to hold press conference on Canada’s support for global vaccination efforts
The Honourable Karina Gould, Minister of International Development, and the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, invite media to participate in a press conference on... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada welcomes renewal of cross-border humanitarian assistance for Syria
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Karina Gould, Minister of International Development, today released the following statement: “Canada welcomes the renewal of the... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng meets with U.S. and Mexican counterparts and stakeholders in Mexico City during CUSMA trip 
The strong trilateral trade relationship between Canada, the United States and Mexico has contributed to economic growth and prosperity in all three countries and will continue to be... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with Mexico’s Secretary of Energy while in Mexico City
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, spoke with Rocío Nahle García, Mexico’s Secretary of Energy, while in Mexico City.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with Mexico’s Secretary of Economy on first anniversary of Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, met in person in Mexico City with Tatiana Clouthier Carrillo, Mexico’s Secretary of Economy,... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Remarks Delivered by Minister Ng at CUSMA Event in Mexico City 
I’m so pleased that this trip, which is my first abroad since before the pandemic, has allowed me to finally meet you and Ambassador Tai [Katherine Tai, United... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Garneau meets Ukrainian foreign minister and deputy prime minister for European and Euro-Atlantic integration on margins of conference on Ukraine
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today met with Dmytro Kuleba, Ukraine’s Minister of Foreign Affairs; and Olha Stefanishyna, Ukraine’s Deputy Prime Minister for European and... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Itinerary – Visit by Minister Ng to Mexico City 
To mark the first-year anniversary of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade will meet with stakeholders, community... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng concludes successful working visit to Washington
The relationship between Canada and the United States is one of the closest and most enduring in the world and it contributes to the growth, prosperity and security... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng meets with United States Trade Representative Tai in Washington
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, met with Katherine Tai, United States Trade Representative, in Washington, D.C., during the Minister’s... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Garneau meets with Belarusian opposition leader 
Minister Garneau reaffirmed Canada’s support for Belarus’ democratic movement and sought Ms. Tsikhanouskaya’s views regarding the ongoing human rights violations in the country. Minister Garneau reiterated the need... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Itinerary: Minister Ng to visit Mexico City 
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will join Tatiana Clouthier Carrillo, Mexico’s Secretary of Economy, and Katherine Tai, United States Trade... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Garneau concludes visit to the West Bank
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today concluded an official visit to the West Bank, where he also met with Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas, Prime... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Garneau concludes official visit with the Government of Israel
Today, the Honorable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, concluded an official visit with the new Government of Israel. He met with Prime Minister Naftali Bennett; Alternate Prime... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Garneau meets with senior Israeli government officials
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today met with Israel’s Prime Minister Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid, Alternate Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Garneau to hold media availability following visit to the Middle East
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will hold a media availability at the conclusion of his visit to Jordan, Israel and the West Bank. During his... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with Ghana’s Minister of Trade and Industry
Minister Ng congratulated Minister Kyerematen on his re-appointment as minister of trade and industry. She emphasized Canada’s commitment to working with Ghana as partners to further bilateral relations,... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Itinerary – Visit by Minister Ng to Washington, D.C.
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will visit Washington, D.C. on July 6, 2021 to meet with Katherine Tai, United States... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Garneau meets with senior members of Jordanian government 
Minister Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today met with H.E. Bisher Al-Khasawneh, Prime Minister of Jordan and Ayman Safadi, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Jordan.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
CUSMA trade ministers to meet in Mexico City
To commemorate the first anniversary of the entry into force of the Canada-United-States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA), the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade;... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng marks first anniversary of Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement with U.S. and Mexican counterparts 
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, joined Katherine Tai, United States Trade Representative, and Tatiana Clouthier Carrillo, Mexico’s Secretary of... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
New Canadian investments in global gender equality
To address a root cause of global inequality—unpaid and paid care work in low- and middle-income countries—and to foster gender equality, women’s economic empowerment and gender-responsive economic response... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs and Minister of International Development on ceasefire in Tigray
Canada welcomes yesterday’s declaration by the Government of Ethiopia that an immediate, unilateral ceasefire, applicable to all federal and regional forces, is in effect in the Tigray region... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Foreign Affairs Minister and International Development Minister conclude successful G20 Foreign and Development Ministers’ Meeting
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Karina Gould, Minister of International Development, today concluded their participation in the G20 Foreign and Development Ministers’... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Garneau speaks with Singaporean counterpart
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today spoke with Vivian Balakrishnan, Singapore’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, on the margins of the G20 Foreign Ministers Meeting in... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to mark first anniversary of Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will mark the one-year anniversary of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement at a virtual event hosted... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng highlights global market opportunities with Canadian and Australian business leaders
Helping Canada’s businesses collaborate and access new markets is key to driving economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint statement on the ministerial meeting on Syria
The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America, Italy, Canada, Egypt, France, Germany, Greece, Iraq, Ireland, Japan, Jordan, Lebanon,... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Ministerial Meeting of the Global Coalition to Defeat Daesh/ISIS
The Ministers of the Global Coalition to Defeat Daesh/ISIS, reconvening in-person after two years, met today in Rome at the invitation of Italian Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Luigi Di Maio and... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng promotes international collaboration, trade diversification and economic recovery at APEC Global Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Forum
International collaboration is key to ending the COVID-19 pandemic and ensuring a strong, resilient, sustainable and inclusive economic recovery guided by a rules-based and diversified international trading system.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Garneau meets with Indonesian counterpart
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met today with his Indonesian counterpart, Retno Marsudi, on the margins of the G20 Foreign Ministers’ and Development Ministers’ Meeting... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Garneau speaks with Italian counterpart
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today spoke with his counterpart, Luigi Di Maio, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Italy.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng reaffirms Canada’s commitment to fighting racism and discrimination 
Today, at the Chinese Canadians Leaders’ Summit of the Action, Chinese Canadians Together (ACCT) Foundation, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade,... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to promote inclusive trade and building back better at the APEC Global MSME Forum
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will deliver remarks and participate on the Ministerial panel for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC)... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to address anti-Asian racism at Action! Chinese Canadians Together Foundation’s Aspire to Lead Summit
June 25, 2021 - The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will participate in Aspire to Lead, the 2021 Leaders’ Summit of... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Garneau announces Special Envoy Dion mission to support Armenian democracy
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that the Honourable Stéphane Dion, Ambassador to Germany and Special Envoy to the European Union and Europe, will... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng meets with members of U.S. Congress on strengthening Canada-United States trade relations
Canada and the United States share one of the longest-standing, closest relationships in the world. It is built on shared geography, values, and interests and on people-to-people ties... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with Japan’s Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry
Yesterday, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, spoke with Hiroshi Kajiyama, Japan’s Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada sending medical supplies to support COVID-19 response in Pakistan and Nepal
In response to the ongoing challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic in South Asia, Canada is delivering additional COVID-19-related medical supplies to Pakistan and Nepal.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs on closure of Hong Kong newspaper, Apple Daily
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement on the announcement of the closure of the Hong Kong newspaper, Apple Daily... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister of Foreign Affairs to travel to Italy, Middle East, and Lithuania
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that he will be travelling to Italy, the Middle East, and Lithuania from June 27 to July 8.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Enerkon Solar International, Inc.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
Announcement: Privacy Commissioner announces new funding recipients for independent research and awareness projects
Announcement... more
3 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Minister Ng discusses opportunities in Southeast Asia for Canada’s infrastructure sector
Global investment in infrastructure is critical to supporting a strong economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, and Canada is at the forefront of international expertise in the sector.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to discuss opportunities in Asia for Canada’s infrastructure sector
June 22, 2021 - The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will participate in a panel discussion at the Asia Infrastructure Forum... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada imposes additional sanctions on Belarusian individuals and entities over attacks on human rights and fundamental freedoms
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced new sanctions against 17 individuals and 5 entities under the Special Economic Measures Act (SEMA) in response to... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder ­­­­- Sanctions related to Belarus
Effective immediately, Canada is imposing sanctions against Belarusian officials and entities in response to gross and systematic human rights violations that have been committed in Belarus.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint Statement by Canada, the European Union, United Kingdom, and United States on the announcement of new sanctions against Belarus
We are united in our deep concern regarding the Lukashenko regime’s continuing attacks on human rights, fundamental freedoms, and international law.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada to begin negotiations with Indonesia on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, and Muhammad Lutfi, Indonesia’s Minister of Trade, announced that Canada and Indonesia will begin... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs and Minister of International Development on World Refugee Day
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Karina Gould, Minister of International Development, today issued the following statement: “It is tragic that the number... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces new assistance for those affected by conflict in Ethiopia’s Tigray region
Canada remains deeply concerned by the ongoing conflict in the Tigray region of Ethiopia and the resulting humanitarian crisis that continues to worsen.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister Ng regarding United States tariffs on Canadian solar products 
As we build back better from the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and urgently address climate change, Canada and the United States must be aligned and work together... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada mobilizes international donors to support Venezuelan refugees, migrants and countries in the region
Today, Canada convened the International Donors’ Conference in Solidarity with Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants in collaboration with UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, and the International Organization for Migration.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada follows through on commitments to advance women, peace and security agenda with third national action plan
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement following a meeting of Cabinet ministers with Canadian and international leaders on Canada’s national action... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Remarks by the Minister of Foreign Affairs before the Special Committee on Canada-China Relations – National Security Dimensions of Canada-China Relations
In this context, our approach to China is constantly evolving. It is firmly guided by our principles, values and interests, while reflecting the complexity of our relationship.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
News release: Canadians concerned about access to their online personal information: poll
News release... more
3 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
China’s New Law on Countering Foreign Sanctions
On 10 June 2021, the National People’s Congress Standing Committee of the People’s Republic of China passed the Law of the PRC on Countering Foreign Sanctions (the “Anti-Sanctions... more
3 years ago
Sanctions Insight
Canada condemns arrest of political candidates and civil society leaders in Nicaragua
“Canada joins the Organization of American States, the United Nations, international human rights bodies and members of the international community in condemning the arbitrary arrest of political candidates... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with Singapore’s Minister for Trade and Industry about strengthening economic relations
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, spoke yesterday with Kim Yong Gan, Minister for Trade and Industry, Singapore.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with Philippines’ Secretary of Trade and Industry on strengthening economic relations
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, spoke yesterday with Ramon Lopez, the Philippines’ Secretary of Trade and Industry.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng and plant protein sector leaders discuss global market opportunities
A strong and vibrant agri-food and agri-tech ecosystem is critical to Canada’s recovery, long-term growth, and global competitiveness.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Reminder - Media Registration open for International Donors’ Conference in Solidarity with Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants
Canada will host the next International Donors’ Conference in Solidarity with Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants on June 17, 2021, in collaboration with UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency and... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
News release: RCMP’s use of Clearview AI’s facial recognition technology violated Privacy Act, investigation concludes
News release... more
3 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Minister Ng promotes benefits of Global Trade and Gender Arrangement at OECD
Reinforcing international trade policies that promote growth and prosperity for all businesses, communities, and economies will be key to ensuring an inclusive and sustainable economic recovery from the... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Media Advisory: Release of the Privacy Commissioner's Special Report to Parliament on Police Use of Facial Recognition Technology in Canada
Media Advisory... more
3 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Minister Ng to promote benefits of the Global Trade and Gender Arrangement at the OECD
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will participate in a webinar hosted by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with Mexico’s Secretary of Economy
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, spoke yesterday with Tatiana Clouthier Carrillo, Mexico’s Secretary of Economy.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to participate in global plant protein market roundtable
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will provide a keynote to business leaders from Canada’s agri-food and agri-tech sectors.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Media briefing on International Donors’ Conference in Solidarity with Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants
Canada will host the next International Donors’ Conference in Solidarity with Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants on Thursday, June 17, 2021, in collaboration with UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng participates in meeting of G7 trade and investment ministers
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, participated in the G7 Trade and Investment Ministers’ Meeting, hosted by Liz Truss, the... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint statement from the International Coordination and Response Group for the victims of Flight PS752 on notice of claim to Iran
“We, Ministers representing Canada, Sweden, Ukraine, and the United Kingdom, today (June 3 2021) delivered a notice of our claim against the Islamic Republic of Iran, in relation... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada and CPTPP parties agree to commence accession process with United Kingdom
The Government of Canada is committed to diversifying trade and investment with key markets around the world, including in the Asia-Pacific region, as part of its commitment to... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
News release: Federal, Provincial and Territorial Information and Privacy Commissioners and Ombudsman Issue Joint Resolution About Privacy and Access to Information Rights During and After a Pandemic
News release... more
3 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: OPC shares views on bill to restrict young persons’ access to sexually explicit material online
Announcement... more
3 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Ministers Ng and Fortier participate in virtual Ministerial Council Meeting of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development
International cooperation is essential to addressing the health, economic and social crises caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and ensuring a strong, inclusive, and sustainable global economy as the... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Rich Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
XSport Global, Inc.
3 years ago
SEC Trading Suspensions
G7 statement on Belarus
We, the G7 foreign ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada condemns arrest of President, Prime Minister and other members of Mali’s transitional authority
“Canada joins the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), the African Union and members of the international community in strongly condemning the arrest and detention by the... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Gould concludes first day of virtual visit to Mozambique
Today, the Honourable Karina Gould, Minister of International Development, concluded the first of a 2-day virtual visit to Mozambique during which she is announcing $186 million in funding... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces support for Mozambique due to pandemic and to mitigate its secondary impacts
Today, Canada announced $186 million in development assistance for new projects in Mozambique, including support in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and to advance sexual and reproductive health... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng leads trade and health discussions at meeting of Ottawa Group on WTO reform 
International collaboration on trade and health issues is critical to ending the COVID-19 pandemic while ensuring a strong, resilient, and inclusive economic recovery.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Media Registration opens for International Donors’ Conference in Solidarity with Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants
May 26, 2021 - Canada will host the next International Donors’ Conference in Solidarity with Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants on June 17, 2021, in collaboration with the United... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
The future of privacy law reform in Canada
The future of privacy law reform in Canada... more
3 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Statement on Syria’s upcoming presidential elections 
Canada denounces Syria’s decision to hold presidential elections tomorrow, May 26, amidst ongoing human rights abuses and grave violations of international law perpetrated by the Assad regime.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada condemns Belarus’s diversion of Ryanair Flight 4978
“Canada strongly condemns the forced diversion of Ryanair Flight 4978 under false pretenses and the subsequent arrest of journalist Roman Protasevich by Belarus. This reckless, brazen act by... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister Ng on U.S. request for dispute settlement panel on dairy TRQs under CUSMA 
Canada is a strong proponent of rules-based multilateral trade and believes that international trade will play an important role in the global recovery from COVID-19.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Government of Canada announces senior advisor to Global Affairs Canada on Flight PS752 tragedy
Today, the Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced that Payam Akhavan, Senior Fellow at Massey College and distinguished visiting professor at the University of Toronto, will... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister of Foreign Affairs speaks with Russian counterpart at Arctic Council Ministerial Meeting
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today spoke with his Russian counterpart, Sergey Lavrov, at the Arctic Council Ministerial meeting.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with Japan’s Minister of State for Economic and Fiscal Policy
Canada is committed to delivering an inclusive and sustainable economic recovery by promoting progressive trade relationships that benefit all, fostering growth and creating good middle class jobs in... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister of Foreign Affairs concludes successful participation in Arctic Council Ministerial Meeting in Iceland
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today successfully concluded Canada’s participation in the 12th Ministerial Meeting of the Arctic Council in Reykjavik, Iceland. Minister Garneau also... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Sustainable Development Working Group
The Sustainable Development Working Group (SDWG) was established in 1998 after the inception of the Arctic Council, and is one of six Arctic Council Working Groups.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng takes part in Ireland Canada Business Association Summit
Canada is committed to delivering an inclusive and sustainable economic recovery by promoting progressive trade relationships that benefit all, fostering growth, and creating good middle class jobs in... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada’s increased contributions to the ACT-Accelerator
A global outbreak requires a global response. Canada has made significant investments to ensure that COVID-19 vaccines, therapeutics, and diagnostics are affordable and equitably distributed globally.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Announcement: Education software firm addresses security vulnerabilities
Announcement... more
3 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Minister Ng to promote bilateral relations at Ireland Canada Business Association summit
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will participate in a virtual conversation with the Ireland Canada Business Association on Canada-Ireland trade... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
News release: Vaccine passports must meet highest level of privacy protection
News release... more
3 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs on 77th anniversary of deportation of Crimean Tatars
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “Seventy-seven years ago, Crimean Tatars were forcibly deported by Soviet authorities from the Crimean Peninsula.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada concludes successful Free Trade Commission meeting with the United States and Mexico
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, Katherine Tai, United States Trade Representative, and Tatiana Clouthier Carrillo, Mexico’s Secretary of Economy,... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Remarks by Minister Ng at the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) Free Trade Commission Meeting
Good morning Ambassador Tai and Secretary Clouthier. Bonjour à tous ceux et celles qui nous accompagnent aujourd’hui.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada provides additional humanitarian assistance to Nagorno-Karabakh and continues to promote efforts to find sustainable peace
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Karina Gould, Minister of International Development, today issued the following statement: “Canada continues to support efforts to... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with Mexico’s Secretary of Economy Tatiana Clouthier Carrillo at Free Trade Commission meeting
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, spoke with Tatiana Clouthier Carrillo, Mexico’s Secretary of Economy, in advance of the Canada-United... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai at Free Trade Commission meeting
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, spoke with Katherine Tai, United States Trade Representative, in advance of the inaugural Canada-United... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada imposes additional sanctions on individuals and entities affiliated with Armed Forces of Myanmar
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced additional sanctions against 16 individuals and 10 entities under the Special Economic Measures (Burma) Regulations in response to... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Canada Following UN Security Council Session on the devastating violence in Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza
Canada is appalled by the ongoing violence, rising tensions, and the devastating loss of life. The toll —particularly on civilians, including women and children — has already been... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng begins new trade dialogue with Australia 
Yesterday, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, held the first meeting of the Canada-Australia Trade Ministers Dialogue with Dan Tehan, Australia’s... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to participate in first meeting of Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement Free Trade Commission
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will participate in the inaugural meeting of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) Free Trade Commission... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng announces launch of Canada’s Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement Model
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, introduced Canada’s modernized and inclusive Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement (FIPA) Model, which... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with Ibec chief executive officer about Canada-Ireland trade opportunities
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, joined Danny McCoy, chief executive officer for Ireland’s largest business representation group, Ibec, for... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Announcement: OPC responds to privacy complaint against three federal political parties
Announcement... more
3 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Statement by the Minister of Foreign Affairs on the situation in Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza 
Canada has been following the situation in Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza with grave concern. We are appalled by the ongoing violence, rising tensions, and loss of... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to promote Canada-Ireland relations with Ibec CEO
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will participate in a virtual conversation with Danny McCoy, CEO, Ibec on Canada-Ireland trade relations.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with U.K. secretary of state for international trade Liz Truss
Yesterday, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, spoke with Liz Truss, the United Kingdom’s Secretary of State for International Trade.... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with United States Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo
Yesterday, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, spoke with Gina Raimondo, the United States Secretary of Commerce. During their conversation, Minister... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
News release: Commissioner: Reform bill “a step back overall” for privacy
News release... more
3 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Minister Ng signs memorandum of understanding with Chile on intellectual property and innovation issues 
On Thursday, May 6, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, and Rodrigo Yáñez, Chile’s Under-Secretary for International Economic Relations, signed a... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Announcement: Commissioner appears before the Standing Committee on Access to Information, Privacy and Ethics to discuss the 2021-22 Main Estimates
Announcement... more
3 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner shares views on Facial Recognition Technology with Parliament
Announcement... more
3 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Canada concerned about persistent violence in Colombia
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement:“Canada is deeply saddened by the loss of life and injuries in Colombia over the last... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada concerned by escalation of tensions in Jerusalem
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “Canada is following the situation in Jerusalem closely. We call for immediate de-escalation of tensions... more
3 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng kicks off 50th-anniversary celebrations of Canada-Germany collaboration in science, technology, and innovation
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, joined Anja Karliczek, Germany’s Federal Minister of Education and Research, to celebrate 50 successful... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with New Zealand counterpart
Yesterday, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, met virtually with Damien O’Connor, New Zealand’s Minister for Agriculture and Minister for and... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister Ng on intellectual property waiver for COVID-19 vaccines
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, issued the following statement:“The Government of Canada remains committed to working with all international... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with Costa Rica’s minister of foreign trade 
Yesterday, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, and Andrés Valenciano, Minister of Foreign Trade, Costa Rica, met bilaterally for the first... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada sending medical supplies to support COVID-19 response in India
As the second and third waves of COVID-19 infections are having devastating impacts at home and in countries across the world, Canada continues to support the robust global... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with Indonesia’s Minister of Trade
Yesterday, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, spoke with Muhammad Lutfi, Indonesia’s Minister of Trade, to advance trade and investment relations... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Foreign Affairs Minister and Minister of International Development conclude successful visit to G7 Foreign and Development Ministers' Meeting in the United Kingdom
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Karina Gould, Minister of International Development, today concluded their participation in the G7 Foreign and Development Ministers’... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to highlight science, technology and innovation excellence at virtual kickoff of celebrations for 50th anniversary of Canada-Germany co-operation
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will deliver remarks at the virtual kickoff of celebrations for the 50th anniversary of Canada-Germany... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
UPDATED - Minister Garneau and Minister Gould to hold media availability following the G7 Foreign and Development Ministers’ Meeting
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Karina Gould, Minister of International Development will hold a media availability at the conclusion of the G7... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister Ng on Asian Heritage Month 
This is a time of year to highlight the diversity of cultures and people from communities of Asian descent across Canada, to learn about the long and rich... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Garneau and Japan’s Foreign Minister Motegi expand Indo-Pacific cooperation
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today met with Motegi Toshimitsu, Japan’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, on the margins of the G7 Foreign and Development Ministers’... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Shared Canada-Japan priorities contributing to a free and open Indo‑Pacific region
The ministers shared the common recognition on deepening cooperation between Canada and Japan to advance our shared vision of a free and open Indo-Pacific in the following mutual... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Garneau to hold media availability following the G7 Foreign and Development Ministers’ Meeting
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will hold a media availability at the conclusion of the G7 Foreign and Development Ministers’ Meeting. At the meeting, the... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada expresses condolences to Israel following Lag B’Omer tragedy
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: "On behalf of all Canadians, I wish to express my deepest sympathies to the people... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces funding support in response to COVID-19 in India
Le Canada travaille avec ses partenaires et des organisations internationales pour contrôler la propagation de la COVID-19 dans le monde entier. Cela est essentiel pour aider les personnes... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Foreign Affairs Minister and Minister of International Development to participate in G7 Foreign and Development Ministers’ Meeting in London, United Kingdom
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will take part in the first in-person meeting of G7 Foreign and Development Ministers in two years in London, UK,... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Garneau highlights investments for small business in Budget 2021
The Honorable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today met virtually with executives and employees of AV&R, a robotics firm in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville, Quebec, to discuss investments from Budget... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs on the conclusion of the Conference of the States Parties to the Chemical Weapons Convention
Canada is pleased that the Conference of the States Parties to the Chemical Weapons Convention adopted the draft decision entitled “Addressing the Possession and Use of Chemical Weapons... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Garneau speaks with Indonesian counterpart
Minister Garneau first offered his sincere condolences to the families and friends who lost loved ones in the recent floods and earthquake in Indonesia. He affirmed that Canada... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement of the Equal Rights Coalition on the serious Human Rights Violations and Abuses against LGBTI Individuals in the Chechen Republic of the Russian Federation
In December 2018, OSCE Moscow Mechanism rapporteur’s independent report on the situation in Chechnya found ‘clear evidence of the successive purges against LGBTI persons’ in Chechnya as well... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with Peru’s Minister of Foreign Trade and Tourism
Yesterday, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, and Claudia Cornejo, Peru’s Minister of Foreign Trade and Tourism, discussed the importance of... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Media Freedom Coalition statement concerning media freedom in Myanmar
The undersigned members of the Media Freedom Coalition express their deep concern with the continued efforts by Myanmar’s military and police to crack down on media freedom.... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng concludes successful virtual trade mission to France on exploring sustainable business opportunities
As the Government of Canada continues to address the COVID-19 pandemic and work toward an inclusive and sustainable global economic recovery, it is helping Canadian business owners and... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement on SolarWinds Cyber Compromise
Today, Canada joins the United States and international partners in voicing our concerns related to a Russian cyber-espionage campaign that exploited the SolarWinds Orion platform.... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
SolarWinds Cyber Compromise
In December 2020, media reported that a highly skilled cyber-actor conducted a supply chain compromise by creating a backdoor into a software update for the SolarWinds’ Orion platform.... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Garneau speaks with Prime Minister of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Today, the Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today spoke with Ralph Gonsalves, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Trade, National Security, Legal Affairs and Information... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada issues advisory on doing business with Myanmar-related entities
The Government of Canada today issued an advisory for Canadian companies doing business with Myanmar-related entities.... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
G7 foreign ministers’ statement on Ukraine
We, the G7 foreign ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union,... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement from Minister Garneau to announce the cancellation of export permits to Turkey
Last fall, in line with our robust export control regime, the Government of Canada suspended export permits for military goods and technology to Turkey pending the results of... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Announcement: New Privacy Tech-Know blog: Privacy Enhancing Technologies for Businesses
Announcement... more
4 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Canada renews partnership with Grand Challenges Canada to spur innovations for global health
World Health Day is commemorated to raise awareness of global health issues. This year, COVID-19 has highlighted the inequalities that persist for people accessing health services due to... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder - Canada’s partnership with Grand Challenges Canada to support sustainable innovations
On World Health Day, April 7, the Honourable Karina Gould, Minister of International Development, announced that the Government of Canada is renewing its partnership with Grand Challenges Canada... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
G7 Foreign Ministers’ statement on the situation in Tigray, Ethiopia
We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister of Foreign Affairs speaks with Ukrainian counterpart
Minister Garneau expressed Canada’s concerns regarding the recent destabilizing Russian actions, including the movement of troops near Ukraine’s borders and in occupied Crimea. He also expressed condolences to... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng participates in first G7 trade and investment ministers’ meeting
As the Government of Canada continues to address the COVID-19 pandemic, collaborating with international partners is essential to fighting the virus and ensuring a sustainable and inclusive global... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces new funds to assist millions of Syrians 
A decade of war has resulted in a devastating humanitarian crisis, leading to the dire suffering of millions of people in Syria and neighbouring countries. The COVID-19 pandemic... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with Germany’s Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy about vaccine exports
Yesterday, as part of a broader ongoing engagement across government with the European Union and its member states, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Gould participates in global gathering for gender equality and reaffirms support for women’s rights organizations
The COVID-19 pandemic has magnified systemic and long-standing inequalities, with women and girls disproportionately affected by the crisis. Bold action is needed to renew momentum and accelerate progress... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to conclude Canada’s virtual trade mission to France by highlighting sustainable mobility collaboration
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will host a conversation with Florent Menegaux, Michelin’s Chief Executive Officer, on the fourth and... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng leads virtual trade mission to Singapore on e-commerce 
As the Government of Canada continues to address the COVID-19 pandemic and work towards an inclusive and sustainable global economic recovery, it is helping Canadian business owners and... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng highlights importance of investment at Consider Canada City Alliance round table
The Government of Canada is committed to bridging Canadians, businesses, and communities through the pandemic and into recovery by supporting job creation, fostering innovation, and providing opportunities to... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Garneau announces funding for stabilization projects in Iraq and Syria at meeting of Global Coalition against Daesh
The Government of Canada recognizes the importance of supporting the stability and security of the Middle East region. Canada continues to support the peace and stabilization efforts of... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada’s stabilization projects in Iraq and Syria
On March 30, 2021, the Government of Canada announced more than $43.6 million in funding for 11 stabilization projects in Iraq and Syria. These projects, funded through the... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint Communiqué by Ministers of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS Small Group
At the invitation of Belgian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sophie Wilmès and U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken, the Foreign Ministers of the... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to emphasize importance of digital information technology in green economic recovery on third day of virtual trade mission to France
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will deliver remarks and take part in a conversation with Cédric O, France’s Minister of... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder - Canada announces new commitment for Syrians
Canada has consistently supported the United Nations in working toward an inclusive intra-Syrian political solution, as laid out in UN Security Council Resolution 2254. An inclusive political transition... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada imposes new sanctions on individuals and entities involved in illegal annexation of Crimea
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced new sanctions against 2 individuals and 4 entities, under the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations and the Special... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Sanctions on Russia related to Crimea
The Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations and the Special Economic Measures (Ukraine) Regulations impose asset freezes and dealings prohibitions on listed persons by prohibiting persons in Canada and... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to discuss green economic recovery and sustainable consumption during second day of virtual trade mission to France
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will take part in a conversation with Nicolas Roucou, Director General of Groupe Decathlon, on... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to promote transatlantic trade and Canadian business expansion at launch of virtual trade mission to France
To start the day, Minister Ng will deliver a keynote address and join Franck Riester, France’s Minister Delegate for Foreign Trade and Economic Attractiveness, for a fireside discussion.... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister of Foreign Affairs condemns attacks on protestors in Myanmar
Canada condemns in the strongest possible terms the military’s use of force against protestors that left more than 100 people dead today in Myanmar. Our thoughts are with... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister of Foreign Affairs responds to Chinese sanctions
China’s sanctions against Canadian parliamentarians and democratic institutions are unacceptable and an attack on transparency and freedom of expression.... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Garneau speaks with Lebanese counterpart
Le ministre des Affaires étrangères, l’honorable Marc Garneau, s’est entretenu aujourd’hui avec le ministre des Affaires étrangères et des Émigrants du Liban, Charbel Wehbé.... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng wraps up successful Joint Committee Meeting on Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the Government of Canada has been committed to ensuring global supply chains are strong and resilient. It is more important than ever that the... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada and Sweden co-host virtual round table with women entrepreneurs
Supporting women entrepreneurs to scale up their businesses and access global markets generates growth, creates jobs, and will be key for an inclusive global economic recovery.... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng receives assurances from European Commissioner for Trade, Valdis Dombrovskis about vaccine exports to Canada
Minister Ng welcomed the close collaboration with the EU on the continued supply of contracted deliveries of COVID-19 vaccines to Canada, and underscored the importance that this continue... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with European Union member states
This week, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, connected with Anna Hallberg, Sweden’s Minister of Foreign Trade; Sophie Wilmès, Belgium‘s Deputy... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Announcement: Commissioner: Pandemic highlights need for strong privacy laws
Announcement... more
4 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Minister Ng hosts initial meeting of Global Clean Technology Advisory Group.
As Canada continues its recovery from the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, it is crucial that Canada’s clean technology businesses have access to support that will lead... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint statement by 19 states in support of the establishment of the International Accountability Platform for Belarus
Statement on behalf of Austria, Belgium, Canada, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Russia sanctions
Effective March 24, 2021, Canada is imposing sanctions against Russian officials in response to gross and systematic human rights violations that have been committed in Russia.... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada imposes new sanctions in response to deteriorating human rights situation in Russia
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced new sanctions against 9 Russian officials under the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations in response to gross and... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Biographical note: Nancy Smyth
Nancy Smyth (BA Hons [French, German], McMaster University, 1987; MA [International Affairs], Carleton University, 1991) joined Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada in 2005 as deputy director for... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
News release: Commissioner encouraged by proposals to modernize the public sector Privacy Act
News release... more
4 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Canada welcomes UN Human Rights Council resolution on Sri Lanka
“Canada welcomes the adoption of the UN Human Rights Council’s (UNHRC) resolution on promoting reconciliation, accountability and human rights in Sri Lanka.”... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to promote doing business in Singapore with a Virtual E-Commerce Trade Mission
March 22, 2021 -The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will launch the virtual trade mission to Singapore. Minister Ng will provide... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada imposes sanctions against China
4 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Minister Ng concludes successful meeting of Ottawa Group on WTO reform
A rules-based multilateral trading system, with the World Trade Organization (WTO) at its core, is essential to ensuring a sustainable and inclusive global economic recovery from the COVID-19... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Foreign Ministers’ joint statement on Xinjiang
We, the Foreign Ministers of Canada and the United Kingdom, and the United States Secretary of State, are united in our deep and ongoing concern regarding China’s human... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, spoke with Katherine Tai, United States Trade Representative. During their conversation —which was Ambassador... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada joins international partners in imposing new sanctions in response to human rights violations in Xinjiang
Today, Canada announced it is imposing new sanctions against 4 officials and 1 entity under the Special Economic Measures (People’s Republic of China) Regulations, based on their participation... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
China sanctions
Effective March 22, 2021, Canada is imposing sanctions against Chinese officials and a Chinese entity in response to gross and systematic human rights violations that have been committed... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs, Minister of International Development and Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade on International Day for Elimination of Racial Discrimination
The Government of Canada is committed to the fight against racism and systemic racial discrimination. We recognize that racism is pervasive and a lived reality for many people... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala
Minister Ng congratulated Dr. Okonjo-Iweala on her recent appointment as Director-General of the WTO, marking a historic moment as the first time that the organization has been led... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs on International Day of La Francophonie
“Francophone communities across the country are at the heart of our history. Canadians are proud of our two official languages and the cultural riches they allow us to... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with Liz Truss, U.K. Secretary of State for International Trade
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, spoke with the United Kingdom’s Secretary of State for International Trade, Liz Truss.... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada begins public consultations on joining the Digital Economy Partnership Agreement
The digital transformation of the global economy is creating new opportunities for Canadian companies and exporters that will support a sustainable and inclusive economic recovery from the COVID-19... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Garneau speaks with Secretary General of La Francophonie
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today spoke with Louise Mushikiwabo, Secretary General of La Francophonie.... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng announces Canada is ratifying the Canada-United Kingdom Trade Continuity Agreement
Canada and the United Kingdom share a profound and positive relationship – one that is built on shared history and values, and strong economic and people-to-people ties.... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
G7 Foreign Ministers' Statement on Ukraine
We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union,... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
New UK corruption based sanctions regime to be at the forefront of British foreign policy
On 16 March 2021 the UK published its Integrated Review of Security, Defence, Development and Foreign Policy titled "Global Britain in a competitive age", which sets out the... more
4 years ago
Sanctions Insight
Minister Ng speaks with Indonesia’s Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources
Yesterday, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, spoke with Arifin Tasrif, Indonesia’s Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources following this month’s... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister of Foreign Affairs speaks with Italian counterpart
The two ministers discussed the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic, including the need to ensure access to vaccines and an inclusive and green post-pandemic recovery.... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Michael Kovrig’s and Michael Spavor’s cases remain top priority for Government of Canada
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “The arbitrary detention of Mr. Kovrig and Mr. Spavor is a top priority for the... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng congratulates Katherine Tai on her confirmation as United States Trade Representative
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, issued the following statement: “I would like to congratulate Katherine Tai on her historic... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Gould and Minister Ng conclude the first Canada-Africa Clean Growth Symposium and announce the Canada-African Development Bank Climate Fund
Growing trade and investment partnerships between Canada and the dynamic economies of Africa is more important than ever as businesses recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng promotes Canada’s mining industry at virtual Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada 2021 Convention
The Government of Canada is committed to working with the mining industry to encourage innovation and generate growth while supporting environmental standards and responsible business conduct.... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng speaks with Chile’s Minister of Energy and Mining
Yesterday, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, spoke with Juan Carlos Jobet, Chile’s Minister of Energy and Mining, following this month’s... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada welcomes new Secretary General of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today congratulated Mathias Cormann for being selected as the next Secretary General of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs and Minister of International Development to mark 10 years since the peaceful protests in Syria
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Karina Gould, Minister of International Development, today issued the following statement: “Ten years ago, Syrians peacefully stood... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to launch Canada-Africa Clean Growth Symposium
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will speak at the Canada-Africa Clean Growth Symposium on Monday, March 15th.... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Garneau Speaks with UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet
Minister Garneau had a productive first call with UN High Commissioner Bachelet.... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng launches public consultations on trade negotiations with United Kingdom
The Government of Canada is committed to advancing an inclusive trade agenda that encourages trade and investment in key markets and strengthens the rules-based trading system. International trade... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng attends Women in Business conference to discuss Canada’s plans for feminist recovery
Yesterday, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, participated in the Women in Business conference, which was organized by the consulates general... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Joint statement of Canada and the Kingdom of the Netherlands regarding their cooperation in holding Syria to account
10 years after the protests in Syria and their subsequent violent repression, gross human rights violations persist to this day. Syrians have been tortured, murdered, forcibly disappeared, and... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Backgrounder: United Nations Convention Against Torture
Canada has supported accountability and transitional justice initiatives that aim to hold the Assad regime and other parties in the conflict accountable for the countless human rights violations... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement on Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Omar Alghabra, Minister of Transport, today issued the following statement:“Two years ago, on March 10, Ethiopian Airlines... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to discuss impact of COVID-19 on women at the Economic Club of New York’s Women in Business Forum 
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will participate in the ministers’ panel at the Women in Business Forum, hosted by the... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng kicks off virtual Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada Convention by showcasing Canada’s leadership role in global shift to green economy
As the Government of Canada addresses the COVID-19 pandemic and plans for a sustainable, inclusive recovery, it is committed to working with partners in the mining industry to... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng highlights Canada’s continued support for businesses during the APEC Business Advisory Council Digital Symposium  
As Canada continues to address the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and look forward to recovery, it is more important than ever that Canadian businesses have the... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Garneau speaks with Ethiopian counterpart
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today spoke with Demeke Mekonnen, Ethiopia’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs.... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to provide Canada’s international trade perspective at the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada Convention 
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will provide opening remarks during the convention hosted by the Prospectors & Developers Association of... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng to kick-off APEC Business Advisory Council Digital Symposium 
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will take part in the panel discussion that will kick-off the APEC Business Advisory Council... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs, Minister of International Development and Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade on International Women’s Day
International Women’s Day is an opportunity to reaffirm our commitment to the human rights of all women and their full, equal and meaningful participation in economic, political, social... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister of Foreign Affairs speaks with U.K. foreign secretary Dominic Raab
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today spoke with Dominic Raab, the United Kingdom’s Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs.... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Gould concludes virtual visit to Colombia and announces new projects
Canada is a long-standing partner of Colombia. Together, they are working to advance the Sustainable Development Goals in the region.... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada announces projects in Colombia to support most vulnerable populations
Canada has announced $29.5 million in development assistance for 6 projects to support high-quality education, peace and economic prosperity in Colombia caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and the... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister of Foreign Affairs takes action on Syria’s human rights violations
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada has requested formal negotiations, under the United Nations Convention Against Torture, to hold Syria accountable for... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
First Canadian women-only virtual trade mission to Taiwan comes to a close
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, wrapped up Canada’s first women-only virtual trade mission to Taiwan, hosted by the Asia... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister of Foreign Affairs speaks with interim President of Venezuela
During the call, Minister Garneau expressed Canada’s serious concern over the continuing measures of the Maduro regime against democratic forces and civil society and reiterated Canada’s commitment to... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Canada welcomes U.S and EU sanctions against Russian officials responsible for serious human rights violations
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “Canada strongly supports the decision made by the United States and the European Union on... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Minister Ng announces appointments to Canadian Commercial Corporation and Export Development Canada
The Canadian Commercial Corporation (CCC) and Export Development Canada (EDC) help Canadian exporters to reach, and succeed in, highly competitive global markets. This role has become all the... more
4 years ago
Global Affairs Canada
Announcement: Commissioner submits views to Access to Information Act review
Announcement... more
4 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News release: Clearview AI’s unlawful practices represented mass surveillance of Canadians, commissioners say
News release... more
4 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Media Advisory: Privacy protection authorities to release their findings following investigation into Clearview AI
Media Advisory... more
4 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Update to the joint statement on global privacy expectations of video teleconferencing companies
Announcement... more
4 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News release: Combination of weaknesses led to massive data breach at Desjardins
News release... more
4 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Media Advisory: Desjardins breach: Quebec’s Commission d’accès à l’information and the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada to release results of investigations
Media Advisory... more
4 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News release: Companies involved in the mobile app industry must avoid practices that could harm consumers
News release... more
4 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Statement from the Privacy Commissioner of Canada following the tabling of Bill C-11
Statement from the Privacy Commissioner of Canada following the tabling of Bill C-11... more
4 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News release: Commissioner issues proposals on regulating artificial intelligence
News release... more
4 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News release: Cadillac Fairview collected 5 million shoppers’ images
News release... more
4 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Facial recognition and artificial intelligence: International privacy guardians call for more protection and accountability
Announcement... more
4 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Opioid manufacturer Purdue Pharma: Criminal and Civil Investigations
Today, the Department of Justice announced a global resolution of its criminal and civil investigations into the opioid manufacturer Purdue Pharma LP (Purdue), and a civil resolution of... more
4 years ago
xBroken-FBI
Announcement: 2019-2020 ATIP Annual Reports tabled in Parliament
Announcement... more
4 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner launches investigations into cyberattacks on Canada Revenue Agency and other federal organizations
Announcement... more
4 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News release: Commissioner’s annual report: Pandemic raises privacy concerns highlighting urgency of law reform
News release... more
4 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Canada imposes sanctions against Belarus
4 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada repeals sanctions against Eritrea
4 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against Terrorist Entities, including Al-Qaida and the Taliban
4 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea
4 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against the Democratic Republic of the Congo
4 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada amends sanctions against the Central African Republic
4 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Announcement: New resources to help businesses protect personal information and address breaches
Announcement... more
4 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Op-ed: The value of data, the values of privacy
Op-ed... more
4 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner writes to parliamentary committees on privacy in a pandemic
Announcement... more
4 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: New privacy guidance on the Internet of Things for manufacturers and Canadians
Announcement... more
4 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: OPC publishes new Privacy Guide for Businesses
Announcement... more
4 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: OPC releases results of investigation into complaint about outsourcing of bank’s fraud claim processing
Announcement... more
4 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News release - Federal and Ontario privacy commissioners support use of COVID Alert application subject to ongoing monitoring of its privacy protections and effectiveness
News release... more
4 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News release - Open letter: Global privacy expectations of video teleconference providers
News release... more
4 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News release: Clearview AI ceases offering its facial recognition technology in Canada
News release... more
4 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Social Media Day: Don’t play games with your privacy
Announcement... more
4 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News release: Privacy Commissioners launch joint investigation into Tim Hortons mobile app
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4 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - June 2, 2020
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4 years ago
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OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - June 1, 2020
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OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - May 29, 2020
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4 years ago
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Announcement: Commissioner appears before the House of Commons Standing Committee on Industry, Science and Technology (INDU) on contact tracing applications
Announcement... more
4 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - May 28, 2020
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4 years ago
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OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - May 27, 2020
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4 years ago
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OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - May 26, 2020
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4 years ago
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OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - May 25, 2020
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OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - May 23, 2020
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OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - May 22, 2020
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OffshoreAlert Daily Digest - May 21, 2020
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4 years ago
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News release: Privacy guardians issue joint statement on COVID-19 contact tracing applications
News release... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: OPC blog post: Tips for Canadians to consider when using videoconferencing services
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner publishes framework to assess privacy-impactful initiatives in response to COVID-19
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner issues guidance on privacy and the COVID-19 outbreak
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: OPC blog post: The SIM card swap scam: What it is and what you can do to minimize risk
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner shares lessons learned from Statistics Canada investigation with United Nations Statistical Commission
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: OPC has new tips to help Canadians fight fraud
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: OPC updates guidance to help federal public sector institutions conducting privacy impact assessments
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: OPC launches investigation into RCMP’s use of facial recognition technology
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioners launch joint investigation into Clearview AI amid growing concerns over use of facial recognition technology
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Privacy Commissioner files Notice of Application with the Federal Court against Facebook, Inc.
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: OPC launches a privacy presentation package aimed to get Canadians talking on Data Privacy Day
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner seeks input on protecting Canadians’ rights as artificial intelligence expands
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioners demand Alberta business immediately stop using their logos
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Media Advisory: A Data Privacy Day conversation with Canada’s Privacy Commissioner
Media Advisory... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: OPC posts new summaries of cases involving businesses
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News release: Commissioner’s annual report sets out blueprint for how to modernize Canadian privacy laws
News release... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News release: Investigation finds BC firm delivered micro-targeted political ads without ensuring consent
News release... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Media Advisory: BC and federal privacy commissioners to release findings of investigation into AggregateIQ’s use of personal information
Media Advisory... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News release: Canada’s access to information and privacy guardians urge governments to modernize legislation to better protect Canadians
News release... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Privacy Commissioner shares lessons learned after one year of mandatory breach reporting
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News release: International privacy guardians urge legislators to reaffirm commitment to privacy as a right and value in itself
News release... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: OPC concludes investigation into authentication and data transfer practices used during Loblaw gift card offering
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Beware of calls asking for your Social Insurance Number
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner concludes consultation on transfers for processing
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: OPC publishes advice on what to do if you receive a breach notification
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: New activity sheets help start the privacy conversation with kids
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Joint international statement on global privacy expectations of the Libra network
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: OPC publishes tips to help Canadians stay safe on social media
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Retaining only what is necessary for as long as necessary can reduce impact should a privacy breach occur
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: OPC launches investigation into Capital One breach
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: New videos to help Canadians and businesses protect privacy rights
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: OPC’s ATIP Annual Reports 2018-19 tabled in Parliament
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Video introduction to PIPEDA for your business
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: OPC publishes infographics for Canadians
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Quebec, federal Privacy Commissioners investigate Desjardins breach
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Consider privacy implications when outsourcing functions to a third party
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Canada amends sanctions against Yemen
5 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada imposes sanctions against Nicaragua
5 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Announcement: Commissioner shares views on legislative reform in keynote address
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Consultation on transfers for processing – Reframed discussion document
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner shares his views on the “no-fly list”
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Privacy Commissioner announces funding for independent research projects on privacy issues
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner shares his views on Big Data, Privacy and Democracy
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Deadline extended for feedback on Transborder Data Flow Consultation Document
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Deputy Commissioner Smolynec shares OPC's views on Open Banking for Canadian consumers
Announcement... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News release: Canadians concerned about privacy online; want more control over their personal information: poll
News release... more
5 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner appears before the Standing Committee on Access to Information, Privacy and Ethics to discuss the 2019-20 Main Estimates
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner shares his views on the joint investigation of Facebook, Inc.
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner shares his views on Bill C-59, An Act respecting national security matters
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News release: Facebook refuses to address serious privacy deficiencies despite public apologies for “breach of trust”
News release... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Media Advisory: Federal and B.C. privacy commissioners to release investigative findings into Facebook
Media Advisory... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: OPC issues supplementary discussion document for its consultation on transborder dataflows
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News release: Privacy Commissioner finds Equifax safeguards “unacceptable” and will monitor company for six years following major data breach
News release... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Deputy Commissioner Smolynec shares OPC's views on cybersecurity in the financial sector
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News release: Privacy Commissioner, Chief Electoral Officer of Canada issue guidance to help political parties protect the personal information of Canadians
News release... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Deputy Commissioner Homan shares OPC's views to modernize the Official Languages Act
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Canada amends the Freezing Assets of Corrupt Foreign Officials sanctions against Ukraine
6 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Canada orders extending the application of the Freezing Assets of Corrupt Foreign Officials sanctions against Ukraine
6 years ago
Canadian economic sanctions
Announcement: OPC publishes advice for Canadians on privacy settings
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Deputy Commissioner Smolynec shares OPC's views on Open Banking
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Key lessons for public servants using portable storage devices
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Office of the Privacy Commissioner submits views to Department of Finance Canada consultation document
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner shares his views on the Study of Privacy of Digital Government Services
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Op-ed: Freedom and democracy cannot exist without privacy
Op-ed... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Data Privacy Day focuses attention on Canadians’ privacy rights
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Office of the Privacy Commissioner submits views to the Broadcasting and Telecommunications Legislative Review Panel
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Starting January 1, businesses must follow more robust guidelines on meaningful consent for personal information
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Privacy Commissioner addresses UN Counter-terrorism Committee on privacy and data protection considerations
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: OPC publishes guidance for organizations and individuals related to protecting personal information collected during cannabis transactions
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News release: Commissioner: Canadian rights and values must be central to government’s digital innovation strategy
News release... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner shares his views on privacy considerations related to Bill C-21
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: International declaration highlights privacy issues related to artificial intelligence
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Data protection authorities around the globe participate in annual Privacy Sweep
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner shares his views on the collection of financial information by Statistics Canada
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner shares his views on the Study of the breach of personal information involving Cambridge Analytica and Facebook
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Privacy Commissioner launches investigation into Statistics Canada
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News release: New data breach reporting requirements come into force this week
News release... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News release: International privacy guardians call for stronger protection of student privacy as e-learning expands
News release... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner shares his views on Bill C-58, An Act to amend the Access to Information Act and the Privacy Act and to make consequential amendments to other Acts
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner shares his views on the Study on Modernizing Canada's Communications Legislation
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Privacy Commissioner seeks Federal Court determination on key issue for Canadians’ online reputation
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Key lessons for public servants from the 2017-18 Annual Report
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News release: Privacy Commissioner denounces slow progress on fixing outdated privacy laws
News release... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: OPC launches Privacy Commissioner Alerts for federal public sector
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: OPC’s ATIP Annual Reports tabled in Parliament
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News release: Canada’s access to information and privacy guardians call for privacy regulation and oversight of political parties
News release... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner seeks feedback on breach reporting guidance
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Office of the Privacy Commissioner submits views to Department of Finance Canada consultation
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Beware of scammers posing as staff from the Privacy Commissioner’s office
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Privacy Commissioner launches investigation into Cadillac Fairview over use of facial recognition technology in malls
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
New Zealand company’s re-use of millions of Canadian Facebook user profiles violated privacy law, investigation finds
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Commissioner updates information and advice for Canadians on privacy at airports and borders
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Commissioner announces two new Deputy Commissioners
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Canada’s privacy guardians launch lesson plans to help youth learn about privacy
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Commissioner says legislative reform and additional resources needed to better regulate data giants
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner calls for greater privacy protections to promote trust in the democratic process
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News release: Survey suggests business concern over data breaches decreasing
News release... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Protection of Private Data: Presentation before the Senate Open Caucus
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Privacy Commissioner proposes amendments to address a lack of privacy protection in financial technology sections of budget bill
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News release: Privacy Commissioner issues new guidance to help address consent challenges in the digital age
News release... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Privacy missing from financial technology sections of budget bill, Commissioner tells Senate Committee on Banking, Trade and Commerce
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner shares his views for the Study of Automated and Connected Vehicles in Canada
Announcement... more
6 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner appears before the Standing Committee on Access to Information, Privacy and Ethics to discuss the 2018-19 Main Estimates
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Privacy guardians: Smart city initiatives must include privacy protections
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Guidance on Recording of Customer Calls updated
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Privacy Commissioner appears before parliamentary committee to discuss breach of personal information involving Cambridge Analytica and Facebook
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: OPC’s more proactive approach to privacy protection unveiled in Departmental Plan tabled in Parliament today
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Deadline extended for feedback on Draft Online Reputation Position Paper
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Anne Bertrand appointed Privacy Commissioner, Ad Hoc
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: OPC adopts a new organizational structure
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: BC, federal Privacy Commissioners initiate joint investigations into AggregateIQ, Facebook
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Privacy Commissioner submits further observations on the study of Bill C-49
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Op-ed: Facebook allegations underscore deficiencies in Canada’s privacy laws
Op-ed... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Privacy Commissioner submits further observations on the review of Bill C-59
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Affiliate marketing industry needs to clean up its act in terms of privacy law compliance
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News release: Privacy Commissioner launches Facebook investigation
News release... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Privacy Commissioner opens investigation into Loblaw
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: OPC launches selection process for Deputy Commissioner positions
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Privacy Commissioner submits his views for the review of Bill C-59
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Statement from the Commissioner on a Parliamentary committee study of PIPEDA
Statement from the Commissioner on a Parliamentary committee study of PIPEDA... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner provides comments and recommendations for the review of the Proceeds of Crime and Terrorist Financing Act
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: New European privacy regulation will impact Canadian businesses
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: OPC funds initiatives to raise privacy awareness by highlighting outcomes of privacy research
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Privacy Commissioner launches investigation into Nissan breach
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner shares his views on privacy considerations related to the human rights of prisoners
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner appears before parliamentary committee to discuss online reputation
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner shares his views on privacy considerations related to Bill C-49
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News release: Improvements needed to protect online reputation, Privacy Commissioner says
News release... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News release: VTech breach investigation highlights security failures
News release... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: OPC blog post: Privacy New Year’s resolutions
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Privacy Commissioner submits additional input for the review of Bill C-23
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Privacy Commissioner of Canada posts updated guidance on direct-to-consumer genetic testing and privacy
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner’s statement on Bill C-23, an Act to Amend the Customs Act (Preclearance)
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Privacy Commissioner submits views regarding the study on the regulatory and technical issues related to connected and automated vehicles
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Office of the Privacy Commissioner submits views to Competition Bureau consultation
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Contributions Program launches annual call for innovative research and knowledge translation proposals
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
OPC publishes report on Privacy Enhancing Technologies
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada co-hosting 48th forum of the Asia Pacific Privacy Authorities
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News release: Make privacy education a greater priority in curricula, privacy guardians urge
News release... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Joint letter to the Council of Ministers of Education
Joint letter to the Council of Ministers of Education... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Commissioner shares his views for study on issues and concerns pertaining to cyber security and cyber fraud
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: New Privacy Tech-Know blog: Seeing a Different World: The Possibilities Associated with Augmented and Virtual Reality
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner shares his views on the review of Canada’s Anti-spam Legislation
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News release: Sweep of educational apps finds some fall short on privacy
News release... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Information for Canadians about the Equifax data breach
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Information and Privacy Commissioners across Canada call on governments to safeguard independent review of solicitor-client privilege claims
News release... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Office of the Privacy Commissioner submits views to two Department of Finance Canada consultations
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: OPC submits views on draft data breach regulations
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner shares his views on Bill C-21, an Act to Amend the Customs Act
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Privacy commissioner seeks feedback on draft consent guidance
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: International data protection authorities endorse resolution on enforcement cooperation
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: OPC posts a new summary of a case involving a business
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News release: Commissioner: Digital revolution and Canadians’ privacy fears demand real solutions
News release... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner shares his views on Bill C-46, an Act to Amend the Criminal Code (offences relating to conveyances)
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner shares his views on the privacy of Canadians at airports and borders and travelling in the United States
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: OPC launches investigation into Equifax breach
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Privacy Commissioner submits his views for the study of Bill C-49
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Information regarding the Equifax breach
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Call for Proposals: The Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada announces funding of knowledge translation initiatives in Canada under the Pathways to Privacy Program
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: New privacy Tech-Know blog: Cookieless Identification and Tracking of Devices
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News release: ‘Don’t reuse passwords,’ Privacy Commissioner warns
News release... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: OPC blog post: Can we still be ‘Just another face in the crowd?’
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner’s statement on Bill C-22, an Act to establish the National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians and to make consequential amendments to certain Acts
Announcement... more
7 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Privacy Commissioner publishes focus group report on consent
Announcement... more
7 years ago
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Announcement: OPC blog post: Who’s Watching Where You’re Driving?
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7 years ago
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The Intercept Discloses Top-Secret NSA Document on Russia Hacking Aimed at US Voting System
On Monday, the Intercept published a classified internal NSA document noting that Russian military intelligence mounted an operation to hack at least one US voting software supplier—which provided... more
7 years ago
Announcement: Privacy Commissioner submits his views for the review of Bill C-23
Announcement... more
7 years ago
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Announcement: Data protection authorities around the globe launch fifth Internet Privacy Sweep
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7 years ago
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Announcement: Privacy Commissioner delivers annual address at Canada Privacy Symposium 2017
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7 years ago
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News release: New genetic non-discrimination law will promote privacy and human rights in Canada
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8 years ago
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Announcement: Commissioner appears before the Standing Committee on Access to Information, Privacy and Ethics to discuss the 2017-18 Main Estimates
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8 years ago
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Announcement: New web page offers Canadians advice on how to protect their personal information while using a wearable device
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8 years ago
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Announcement: New web page offers people tips on how to protect their privacy while using Internet connected household devices
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8 years ago
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Statement on the appropriate use of investigative powers, thresholds for authorization and privacy protections
Statement on the appropriate use of investigative powers, thresholds for authorization and privacy protections... more
8 years ago
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Announcement: Commissioner shares his views on Bill C-37, An Act to amend the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
Announcement... more
8 years ago
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Announcement: Commissioner shares his views on the Study on the regulatory and technical issues related to the deployment of connected and automated vehicles
Announcement... more
8 years ago
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Announcement: Privacy Commissioner launches Facebook page
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8 years ago
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Announcement: OPC publishes guidance for organizations for disclosing personal information without knowledge or consent in certain cases relating to investigations or fraud
Announcement... more
8 years ago
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Announcement: Privacy Commissioner calls for greater protection of privacy rights of Canadians in U.S.
Announcement... more
8 years ago
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Commissioner’s letter to the ministers of Justice, Public Safety and Defence calling for greater protection of Canadians’ privacy rights in the U.S.
Commissioner’s letter to the ministers of Justice, Public Safety and Defence calling for greater protection of Canadians’ privacy rights in the U.S.... more
8 years ago
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Announcement: OPC blog post: Let me virtually assist you
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8 years ago
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Announcement: New webpage offers people tips on how to read and better understand privacy policies
Announcement... more
8 years ago
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Announcement: Don’t miss the Pathways to Privacy Research Symposium
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8 years ago
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Announcement: OPC invites expressions of interest for Legal Agents
Announcement... more
8 years ago
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Announcement: Commissioner shares his views on the Study of the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
Announcement... more
8 years ago
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Announcement: New fact sheet outlines what you need to know before purchasing a direct-to-consumer genetic test
Announcement... more
8 years ago
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Announcement: OPC blog post: The actual privacy benefits of virtual private networks
Announcement... more
8 years ago
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News release: Majority of Canadians support Privacy Act reform, greater transparency by government, businesses: poll
News release... more
8 years ago
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Announcement: OPC blog post: Mass mailing mistakes and how to avoid them this tax season
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8 years ago
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Announcement: OPC posts new summaries of cases involving businesses
Announcement... more
8 years ago
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Announcement: OPC blog post: Your identity – Ways services can robustly authenticate you
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8 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Commissioner welcomes conclusion of the U.S. Federal Trade Commission’s investigation into Ashley Madison breach
Announcement... more
8 years ago
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Announcement: OPC blog post: learn how identifiers on your phone can be used to track you
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8 years ago
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Don’t repeat past mistakes, Privacy Commissioner warns as government reviews national security framework - December 6, 2016
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8 years ago
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Media Advisory: Privacy guardians to unveil recommendations on modernizing Canada’s national security framework - December 5, 2016
Media Advisory... more
8 years ago
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Announcement: Contributions Program launches call for innovative research and knowledge translation proposals - November 30, 2016
Announcement... more
8 years ago
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Announcement: Commissioner shares views on Bill C-22 with Parliament
Announcement... more
8 years ago
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Announcement: Commissioner shares views on Security of Canada Information Sharing Act with Parliament
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8 years ago
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Announcement: Privacy Commissioner launches Privacy Tech-Know blog series
Announcement... more
8 years ago
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Announcement: Commissioner shares views on Privacy Act reform with Parliament
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8 years ago
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Announcement: International data protection authorities call for the adoption of a framework for privacy education - October 20, 2016
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8 years ago
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Announcement: Privacy Commissioner Awards Funding for 2017 Privacy Research Symposium
Announcement... more
8 years ago
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Announcement: OPC posts submission to government’s consultation on cyber security
Announcement... more
8 years ago
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Announcement: Common Thread Network launches website
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8 years ago
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Announcement: Government relaunches competitive process for Assistant Privacy Commissioner position
Announcement... more
8 years ago
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Announcement: Privacy Commissioner publishes responses to its consultation on consent and privacy
Announcement... more
8 years ago
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Announcement: Commissioner shares views on Canada’s national security framework with Parliament
Announcement... more
8 years ago
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Announcement: International Privacy Conference brings together privacy leaders from around the globe
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8 years ago
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Announcement: Commissioner’s remarks on his 2015-16 Annual Report
Announcement... more
8 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Media Advisory: Tabling of the Privacy Commissioner’s annual report
Media Advisory... more
8 years ago
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News release: Time to modernize tools to protect personal information, Privacy Commissioner urges in annual report - September 27, 2016
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8 years ago
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News release: Global Internet of Things Sweep finds connected devices fall short on privacy
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8 years ago
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Announcement: Privacy Commissioner submits further input on Privacy Act reform
Announcement... more
8 years ago
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Announcement: Privacy Commissioner of Canada launches new website
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8 years ago
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News Release: Ashley Madison investigation finds security measures lacking; fictitious security trustmark was ‘deceptive’ - August 23, 2016
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8 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: The Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada Announces Funding for 2017 Privacy Research Symposium
Announcement... more
8 years ago
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Announcement: Privacy Commissioner releases publication highlighting independent privacy research projects funded by Contributions Program - May 9, 2016
Announcement... more
8 years ago
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News Release: Canadian businesses see privacy as important, but many still don’t have certain privacy basics in place, survey finds - April 28, 2016
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9 years ago
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News Release: Privacy Commissioner outlines recommendations for modernizing the Privacy Act - March 10, 2016
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9 years ago
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Media Advisory: Privacy Commissioner to testify before Parliamentary committee on Privacy Act reform - March 9, 2016
Media Advisory... more
9 years ago
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Media surveillance highlights privacy risk to all Canadians
Op-ed... more
9 years ago
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Federal Privacy Commissioner urges caution should Parliament revisit warrantless access
Op-ed... more
9 years ago
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Announcement: Access and privacy regulators call on governments to respect rights in information sharing initiatives - January 25, 2016
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9 years ago
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News Release: Federal government needs to do more to guard against breaches and privacy violations: Privacy Commissioner - December 10, 2015
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9 years ago
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Media Advisory: Privacy Act annual report to be tabled - December 9, 2015
Media Advisory... more
9 years ago
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Statement from the Co-chairs of the Common Thread Network on behalf of participants at the 3rd Annual Common Thread Network meeting - November 6, 2015
Statement from the Co-chairs of the Common Thread Network on behalf of participants at the 3rd Annual Common Thread Network meeting... more
9 years ago
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News Release: International privacy guardians call for greater transparency reporting - October 28, 2015
News Release... more
9 years ago
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News Release: Sensitive information used for online ad targeting, research finds - June 15, 2015
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9 years ago
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Media Advisory: Annual report on private-sector privacy issues expected to be tabled in Parliament - June 8, 2015
Media Advisory... more
9 years ago
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Media Advisory: Privacy Commissioner to comment on collection of biometrics from certain travellers to Canada - June 4, 2015
Media Advisory... more
9 years ago
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News Release: Bell advertising program raises privacy concerns - April 7, 2015
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10 years ago
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Letter to 10 webcam manufacturers in Canada and the United States - February 12, 2015
Letter to 10 webcam manufacturers in Canada and the United States... more
10 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: David Loukidelis appointed Privacy Commissioner, Ad Hoc - December 16, 2014
Announcement... more
10 years ago
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Joint Open Letter to App Marketplaces
Joint Open Letter to App Marketplaces... more
10 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News Release: Global privacy guardians urge app marketplaces to make links to privacy policies mandatory - December 10, 2014
News Release... more
10 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Statement regarding the death of former Privacy Commissioner Bruce Phillips - December 8, 2014
Announcement... more
10 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Letter to operators of webcam website
Letter to operators of webcam website... more
10 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Canada’s access to information and privacy guardians urge governments to better protect and promote rights of Canadians in digital era
Announcement... more
10 years ago
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News Release: Statement of the Privacy and Information Commissioners of Canada on National Security and Law Enforcement Measures - October 29, 2014
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10 years ago
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Media Advisory: Privacy Act annual report to be tabled - October 29, 2014
Media Advisory... more
10 years ago
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Protect and Promote Canadians’ Access and Privacy Rights in the Era of Digital Government - Resolution of the Federal, Provincial and Territorial Privacy and Information Ombudspersons and Commissioners
Protect and Promote Canadians’ Access and Privacy Rights in the Era of Digital Government... more
10 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Media Advisory: Canada’s access to information and privacy guardians to issue a statement on access and privacy rights in the context of national security - October 28, 2014
Media Advisory... more
10 years ago
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Announcement: Data protection authorities endorse enforcement cooperation arrangement - October 16, 2014
Announcement... more
10 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
2015 Pathways to Privacy Research Symposium: A Return to First Principles for Privacy at the Cutting-Edge
2015 Pathways to Privacy Research Symposium: A Return to First Principles for Privacy at the Cutting-Edge... more
10 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Statement regarding the recent death of former Privacy Commissioner George Radwanski - September 19, 2014
Announcement... more
10 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: OPC Awards Funding for 2015 Privacy Research Symposium
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10 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News Release: Annual Report: Privacy Commissioner emphasizes importance of online transparency - August 21, 2014
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10 years ago
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The Privacy Commissioner of Canada issued the following statement regarding the Supreme Court of Canada's decision in R. v. Spencer
The Privacy Commissioner of Canada issued the following statement regarding the Supreme Court of Canada's decision in R. v. Spencer... more
10 years ago
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Announcement: Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada seeking paralegal support on an as required basis - June 12, 2014
Announcement... more
10 years ago
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Announcement: Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada seeking paralegal support on an as required basis - June 6, 2014
Announcement... more
10 years ago
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Announcement: Prime Minister Announces Nomination of Next Privacy Commissioner - May 28, 2014
Announcement... more
10 years ago
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Announcement: Federal, British Columbia and Alberta Privacy Commissioner issue new guidelines for online consent - May 8, 2014
Announcement... more
11 years ago
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Response from Apple Canada Inc.
Response from Apple Canada Inc.... more
11 years ago
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News Release: Privacy Commissioner announces funding for innovative independent research into emerging privacy issues - April 30, 2014
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11 years ago
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News Release: Privacy Commissioner announces funding for innovative independent research into emerging privacy issues
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11 years ago
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Response from the independent counsel for the Canadian Wireless Telecommunications Association regarding information requests from government authorities
Response from the independent counsel for the Canadian Wireless Telecommunications Association regarding information requests from government authorities... more
11 years ago
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Statement from the Interim Privacy Commissioner of Canada regarding Heartbleed
Statement from the Interim Privacy Commissioner of Canada regarding Heartbleed... more
11 years ago
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Statement from the Interim Privacy Commissioner of Canada regarding Bill S-4, the Digital Privacy Act
Statement from the Interim Privacy Commissioner of Canada regarding Bill S-4, the Digital Privacy Act... more
11 years ago
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Media Advisory: Special report expected to be tabled in Parliament: Interim Privacy Commissioner to share findings of investigation into hard drive loss and identify lessons learned - March 24, 2014
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11 years ago
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2014 Pathways to Privacy Research Symposium: Helping Canadians Find Pathways to Privacy
2014 Pathways to Privacy Research Symposium: Helping Canadians Find Pathways to Privacy... more
11 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Interim Privacy Commissioner provides recommendations to Parliament for the protection of privacy rights in national security efforts
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11 years ago
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Media Advisory: Special report expected to be tabled in Parliament: Interim Privacy Commissioner to provide recommendations on the protection of privacy rights in national security efforts - January 27, 2014
Media Advisory... more
11 years ago
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Statement from the Privacy Commissioner of Canada regarding Bill C-13
Statement from the Privacy Commissioner of Canada regarding Bill C-13... more
11 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
News Release: Privacy Commissioner supports call for internal audit of Correctional Service Canada - November 26, 2013
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11 years ago
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News Release: Privacy Commissioner’s final report calls for greater care in government handling Canadians’ personal information - October 29, 2013
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11 years ago
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Media Advisory: Privacy Act annual report to be tabled - October 28, 2013
Media Advisory... more
11 years ago
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News Release: Privacy concerns with FINTRAC remain following two separate audits - October 24, 2013
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11 years ago
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Announcement: Privacy Commissioner to investigate Bell Canada’s privacy changes - October 23, 2013
Announcement... more
11 years ago
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Announcement: New report highlights achievements of the OPC’s strategic priorities initiative - October 11, 2013
Announcement... more
11 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Response from Chief of Communications Security Establishment Canada (CSEC)
Response from Chief of Communications Security Establishment Canada (CSEC) to the Commissioner's letter... more
11 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Modernizing Access and Privacy Laws for the 21st Century - Resolution of Canada’s Information and Privacy Commissioners and Ombudspersons
Modernizing Access and Privacy Laws for the 21st Century... more
11 years ago
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News Release: Canada’s access to information and privacy guardians urge government to modernize laws - October 9, 2013
News Release... more
11 years ago
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Media Advisory: Canada’s access to information and privacy guardians to meet in Vancouver - October 8, 2013
Media Advisory... more
11 years ago
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Announcement: Statement regarding the recent death of the first Privacy Commissioner, Inger Hansen - October 3, 2013
Announcement... more
11 years ago
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Announcement: International data protection authorities call for action to protect privacy in the information age - September 25, 2013
Announcement... more
11 years ago
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Commissioner's letter to Chief of Communications Security Establishment Canada (CSEC)
Commissioner's letter to Chief of Communications Security Establishment Canada (CSEC)... more
11 years ago
.priv.gc.ca
Announcement: Special Call for Proposals: OPC Announces Funding for Privacy Research Symposium - September 13, 2013
Announcement... more
11 years ago
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News Release: Global Internet Sweep finds significant privacy policy shortcomings - August 13, 2013
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11 years ago
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Backgrounder: Results of the 2013 Global Privacy Enforcement Network Internet Privacy Sweep - August 13, 2013
Backgrounder... more
11 years ago
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News Release: Privacy Commissioner stresses significance of online reputation and business accountability in digital age - June 6, 2013
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11 years ago
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Media Advisory: Annual report on private-sector privacy issues expected to be tabled in Parliament - June 5, 2013
Media Advisory... more
11 years ago
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Media Advisory: Digital era demands stronger privacy protections for Canadians - May 22, 2013
Media Advisory... more
11 years ago
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Global Privacy Enforcement Network Internet Privacy Sweep - Questions and Answers
Global Privacy Enforcement Network Internet Privacy Sweep Questions and Answers... more
12 years ago
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News Release: Canadians increasingly anxious about privacy in the face of new technology, poll suggests - April 4, 2013
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12 years ago
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Announcement: OPC launches new privacy research section on web site - March 28, 2013
Announcement... more
12 years ago
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Statement: Statement from the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada Regarding a Report by Elections Canada - March 27, 2013
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12 years ago
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News Release: Statement from the Privacy Commissioner of Canada regarding the government's decision not to proceed with Bill C-30 - February 12, 2013
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12 years ago
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Announcement: Privacy Commissioner launches privacy mobile application - January 28, 2013
Announcement... more
12 years ago
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Announcement: Privacy Commissioner launches investigation of Human Resources and Skills Development Canada breach of student loan recipient information - January 11, 2013
Announcement... more
12 years ago
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Media Advisory: Privacy Commissioner to launch new guidance on privacy and videogames at kick-off of Media Literacy Week 2012 - November 2, 2012
Media Advisory... more
12 years ago
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Announcement: OPC makes privacy research more accessible by enhancing Contributions Program web pages - October 30, 2012
Announcement... more
12 years ago
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Announcement: Letter to the French Data Protection Authority Regarding its Review of Google's Privacy Policy - October 16, 2012
Announcement... more
12 years ago
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News Release: Privacy Commissioner highlights need for better protection of personal information by federal departments and agencies - October 4, 2012
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12 years ago
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Media Advisory: Privacy Act annual report to be tabled - October 3, 2012
Media Advisory... more
12 years ago
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News Release: Commissioner welcomes Supreme Court decision recognizing the importance of protecting young people's privacy - October 1, 2012
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12 years ago
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Backgrounder: OPC web leakage research project - September 25, 2012
Backgrounder... more
12 years ago
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News Release: Popular websites in Canada disclosing personal information - September 25, 2012
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12 years ago
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Announcement: OPC launches new online complaint form - August 23, 2012
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12 years ago
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Privacy commissioners call on small- and medium-sized businesses to look before they leap into the cloud - June 14, 2012
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12 years ago
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Media Advisory: Commissioner’s annual report on private-sector privacy issues expected to be tabled in Parliament - June 4, 2012
Media Advisory... more
12 years ago
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News Release: Canadian businesses missing important steps to protect personal information stored digitally, poll finds - May 4, 2012
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13 years ago
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Announcement: Federal, British Columbia and Alberta Privacy Commissioners Outline Building Blocks for Effective Privacy Management - April 17, 2012
Announcement... more
13 years ago
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Announcement: OPC to host new research symposium - April 5, 2012
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13 years ago
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Privacy Commissioner: Facebook shows improvement in some areas, but should be more proactive on privacy when introducing new features
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13 years ago
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Backgrounder: Facebook Investigations Finding Details - April 4, 2012
Backgrounder... more
13 years ago
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Announcement: The Results Are In: Winners of Fourth National Youth Privacy Video Contest Announced - March 28, 2012
Announcement... more
13 years ago
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Announcement: OPC External Advisory Committee member honoured - March 27, 2012
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13 years ago
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Backgrounder: Nexopia investigation highlights youth privacy issues - March 1, 2012
Backgrounder... more
13 years ago
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News Release: When sharing personal information, less is more, Privacy Commissioner of Canada says - January 23, 2012
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13 years ago
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Media Advisory: Canada’s Privacy Commissioner to Unveil New Tools to Help Protect Young People Online - January 23, 2012
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13 years ago
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Announcement: New OPC calendar for 2012 - January 5, 2012
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13 years ago
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Announcement: Privacy Commissioners sign new MOU on private sector privacy
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13 years ago
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Media Advisory: Commissioner Stoddart to release new online advertising guidelines - December 5, 2011
Media Advisory... more
13 years ago
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Announcement: Privacy Commissioner receives Top 100™ Award - December 2, 2011
Announcement... more
13 years ago
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Media Advisory: Commissioner’s annual report on public-sector privacy issues expected to be tabled in Parliament - November 16, 2011
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13 years ago
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Announcement: Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada Legal Services, Policy and Research Branch (LSPR Branch) seeking the assistance of qualified Legal Agents to complement in-house counsel. Closing date for submissions is November 30, 2011. - November 15, 2011
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13 years ago
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News Release: Video contest lets youth express ideas about privacy - September 26, 2011
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13 years ago
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News Release: Three new members appointed to OPC external advisory committee - August 18, 2011
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13 years ago
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Media Advisory: Commissioner's annual report on private-sector issues to be tabled - June 20, 2011
Media Advisory... more
13 years ago
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Announcement: John H. Sims Appointed Privacy Commissioner, Ad Hoc - June 9, 2011
Announcement... more
13 years ago
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Backgrounder: Privacy Commissioner's investigation of WiFi data collection by Google Inc. - June 6, 2011
Backgrounder... more
13 years ago
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Announcement: PIPEDA amendments broaden powers of Privacy Commissioner - April 28, 2011
Announcement... more
14 years ago
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Announcement: Jill Wallace, QC - March 15, 2011
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14 years ago
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Letter to Public Safety Canada from Canada's Privacy Commissioners and Ombudspersons on the current 'Lawful Access' proposals - March 9, 2011
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14 years ago
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Announcement: Winners of Third National Youth Privacy Video Competition Announced - February 16, 2011
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14 years ago
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News Release: Protect your personal information because the Internet never forgets, Privacy Commissioner of Canada says - January 27, 2011
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14 years ago
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Announcement: New OPC calendar for 2011 - January 10, 2011
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14 years ago
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News Release: Outsmart your Smart Phone this Holiday Season, Privacy Commissioner of Canada says - December 21, 2010
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14 years ago
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Announcement: Fighting Spam - December 17, 2010
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14 years ago
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Announcement: Privacy Commissioner launches speakers' series: Insights on Privacy - November 22, 2010
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14 years ago
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Announcement: Privacy Commissioner of Canada makes public draft report on 2010 consultations and calls for further input - October 18, 2010
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14 years ago
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Preliminary Letter of Findings - October 19, 2010
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14 years ago
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Announcement: Privacy Commissioner of Canada launches enhanced privacy tool for businesses - October 18, 2010
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14 years ago
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Announcement: Privacy Commissioner wins Privacy Law Award - October 13, 2010
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14 years ago
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Media Advisory: Commissioner’s annual report on public-sector privacy issues expected to be tabled in Parliament - October 4, 2010
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14 years ago
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Announcement: Privacy Commissioner wins 2010 International Association of Privacy Professionals Vanguard Award - September 30, 2010
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14 years ago
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Backgrounder: Facebook investigation follow-up complete - September 22, 2010
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14 years ago
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El seguimiento de la investigación sobre Facebook está finalizado
Documento de Información... more
14 years ago
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Announcement: Canada joins privacy enforcement agencies in establishing Global Privacy Enforcement Network - September 21, 2010
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14 years ago
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News Release: Access to Information and Privacy Commissioners Call for Open Government - September 1, 2010
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14 years ago
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Open Government - Resolution of Canada’s Access to Information and Privacy Commissioners, September 1, 2010
Open Government... more
14 years ago
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Media Advisory: Canada’s information and privacy commissioners meet in Whitehorse: Call for greater openness and transparency in government - August 30, 2010
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14 years ago
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Announcement: Canada joins APEC cross-border privacy enforcement initiative - August 27, 2010
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14 years ago
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Announcement: Privacy Commissioner of Canada establishes Toronto office - June 18, 2010
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14 years ago
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Media Advisory: Privacy Commissioner’s consumer privacy consultation event to focus on cloud computing - June 16, 2010
Media Advisory... more
14 years ago
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Media Advisory: Commissioner’s annual report on private-sector issues to be tabled - June 7, 2010
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14 years ago
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Media Advisory: Privacy Commissioner hosts consumer privacy consultation event - May 17, 2010
Media Advisory... more
14 years ago
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Media Advisory: Privacy Commissioner hosts consumer privacy consultation event - April 27, 2010
Media Advisory... more
15 years ago
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Media Advisory: International privacy guardians to highlight concerns about online companies - April 19, 2010
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15 years ago
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Save the date - April 14, 2010
Save the Date... more
15 years ago
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Commissioner calls for creative approach to new privacy challenges
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15 years ago
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Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada Announces Winners of Second National Youth Privacy Video Competition
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15 years ago
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Companies and individuals share responsibility for safeguarding personal information: Privacy Commissioner
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15 years ago
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Statement: Former Privacy Commissioner Bruce Phillips appointed to the Order of Canada - January 12, 2010
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15 years ago
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News Release: Have Yourself a Little Privacy this Holiday, says Privacy Commissioner of Canada - December 18, 2009
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15 years ago
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Statement on Surveillance, Security and Privacy at the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games
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15 years ago
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News Release: Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada Highlights Youth Privacy on the 20th Anniversary of the Convention on the Human Rights of the Child - November 20, 2009
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15 years ago
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Media Advisory: November 16, 2009 - Commissioner’s 2008-2009 annual report on public-sector privacy issues to be tabled
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15 years ago
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Media Advisory: October 28, 2009 - Commissioner’s 2008-2009 annual report on public-sector privacy issues to be tabled
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15 years ago
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Media Advisory: October 28, 2009 - Tabling of Commissioner’s 2008-2009 annual report on public-sector privacy issues postponed
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15 years ago
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Media Advisory: October 5, 2009 - Commissioner tables 2008 annual report on private-sector issues
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15 years ago
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Media Advisory: September 9, 2009 - Privacy commissioners outline concerns about expanded surveillance plan
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15 years ago
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Comunicado de prensa : Facebook acepta responder a las inquietudes de la Comisaria de Protección de Datos Personales de Canadá
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15 years ago
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Media Advisory: August 26, 2009 - Privacy Commissioner of Canada to report on final outcome of Facebook investigation
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15 years ago
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Backgrounder: Report of Findings with respect to Facebook - July 16, 2009
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15 years ago
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Media Advisory: July 15, 2009 - Privacy Commissioner of Canada to release Report of Findings into Facebook’s privacy practices
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15 years ago
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News Release: Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada Announces Winner of Essay Contest (June 1, 2009)
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15 years ago
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News Release: Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada launches 2009 National Youth Video Competition (May 29, 2009)
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15 years ago
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News Release: Five-country study finds little protection for anonymity (April 8, 2009)
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16 years ago
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Media Advisory: April 6, 2009 - Five-country study finds little protection for anonymity
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16 years ago
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News Release: Audit reveals privacy gaps at federal agencies (February 12, 2009)
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16 years ago
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News Release: Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada Announces Winners of First National Youth Privacy Video Competition (February 10, 2009)
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16 years ago
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Media Advisory: February 9, 2009 - Privacy Commissioner’s Office to announce winners of inaugural national youth privacy video competition
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16 years ago
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News Release: Privacy protection must be part of Vancouver Olympic Games planning, say federal and B.C. Privacy Commissioners (February 2, 2009)
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16 years ago
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Media Advisory: January 30, 2009 - Tabling of reports by the Auditor General of Canada and the Privacy Commissioner of Canada, Thursday, February 12, 2009
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16 years ago
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News Release: ’Tis the season to protect your privacy, caution Canadian privacy commissioners (December 15, 2008)
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16 years ago
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The 60th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights
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16 years ago
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Media Advisory: December 3, 2008 - Privacy Commissioner's 2007-2008 Annual Report to be tabled
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16 years ago
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News Release: Bank’s lack of accountability leaves possible data breach a mystery (November 27, 2008)
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16 years ago
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News Release: Minister of Justice Announces Appointment of Assistant Privacy Commissioner (November 24, 2008)
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16 years ago
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News Release: International Data Protection Authorities Call for Action to Protect Children's Online Privacy (October 20, 2008)
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16 years ago
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News Release: Canada celebrates Privacy Awareness Week by helping businesses improve privacy practices (August 27, 2008)
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16 years ago
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Children's Online Privacy - Resolution of Canada's Privacy Commissioners and Privacy Oversight Officials - June 4, 2008
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16 years ago
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Media Advisory: June 3, 2008 - Privacy Advocates to Express Concern About Child Privacy Online
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16 years ago
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Media Advisory: June 2, 2008 - Privacy Commissioner's 2007 Annual Report on PIPEDA to be tabled
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16 years ago
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News Release: New book launched to help businesses comply with privacy law (May 23, 2008)
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16 years ago
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News Release: Privacy Commissioner concerned with Ticketmaster’s privacy practices, encourages companies to adopt high privacy standards across operations (April 18, 2008)
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17 years ago
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News Release: Supreme Court of Canada to consider Privacy Commissioner’s powers of investigation and enforcement (February 21, 2008)
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17 years ago
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Backgrounder: Audit Report of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada - Examination of RCMP Exempt Data Banks (February 13, 2008)
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17 years ago
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News Release: It’s tax season... make sure you take extra precautions with your mail (February 6, 2008)
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17 years ago
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Privacy Concerns About Enhanced Driver’s Licences - Resolution of Canada's Privacy Commissioners and Privacy Oversight Officials - February 5, 2008
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17 years ago
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Media Advisory: February 4, 2008 - Privacy Commissioners to discuss concerns over electronic driver's licenses
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17 years ago
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News Release: Data Privacy and Protection an International Problem (January 28, 2008)
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17 years ago
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News Release: The role of identity in society and the privacy issues related to identity: A discussion paper (January 21, 2008)
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17 years ago
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News Release: Do you resolve to protect your privacy in 2008? (December 27, 2007)
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17 years ago
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News Release: Launch of fifth annual privacy research program to include new priorities, new opportunities (December 21, 2007)
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17 years ago
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News Release: Protect your identity while holiday shopping, Commissioner says (December 7, 2007)
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17 years ago
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News Release: '60 Minutes' Investigates TJX Data Breach, Interviews Privacy Commissioner (November 26, 2007)
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17 years ago
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News Release: Statement on Government Identity Theft Measures (November 22, 2007)
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17 years ago
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News Release: Minister of Justice Announces Appointment of Assistant Privacy Commissioner (November 2, 2007)
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17 years ago
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Canadians continue to think personal information not well protected: Tabling of Privacy Commissioner of Canada's Annual Report on the Privacy Act
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17 years ago
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News Release: Privacy Commissioner Welcomes Government Action on Identity Theft (October 2, 2007)
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17 years ago
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News Release: International Data Protection Authorities Call for International Standards on Protection of Passenger Data (September 28, 2007)
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17 years ago
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Media Advisory: September 24, 2007 - Privacy Commissioners to release report on Winners/HomeSense breach
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17 years ago
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Media Advisory: International privacy experts meet in Montreal - September 20, 2007
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17 years ago
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Media Backgrounder : Some of the privacy issues to be highlighted at the 29th International Conference (September 20, 2007)
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17 years ago
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Media Advisory: International privacy experts meet in Montreal - September 6, 2007
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17 years ago
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Announcement: International Privacy Awareness Week (August 28, 2007)
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17 years ago
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Privacy Commissioner releases privacy breach guidelines
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17 years ago
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Media Advisory: June 27, 2007 - Commissioner to speak at privacy workshop
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17 years ago
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News Release: Privacy Commissioner Welcomes Steps to Safeguard Voter Privacy (June 26, 2007)
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17 years ago
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Media Advisory: June 4, 2007 - Commissioner to speak at privacy workshop
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17 years ago
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Media Advisory: May 30, 2007 - Privacy Commissioner's 2006 Annual Report on PIPEDA to be tabled
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17 years ago
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News Release: Privacy Commissioner works with Equifax to conclude audit (March 16, 2007)
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18 years ago
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News Release: March is Fraud Prevention Month
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18 years ago
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Media Advisory: February 22, 2007 - Top researchers gather for Internet Privacy Symposium
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18 years ago
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News Release: Federal Privacy Commissioner and Alberta Information and Privacy Commissioner to investigate Winners and HomeSense data breach (January 31, 2007)
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18 years ago
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News Release: Privacy Commissioner launches investigation of CIBC breach of Talvest customers' personal information (January 18, 2007)
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18 years ago
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News Release: Start the New Year with privacy resolutions (December 27, 2006)
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18 years ago
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News Release: Commissioner urges holiday shoppers to protect their personal information (December 20, 2006)
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18 years ago
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News Release: New money laundering law requires Privacy Commissioner to review FINTRAC's compliance with Privacy Act (December 18, 2006)
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18 years ago
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News Release: Privacy Commissioner urges caution before installing GPS in company vehicles (November 30, 2006)
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18 years ago
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News Release: Privacy Commissioner examines transborder financial transactions (June 30, 2006)
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18 years ago
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Tabling of Privacy Commissioner of Canada's 2005-06 Annual Report on the Privacy Act: Commissioner expresses concerns about public sector privacy protection
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18 years ago
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Media Advisory: June 19, 2006 - 2005-2006 Annual Report to Parliament - Privacy Commissioner of Canada
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18 years ago
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News Release: Privacy Commissioner tables report calling for urgent reform of Canada's Privacy Act (June 5, 2006)
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18 years ago
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News Release: Tabling of Privacy Commissioner of Canada's 2005 Annual Report on the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act: Commissioner takes tougher stance (May 30, 2006)
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18 years ago
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Media Advisory: May 29, 2006 's Annual Report to Parliament - Privacy Commissioner of Canada
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18 years ago
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Letter to Ministers regarding the reform of the Copyright Act (May 17, 2006)
Letter to the Minister of Canadian Heritage and to the Minister of Industry... more
18 years ago
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Privacy Commissioner expresses support for government's new strategy to deal with trans-border flows of personal information
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19 years ago
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Privacy Commissioner of Canada awards $148,850 for research on privacy issues
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19 years ago
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Letter released about Abika.com, an online data broker in the U.S. (November 18, 2005)
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19 years ago
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Media Advisory: Privacy Commissioner of Canada to appear before House of Commons Standing Committee on Access to Information, Privacy and Ethics (October 19, 2005)
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19 years ago
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Privacy Commissioner's 2004 Annual Report on the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act tabled in Parliament — Commissioner reports on the first year of full implementation of Canada's private sector privacy law
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19 years ago
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Privacy Commissioner's 2004-2005 Annual Report on the Privacy Act tabled in Parliament — Commissioner calls for reform to the Privacy Act
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19 years ago
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Media Advisory: October 5, 2005 's Annual Reports to Parliament - Privacy Commissioner of Canada
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19 years ago
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Questions submitted to Transport Canada, regarding plans for a "no-fly list"
Questions submitted to Transport Canada, regarding plans for a "no-fly list"... more
19 years ago
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Privacy Commissioner raises concerns that no-fly list will infringe on privacy rights
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19 years ago
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Privacy Commissioner renews funding for research into emerging privacy issues
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19 years ago
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Majority of Canadians demand informed consent on cross-border sharing of their personal information
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19 years ago
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Media Advisory: June 14, 2005 to appear before Standing Committee on Industry, Natural Resources, Science and Technology to discuss her views on S-18, An Act to Amend the Statistics Act - Privacy Commissioner of Canada
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19 years ago
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Media Advisory: June 6, 2005 to appear before Standing Committee on Justice, Human Rights, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness to discuss her views on Bill C-16, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (impaired driving) and to make consequential amendments to other Acts - Privacy Commissioner of Canada
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19 years ago
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Media Advisory: May 30, 2005 to appear before Subcommittee on Public Safety and National Security to discuss her views on the review of the Anti-terrorism Act - Privacy Commissioner of Canada
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19 years ago
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Media Advisory: May 30, 2005 to appear before Standing Committee on Access to Information, Privacy and Ethics to discuss Main Estimates - Privacy Commissioner of Canada
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19 years ago
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Contained surveillance and increased oversight needed in Anti-terrorism Act to protect against loss of privacy rights
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19 years ago
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Media Advisory: May 6, 2005 to appear before Committee to discuss her views on the review of the Anti-terrorism Act - Privacy Commissioner of Canada
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20 years ago
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News Release: Failure of CIBC's privacy practices a wake-up call to businesses - April 18, 2005
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20 years ago
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News Release: Privacy Commissioner awards $48,300 to the University of Toronto for research into the effectiveness of web-based privacy notices - January 27, 2005
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20 years ago
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News Release: Privacy Commissioner awards $27,390 to the University of Victoria for a study into the privacy impact of geographic location technologies - January 27, 2005
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20 years ago
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News Release: Privacy Commissioner awards $14,603 to Dalhousie University for a study on the legal and privacy implications of RFID tags - January 27, 2005
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20 years ago
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News Release: Privacy Commissioner awards $371,590 to non-profit organizations for research into the privacy impact of emerging technologies
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20 years ago
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News Release: Privacy Commissioner awards $17,100 to Option Consommateurs to study the effectiveness of consumer identification with new methods of electronic payment - January 27, 2005
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20 years ago
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News Release: Privacy Commissioner awards $50,000 to Canadian Marketing Association for research into best practices into consumer privacy - January 27, 2005
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20 years ago
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News Release: Privacy Commissioner awards $14,850 to Simon Fraser University for privacy research into prepaid communications services - January 27, 2005
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20 years ago
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News Release: Privacy Commissioner awards $50,000 to the École nationale d'administration publique (ÉNAP) for research into the use of surveillance cameras - January 27, 2005
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20 years ago
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News Release: Privacy Commissioner awards $49,972 to Queen's University for study on privacy implications of location technologies - January 27, 2005
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20 years ago
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News Release: Privacy Commissioner of Canada awards $49,775 to the B.C Freedom of Information and Privacy Association for a study on identity theft - January 27, 2005
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20 years ago
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News Release: Privacy Commissioner Congratulates Government on Introduction of Do Not Call List Legislation - December 17, 2004
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20 years ago
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Media Advisory: December 13, 2004 to appear before a Parliamentary Committee to discuss her views on Bill C-11 - Privacy Commissioner of Canada
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20 years ago
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Media Advisory: December 8, 2004 to appear before a Parliamentary Committee to discuss her views on bills C-22 and C-23 - Privacy Commissioner of Canada
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20 years ago
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Media Advisory: November 30, 2004 - Appearance before a Parliamentary Committee to discuss 2004-2005 supplementary estimates
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20 years ago
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News Release: A Year of Progress and Rebuilding - Meeting the Growing Privacy Challenges Ahead - November 4, 2004
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20 years ago
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Media Advisory: March 17, 2004 - Appearance before before a Senate Committee to discuss Public Safety Act
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21 years ago
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News Release - January 26, 2004
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21 years ago
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Media Advisory: October 1, 2003 - Appearance before Committee to discuss OAG audit
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21 years ago
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News Release - Interim Privacy Commissioner responds to OAG and PSC audits - September 30, 2003
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21 years ago
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News Release: Interim Privacy Commissioner discusses Annual Report before Committee - September 22, 2003
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21 years ago
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Media Advisory: September 19, 2003 - Annual Report to Parliament 2002-2003
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21 years ago
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News Release - Interim Privacy Commissioner questions merit of a national ID card - September 18, 2003
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21 years ago
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News Release 's 2002-2003 Annual Report tabled by Parliament - September 17, 2003
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21 years ago
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Media Advisory: September 16, 2003 - National ID cards
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21 years ago
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Media Advisory: September 16, 2003 to table 2002-2003 Annual Report
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21 years ago
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Media Advisory: July 4, 2003
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21 years ago
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News Release - Letter to the Honourable David Coutts, Minister of Government Services, Government of Alberta - May 27, 2003
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21 years ago
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News Release - Letter to the Hon. Sandy Santori, Minister of Management Services, Government of B.C. - May 8, 2003
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22 years ago
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Letter to the Honourable Elinor Caplan, Minister of National Revenue - April 9, 2003
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22 years ago
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News Release - Letter to the Honourable Elinor Caplan, Minister of National Revenue - April 9, 2003
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22 years ago
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Media Advisory: March 13, 2003
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22 years ago
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Media Advisory: March 11, 2003
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22 years ago
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News Release - Letter to the Hon. Martin Cauchon, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada - March 7, 2003
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22 years ago
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News Release - Letter from Mr. John Reynolds, M.P., Official Opposition House Leader - February 3, 2003
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22 years ago
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News Release - 2001-2002 Annual Report - January 29, 2003
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22 years ago
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Media Advisory: January 17, 2003
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22 years ago
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Opinion by Marc Lalonde, P.C., O.C., Q.C.
Opinion by the Honourable Marc Lalonde, P.C., O.C., Q.C.... more
22 years ago
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News Release - Letter to the Honourable Elinor Caplan, Minister of National Revenue - January 9, 2003
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22 years ago
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News Release - Letter to the Honourable Elinor Caplan, Minister of National Revenue - December 18, 2002
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22 years ago
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News Release - Letter to the Honourable Martin Cauchon, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada - November 25, 2002
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22 years ago
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Opinion by retired Supreme Court Justice Hon. Gérard V. La Forest, C.C., Q.C.
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22 years ago
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News Release - Letter to the Honourable Elinor Caplan, Minister of National Revenue - November 22, 2002
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22 years ago
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Opinion by Mr. Roger Tassé, O.C., Q.C.
Opinion by Mr. Roger Tassé, O.C., Q.C.... more
22 years ago
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News Release - Letter to the Honourable Bill Graham, Minister of Foreign Affairs - November 5, 2002
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22 years ago
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News Release: Public Safety Act, Bill C-17 - November 1, 2002
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22 years ago
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News Release: Privacy Commissioner of Canada criticizes CCRA's plans for "Big Brother" database - September 26, 2002
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22 years ago
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Letter to the Honourable Elinor Caplan, Minister of Revenue - September 26, 2002
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22 years ago
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News Release - Speech at the London School of Economics - September 6, 2002
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22 years ago
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News Release - Privacy Commissioner Launches Charter Challenge - June 21, 2002
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22 years ago
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News Release - Letter to the Honourable David Collenette, Minister of Transport - June 18, 2002
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22 years ago
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Media Advisory: May 28, 2002
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22 years ago
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Letter from Ann Cavoukian, Information and Privacy Commissioner for Ontario
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22 years ago
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News Release - Letter to the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Solicitor General of Canada - May 17, 2002
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22 years ago
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Letter from Solicitor General Lawrence MacAulay
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22 years ago
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Letter from the Hon. David Collenette
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22 years ago
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News Release - Letter to the Honourable David Collenette, Minister of Transport, on the subject of Bill C-55 - May 15, 2002
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22 years ago
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News Release - Bill C-55 - May 7, 2002
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23 years ago
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News Release - Bill C-55 - May 1, 2002
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23 years ago
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Privacy Commissioner expresses support for government's new privacy policy
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23 years ago
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Media Advisory: April 23, 2002
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23 years ago
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News Release - April 17, 2002 - Letter to Andre Ouellet
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23 years ago
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News Release - Justice La Forest's opinion - April 10, 2002
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23 years ago
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Opinion by Justice La Forest
Opinion by Justice Gérard La Forest... more
23 years ago
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News Release - March 20, 2002 - Findings on Air Canada's Aeroplan Frequent Flyer Program
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23 years ago
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News Release - March 15, 2002 - Letter to the Hon. Lawrence MacAulay, Solicitor General of Canada
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23 years ago
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News Release - March 8, 2002 - Letter to Canada Post
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23 years ago
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Media Advisory: February 20, 2002
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23 years ago
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Media Advisory: February 11, 2002
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23 years ago
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News Release - February 7, 2002 - Watching You: Privacy Rights and Video Surveillance
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23 years ago
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News Release - February 6, 2002 - Speech, Kelowna Chamber of Commerce
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23 years ago
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Media Advisory: January 31, 2002
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23 years ago
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