SANCTIONS

Sanctions

US Removes Sanctions on Myanmar Military-linked Individuals and Firms

By Editors | 25/07/2025

The US removed several defence sector and logistics entities from its sanctions list, a move rights groups call "extremely worrying".

Sanctions

UK Launches New Sanctions Regime Targeting People Smuggling

By Manesh Samtani | 25/07/2025

New powers include asset freezes and director disqualifications, targeting financiers, suppliers, and gangs from the Middle East to China.

Sanctions

UK’s OFSI Warns Crypto Firms Over Sanctions Failures

By Nithya Subramanian | 24/07/2025

A new report found that crypto firms are under-reporting breaches and remain vulnerable to illicit flows from designated entities in Russia, North Korea and Iran.

Sanctions

China Vows Retaliation Against EU Sanctions Against Banks

By Editors | 22/07/2025

China has condemned the EU’s decision to sanction two banks for the first time, threatening countermeasures and escalating tensions ahead of a key summit.

AML / KYC

1MDB Fugitive Jho Low Allegedly in Shanghai Using Forged Australian Passport

By Manesh Samtani | 21/07/2025

Investigative journalists claim the fugitive financier is living in a luxury mansion and working for entities linked to the Chinese government.

Enforcement

China Issues Judicial Directive to Bolster Defences Against Foreign Sanctions

By Mark Johnston | 21/07/2025

Top judicial bodies are directed to enhance their understanding of international law as part of a broader strategy to guard against foreign sanctions and long-arm jurisdiction.

Sanctions

EU Adopts 18th Sanctions Package Against Russia

By Manesh Samtani | 19/07/2025

The package targets Russia’s shadow fleet and energy revenues, as well as two Chinese banks and a Russian-owned refinery in India.

Sanctions

China Imposes Export Controls on Key Lithium Battery Technologies

By Editors | 17/07/2025

China added advanced cathode material and lithium extraction technologies to its restricted export list to safeguard its lead in the sector.

Sanctions

US Allows Nvidia to Resume Sales of H20 AI Chips to China

By Nithya Subramanian | 16/07/2025

After tighter export controls were announced in April, Nvidia has been "assured" by the US government that licences will be granted and it could start deliveries soon.