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US Says Hong Kong Risks Becoming Haven for Sanctioned Russians

By Editors | 11/10/2022

The warning came days after Hong Kong indicated it would not pursue action against a superyacht owned by a sanctioned Russian oligarch that docked in the city.

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LME Considers Banning Russian Metals from Warehouses

By Editors | 08/10/2022

Even without direct sanctions, a significant number of metals consumers are expressing an unwillingness to accept Russian metal in 2023, LME says.

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European Council Adopts Eighth Russia Sanctions Package

By Editors | 06/10/2022

The package completely bans the provision of crypto wallets, accounts, or custody services to Russian nationals and entities, among other measures.

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Australian Regulators Propose Measures to Address De-Banking

By Editors | 04/10/2022

A CFR policy paper provides four recommendations to address de‑banking of fintechs, crypto exchanges and remittance firms.

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The Sentry Calls for Action to Stop Kleptocracy Enablers

By Editors | 04/10/2022

New report offers recommendations to target bankers, lawyers, and accountants who provide advice and support to violent kleptocracies and corrupt networks.

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US, UK, Canada, Australia Announce More Russia Sanctions

By Manesh Samtani | 03/10/2022

The sanctions are a response to Putin’s attempt to annex four regions of Ukraine, after holding referendums that have been denounced as illegal and coercive.

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US Sanctions Asia Firms for Facilitating Iranian Oil Sales

By Editors | 01/10/2022

The US designated companies based in China, the UAE, Hong Kong and India. Separately, Canada plans to sanction Iran’s “morality police”.

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Turkish Banks to Stop Using Russia’s Mir Payment System

By Editors | 30/09/2022

Three Turkish state banks will stop using the Mir system in response to guidance issued by OFAC earlier this month. Two others stopped last week.

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G7 Nations Imposing New Russia Sanctions Over “Sham” Referendums

By Manesh Samtani | 30/09/2022

The EU package includes an oil price cap and a complete ban on providing crypto services to Russians. UK targets include Gazprombank, Sberbank and Sovcombank board members.