SANCTIONS

Sanctions

Five Nations Sanction Israeli Ministers, US Condemns Move

By Editors | 11/06/2025

UK, Canada, Norway, Australia and New Zealand sanctioned two Israeli ministers for inciting extremist violence and human rights abuses.

AML / KYC

Banks Need Both Tech and Talent to Combat TBML: Experts

By Manesh Samtani | 09/06/2025

While banks are innovating to tackle TBML, the complexity of trade means they must continue to rely on human experience […]

AML / KYC

US Sanctions Iran Shadow Banking Network, Including HK Front Companies

By Manesh Samtani | 08/06/2025

OFAC has sanctioned a network laundering billions for Iran, targeting 10 individuals and 27 entities based in Iran, China, Hong Kong, and the UAE.

Sanctions

US, EU Preparing Tougher Sanctions Against Russia

By Manesh Samtani | 04/06/2025

Proposed legislation sanctions could raise tariffs to 500% for countries like China and India that purchase oil from Russia.

Sanctions

US Authorities Probing Adani Group for Iran Sanctions Violations – Report

By Manesh Samtani | 04/06/2025

The Adani Group called the allegations “baseless and mischievous”. Meanwhile, US agencies have reportedly been instructed to pause sanctions activity targeting Iran.

ESG / Sustainability

RIAA Launches 3rd Investor Toolkit to Tackle Human Rights Risks

By Editors | 02/06/2025

RIAA released the latest edition of its toolkit to help investors address human rights risks and promote ethical value chains.

Sanctions

US Tightens Export Curbs to China, Targeting Chip Design Software

By Editors | 31/05/2025

The US is restricting sales of semiconductor design software to China, suspending existing export licences and imposing additional licence requirements.

AML / KYC

FATF Upgrades Indonesia’s Rating on Recommendation 7

By Editors | 31/05/2025

The 2nd Enhanced Follow-Up report for Indonesia acknowledges regulatory amendments concerning targeted financial sanctions related to proliferation.

Sanctions

Multilateral Sanctions Monitoring Team Issues First Report on DPRK

By Manesh Samtani | 29/05/2025

The report details the deepening military cooperation between North Korea and Russia and calls for UN sanctions against individuals, entities, and vessels involved in this activity.