The new export restrictions and a new diamond import ban will take effect from 17 April and 10 May, respectively.
April 8, 2024The two Russian nationals falsely claimed the parts were intended for countries other than Russia. US authorities stopped multiple shipments.
April 6, 2024The vessels, operated by UAE-based Oceanlink Maritime DMCC, are "deeply involved in the shipment of Iranian commodities".
April 5, 2024VTB, the only Russian bank with a fully-fledged branch in China, is dealing with high demand from companies seeking to open accounts to do business with Russia.
April 5, 2024Kyrgyzstan's national payments operator, and banks in Kazakhstan and Tajikistan, have stopped accepting Mir cards due to sanctions concerns.
April 4, 2024One bill would prevent index funds from investing in Chinese companies. Another would require listed companies to disclose their "China risks".
April 4, 2024The new unit is being established with UK support to help ensure the effective implementation and enforcement of sanctions.
April 4, 2024One China-based smuggler used a Hong Kong distributor, shipments via Central Asia, and Tether for payments to fulfill Russian orders for drone parts.
April 3, 2024The Russian veto will force the panel of experts to disband at the end of April, though the UNSC sanctions against North Korea will remain in place.
April 1, 2024Russia has steadily tightened its exit requirements as sanctions pressure has ramped up. It now demands discounts of at least 50% on foreign asset sales.
March 29, 2024