On 29 July 2025, the UK Supreme Court issued a decision that will shape the future of sanctions law. In the joined appeals of Shvidler v Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs and Dalston Projects Ltd v
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European Commission Publishes New Guidance on Scope of Sanctions Prohibitions
On October 23, 2023, the European Commission (the “Commission”) updated its non-binding Frequently-Asked-Questions guidance relating to the EU’s Russia-related sanctions regime (the “FAQs”).[1] Specifically, the Commission provided guidance on the meaning of ‘acting on behalf or at the direction of’
UK Significantly Expands Sanctions Targeting Belarus
On June 8, 2023, The Republic of Belarus (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment) Regulations 2023 (“Regulations”) were laid before parliament. The Regulations significantly expand the UK’s package of sanctions targeting Belarus in response to the continued facilitation of Russia’s invasion of
Prohibited Party Screening and the Hidden Dangers in China Business Transactions
By Tom McVey & Ngosong Fonkem*
If your company is doing business with a Chinese company, it is essential to be aware of the risks associated with prohibited parties under U.S. export control and sanctions laws. The United States has
EU Criminalizes Violations of EU Sanctions, With a Focus on Russia
OFAC and FinCEN Settle with Bittrex in Parallel Virtual Currency Enforcements
Actions Highlight Risky Mix of Sanctions Law, Inadequate Transaction Monitoring and Dealing with Anonymity-Enhanced Cryptocurrencies
The Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) and the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”) announced on October 11 simultaneous settlements with Bittrex, Inc. (“Bittrex”), a
Aird & Berlis associate Dasha Peregoudova takes on new role
Director of Sanctions and Outcomes combines her legal acumen and background in professional sports
从实务应对角度，为中国企业全面解读美国涉疆法案最新执法措施
作者：景云峰 李慧斌 徐健峰 闫璐 樊佳欣
本文旨在从中国企业视角全面解读美国在所谓《维吾尔强迫劳动预防法案》（下称“涉疆法案”或“UFLPA”）下新近出台的《战略报告》、UFLPA实体清单以及《进口商指引》，并就该等执法措施从实务角度提出合规应对建议。
EU General Court lifts sanctions against daughter of Muammar Qaddafi
On April 21, 2021, the EU General Court rendered a judgement on an appeal against the retention of Aisha Qaddafi, the daughter of the late Colonel Muammar Qaddafi, on EU sanctions lists. The judgment confirms the case law according to