Articles tagged with Sanctions
New Zealand Imposes Sanctions on Russian Oil Trade
1 month ago | 182 viewsForeign Minister Winston Peters announced new sanctions targeting Russia's oil trade during a meeting with Nordic 5 Foreign Ministers in Stockholm. New Zealand has sanctioned 65 shadow fleet vessels involved in shipping Russian oil, as well as actors from Belarus, Iran, and North Korea involved in the oil supply chain. These actions support international efforts to bring Russia to the negotiating table and mark New Zealand's 33rd round of Russia sanctions since the Russia Sanctions Act came into force in March 2022.
Tags: Winston Peters Russia sanctions New Zealand Ukraine Belarus Iran North Korea Vladimir Putin Ministry of Foreign AffairsNew Zealand Reimposes Sanctions on Iran for Nuclear Non-compliance
2 months ago | 243 viewsNew Zealand is reimposing UN-mandated sanctions on Iran due to concerns over Iran's nuclear non-compliance and uranium enrichment. The sanctions, effective from 18 October, include asset freezes, travel bans, and import/export restrictions on nuclear and military goods. New Zealand is also implementing a compulsory registration scheme for businesses intending to trade with Iran to ensure vigilance in dealings.
Tags: New Zealand Iran Foreign Minister Winston Peters sanctions nuclear uranium enrichment International Atomic Energy Agency United Nations Joint Comprehensive Plan of ActionNew Zealand Tightens Grip on Russian Crude Oil and Enforces Sanctions
3 months ago | 372 viewsNew Zealand has joined Canada, the EU, and the UK in lowering the price cap on Russian crude oil to USD $47.60 per barrel to cut off funding for Putin's war in Ukraine. Additionally, New Zealand has sanctioned Russian actors involved in cyber-attacks, including military intelligence Unit 29155, for using malware against Ukrainian government networks. These sanctions mark New Zealand's 32nd round, targeting individuals, entities, vessels, and shadow fleet vessels involved in chemical weapons, disinformation, and illicit activities in North Korea and Iran.
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5 months ago | 857 viewsNew Zealand's Foreign Minister Winston Peters condemns Russian Government's malicious cyber activities, supporting UK's stance on the matter. The GRU, Russia's military intelligence agency, has been involved in cyber attacks to support its aggressive actions, prompting international sanctions. New Zealand aligns with the UK in imposing sanctions on entities responsible for Russia's illegal actions, including cyberwarfare units like Sandworm and Fancy Bear.
Tags: New Zealand Russian Government Winston Peters UK David Lammy GRU Ukraine Russia Sanctions Act Novichok poisonings SalisburyNew Zealand Government Strengthens AML/CFT Regime to Combat Financial Crime
5 months ago | 868 viewsAssociate Justice Minister Nicole McKee today announced further steps in the Government’s overhaul of the AML/CFT regime, strengthening efforts to combat serious financial crime. “This Government is serious about targeting criminals, not tying up legitimate businesses in unnecessary red tape,” Mrs McKee says. “Cabinet has agreed to introduce a bill to strengthen enforcement powers for Police and regulators to crack down on those involved in money laundering.
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