How to ensure you don’t breach Australian sanctions laws
It is a serious crime to breach a sanctions measure. It is therefore critical to know how to identify suspicious activity that may contravene sanctions laws.
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What is considered in the ‘national interest’ when assessing a request for a sanctions permit?
Australians must comply with sanctions laws, however a permit may be granted if the activity meets specific criteria, such as being in the “national interest”.
DetailsBreaching sanctions: What are the criminal law offences?
Australian has serious criminal penalties for breaching sanction laws. Explore the offences and penalties for individuals and companies.
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Information gathering powers relating to international sanctions
The Autonomous Sanctions Act 2011 provides “designated CEOs” with broad information gathering powers. Explore the key considerations.
DetailsAUSTRAC joins the Russia-Related Illicit Finance and Sanctions FIU Working Group
To support a coordinated international approach, AUSTRAC has joined the Russia-Related Illicit Finance and Sanctions (RRIFS) FIU Working Group.
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The Russian Elites, Proxies, and Oligarchs Task Force
In response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the U.S. Department of Justice has announced the launch of the Russian Elites, Proxies, and Oligarchs Task Force.
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Australia announces first Magnitsky-style sanctions
Australia has announced the first set of Magnitsky-style sanctions, targeting Russian individuals responsible for corruption.
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Legal implications for “finfluencers”
Social media influencers who discuss financial products and services online (“finfluencers”) need to ensure they comply with financial services laws.
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INTERPOL launches a dedicated Financial Crime and Anti-Corruption Centre
INTERPOL has launched a Financial Crime and Anti-Corruption Centre which will focus on complex money laundering schemes and transnational financial crime.
DetailsHow to identify and report ATO impersonation scams
Explore tips provided by the ATO on how to recognise phone, email and SMS scams and what steps to take to report a scam.
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