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Why are sanctions imposed?
In 2012, the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) imposed sanctions in relation to Guinea-Bissau in response to the military seizing power. Australia implements the UNSC sanctions concerning Guinea-Bissau by incorporating them into Australian law.
What is prohibited by the Guinea-Bissau sanctions framework?
The Guinea-Bissau sanctions framework imposes the following measure:
| Measure | UNSC | Autonomous |
|---|---|---|
| travel bans |
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The Guinea-Bissau sanctions framework imposes a travel ban on 10 senior members of the Guinea-Bissau military (listed in the Annex to UNSC Resolution 2048 (2012)). These listed individuals are prohibited from transiting through or entering Australia.
Relevant legislation
The relevant legislation for the Guinea-Bissau sanctions framework includes the following: