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… Download for quick reference Snapshot: Iran sanctions framework [DOCX 146 KB] Snapshot: Iran sanctions framework [PDF 213 KB] On 28 September 2025, additional sanctions measures were reimposed by the UNSC pursuant to the ‘snapback’ mechanism in UNSC resolution 2231. Australia is …
… of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is undertaking public consultation on proposed amendments to the Autonomous Sanctions Regulations 2011 (Cth). Submissions close on Wednesday 22 October 2025 (11.59pm AEDT). The proposed amendments … Afghanistan and a ban on providing arms-related services to Afghanistan. Consultation Documents Exposure Draft Autonomous Sanctions Amendment (Afghanistan) Regulations 2025 [DOCX 74 KB] Exposure Draft Autonomous Sanctions Amendment (Afghanistan) Regulations 2025 [PDF 189 KB] Exposure Draft Explanatory Statement and Statement of …
… Following a referral from the Australian Sanctions Office, the Australian Federal Police has charged a western Sydney man for allegedly sending funds to designated entities in contravention of Australian sanctions laws. The offence carries a maximum penalty of ten years’ imprisonment, or a fine of up to $825,000, or three … of the contravening transaction. The man is expected to appear in court today. … Following a referral from the Australian Sanctions Office, the Australian Federal Police has charged a western Sydney man for allegedly sending funds to designated …
… Download for quick reference Sanctions: What you need to know [PDF 192 KB] On this page What are sanctions? Aims of sanctions Two types of sanctions regimes Australian sanction laws Types of sanctions measures Sanctions permits Sanctions …
… Download for quick reference Snapshot: Zimbabwe sanctions regime [PDF 198 KB] Australia imposes an autonomous sanctions regime in relation to Zimbabwe. The Australian Government imposed the autonomous sanctions regime in 2002. It targets persons and entities who or which engage in, or have engaged in, activities that …
… Download for quick reference Snapshot: Myanmar sanctions regime [PDF 194 KB] Australia imposes an autonomous sanctions regime in relation to Myanmar. This page summarises the current sanctions measures imposed by the autonomous sanctions regime in relation to Myanmar, which consist of: Restrictions on the …
… Download for quick reference Snapshot: Libya sanctions framework [DOCX 145 KB] Snapshot: Libya sanctions framework [PDF 242 KB] Why are sanctions imposed? In 2011, the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) imposed sanctions in relation to Libya in response to …
… Download for quick reference Snapshot: Iraq sanctions framework [DOCX 144 KB] Snapshot: Iraq sanctions framework [PDF 225 KB] Why are sanctions imposed? The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has imposed sanctions in relation to Iraq. The sanctions were …
… In accordance with item 6A of regulation 6 of the Autonomous Sanctions Regulations 2011 (the Regulations), the Minister for Foreign Affairs (the Minister) has designated for targeted financial sanctions and declared for travel bans (together 'listed'), by legislative instrument : 6A Russia A person or entity that … the application. Address to request further information, make a submission or apply to revoke a listing By email to: sanctions@dfat.gov.au . By post to: Director, Australian Sanctions Office Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade RG Casey …
… Download for quick reference Snapshot: Yemen sanctions regime [PDF 181 KB] Australia fully implements the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) sanctions regime in relation to Yemen. The UNSC adopted Resolution 2216 on 14 April 2015, which imposes an arms embargo in … indirect supply, sale or transfer of arms to, or for the benefit of the individuals and entities designated by the Yemen Sanctions Committee. This follows resolution 2140 (2014), which was adopted on 26 February 2014 imposing the sanctions …