International relations

The Minister for Foreign Affairs (the Minister) has by legislative instrument designated 45 vessels as sanctioned vessels for Russia (‘listed’) in accordance with regulation 8 of the Autonomous Sanctions Regulations 2011 (the Regulations).

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In accordance with regulation 6A(2) of the Autonomous Sanctions Regulations (the Regulations), the Minister for Foreign Affairs (the Minister) has designated two persons and two entities for targeted financial sanctions and declared these two persons for travel bans (together, 'listed') on the basis of their involvement in significant cyber incidents.

In accordance with regulation 5D of the Autonomous Sanctions Regulations 2011 (the Regulations), the Minister for Foreign Affairs (the Minister) has by legislative instrument suspended sanctioned commercial activity

Russian enterprises may adopt specific strategies when conducting business with Australian counterparts due to Australian-imposed sanctions. Australian businesses should remain informed of these considerations and thoroughly assess potential sanctions-related risks when engaging with Russian entities.

In accordance with item 6 of regulation 6 of the Autonomous Sanctions Regulations 2011 (the Regulations), the Minister for Foreign Affairs (the Minister) has designated a person and four entities for targeted financial sanctions and declared a person for travel bans (together, ‘listed’). 

In response to public feedback, the Australian Sanctions Office has implemented a series of enhancements to the Consolidated List.

The Australian Sanctions Office (ASO) has released 8 new advisory notes to assist the regulated community understand their sanctions risks.

Artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies have been recognised as having the potential to be exploited for financial fraud and deception. 

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