What sanctions has Australia applied to Zimbabwe?

Australia imposed autonomous sanctions in relation to Zimbabwe in 2002, reflecting concerns about political violence and human rights violations. The sanctions were adjusted in 2012 and 2013 in response to some progress.

Are there sanctions against Zimbabwe?

Since 2003, the U.S. Department of the Treasury has imposed targeted financial sanctions against individuals and entities in connection with undermining democracy, human rights abuses, or public corruption.

Which countries are sanctioned by Australia?

Australia has currently implemented comprehensive sanctions from the UNSC on countries including: Central African Republic; Democratic Republic of the Congo; Guinea-Bissau; Iraq; Lebanon; Mali; Somalia; South Sudan; Sudan; and Yemen.

Which country sanctioned Zimbabwe?

Zimbabwe is currently subject to UK financial sanctions.

Is Australia putting sanctions on Russia?

The Australian Government has placed sanctions on a further 22 Russian propagandists and disinformation operatives, and on the Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko and members of his family.

When did Zimbabwe sanctions start?

In 2002 and 2003, the United States imposed targeted measures on the Government of Zimbabwe, including financial and visa sanctions against selected individuals, a ban on transfers of defence items and services, and a suspension of non-humanitarian government-to-government assistance.

Are there any sanctions on Australia?

Penalties include up to ten years in prison and substantial fines. Australian sanction laws apply broadly, including to activities in Australia, and to activities by Australian citizens and Australian-registered bodies corporate overseas.

Does Australia have any sanctions against it?

Australian sanction laws implement United Nations Security Council (UNSC) sanctions regimes and Australian autonomous sanctions regimes. Contravening an Australian sanction law may be a serious criminal offence. Penalties include up to ten years in prison and substantial fines.

Can the UK trade with Zimbabwe?

Zimbabwe is a gateway through the North-South Corridor to Southern African logistics, roads, rail, power and telecoms. Zimbabwe’s strategic location can help UK firms successfully expand exports into the rest of Southern Africa.

What is the Zimbabwe sanctions program?

The Zimbabwe Sanctions program represents the implementation of multiple legal authorities. Some of these authorities are in the form of an executive order issued by the President. Other authorities are public laws (statutes) passed by The Congress.

What is the Australian sanctions regime and how does it work?

The Australian Sanctions Regime, like all sanctions regimes, seeks to address situations of international concern by imposing measures including: travel bans on certain persons. What is the legal basis of these restrictions?

What happens if a company breaches sanctions in Australia?

Companies may also be exposed to potential enforcement action by Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre ( AUSTRAC ), where a sanctions breach could, in some cases, also amount to a violation of Australia’s anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing laws.

Does this signal a change in Australia’s approach to sanctions supervision?

This may signal a change to the Australian Government’s approach towards the supervision of economic and trade sanctions, as well as a possible step up in enforcement in this area.