UK, US Outline Humanitarian Authorizations in New Russia Sanctions Guidance
The U.S. and U.K. published a joint guidance this week to “provide additional clarity” on what types of humanitarian aid and transactions related to “food security” are authorized under their respective Russian sanctions programs. The U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control and the U.K. Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation said humanitarian groups, nongovernmental organizations, financial institutions and others involved in the agricultural or medical supply trade should use the seven-page document as a “guide when engaging in transactions that may be impacted by sanctions.”
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The two agencies said they are “committed to supporting activities that benefit the people of Ukraine” and others “facing food insecurity” due to Russia’s invasion. The guidance includes several frequently asked questions and answers along with a list of past humanitarian-related licenses and guidance issued by both countries.