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New U.S. Measures Targeting Russia
May.11.2022
As part of its continuing response to Russia’s ongoing hostilities in Ukraine, the United States recently imposed additional sanctions and export ...
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Russian Exposure: Guidance for Tech Companies
by Mark Beeley, Harry Clark, , Christopher Grew, Chanani Sandler, Guy Stevenson, Benjamin Stafford and Evgeniya Shakina | May.10.2022
Orrick’s guide deals with some of the key questions tech companies need to know about Russian exposure and the imposition of sanctions.
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Update – International Sanctions: New Measures Against Russia by the U.S.A. and the European Union
by Alessandro De Nicola, Marco Dell'Antonia, Riccardo Caselle and Elena Carrara | April.15.2022
An update is provided (in Italian only) on the sanctions recently adopted, which are in addition to those already analyzed in previous newsletters.
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New Sanctions Targeting Russia
April.08.2022
The U.S., the EU and the UK recently imposed new Russia-related sanctions in response to Russia’s continued hostilities in Ukraine.
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The European Commission Facilitates Access to Financial Support From EU Member States For Companies Hit Hard by the War in Ukraine
by Marie-Laure Combet | April.04.2022
In response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the EC has issued a framework to give EU Member States flexibility to intervene in support of companies ...
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Employers to the Rescue? Potential Compliance Risks When Helping Male Employees Leave Ukraine
by Laura L. Becking, Matthew Moses and Kristina Arianina | March.31.2022
Companies seeking to help their Ukrainian employees safely exit Ukraine should be aware of potential risks related to the Foreign Corrupt Practices ...
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International Sanctions' Impact on Business After Russia's Military Actions in Ukraine
March.28.2022
New restrictions, the possible risks and practical considerations for companies seeking to comply with the rapidly changing requirements.
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The European Antitrust Enforcers’ Response to the Russia/Ukraine Crisis
by Marie-Laure Combet | March.24.2022
After the various measures taken by countries, international organizations and companies to pressure Russia to stop its aggression against Ukraine, ...
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Civil Forfeiture May Be Tool in Government Arsenal in Russia Sanctions
by Franklin Monsour Jr. and Kristina Arianina | March.21.2022
Franklin Monsour and Kristina Arianina Bloomberg article analyzes how the government may rely on forfeiture to seize oligarch assets.
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UPDATE: Russian Central Bank Clarification Provides Limited Exception to Decree No. 81
by Laura L. Becking, Chanani Sandler, Konstantin Kasyan and Dina Dalessandro | March.21.2022
On March 18, 2022, the Russian Central Bank clarified restrictions imposed under Decree No. 81.
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New Russia-Related Export, Import, and Investment Restrictions
March.16.2022
We describe the latest export, import, and investment bans and restrictions implemented by the United States, the European Union, and the United ...
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FinCEN Calls for Vigilance Against Anticipated Sanction Evasion Attempts
by Matthew Moses and Kristina Arianina | March.16.2022
The latest FinCEN alert highlights seven red flags that may be indicative of sanctions evasion activities by Russian and Belarusian actors.