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EU Imposes Financial Sanctions on Maldives Human Rights Abusers

The European Union has taken a significant step towards promoting human rights by imposing financial sanctions on individuals and entities responsible for serious human rights violations in the Maldives. This move comes after the Council of the European Union adopted Regulation (EU) 2018/1001, which freezes the funds and economic resources of those deemed culpable.

Key Details of the Regulation

• The regulation was put into effect on July 16.
• It targets persons, entities, and bodies associated with human rights abuses in the Maldives.
• No individuals or entities have been included in Annex I of the regulation at this time.

What Does This Mean for You?

No further action is required at this time. However, institutions and individuals are reminded that they must adhere to the new regulations. For more information on the regulation and its implications, please see below.

Obtaining Additional Guidance

Copies of Regulation (EU) 2018/1001 can be obtained from the Official Journal of the European Union website. The UK government has also made available a guide to financial sanctions on its website, which provides more information and FAQs.

Useful Resources

• Official Journal of the European Union
• UK Government Guide to Financial Sanctions

Reporting Breaches or Applying for Licenses

Reports of breaches and licence applications can be sent to OFSI at HM Treasury. For media inquiries about how financial sanctions are implemented in the UK, please contact the Treasury Press Office. For inquiries about the sanctions measures themselves, please contact the Foreign and Commonwealth Office Press Office.

Contact Information

• OFSI at HM Treasury
• Treasury Press Office
• Foreign and Commonwealth Office Press Office