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Financial Sanctions Notice: Guinea-Bissau

Date: February 18, 2021

The UK Government has updated its sanctions list regarding the Republic of Guinea-Bissau, imposing financial penalties on individuals and entities deemed to be threatening the country’s peace, security, or stability.

Designated Individual

According to the updated regulations, the following individual is now subject to an asset freeze:

• Mamadu TURE (Group ID: 12665)

Requirements for Individuals and Institutions

Individuals and institutions are required to:

• Check if they hold any accounts or funds for designated persons
• Freeze these assets
• Refrain from dealing with frozen funds or making them available unless licensed by the Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation

Compliance and Enforcement

Failure to comply with financial sanctions legislation is a criminal offense. The UK Government advises that further information on financial sanctions can be found on its website, including guidance on the implementation of sanctions and details on the UN measures in respect of Guinea-Bissau.

Enquiries

Enquiries regarding financial sanctions should be addressed to:

• The Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation at HM Treasury
• The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Press Office