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UK Slaps Financial Sanctions on Central African Republic, Imposes Embargoes

In an effort to curb instability and unrest in the Central African Republic (CAR), the UK government has taken decisive action by slapping financial sanctions on several individuals and entities, while also imposing embargoes.

Background

According to recent updates from HM Treasury, the British government’s treasury department responsible for implementing economic sanctions, various measures have been taken against CAR since March 2014. The latest update was published on June 13, 2024.

Recent Developments

Among the most recent developments is the addition of a new HM Treasury notice dated July 28, 2023, which imposed further financial sanctions and embargoes on individuals and entities deemed to be undermining peace and stability in CAR. This move follows previous updates made on February 23, 2024, and June 13, 2024.

Objectives

The UK’s measures aim to restrict the flow of funds to those responsible for:

  • Violence
  • Human rights abuses
  • Other forms of instability in CAR

The sanctions also target entities linked to these individuals or involved in illegal activities.

Embargoes

In addition to financial sanctions, the UK has imposed embargoes on certain goods and services deemed essential to the conflict in CAR. This includes:

  • Arms and ammunition
  • Luxury items that could be used to fund illegal activities

International Efforts

The UK’s actions are part of a broader international effort to stabilize CAR, which has been plagued by violence and instability since 2013. The EU and other major powers have also imposed sanctions on individuals and entities linked to the conflict in CAR.

Future Directions

As the situation continues to unfold, it remains unclear when these measures will be lifted or modified. However, for now, the UK’s financial sanctions and embargoes serve as a clear warning to those involved in undermining peace and stability in Central African Republic.

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