US Slaps Financial Sanctions on Sudanese Entities and Individual Over Obstruction of Peace and Stability
US Targets Individuals and Entities Undermining Sudan’s Democratic Transition
Washington - The United States Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has taken decisive action against two entities and one individual for their alleged role in obstructing peace, security, and stability in Sudan. Since the ousting of Omar al-Bashir in April 2019, various actors have sought to derail Sudan’s democratic transition.
Individual Designated: Ali Karti
The individual targeted is Ali Karti, a former Minister of Foreign Affairs under the al-Bashir regime who has been leading efforts to obstruct Sudan’s progress towards democracy and contributing to the current conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
Entities Designated: GSK Advance Company Ltd and Aviatrade LLC
Two entities also designated are:
- GSK Advance Company Ltd, an information technology and security company run by influential members of Sudanese security forces, which has been involved in procurement activities that support the RSF’s military operations.
- Aviatrade LLC, a Russia-based military supply company, which has also been involved in procurement activities supporting the RSF’s military operations.
US Statement on Sanctions
“The actions taken today hold accountable those who have undercut efforts to find a peaceful, democratic solution in Sudan,” said Under Secretary of the Treasury for Terrorism and Financial Intelligence Brian E. Nelson. “We will continue to target actors perpetuating this conflict for personal gain.”
Consequences of Designations
As a result of the designations:
- All property and interests in property of the individuals and entities named above must be blocked and reported to OFAC.
- The prohibitions also include making any contribution or provision of funds, goods, or services by, to, or for the benefit of any designated person.
Goal of Sanctions
The ultimate goal of sanctions is not to punish but to bring about a positive change in behavior. For information on seeking removal from an OFAC list, please refer to OFAC’s Frequently Asked Question 897.