Notice 21 Feb 2025 compliance, treasury, foreign policy, sanctions, russia, economic relations

🚫Notice of Sanctions on Harmful Foreign Activities by Russia

The Department of State is publishing the names of one or more persons that have been placed on the Department of Treasury's List of Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons (SDN List) administered by the Office of Foreign Asset Control (OFAC) based on the Department of State's determination, in consultation with other departments, as appropriate, that one or more applicable legal criteria of the Executive Order regarding blocking property with respect to specified harmful foreign activities of the Government of the Russian Federation were satisfied. All property and interests in property subject to U.S. jurisdiction of these persons are blocked, and U.S. persons are generally prohibited from engaging in transactions with them.

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Notice 21 Feb 2025 business compliance, treasury, foreign policy, sanctions, ofac, russian federation

🚫Department of State Sanctions Actions Against Russian Entities

The Department of State is publishing the names of one or more persons that have been placed on the Department of Treasury's List of Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons (SDN List) administered by the Office of Foreign Asset Control (OFAC) based on the Department of State's determination, in consultation with other departments, as appropriate, that one or more applicable legal criteria of the Executive Order regarding blocking property with respect to specified harmful foreign activities of the Government of the Russian Federation were satisfied. All property and interests in property subject to U.S. jurisdiction of these persons are blocked, and U.S. persons are generally prohibited from engaging in transactions with them.

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Notice 21 Feb 2025 compliance, treasury, foreign policy, business, sanctions, russia

🚫Notice of Department of State Sanctions Against Foreign Entities

The Department of State is publishing the names of one or more persons that have been placed on the Department of Treasury's List of Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons (SDN List) administered by the Office of Foreign Asset Control (OFAC) based on the Department of State's determination, in consultation with other departments, as appropriate, that one or more applicable legal criteria of the Executive Order regarding blocking property with respect to specified harmful foreign activities of the Government of the Russian Federation were satisfied. All property and interests in property subject to U.S. jurisdiction of these persons are blocked, and U.S. persons are generally prohibited from engaging in transactions with them.

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Notice 20 Feb 2025 regulatory compliance, national security, foreign policy, terrorism, u.s. economy

🚫Specially Designated Global Terrorist Designations and Their Impact

The Department of State has designated Tren de Aragua, Mara Salvatrucha, and several cartels as specially designated global terrorists under Executive Order 13224. This determination indicates their involvement in terrorism, posing risks to U.S. national security and the economy. The notice emphasizes that prior notification is not required for affected parties in the U.S., thus enabling immediate action against these entities.

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Presidential Document 18 Feb 2025 compliance, executive order, government regulations, foreign policy, public administration

🌍Executive Order 14211

Executive Order 14211 establishes policies for enforcing the President's foreign relations agenda, outlining the roles of the Secretary of State and personnel within diplomatic services. It mandates reforms in performance evaluation and administrative procedures, ensuring a workforce dedicated to effectively implementing foreign policy. This order sets a framework for oversight and personnel actions within U.S. foreign relations.

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Presidential Document 14 Feb 2025 compliance, business regulation, foreign policy, economic competitiveness, fcpa

✈️Executive Order on Pausing FCPA Enforcement for Economic Upturn

Executive Order 14209 aims to pause enforcement of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) to align U.S. foreign policy with economic competitiveness. It mandates a review of FCPA investigations and enforcement, emphasizing the need for discretion to facilitate American commerce abroad while safeguarding national security interests.

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Presidential Document 12 Feb 2025 executive order, foreign policy, refugee resettlement, south africa, aid cessation

🚫Executive Order 14204

Executive Order 14204 addresses human rights violations by South Africa, particularly its Expropriation Act permitting property seizure without compensation. The U.S. will cease aid to South Africa and support the resettlement of affected Afrikaners, citing national security concerns and international diplomatic tensions.

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Presidential Document 6 Feb 2025 united states, executive order, foreign policy, national emergency, burma

🇺🇸Continuation of National Emergency Regarding Burma in 2025

The President's notice confirms the ongoing national emergency declared in response to the February 2021 coup in Burma. It emphasizes the situation as a significant threat to U.S. national security and foreign policy, necessitating a one-year extension of the emergency measures initially enacted through Executive Order 14014. The notice will be published in the Federal Register and communicated to Congress.

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Presidential Document 31 Jan 2025 regulatory compliance, international trade, middle east, foreign policy, terrorism

⚓️Executive Order 14175 Designates Ansar Allah a Terrorist Organization

Executive Order 14175 initiates the process to designate Ansar Allah, also known as the Houthis, as a Foreign Terrorist Organization. The order outlines the U.S. government’s strategy to counter this group's threats to American personnel and global maritime trade, particularly in the Red Sea, and highlights the urgent need for collaborative regional efforts.

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Presidential Document 29 Jan 2025 compliance, national security, foreign policy, terrorism, economic impact, cartels

🚨Executive Order Targets Cartels as Foreign Terrorist Organizations

Executive Order 14157 establishes a process for designating international cartels and other organizations as Foreign Terrorist Organizations, recognizing their threat to U.S. national security and economy. The order mandates operational preparations to eliminate these entities’ influence and outlines a national emergency response to safeguard the safety and territorial integrity of the United States.

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