Treasury Freezes Assets of New Sanctioned Nationals List Additions
Published Date: 1/28/2025
Notice
Summary
On January 17, 2025, OFAC added one or more people to its Specially Designated Nationals list, meaning their property in the U.S. is frozen and Americans can’t do business with them. This move blocks their assets and stops any transactions involving U.S. persons, tightening the financial squeeze. If you’re dealing with international money or business, watch out for these new restrictions!
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Assets Frozen, U.S. Transactions Blocked
On January 17, 2025, OFAC added one or more persons to its Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) List. All property and interests in property of those persons that are subject to U.S. jurisdiction are blocked, and U.S. persons are generally prohibited from engaging in transactions with them.
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