OFAC Adds One Entity to the Frozen Assets Club
Published Date: 1/29/2025
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Summary
The U.S. Treasury’s OFAC just added one new entity to its blacklist, meaning all their U.S.-based assets are frozen and Americans can’t do business with them. This action took effect on January 17, 2025, so watch out for any dealings involving this entity. It’s a clear signal that the U.S. is tightening the financial noose on bad actors.
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One Entity Added to SDN List
On January 17, 2025, the Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) added one entity to its Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons (SDN) List. All property and interests in property subject to U.S. jurisdiction of that entity are blocked, and U.S. persons are generally prohibited from engaging in transactions with the entity.
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