In February 2026, the US government issued additional authorizations and clarifying guidance related to previously prohibited transactions in Venezuela. This follows an earlier authorization in January 2026 which licensed the...more
2/20/2026
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Economic Sanctions ,
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Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) ,
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U.S. Treasury ,
Venezuela
After weeks of anticipation, the Office of Foreign Assets Control is authorizing certain transactions involving Venezuelan-origin oil by “established US entities.” Likely not the broad sanctions relief the Venezuelan...more
As 2025 came to a close, shifts in US international trade and investment policy continue to shape planning, compliance, operations, and risk management for global businesses. ...more
While the recent apprehension of Nicolás Maduro signals a potential shift in US-Venezuela relations, foundational sanctions on Venezuela remain intact. Companies should continue to prioritize compliance, as the US Treasury...more
1/9/2026
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Foreign Policy ,
Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) ,
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U.S. Treasury ,
Venezuela
In a historic first, the US Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network recently published orders prohibiting transactions with covered Mexico-based financial institutions. On June 30, 2025, the US...more
Recent US government actions indicate a possible increase in US financial crimes investigations and enforcement targeting drug cartels and transnational criminal organizations in Latin America....more
President Donald Trump on February 21, 2025 issued a National Security Presidential Memorandum titled the America First Investment Policy to provide guidance to executive departments in their review and decision-making with...more
On January 2, 2025, the US Department of Defense added a number of entities to its list of “Chinese military companies" (CMC List). While being named to this list, by itself, does not prohibit US businesses from continuing to...more
1/23/2025
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China ,
Department of Defense (DOD) ,
Economic Sanctions ,
Export Controls ,
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National Security ,
NDAA ,
Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) ,
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Supply Chain