The International Sanctions Space is evolving rapidly, shaped by complex geopolitical tensions, economic rivalries, and shifting alliances. From the far-reaching sanctions on Russia and Iran to targeted measures affecting entities in North Korea, Venezuela, and beyond, governments and multinational bodies are increasingly turning to sanctions as a primary tool of foreign policy. In this ever-changing landscape, financial institutions must remain agile, continuously updating their systems and understanding to stay compliant with emerging regimes across the U.S., EU, UK, UN, and other jurisdictions.
Sanctions screening is no longer just a checkbox exercise—it is a frontline defence in safeguarding financial systems against illicit activity, reputational risk, and hefty regulatory penalties. As enforcement becomes more aggressive and cross-border scrutiny intensifies, institutions that lack a robust sanctions compliance framework risk severe consequences.
Listen to our expert guest speakers as they discuss sanctions developments globally and the necessary controls that financial institutions need to be putting in place to ensure effective, risk-based screening in 2025 and beyond.
Webinar Learning Objectives
- Understand the Global Sanctions Landscape; Identify key trends and geopolitical developments shaping international sanctions regimes, including recent measures from the U.S., EU, UK, UN, and other jurisdictions.
- Recognise the Impact of Sanctions on Financial Institutions: Assess how evolving sanctions programs affect compliance obligations, operational risks, and the broader financial ecosystem.
- Enhance Screening and Detection Capabilities: Learn best practices for implementing and maintaining effective, risk-based sanctions screening programs that go beyond basic name matching.
- Strengthen Compliance Frameworks: Explore the essential components of a robust sanctions compliance framework to mitigate legal, reputational, and financial risks in an increasingly regulated environment.
- Prepare for 2025 and Beyond: Gain insights from expert practitioners on anticipated enforcement trends and future expectations for sanctions compliance in a dynamic global context.