Russia
US Takes Sweeping Action against Russian Banking System
Seeking to further eliminate options for Russia’s use of the international financial system, the US Treasury’s Office of
Pakistan Looks to Deepen Trade & Energy Ties with Russia
Seeking to capitalize on recent meetings with high level officials of Russia and following a July 2024 session of the
Celestial Aviation Services Ltd. v. UniCredit Bank GmbH, London Branch [2024]
English Court of Appeal (Civil Division) reversed trial judgments in favour of standby beneficiaries.

2024 Singapore Annual LC Survey • Executive Summary
This Executive Summary provides an overview of topics discussed and debated by leading professionals at the conference.
US Attorney Informed of Pending Motion Regarding International Sanctions
Upon request of its customer, Lummus Technology Heat Transfer B.V., Credit Agricole Corporate & Investment Bank issued a letter
EU Adopts New Round of Sanctions Directed at Russia
On 24 June 2024, the European Union adopted its 14th round of sanctions (EU Regulation 2024/1745), amending EU Regulation
Singapore Cracks Down: CEO Denied Visa Amid Sanctions Violations
Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower denied a work visa to Philip Adkins, CEO of Red Box Energy Services, in June
English Court Reverses Celestial; UniCredit Right to Refuse Payment
In a high profile case involving standby letters of credit issued in connection with aircraft leases to Russian airlines and
Court Rules Ukraine, Not England, Right Venue for Aircraft Disputes
England and Wales’ High Court of Justice has determined that legal proceedings between aircraft leasing companies and insurers over aircraft

Vessel Due Diligence: The Need to Treat Vessel Screening as a Key Internal Control
FIs have many risks complying with OFAC maritime sanctions, including the "dark fleet". Read about the economic and environmental risks.

Vessel Due Diligence: The Major Sanctions Risks FIs Face
FIs have many risks complying with OFAC maritime sanctions, including the "dark fleet". Read about the economic and environmental risks.