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The Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 944-р dated October 4, 2024 concerns proposals for the application of personal special economic and other restrictive measures (sanctions) against certain individuals and legal entities.
Key Provisions of the Resolution:
1. Proposals for the Application of Sanctions
The first point states that due to the presence of real and potential threats to national interests, national security, and the sovereignty of Ukraine, the Cabinet of Ministers has decided:
- To approve and submit for consideration by the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine (NSDC) proposals for the application of personal special economic and other restrictive measures (sanctions).
- Sanctions are proposed to be applied for a period of three years.
- Sanctions are directed against certain individuals and legal entities, the list of which is contained in Appendices 1 and 2 to the resolution.
- Appendices 1 and 2 are marked “for official use only” and are attached only to the original document.
- The decision is made in accordance with the first part of Article 5 of the Law of Ukraine “On Sanctions”.
2. Implementation and Monitoring of the NSDC Decision
The second point obliges a number of state authorities:
- Ministry of Internal Affairs
- Ministry of Economy
- Ministry of Justice
- State Property Fund
- State Tax Service
- State Customs Service
- Administration of the State Border Guard Service
With the participation of the Security Service of Ukraine, the National Bank, and other state authorities in accordance with their competence, they are obliged to:
- Ensure the implementation of the NSDC decision on the application of sanctions.
- Monitor the status of the execution of this decision.
- Assess the effectiveness of the sanctions applied.
3. Informing International Partners
The third point assigns the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to:
- After the NSDC decision on the application of sanctions comes into effect, inform the competent authorities of:
- The European Union
- The United States of America
- Other states
- The purpose of this notification is to facilitate the consideration of the issue of introducing similar restrictive measures (sanctions) by these states.
Key Aspects of the Resolution:
- Reason for Adoption: Real and potential threats to national interests, security, and sovereignty of Ukraine.
- Legal Basis: First part of Article 5 of the Law of Ukraine “On Sanctions”.
- Duration of Sanctions: Three years.
- Objects of Sanctions: Individuals and legal entities, the lists of which are confidential.
- International Aspect: Intention to engage international partners to impose similar sanctions against the specified persons.
Conclusion
The resolution is aimed at protecting the national interests of Ukraine by imposing sanctions against individuals who pose a threat to the state. It involves the engagement of a wide range of state authorities for effective implementation and monitoring of the sanctions, as well as coordination with international partners to enhance the impact of the restrictive measures.
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