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1533 (Democratic Republic of the Congo)

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1533 (Democratic Republic of the Congo) is a sanctions program maintained by Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) targeting Congo (DRC). It imposes asset freeze, travel ban, arms embargo and trade restrictions.

Last updated 3 Aug 2026

Overview

UN sanctions regime targeting the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Total designated: 61 (50 individuals, 11 entities).

Targeted country

Legal bases

  • Charter of the United Nations (Sanctions—Democratic Republic of the Congo) Regulations 2008

Official resources

Charter of the United Nations (Sanctions—Democratic Republic of the Congo) Regulations 2008
Listed on: 30 Nov. 2012 (amended on 13 Oct. 2016)
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