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How will NZ's law targeting sanctions against Russia work – and what are the risks?

  • Written by Alexander Gillespie, Professor of Law, University of Waikato
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With the cabinet meeting today agreeing to targeted Russian sanctions legislation, New Zealand is preparing to circumvent its normal United Nations-based response to international crises.

The Russia Sanctions Bill will allow additional sanctions against Russia, including the ability to:

  • freeze assets in NZ

  • prevent people and companies from...

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