The Government of New Zealand has announced an expansion of sanctions in response to the ongoing aggression of the Russian Federation against Ukraine. The country’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported that the new restrictions target individuals and entities that contribute to the military actions of Russia.
This is reported by Kyiv24
Sanctions Target Companies from Various Countries
The updated sanctions list includes eight legal entities and ten individuals. Among them are organizations from North Korea, Iran, and Belarus that support Russian military activities, as well as Russian companies involved in the development and production of drones and other weaponry.
It was specifically noted that two Belarusian enterprises were sanctioned: the Vitebsk-based OJSC “Legmash Plant” along with its director Vladislav Pavlenko, and the Minsk-based “KB Unmanned Helicopters” with its founder Vladimir Chudakov. According to the New Zealand government, these entities are involved in supporting Russia’s military operations.
Restrictions Against the Russian Shadow Fleet
Sanctions were also imposed on 27 vessels of the so-called shadow fleet of the Russian Federation, which are used to circumvent international restrictions and transport prohibited cargo.
In April, Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha thanked New Zealand for its decision to continue military assistance to Ukraine.