Sanctions: Ordinance on measures against Syria
2024-12-10 00:00
The Federal Council has decided to extend the sanctions against Syria for one year, until February 17, 2026. The Ordinance on measures against Syria has been in force since 2011 and is based on the European Union’s sanctions regime.
The sanctions include a ban on arms exports, a ban on the import and export of oil, and a freeze on the assets of the Syrian regime. The sanctions are intended to put pressure on the Syrian regime to end the civil war and allow humanitarian aid to reach the population.
The Federal Council has also decided to align its sanctions with the latest EU sanctions, which were adopted on September 30, 2023. These sanctions include a ban on the import and export of certain chemicals, a ban on the sale of equipment that can be used for torture or repression, and a ban on the provision of services to the Syrian regime.
The Federal Council is convinced that the sanctions against Syria contribute to the protection of the civilian population and to the resolution of the conflict. The Federal Council will continue to monitor the situation in Syria closely and to review the sanctions regularly.
Additional information:
- The Federal Council’s decision is based on Article 184 of the Swiss Constitution, which gives the Federal Council the authority to take measures to protect Switzerland’s security and interests.
- The sanctions against Syria are in line with Switzerland’s obligations under international law, including the UN Charter and the Geneva Conventions.
- The sanctions are part of Switzerland’s commitment to promoting peace and security in the world.
Contact:
Federal Department of Foreign Affairs Information Service FDFA Press Office Tel. +41 58 462 31 53 Fax +41 58 464 90 52 E-mail: info@eda.admin.ch
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