Navigating Sanctions Compliance Challenges in the UK and BALTIC Region

The “Navigating Sanctions Compliance Challenges in the UK and Baltic Region” webinar will take a close look at how sanctions compliance requirements differ between these two regions. Since Brexit, the UK has been shaping its approach to sanctions enforcement, often aligning with US and EU policies but with unique regulatory nuances, particularly through the Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI). The Baltic countries, as EU members with specific security concerns, have developed frameworks that reflect regional priorities. This divergence means that businesses working in both regions need a tailored approach to meet each area’s compliance standards.

The enforcement priorities vary, with the UK often targeting global trade and finance, while the Baltic nations focus more on regional security and specific industries, such as energy and transport. The Baltic countries’ proximity to non-EU nations introduces added considerations, and enforcement tends to concentrate on sectors closely tied to national security and EU-wide policies. For organizations, this means compliance strategies must adapt not only to different regulatory structures but also to differing enforcement practices.

The webinar will also share practical strategies for managing these complexities, especially for businesses operating in multiple regions. For example, while the UK’s focus might be on high-level financial transactions, Baltic compliance often requires close monitoring of trade and customs activities. Participants will gain insights into using technology to streamline these varied compliance demands, helping them stay responsive to the different regulatory expectations in each area and prepare for any future changes in sanctions policies.

Speakers: 

Oonagh van den Berg | Event Host – AML Watcher | Founder of RAW Compliance

Chris Potts | Executive Director at Illumini 

Eimantas Vytuvis, CAMS | AML Compliance Specialist