Posts tagged sanctions
Energy Sanctions Against Russia: Past Impacts and Future Outcomes

Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the U.S. and EU have imposed sanctions on Russia, targeting its energy exports. Despite these efforts, Russia has found ways to circumvent sanctions, raising questions about the effectiveness of such measures. Check out our latest insights on past impacts of energy sanctions on the U.S. and the EU, and potential future outcomes of these sanctions.

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Plurus Foreign Policy Preview: United States Sanctions Outlook

In the coming weeks, the Biden Administration is expected to complete a “top to bottom” review of U.S. economic and financial sanctions under the leadership of Deputy Treasury Secretary Wally Adeyemo. As this review takes place, here is our round-up of some of the U.S. sanctions targets capturing Congress and the Biden Administration’s attention as we enter the August recess.

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2020 Outlook: Policymaking in an Election Year

Common knowledge may lead us to believe any hope of advancing policy in an election year is futile. Combine that trend with a divided Congress, a partisan atmosphere, and the imminent impeachment trial, and it’s easy to suggest 2020 will be a year for politics rather than policy. However, with a list of looming deadlines and the need to demonstrate the ability to not only investigate but also legislate, Congress is likely to have an active 12 months ahead.

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