New Zealand Proposes 'Anti-Russia Sanctions' Including Ban on Luxury Yachts Entering Territorial Waters

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New Zealand has decided to push forward with legislation imposing sanctions against Russia in relation to its invasion of Ukraine, major foreign media reported on the 7th.

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced the bill would include provisions to freeze Russian assets within New Zealand, prevent the movement of assets within New Zealand to evade sanctions imposed by other countries, and ban the entry of luxury yachts, ships, and aircraft into New Zealand territory. If passed, this bill would mark the first time New Zealand individually sanctions another country.

Until now, New Zealand has participated in sanctions through the United Nations Security Council when necessary. However, since Russia, a permanent member of the Security Council, holds veto power, Security Council-level sanctions against Russia are impossible. Prime Minister Ardern said the bill is necessary due to these limitations, stating, "If the Security Council had been able to function more effectively, we would not have faced this issue."

New Zealand has also decided to ban the entry of 100 individuals related to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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