Imposing Sanctions on Persons Destabilizing Sudan

May 5, 2023

Summary

Stops people who are harming Sudan's peace and path to democracy from using their money in the U.S. and from entering the country.

What problem does this solve?

Fighting and a military takeover in Sudan are creating a crisis and threaten the country's move to a democratic government. This order puts financial and travel pressure on those responsible for the conflict to encourage a peaceful, civilian-led government.

What does this order do?

Blocks property and money in the U.S.

Freezes all property and money in the United States belonging to foreign persons who are found to be threatening the peace, security, or stability of Sudan.

Suspends entry into the United States

Bans individuals who meet the criteria for sanctions from entering the U.S. as immigrants or nonimmigrants, as their entry is considered harmful to U.S. interests.

Targets those undermining democracy

Applies sanctions to anyone who obstructs or delays the formation of a civilian government or undermines democratic processes in Sudan.

Sanctions for human rights abuses

Allows for the blocking of property of anyone involved in serious human rights abuses, including violence against women and children, torture, or attacks on civilians.

Includes family members and supporters

Extends sanctions to the spouses, adult children, and anyone who provides financial, material, or technological support to the sanctioned individuals.

Coordinates support for a future civilian government

Directs U.S. agencies to work together to gather international help for a civilian government in Sudan once it is formed.

Who does this affect?

Foreign individuals and groups involved in the Sudan conflict
The people of Sudan
U.S. persons and companies with financial ties to Sudan

What is the real world impact?

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Pressures bad actors to change their behavior

Uses financial penalties and travel bans to discourage individuals and groups from continuing violence, undermining democracy, or committing human rights abuses in Sudan.

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Supports a democratic government

Aims to create a stable environment for a civilian-led government to form and succeed, which aligns with U.S. foreign policy goals for the region.

When does this start?

This executive order becomes effective on May 4, 2023.