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We are grateful to our local correspondents Globalpandi in Venezuela who have provided an update on the current situation in Venezuela which is available here.
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News 26 Mar, 2026West strengthens UAE office with senior support from London
West P&I is pleased to announce an expansion of responsibilities for Enam Hussain, Head of Middle East Operations & Offshore, who will now also lead as Head of Claims within the Club's UAE office. This move strengthens Wests regional presence and reinforces our commitment to Members and clients across the Middle East and Indian subcontinent.
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News 19 Mar, 2026China - Changes to calculation of pollution fines from 15 August 2026
On 12 March 2026, the National People’s Congress formally adopted the Ecological and Environmental Protection Code (the “Code”), marking a significant milestone in the continued development and consolidation of environmental legislation. The Code is scheduled to come into effect on 15 August 2026.
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News 17 Mar, 2026Astaara Update to interested parties on ongoing US-Israeli War (“Operation Epic Fury”) with Iran
The purpose of this memorandum is to share information with our shipowners and brokers on known developments within the Persian Gulf from an operational/cyber and insurance perspective. Sources of the content are MTO and associated agencies.
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Sanctions news
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News 23 Feb, 2026Amended [02/04]: Venezuelan sanctions - OFAC issues various new General Licenses
Following the seizure of Nicolas Maduro by the United States in January 2026, the US Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has issued a series of new General Licenses ("GLs") and accompanying FAQs that are significantly reshaping the Venezuela sanctions landscape.
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News 19 Feb, 2026Russian sanctions - due diligence requirements when carrying petroleum products to the EU
Following the entry into force of Article 3ma of Council Regulation (EU) No. 833/2014 on 21 January 2026, shipowners and operators face compliance obligations when carrying certain petroleum products into the EU.
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Tony PaulsonHead of Asia & Corporate Director
