DFAT is undertaking a legislative review of the Autonomous Sanctions Regulations 2011, ahead of their sunsetting (automatic expiry) on 1 April 2024. The review, led by the Australian Sanctions Office (ASO), will be informed by responses to the ASO’s Issues Paper.
- Issues Paper – Review of Australia’s Autonomous Sanctions Framework [Word 400 KB]
- Issues Paper – Review of Australia’s Autonomous Sanctions Framework [PDF 600 KB]
The ASO invites submissions in response to the Issues Paper or any other matter relevant to the Terms of Reference for the Review
- Terms of Reference – Review of the legal framework for autonomous sanctions [Word 210 KB]
- Terms of Reference – Review of the legal framework for autonomous sanctions [PDF 250 KB]
Submissions may be lodged electronically or by post, however electronic lodgement is preferred.
The closing date for submissions is 31 January 2023.
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