Sanctions Update & White Collar Crime Enforcement
Zurich, September 4, 2025 – The JCC Legal & Tax Chapter hosted a timely webinar on Sanctions Update & White Collar Crime Enforcement, bringing together legal experts and compliance professionals to address the latest developments in sanctions regimes and U.S. enforcement priorities.
The discussion came at a critical moment, as Switzerland and the EU introduced new sanctions measures in response to Russia’s ongoing actions, underscoring the importance of regulatory alignment. At the same time, participants examined significant shifts in the U.S., where authorities are reshaping enforcement priorities, redefining agency missions, and adjusting resource allocation—changes with direct consequences for international businesses, including Swiss firms with U.S. ties.
Highlights of the webinar included:
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EU and Swiss sanctions: Continued coordination and escalation in oversight.
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U.S. sanctions priorities: Russia remains central, but risks related to Iran and China are gaining prominence.
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White collar crime enforcement: Bribery, tariff evasion, and money laundering remain focus areas, even as questions arise over the future of the FCPA.
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Regulatory engagement: Practical guidance on how businesses should interact with U.S. authorities in a rapidly evolving enforcement environment.
Speakers:
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Laurence Ponty – Head, JCC Legal & Tax Chapter; JCC Board Member; Partner, Archipel Law
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Claiborne (Clay) W. Porter – Co-founder, Arktouros pllc
The session emphasized that although compliance challenges are intensifying, businesses can successfully manage risk and navigate uncertainty with informed strategies.