Sanctions 2025 - Japan Trends and Developments

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1. Introduction
2. Legal and Institutional Framework
3. Japan's Unique Characteristics in Sanctions Policy
4. Enforcement Mechanisms
5. Case Studies: Russia, North Korea and Iran

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Authors： Takashi Koyama Tomomi Fukutomi
Magazine/Book：Sanctions 2025 Trends and Developments Global Practice Guides
Publisher：Chambers and Partners
Practice： Trade Regulations/Rule of Origin
Date of publication： February 13, 2026

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