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Restrictive Measures of the EU: Insights from Étienne Épron on OMERTA Media
Étienne Épron was invited by Régis Le Sommier to speak as part of the Grands Entretiens series hosted by OMERTA Media. This discussion provided an opportunity to shed light on the European Union’s restrictive measures and how they operate. 🎥 Watch the interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KddA206fOWw
Étienne Épron on the France 24 Morning Show
Étienne Épron, Managing Partner of EQA Avocats, will appear on the morning show of France 24 Morning Show, hosted by Philomé Robert, this Sunday, February 1, 2026, at 09:00 AM (Paris time). This appearance will provide an opportunity to shed light on the mechanism of U.S. and European sanctions and their impact on the rule… Continue reading Étienne Épron on the France 24 Morning Show
“Judicial storm warning”: what the Central Bank can invoke against the confiscation of reserves in the EU
The EU is preparing to de facto confiscate Russian reserves. Before which courts and how can Russia challenge this confiscation? Alexandre Genko-Starosselsky, partner at EQA Avocats and member of the Paris Bar, sets out the situation in an article for RBC. Within a week, European Union leaders may approve the European Commission’s proposals to “pledge… Continue reading “Judicial storm warning”: what the Central Bank can invoke against the confiscation of reserves in the EU
Harmonisation and Clarification of the EU Sanctions Regime: Insertion of the Concepts of “Ownership” and “Control”
For actions compromising or threatening the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Ukraine, the natural or legal persons designated in Annex I of that Regulation are subject to a freeze of all funds and economic resources belonging to them. It is likewise prohibited to make funds or economic resources available to those persons, directly or… Continue reading Harmonisation and Clarification of the EU Sanctions Regime: Insertion of the Concepts of “Ownership” and “Control”
Political communication on tax matters offers its first lesson plainly: whatever is designed to last must first be sold as temporary.
Nearly fifteen years ago, the Finance Act for 2012 introduced an apparently temporary tax — the exceptional contribution on high incomes (CEHR) — conceived “in a context of reducing public deficits and restoring our public finances,” and to “ask for an exceptional effort from the most affluent taxpayers” [1]. The public deficit at the time… Continue reading Political communication on tax matters offers its first lesson plainly: whatever is designed to last must first be sold as temporary.
On 18 July 2025, the European Union took a significant new step in its sanctions strategy by adopting an expanded package targeting Russia and Belarus
This 18th sanctions package is notable in both scope and legal sophistication, reflecting a clear political intent to close loopholes, target logistical support networks, and tighten anti-circumvention measures. Several legal instruments have substantially broadened the range of economic, commercial, and financial prohibitions while introducing innovative legal safeguards—particularly against abusive legal claims based on investment treaties.… Continue reading On 18 July 2025, the European Union took a significant new step in its sanctions strategy by adopting an expanded package targeting Russia and Belarus
ACPR v. Banque Delubac: Circumvention Risk Under Scrutiny
1. Context On 19 June 2025, the Sanctions Committee of the French Prudential Supervision and Resolution Authority (ACPR) issued a decision against Banque Delubac & Cie, delivering a formal reprimand and imposing a financial penalty of €600,000 for multiple breaches of its anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CFT) obligations. The decision, which is notably detailed,… Continue reading ACPR v. Banque Delubac: Circumvention Risk Under Scrutiny
Increase in Customs Duties on Agricultural Products and Fertilisers from Russia and Belarus
The European Union is adjusting its customs duties on Russian and Belarusian imports, citing the need to safeguard its food security and internal market. On 17 June 2025, the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union adopted Regulation (EU) 2025/1227, which modifies the applicable customs duties on certain products originating in or exported… Continue reading Increase in Customs Duties on Agricultural Products and Fertilisers from Russia and Belarus
The European Union strengthens its sanctions framework: amendments to Regulation (EU) 269/2014 on targeted sanctions and the 17th package of sanctions
Introduction of New Criteria for Targeted Sanctions On 15 May 2025, the European Union officially amended Regulation (EU) No 269/2014, which lays down restrictive and targeted measures in response to actions undermining or threatening Ukraine’s territorial integrity, sovereignty, and independence. This new package of measures, adopted through Council Decision (CFSP) 2025/904 and Council Regulation (EU)… Continue reading The European Union strengthens its sanctions framework: amendments to Regulation (EU) 269/2014 on targeted sanctions and the 17th package of sanctions
Martin Gandon joins EQA
We are delighted to welcome Martin Gandon to the Corporate Law, Tax, and Litigation Departments at EQA Avocats. A member of the Paris Bar, Martin holds a Master’s degree in International Corporate Transactions and Taxation (OFIS) from Université Paris I Panthéon-Sorbonne, where he graduated top of his class in 2021. Trilingual and equipped with a… Continue reading Martin Gandon joins EQA
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