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Thursday, Sep 18, 2025 at 6:00 PM to 9:00 UK Time

Pinsent Masons. 30 Crown Place. Earl Street. London. EC2A 4ES

The ACSS London Chapter is pleased to announce its upcoming event, hosted by Pinsent Masons.

Join us on 18 September 2025 as we welcome Ivonne Duarte-Peña of the United Nations for a special in-depth discussion on sanctions in the Middle East, with a focus on Syria. Ivonne will take us through how sanctions on Syria have evolved over time, the current status of sanctions in the region, and what could be in store from a sanctions policy perspective. We will then hear from Stacy Keen of Pinsent Masons about the practical implications of the changing Syrian landscape and what you can do to stay ahead of the game.

As always, this is a great opportunity to connect with your local sanctions community and keep abreast of key regional issues shaping the global sanctions today.

Don’t miss it!

Agenda

  • 18:00 – 18:20: Registration & Welcome Refreshments

  • 18:20 – 18:30: Welcome from Pinsent Masons and Chapter Update from ACSS London Chapter Chair

  • 18:30 – 19:20: Keynote: The Evolving Syrian Landscape and Policy Perspectives, by Ivonne Duarte-Peña of the United Nations Office of the Special Envoy for Syria

  • 19:20 – 19:40: Keynote: Practical Implications and Real-World Scenarios on Syria, by Stacy Keen of Pinsent Masons

  • 19:40 – 20:00: Q&A session with our speakers

    • 20:00 – 21:00: Networking over drinks and nibbles

Certificates of Attendance for Chapter Events

All ACSS members who attend Chapter Events will be identified and issued a Certificate of Attendance through our system. Certificates can be used to earn ACSS credits, which contribute to recertification and eligibility for ACSS certification.

ACSS CSS/CXS Points |  180 Degrees on Syria 1.75

Please contact our Helpdesk at sanctionsassociation.org for more information.

Association of Certified Sanctions Specialists

The Association of Certified Sanctions Specialists (ACSS) is the premier global organization dedicated to advancing the professional knowledge and skills of sanctions and export control practitioners. ACSS is committed to offering top-tier training programs, including the Certified Sanctions Specialist (CSS) credential, which serves as the benchmark for professionals in this field. Our mission is to set and uphold standards for the sanctions profession, provide globally recognized qualifications, and build a vibrant, interconnected community of professionals worldwide. ACSS promotes the importance of sanctions compliance by delivering authoritative and respected content, serving the professional interests of our members, and enhancing their career paths. We aim to be the leading voice advocating for sanctions professionals, with a commitment to fostering best practices and safeguarding global trade and financial systems. Sanctions, as defined by leading experts, are the intentional withdrawal or threat of withdrawal of customary trade and financial relations by a government to influence the policies of a target country. This definition reflects the core understanding of economic sanctions and guides the mission of ACSS in shaping effective, compliant practices across industries globally.

 

Ivonne Duarte-Peña

Sanctions Lead, Political Affairs Officer
United Nations

Stacy Keen

Partner
Pinsent Masons