Source: European Parliament
Ordinary road trucks are not subject to an export ban within the EU restrictive measures vis-à-vis Syria, as established in Council Regulation (EU) No 36/2012[1]. However, when exporting such trucks to Syria, EU operators should ensure that no funds or economic resources are made available to listed persons.
The responsibility for the implementation and enforcement of EU sanctions lies with the Member States. In case of doubt, EU operators are encouraged to seek assistance from the relevant Member State national competent authority. The Commission stands ready to support Member States in the uniform application of EU sanctions, including by providing clarifications where necessary.
The Commission works in close coordination with the Member State national competent authorities to monitor the implementation of EU sanctions. This close coordination ensures that the EU’s Syria sanctions are responsive to any issues observed during the implementation of EU sanctions. In the event of any possible breach, the Commission brings this to the attention of the national competent authorities. It is then for national authorities to investigate the matter.
For EU operators to minimise the risk of engagement with designated persons or entities, the Commission recommends a risk-based approach consisting of risk assessment, multi-level due diligence and ongoing monitoring.
- [1] OJ L 16, 19.1.2012, p. 1-32.