UK-Bermuda collaboration on sanctions and security
03 Oct 2025
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On 25 September 2025, the UK and Bermuda issued a joint statement reinforcing their commitment to sanctions enforcement. During a meeting in Hamilton, UK Minister for Overseas Territories Stephen Doughty and Bermuda Premier David Burt highlighted Bermuda’s leadership in freezing over $200M in sanctioned assets and ensuring robust compliance with UK sanctions.
Both leaders signed a Memorandum of Understanding, with the UK committing £300,000 to enhance Bermuda's sanctions capabilities. Discussions also covered Bermuda’s progress on a beneficial ownership register and broader collaboration on security, trade, and the environment.
This partnership highlights a united effort to prevent sanctions evasion and maintain strong enforcement across the UK and its territories.
The joint statement can be found here
