Khaberni - New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters said in a statement on Friday that his country is re-imposing sanctions on Iran due to concerns about its non-compliance with nuclear commitments.
The statement mentioned that the re-imposition of United Nations sanctions came as a result of Iran's non-compliance with the internationally recognized Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action signed in 2015. The sanctions will come into effect on October 18.
This comes after the United Kingdom, France, and Germany also reinstated United Nations sanctions claiming Iran violated its commitments, following Australia's accusation of Tehran in August for orchestrating two anti-Semitic attacks in the cities of Sydney and Melbourne, giving the Iranian ambassador seven days to leave the country.
The New Zealand statement mentioned that the sanctions impose a range of restrictions including the freezing of assets, banning the entry of persons subject to sanctions, and prohibiting the import and export of certain nuclear and military goods. The New Zealand statement urged New Zealanders to exercise caution in dealing with Iran.
Peters said, "The re-imposition of United Nations sanctions reflects the international community's deep concerns about Iran's non-compliance with its nuclear commitments and the unjustified levels of uranium enrichment activities."
He added, "New Zealand has consistently supported diplomatic efforts to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons from any source. We strongly urge Iran to re-engage in negotiations and resume full cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency."
Peters mentioned that New Zealand will also introduce a mandatory registration plan for citizens intending to deal with Iran, which will come into effect on February 1, 2026.
