LIVE: UNSC convenes to discuss ’general issues relating to sanctions’

The UN Security Council (UNSC) gathers in New York City on Monday, February 7, for a debate on ’general issues relating to sanctions.’ The discussion, which has been part of the Council’s agenda since 2000, is aimed at reviewing various aspects of sanctions as an instrument of decision enforcement. This particular meeting was called for by presiding UNSC President Russia, and will cover how the council can navigate sanctions to avoid their unwanted negative consequences.