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ACSS Denmark Chapter: Denmark’s EU Council Presidency: Sanctions Policy and Key Updates

Thursday, Aug 28, 2025 at 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM CEST

Ramboll, 53, Hannemanns Allé, København, Copenhagen, 2300, Denmark

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Thursday, Aug 28, 2025 at 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM CEST

Ramboll, 53, København, Copenhagen, 2300, Denmark.

Next up for the ACSS Denmark Chapter: a special session in Copenhagen, hosted by Ramboll.

With Denmark responsible for the presidency of the Council of the European Union from 1 July to 31 December 2025, we’ll be joined by speakers from the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Control Risks, who will brief on Denmark’s sanctions priorities in its presidency and share key updates on sanctions developments, compliance trends, and geopolitical considerations.

Expect an informed and focused discussion with practical takeaways, plus time for audience questions and networking.

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Agenda:

14:00 - 14:15: Welcome and Registration

14:15 - 14:30: Introduction, Welcome  from Saskia Rietbroek of ACSS, and Chapter Update from Denmark Chapter Chair - Jeff Nielsen of Ramboll

14:30 - 15:00: Keynote - Danish Foreign Ministry

15:00 - 15:30: Keynote - Control Risks

15:30 - 16:00: Q&A with our Speakers, moderated by Chapter Chair - Jeff Nielsen

16:00 - 17:00: Networking over drinks and nibbles

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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 |  Denmark’s EU Council Presidency: Sanctions Policy and Key Updates: 1.75

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

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www.sanctionsassociation.org

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.

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Rebecca is a Director in Control Risks’ Intelligence and Investigations practice for the EMEA region. Based in Copenhagen, she leads complex strategic intelligence, market entry/exit support and investigative assessments, with a particular focus on supporting the global operations of Nordics-headquartered organisations.

Rebecca’s specialisms include advisory work in operationally complex and informationally opaque jurisdictions, gathering intelligence to inform our clients’ understanding of commercial, political and threat dynamics.

Rebecca joined Control Risks as a MENA-focused researcher in Dubai, focusing on information-gathering on sanctions and political risk issues in Iran, Iraq, Yemen, and the Maghreb and Gulf regions. She relocated to our London office to support UK- and Europe-based clients with interests in the MENA region.

About Rebecca Hughes
Director
Control Risks
About Simon Fasterkjær Kjeldsen
Sanctions Coordinator
Foreign Ministry of Denmark

Event Schedule

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Sessions on Aug 28, 2025

02:00 PM

Welcome and Registration

02:00 PM - 02:15 PM
02:15 PM

Welcome Remarks

02:15 PM - 02:30 PM
02:30 PM
03:00 PM

Keynote - Control Risks

03:00 PM - 03:30 PM
03:30 PM

Q&A with our Speakers

03:30 PM - 04:00 PM
04:00 PM