The Chemical Weapons (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019
Designation Source
UK
Other Information
Important employee at Scientific Studies and Research Centre (listed under both the Syria and Chemical Weapons sanctions regimes). Works under Amr Armanazi and Salam Tohme (both listed under the Syria sanctions regime). The Director Disqualification Sanction was imposed on 09/04/2025.
Imposed Sanctions
Asset freeze, Travel Ban
Last Updated
Apr 09, 2025
UK Statement of Reasons
Walid Zughaib is the Director of Institute 2000, the division of the Scientific Studies and Research Centre (SSRC) responsible for mechanical development and production for Syria’s chemical weapons programme. As a result of his senior position within Institute 2000, he is also associated with the designated entity SSRC.
OFSI Group ID
13746
What alternative names has Walid Zughaib used?
Name
Title
Name Type
Non-Latin Name
Alias Strength
Walid Zughaib
Doctor
Primary name
وليد زغيب
Walid Zgha'ib
Primary name variation
Walid Zughayb
Primary name variation
Walid Zughib
Primary name variation
What are the personal details of Walid Zughaib?
Gender
Date of Birth
Town of Birth
Country of Birth
Nationality
Passport
Position
Male
Syria
Head of Institute 2000 of the SSRC
Data Source
The UK Sanctions List A list maintained by the UK Government that identifies individuals and entities subject to financial sanctions. The list includes information on the reasons for the sanctions and the restrictions that apply.