The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019
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UK
Other Information
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
Former President of the State Academy of Sciences, an organisation dedicated to the development of technological and scientific capacities of the DPRK. In this capacity, Jang Chol holds a strategic position for the development of DPRK nuclear activities and is responsible for supporting or promoting the DPRK’s nuclear-related, ballistic missile-related or other weapons of mass destruction-related programmes.
OFSI Group ID
13457
What alternative names has Chol Jang used?
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Chol Jang
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Where is Chol Jang located?
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North Korea
What are the personal details of Chol Jang?
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Male
Mar 31, 1961
Pyongyang
North Korea
North Korea
563310042
Former President of the State Academy of Sciences
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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.