Riad Salameh
Overview of Riad Salameh
| ID | GAC0043 |
|---|---|
| Sanction Regime | The Global Anti-Corruption Sanctions Regulations 2021 |
| Designation Source | 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 | Riad SALAMEH is an involved person under the Global Anti-Corruption Sanctions Regulations 2021 on the basis that he, as a foreign public official, has been involved in serious corruption. Specifically, he was responsible for, or engaged in serious corruption whilst Governor of the Central Bank of Lebanon by playing a role in the improper diversion, grant or allocation of over $300m from the Central Bank, part of which ultimately benefitted his brother, Raja Salameh, and part of which ultimately benefited himself. |
| OFSI Group ID | 16068 |
What alternative names has Riad Salameh used?
| Name | Title | Name Type | Non-Latin Name | Alias Strength |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riad Salameh | Primary Name | رياض سلامة (Arabic / Arabic) | ||
| Riad Salamé | ||||
| Riad Salame | Primary Name Variation |
Where is Riad Salameh located?
| Address | Postal Code | Country | Email Address | Phone Number | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Street No.10 Rabieh Matn District Mount Lebanon Governorate | Lebanon |
What are the personal details of Riad Salameh?
| Gender | Date of Birth | Town of Birth | Country of Birth | Nationality | Passport | Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | Jul 17, 1950 | Antelias | Lebanon | France | Former Governor of the Central Bank of Lebanon | |
| Male | Jul 17, 1950 | Antelias | Lebanon | Lebanon | Former Governor of the Central Bank of Lebanon |
Data Source
- The UK Sanctions List
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