US Sanctions Limited Robert Mugabe's 2012 Trip to the United States
What happened
In February 2012, travel restrictions imposed by the United States on Robert Mugabe and his lieutenants were confirmed to be effective. Mugabe was only permitted entry to the United States because he was conducting United Nations business. The Daily News reported that if he had traveled for personal reasons, he likely would not have been allowed off the plane.
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Why it matters
The restrictions highlight the impact of US sanctions on the political leadership of Zimbabwe. These measures were imposed under the Zimbabwe Democracy and Economic Recovery Act. The sanctions were part of the broader political and economic trajectory of Zimbabwe.
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Who's involved
- Robert MugabeThe subject of the travel restrictions and US sanctions.
- United NationsThe organization whose business provided the exception for Mugabe's travel.
- ZimbabweThe sovereign state whose leader was subject to the sanctions.
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The entities involved
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Robert Mugabe
2nd President of Zimbabwe from 1987 to 2017
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United Nations
global international and intergovernmental organization