Australia to Target Putin’s ‘Wealthy Enablers’ With Ban on Luxury Goods Exports to Russia

Cars drive past the Kremlin during the last day of the three-day parliamentary and local elections in Moscow, Russia, on Sept. 19, 2021. Alexander Nemenov/AFP via Getty Images

Australia has taken aim at Russian President Vladimir Putin “and his wealthy enablers” by banning the export of luxury goods to Russia, including wine, high value cosmetics, and parts for luxury vehicles.

“These sanctions target President Putin and his wealthy enablers, not ordinary Russian consumers,” Australian Foreign Minister Marise Payne announced on April 4.