The Ghost of Meyer Lansky? Cuba is Back in Business ! But Still Illegal To Have Fun… Analysis of OFAC’s Regulations Released Today
Posted by William Byrnes on January 15, 2015
“Don’t worry, don’t worry. Look at the Astors and the Vanderbilts, all those big society people. They were the worst thieves – and now look at them. It’s just a matter of time.” Meyer Lansky
International Financial Law Prof Blog post … Academics, conference attendees, and business persons may travel to Cuba under blanket authorization to attend conferences, teaching programs, and transact business.
However, the US Treasury Department has left it illegal under the OFAC regulations to undertake tourist activities, including “excessive” free time sitting about puffing cigars and sipping rum. At least a professor can bring one small box of cigars back home now (not over $100 value). And smart phones will work in the future! read my analysis of the OFAC Cuba Amendments Released Today – read the full analysis at International Financial Law Prof Blog.
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