Penny Wong

Rule Changes

Authorized the October 2026 designations

Foreign Minister Penny Wong signed the listings on October 20, and they took effect October 23, 2026. Two North Korean men, Yu Pu Ung and Sim Hyon Sop, and two companies now face asset freezes, and the men face travel bans. Dealing with their assets without a government permit can bring up to 10 years in prison.

Updated Oct 27

Rule Changes

As of May 2026: Attended Quad foreign ministers' meeting in New Delhi, May 26

The Quad foreign ministers met in New Delhi on May 26 and produced three concrete agreements: a joint critical minerals framework, an Indo-Pacific maritime surveillance initiative, and the Quad's first joint infrastructure project — a port in Fiji. Rubio called the trade deal 'on the verge.'

Updated May 26