EXPORT

Export Controls on Emerging Technologies Expected from New Process

21 November 2018

The DOC’s Bureau of Industry and Security has launched a process likely to result in export controls on emerging technologies. The agency notes that it is not seeking to expand jurisdiction over technologies not currently subject to the Export Administration Regulations nor to alter existing controls on technology already specifically described on the Commerce Control List. More

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Annual Report by U.S. Commission Requests Assessment of Export Control Policy Toward Hong Kong

20 November 2018

The U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission’s most recent annual report recommends that the U.S. Congress direct the DOC and other relevant government agencies to prepare a report examining and assessing the adequacy of U.S. export control policy for dual-use technology as it relates to the U.S. treatment of Hong Kong and mainland China as separate customs areas. More

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Revisions to ITAR, USML, CCL Part of Arms Export Modernisation Plan

13 November 2018

The State Department has provided details on how it plans to implement the Conventional Arms Transfer Policy, which seeks to better align arms exports with U.S. national security and economic interests. This implementation plan consists of three lines of effort, each supported by tasks that will be undertaken by the relevant federal agencies. More

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USDA Soybeans Report Highlights Falling Exports to Mainland China

13 November 2018

USDA’s November 2018 “Oilseeds” report indicates that the small quantities that were shipped after the imposition by Beijing of retaliatory duties have either been diverted to other markets (Vietnam, Singapore and South Korea) or are currently languishing off the coast of mainland China waiting to be discharged. More

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Export Restrictions Added for Mainland Chinese Entity

30 October 2018

BIS has added one entity in mainland China to the Entity List, which lists entities restricted from receiving U.S. exports of goods controlled under the EAR. More

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BIS Considers Tracking Exports of Electronic Waste

23 October 2018

BIS is accepting comments through 24 December on the feasibility and cost of implementing a mechanism for tracking and controlling exports of electronic waste. Although no specific legislation has yet been passed mandating export controls related to e-waste, BIS is seeking public comments on various issues to help it assess the prevalence of counterfeit goods in military and civilian electronic supply chains and whether the proposed changes would adequately address this problem. More

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New Rules Affecting U.S. Nuclear Technology Exports to Mainland China

15 October 2018

The DOE announced on 11 October new rules on exports of U.S. civil nuclear technology to mainland China. Exports of these products totalled US$170 million last year but recent activity by mainland China's state-owned China General Nuclear Power Group triggered a National Security Council-led policy review of the U.S. approach to civil nuclear co-operation. More

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Defence Export Regulations Updated

09 October 2018

The U.S. State Department has issued an interim final rule removing certain notification requirements from the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and revising several entries on the U.S. Munitions List. This rule is effective 4 October and comments are due by 19 November. More

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Brazil Further Simplifies Import and Export Procedures

04 October 2018

Brazil recently issued a regulation aimed at simplifying and improving the efficiency and agility of import and export procedures. More

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Export Controls on Chemicals and Biological Agents Updated

13 April 2018

The U.S. Bureau of Industry and Security has issued a final rule that, effective 2 April, makes the following changes to the Export Administration Regulations to reflect decisions by the Australia Group. More

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