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  • Dual-use goods exports: publication of the 2026 report

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    Source: FRA-SBDU updates
    Summary: The Government has submitted to Parliament its fifth report on dual-use goods exports. Complementing the arms export report, it provides an overall view of the regulations, trends, and control mechanisms in place.
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    Source: FRA-DGE updates
    Summary: The Government has submitted its fifth report on dual-use goods exports to Parliament. Complementing the arms export report, it provides an overview of…
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  • OFSI General Licences

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    Source: UK OFSI updates
    Summary: The press release announces the issuance or amendment of general licences by the UK Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI). These licences permit specific activities otherwise prohibited under financial sanctions, subject to conditions. The details of the licences, including their scope and applicable restrictions, are outlined in the original article on the UK OFSI website.
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  • Adjusting Imports of Unmanned Aircraft Systems and Unmanned Aircraft Systems Components Into the United States

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    Source: US Executive Office of the President
    Summary: This proclamation imposes tariffs on imports of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and their components to protect U.S. national security, citing risks from foreign supply chain dependence and cybersecurity vulnerabilities. It targets imports from adversarial sources while incentivizing domestic production through tariff exemptions for companies investing in U.S. manufacturing. The action aligns with technology protection measures under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act, addressing threats to critical defense and infrastructure sectors. While not directly covering export controls or sanctions, it reflects broader efforts to safeguard sensitive technologies.
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  • Financial sanctions webinars and events

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    Source: UK OFSI updates
    Summary: The press release announces upcoming webinars and events related to financial sanctions implementation. It provides details on training sessions, workshops, or informational events organized by the UK Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) to support compliance with sanctions regulations.
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  • Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action

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    Source: US OFAC news
    Summary: The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) announced sanctions on August 7, 2026, designating individuals/entities under the Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) List. These sanctions block their U.S. property and prohibit transactions with them under authorities like E.O. 13224 and E.O. 13902. The action targets entities linked to terrorism, proliferation, or other threats to U.S. national security. This notice pertains to sanctions enforcement, not export control legislation.
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  • Streamlining Export Controls for Drone Exports

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    Source: US BIS news
    Summary: The U.S. Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) issued a final rule easing export controls on certain drones and related technology under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The rule removes outdated parameters like wind gust tolerance, raises the endurance threshold for national security controls, and clarifies controls for military-use UAVs. It also reduces licensing burdens for widely available commercial drones while maintaining military end-use and end-user restrictions.
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  • Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Export Control Regulations

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    Source: US Executive Office of the President
    Summary: This notice extends the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13222, which addresses threats to U.S. national security, foreign policy, and economy stemming from gaps in export control regulations. It ensures continued authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to enforce export controls, including sanctions-related provisions from the Export Administration Act of 1979 and the Export Control Reform Act of 2018. The extension is critical for maintaining U.S. technology protection and compliance with export control laws like the EAR. The measure underscores the ongoing need for stringent oversight of sensitive exports.
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  • OFSI General Licence INT/2025/7895596

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    Source: UK OFSI updates
    Summary: The UK Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) has issued a general licence permitting specific activities otherwise prohibited under financial sanctions. The licence outlines conditions under which certain transactions or dealings may proceed without requiring a separate licence. Full details, including any sanctioned individuals or entities covered, are listed in the original article on the UK OFSI website.
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  • OFSI General Licence INT/2025/8031092

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    Source: UK OFSI updates
    Summary: The UK Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) has issued a general licence permitting specific activities otherwise prohibited under financial sanctions. The licence outlines conditions and exemptions for designated persons or entities. Full details, including the scope of permitted actions and any sanctioned individuals or entities involved, are listed in the original article on the UK OFSI website.
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