| Source: US Executive Office of the President |
| Summary: This National Space Transportation Policy memorandum addresses export controls, technology protection, and international collaboration in space transportation. It mandates updates to export policies and controls to promote U.S. space capabilities abroad while safeguarding intellectual property and national security. The policy also evaluates foreign launch/reentry requests based on nonproliferation, foreign investment, and industrial base impacts. Key provisions align with ITAR/EAR frameworks to balance commercial competitiveness and strategic interests. |
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The National Space Transportation Policy
Source: US Executive Office of the President Summary: This National Space Transportation Policy memorandum addresses export controls, technology protection, and international collaboration in space transportation. It mandates updates to export policies and controls to promote U.S. space capabilities abroad while safeguarding intellectual property and national security. The policy also evaluates foreign launch/reentry requests based on…
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Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action
Source: US OFAC news Summary: The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has designated multiple individuals and entities under counterterrorism sanctions, blocking their assets and prohibiting U.S. persons from engaging with them. The designations target individuals linked to Hizballah and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force (IRGC-QF) for providing material support to these groups. These actions are based on Executive Order 13224, which combats terrorism financing and related activities. The sanctions highlight OFAC’s efforts to disrupt financial networks supporting designated terrorist organizations. Read full article → Source: US OFAC news Summary: The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has designated multiple individuals and entities under counterterrorism sanctions, blocking their assets and prohibiting U.S. persons from engaging with them. The designations target individuals linked to Hizballah and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force (IRGC-QF) for providing material…
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Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action
Source: US OFAC news Summary: The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has designated eight individuals, seven entities, and ten vessels under Executive Orders 14059 and 13224 for their involvement in illicit drug trafficking and support of sanctioned criminal organizations in Ecuador. These sanctions block all U.S. property and interests of the designated parties and prohibit U.S. persons from engaging in transactions with them. The designations target key figures linked to drug trafficking groups like Los Choneros and Los Lobos, as well as their associated businesses and assets. This action underscores OFAC’s efforts to disrupt transnational criminal networks and their financial infrastructure. Read full article → Source: US OFAC news Summary: The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has designated eight individuals, seven entities, and ten vessels under Executive Orders 14059 and 13224 for their involvement in illicit drug trafficking and support of sanctioned criminal organizations in Ecuador. These sanctions block all U.S. property and interests…
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Continuation of the Exercise of Certain Authorities Under the Trading With the Enemy Act
Source: US Executive Office of the President Summary: This presidential determination extends U.S. sanctions against Cuba under the Trading With the Enemy Act for another year, until September 14, 2027. It authorizes the continuation of the Cuban Assets Control Regulations, maintaining economic restrictions. The decision reflects ongoing U.S. national interest in enforcing sanctions on Cuba. The Treasury Department is directed to implement and publish this extension. Read full article → Source: US Executive Office of the President Summary: This presidential determination extends U.S. sanctions against Cuba under the Trading With the Enemy Act for another year, until September 14, 2027. It authorizes the continuation of the Cuban Assets Control Regulations, maintaining economic restrictions. The decision reflects ongoing U.S. national interest in enforcing sanctions on Cuba.…
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Treasury Launches Unprecedented Campaign Against Iranian Regime on Economic D-Day
Source: US OFAC news Summary: The U.S. Department of the Treasury, under President Trump’s direction, initiated *Operation Economic Outcast*, a comprehensive economic campaign targeting the Iranian regime and its enablers. The operation aims to sever Iran’s financial lifelines, including illicit oil smuggling, sanctions evasion, and terror funding networks. Key actions include expanding secondary sanctions to five critical sectors (digital assets, technology, gold, aviation, and shipping), designating nearly 60 entities, individuals, and vessels linked to Iran’s nuclear, missile, cyber, and oil revenue operations, and suspending general licenses for remittance payments and cultural exchanges. The Treasury also issued guidance on sanctions risks related to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. The campaign pressures global partners to cease Iran-related activities or face U.S. financial system restrictions. The names of sanctioned individuals and entities are listed in the original article on the OFAC website. Read full article → Source: US OFAC news Summary: The U.S. Department of the Treasury, under President Trump’s direction, initiated *Operation Economic Outcast*, a comprehensive economic campaign targeting the Iranian regime and its enablers. The operation aims to sever Iran’s financial lifelines, including illicit oil smuggling, sanctions evasion, and terror funding networks. Key actions include expanding secondary sanctions to…
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Updated version of Regulation (EC) No. 881/2002
Source: DEU-Zoll updates Summary: The regulation on the application of certain specific restrictive measures against persons and organizations associated with the ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida organizations is available for download. Read full article → Source: DEU-Zoll updates Summary: The regulation on the application of certain specific restrictive measures against persons and organizations associated with the ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida organizations is available for download. Read full article →
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Revisions to the Entity List
Source: US BIS news Summary: The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) revised the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) by removing two addresses linked to Arrow Electronics (Hong Kong) Co., Ltd. from the Entity List under China, following prior removals of related entities in 2025. This action aligns with EAR’s provisions for modifying the Entity List based on national security or foreign policy interests. The rule, effective August 2026, reflects BIS’s authority under the Export Control Reform Act of 2018 to adjust export controls without prior notice. The Entity List imposes licensing requirements on transactions involving listed entities. Read full article → Source: US BIS news Summary: The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) revised the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) by removing two addresses linked to Arrow Electronics (Hong Kong) Co., Ltd. from the Entity List under China, following prior removals of related entities in 2025. This action aligns with EAR’s provisions for modifying the Entity List…
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Removal From the Entity List
Source: US BIS news Summary: The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) removed a Turkish company, Atempo Proje Taahhüt Ses ve Görüntü Sistemleri Anonim Şirketi, from the Entity List under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). This action eases export control restrictions previously imposed due to national security or foreign policy concerns. The removal follows a review by the End-User Review Committee (ERC) and compliance with EAR procedures. The decision reflects updated assessments of the entity’s activities and risk profile. Read full article → Source: US BIS news Summary: The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) removed a Turkish company, Atempo Proje Taahhüt Ses ve Görüntü Sistemleri Anonim Şirketi, from the Entity List under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). This action eases export control restrictions previously imposed due to national security or foreign policy concerns. The removal follows a…
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Revisions to the Entity List
Source: US BIS news Summary: This final rule by the U.S. Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) removes two addresses associated with Arrow Electronics (Hong Kong) Co., Ltd. from the Entity List under China, following prior removals of related entities in 2025. The action reflects updates to export control restrictions under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), easing licensing requirements for transactions involving these addresses. The rule aligns with the Export Control Reform Act of 2018 and underscores BIS’s authority to modify the Entity List based on national security and foreign policy assessments. Read full article → Source: US BIS news Summary: This final rule by the U.S. Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) removes two addresses associated with Arrow Electronics (Hong Kong) Co., Ltd. from the Entity List under China, following prior removals of related entities in 2025. The action reflects updates to export control restrictions under the Export Administration Regulations…
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Removal From the Entity List
Source: US BIS news Summary: This Federal Register notice announces the removal of a Turkish company, Atempo Proje Taahhüt Ses ve Görüntü Sistemleri Anonim Şirketi, from the U.S. Entity List under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) determined the entity no longer poses a risk to U.S. national security or foreign policy interests. The action reflects a final rule effective August 21, 2026, easing export control restrictions on transactions involving this entity. The decision was made by the End-User Review Committee (ERC) after a review process. Read full article → Source: US BIS news Summary: This Federal Register notice announces the removal of a Turkish company, Atempo Proje Taahhüt Ses ve Görüntü Sistemleri Anonim Şirketi, from the U.S. Entity List under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) determined the entity no longer poses a risk to U.S. national security…