Happy Halloween! Welcome to a spooky edition of the "The Export Controls & Sanctions" Manager
We are trembling with bone-chilling excitement to summon the second edition of our ghastly new magazine. Uncover the spine-chilling secrets of the sinister export controls and trade sanctions lurking in the shadows, haunting the United States, the European Union, and the United Kingdom. Beware, dear readers, for within the depths of our haunted blog, a separate entry has been conjured specifically to cater to your sinister desires.
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Within its cursed pages, you shall find chilling weekly updates, as we delve into the depths of these ominous subjects.
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Period covered 24.10.2023-29.10.2023
Content
U.S. Export Controls
EU Export Controls
UK Export Controls
Sanctions Updates
EU Sanctions
UK Sanctions
U.S. Sanctions
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Highlight Reads of the Week
EU: First Autonomous Control Lists published under the EU's Dual-Use Law
The EU has published national lists to facilitate coordinated export restrictions. Download these and find out what it means to EU exporters.
Export Controls Updates
To make sure you never miss an export control update, bookmark https://www.customsmanager.info/all-news/categories/export-controls
⇒ EU Export Controls
EU: First Autonomous Control Lists published under the EU's Dual-Use Law
The EU has published national lists to facilitate coordinated export restrictions. Download these and find out what it means to EU exporters.
EU: 2023 Update of the EU Control List of Dual-Use Items
What are the changes to the 2023 EU Dual Use List? Check the changes out here.
The Latest List of EU Export Control Authorities - HERE!
Download the details of the 27 authorities to contact for all your export control questions
⇒ UK Export Controls
UK changes export control law: What changes?
The Export Control (Amendment) (No 2) Regulations 2023 enters into force. We explain what the changes are.
2023 ECJU Export Control Symposium
The Export Control Joint Unit invites you to the Export Control Symposium. It will take place on Wednesday the 29th November at Leonardo Royal London Hotel; Tower Bridge; 45 Prescott Street; London E1 8GP.
The Symposium will comprise
plenary session – senior government officials and industry talking about strategic export controls and the challenges of trading in a changing world;
specialist workshops including understanding the new strategic controls criteria and how it is applied to managing risk; protecting classified information and material; how to make strong licence applications; impact of sanctions on exports; enforcement and interception of shipments; US ITAR for Beginners and Intermediate level;
networking “village” where delegates can talk to the Trade Associations and officials across government
Details here: https://eu.eventscloud.com/website/12848/
See You There :-)
⇒ U.S Export Controls
Export controls are a powerful tool for the USA to achieve its foreign and security policy goals. Violations are punished severely, even outside the US. As non-US companies face increasing demands on compliance programs, export control has become a major focus. Violating the export control law can land you on the "US sanctions lists" with serious consequences. Stay updated with the latest developments to protect yourself from potential penalties.
1) New U.S. Export Controls on China: Answering Your Questions
Get all your questions answered about the new U.S. export controls on China's access to AI chips. Learn how these restrictions impact businesses.
2) U.S. Export Controls: 13 Entity List Additions - Advanced Computer & Semiconductor
Discover the latest U.S. export controls updates and how they impact advanced computer and semiconductor manufacturing items by placing 13 companies on the U.S. EAR Entity List.
3) U.S. Publishes to "Semiconductor Manufacturing Items to China" Export Control Rules
We added a detailed analysis of the changes + we provide access to the exact Publishes Interim Rule on the Federal Register
4) U.S. Publishes "Advanced Computing to China" Export Control Rules
We added a detailed analysis of the changes + we provide access to the exact Publishes Interim Rule on the Federal Register
5) DTAG Meeting Slides: ITAR, Export Controls, U.S.
Stay up-to-date on U.S. export controls with the Defense Trade Advisory Group (DTAG). Download slides from the latest meeting and access legislative updates on ITAR.
6) BIS: Update Conference on Export Controls and Policy
The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) will hold the 2023 Update Conference on Export Controls and Policy on Tuesday, November 28 – Thursday, November 30, 2023. It will include keynote speakers, plenary sessions, breakout sessions, and an Exhibit Hall. The theme of this year’s conference is Partnerships in National and Global Security. Customs Manager Ltd will attend and report back to clients. Register here
Sanctions Updates
The EU, UK and US implement extensive sanctions laws. These rules provide processes for producing lists of individuals and businesses subject to asset freeze targets and financial and investment restrictions. Businesses must stay up to date with the latest sanctions rules to avoid accidental non-compliance. Read the collection of all articles we have written on this topic here https://www.customsmanager.info/all-news/categories/sanctions
⇒ EU
1) EU: Consolidated Sanctions List of Persons, Groups, Entities, and Organisations
Discover the ultimate resource for EU sanctions: Download the consolidated list of persons, groups, and entities subject to sanctions. Date of last update 31.10.2023
⇒ UK
1) OFSI introductory webinar on 2 November 2023
On Thursday, November 2, 2023, at 10 a.m. (GMT), the UK will provide a free one-hour webinar on Microsoft Teams. Register here. To guarantee that financial penalties are appropriately comprehended, put into practise, and upheld in the United Kingdom, officials will outline their responsibilities and authority.
2) UK: Latest Listings of Sanctioned Individuals etc. (All Countries + Topics)
All the latest changes to UK Sanctions Lists against individuals, entities, and organisations. All updates are on one page. Date of last update 31.10.2023
⇒ US
1) U.S.: Venezuela Sanctions Eased. What does this mean?
The United States government use both newly issued and modified OFAC general licences to provide a restricted easing of sanctions on Venezuela. What does all this mean for U.S. and non-U.S. businesses? Our Briefing
2) Issuance of Russia-related General
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Russia-related General License 8H, "Authorizing Transactions Related to Energy."
3) Counter Terrorism Designations
Counter-terrorism designations refer to the process of identifying and categorising individuals, groups, or organisations that are involved in or support acts of terrorism. The topic of discussion revolves around the designation of Hamas and its affiliated entities, such as AL-ANSAR CHARITY ASSOCIATION, ISLAMIC REVOLUTIONARY GUARD CORPS, and the PALESTINE ISLAMIC JIHAD - SHAQAQI FACTION, as terrorist organisations.
What if I have a question regarding these updates
We invite you to use the chat function available on www.customsmanager.org to ask any questions related to this update. Our skilled team of export control and sanctions managers will be happy to provide you with the information you need within 24 hours.
Sources
EU
Official Journal of the EU
DG TRADE Website
Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, etc).
Information on the National Export Control & Sanctions Website of Member States
U.S.
Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS)
Department of Commerce
Office of Foreign Asset Control (OFAC)
Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, etc).
UK
Information on gov.uk
Information on legislation.gov.uk
Department of Business and Trade
Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, etc).
Other
United Nations (Sanctions)
Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, etc).
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