Quantum technologies are now among the most closely monitored areas of export control policy. Recent regulatory updates in the UK, the European Union, and the United States point in the same direction: quantum is no longer a distant or purely experimental field, but a strategic technology with direct security implications. This growing scrutiny is driven […]
In 2025, U.S. sanctions are no longer limited to end users. Driven by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), enforcement now targets the entire global supply chain. Manufacturers, brokers, logistics providers, and financial institutions are increasingly exposed to sanctions risk when weaknesses are identified anywhere along the chain. This shift reflects a more systemic […]
The Export Control Forum 2025 brought together EU institutions, industry leaders, compliance professionals, and regulatory experts to address a shared reality: export control in Europe is entering a phase of rapid acceleration. Tighter rules, stronger coordination between Member States, and expanding compliance obligations are reshaping how companies manage sensitive exports. EC Compliance attended the forum […]
As of October 9, 2025, Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) has implemented a major reform of its export control framework, significantly impacting companies exporting so-called general-purpose goods. A cornerstone of this reform is the extension of the “catch-all” clause. Exporters are now required to apply for an export license for certain unlisted […]
On September 18, 2025, Taiwan’s International Trade Administration of Taiwan announced a significant strengthening of its export control framework, adding 279 new entities to its watch list for strategic high-tech goods. With this update, the total number of monitored entities now exceeds 10,800. The newly listed entities are primarily based in Pakistan, Iran, and China. […]
In September, 2025, the French Parliament received the 2024 report on dual-use goods exports, a key document outlining national export control trends. The report reveals a 41% increase in the total value of individual export licenses compared to 2023, confirming a significant rise in authorized exports within several strategic sectors. This increase is largely driven […]
On September 23, 2025, Indian authorities published a significant revision of the SCOMET (Special Chemicals, Organisms, Materials, Equipment and Technologies) list, marking a further strengthening of India’s export control framework for dual-use items. The revision was issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) and introduces a new Category 7, dedicated to emerging technologies […]
On September 9, 2025, Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) announced an agreement paving the way for the resumption of inspections at Iranian nuclear sites. This development occurred against a backdrop of increased diplomatic pressure, as France, Germany and the United Kingdom – acting as the E3 – initiated the snapback mechanism under […]
In a recent issue, the Revue des Directions Juridiques published an in-depth review of compliance and governance, risk and compliance (GRC) solutions available to companies. The publication provides an overview of tools designed to help organizations structure regulatory compliance in an increasingly complex legal environment, particularly in the area of export control. Within this analysis, […]
In late November, energy relations between Hungary and Russia once again underscored internal divisions within the European Union regarding sanctions and energy security. On November 28, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán travelled to Moscow to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin, with discussions focusing on Hungary’s energy supply and the situation in Ukraine. Following the meeting, […]