US BIS Entity List (Federal Register) · Tuesday, July 14, 2026
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Enhanced Favorable Treatment for the United Arab Emirates Under the Export Administration Regulations
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The U.S. Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has announced updates to the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) regarding trade relations with the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The final rule modifies the regulatory classification of the UAE by removing it from Country Groups D:3 and D:4 and reassigning it to Country Group A:5.
Under these new regulations, the UAE government and authorized commercial organizations will benefit from expanded license exceptions. This includes the application of the Strategic Trade Authorization (STA) program, which facilitates the transfer of military equipment, specific spacecraft, and commercial satellites. Additionally, the STA will cover dual-use technologies used in critical sectors such as desalination, civil nuclear energy, and oil and gas operations.
The amendment also grants the UAE government and approved commercial entities license-free access to advanced computing technologies. This provision is designed to align with the U.S.-UAE Artificial Intelligence Cooperation framework scheduled for May 2025. The rule specifies that these technological transfers must be managed in a manner that maintains the security of United States digital infrastructure.
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