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On May 11, 2026, the United States terminated the arms embargo on Ethiopia that had been in place since 2021 as a result of the conflict in northern Ethiopia. Pursuant to the embargo, the U.S. maintained a policy of denying ITAR-controlled exports to Ethiopia, citing human rights concerns and the ongoing humanitarian crisis. Accordingly, the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) has removed the policy of denial for export licensing to Ethiopia and is now reviewing license applications for ITAR-controlled activities involving Ethiopia on a case-by-case basis; a significant shift in U.S./Ethiopia relations.
A forthcoming regulatory update will remove Ethiopia from the list of countries specified in ITAR 126.1
Buchanan’s team of National Security attorneys possesses extensive experience in advising on compliance with the ITAR and EAR and is well-prepared to assist clients in navigating export compliance issues. Our ITAR and EAR eBook outlines how both the ITAR and EAR aim to safeguard national security interests, including compliance requirements for entities involved in controlled activities.
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