International Traffic in Arms Regulations
/ɪntərˈnæʃənəl ˈtræfɪk ɪn ɑrmz rɛɡjʊˈleɪʃənz/
Definitions
- (n.) U.S. regulatory framework controlling the export and import of defense-related articles and services, administered by the Department of State's Directorate of Defense Trade Controls.
Companies must comply with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations to legally export military technologies.
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Commentary
Often abbreviated as ITAR, this regulatory regime is critical in defense trade compliance and requires licenses for exporting controlled items; precise definitions of covered articles in the U.S. Munitions List are essential for compliance.
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