PROJECT 103: EU P2P Export Control Programme for Dual-use Goods - Global

Context

Dual-use export controls (or strategic trade controls of dual-use goods) aim at administering and facilitating the international trade of dual-use goods, which are highly sensitive products and technologies used for either civilian or military applications. Effective strategic trade control systems are a major contribution to international peace and security as they combat the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and related materials, equipment and technologies. Export controls create traceability, trust and business opportunities in trade, in transfers of knowledge and technology, in financing and in foreign direct investment.

Overall objective

To enhance capacities on strategic trade controls of dual-use goods through the creation, consolidation and/or updating of effective strategic trade control systems for dual-use goods in partner countries by offering them a long-term perspective for cooperation and mutual economic benefits of export controls harmonisation.

Specific objectives

1. Assist partners in developing sound legal frameworks at national and, if applicable, regional level;
2. Assist partners in developing institutional capacities for the implementation of effective export controls;
3. Strengthen communities of practice among export control officials, scientists, academia, industry and other stakeholders;
4. Increase coordination and dialogue with other implementing entities from the EU, international export control regimes, and international organisations

Activities

1. Strategic visits and updates of EU P2P partnership roadmaps
2. Awareness raising and specialised training seminars targeting stakeholders
3. Train-the-trainers on licensing and enforcement topics
4. Practical exercises and case studies
5. E-learning
6. Legal assistance in drafting or updating national legislation
7. Regional cooperation and best practices’ exchange events
8. Industry outreach and/or assistance in dual-use industry mapping
9. High level dialogues on specific issues

Expected outcomes

• Awareness of EU P2P counterparts and key stakeholders globally with regards to the implementation and challenges of effective dual-use trade control systems and support in drafting or amending national legal frameworks, including the adoption of national control list(s).
• Capacity-building assistance and support to set up, implement, review and operationalise effective licensing systems, customs, investigation and prosecution procedures that are fit for the control of trade in dual-use items.
• Identification of and liaison with key stakeholders - including awareness-raising and outreach as well as community-building/networking activities among key stakeholders.
• Coordination and cooperation with EU implementers, other assistance providers and relevant international organisations (e.g. export control regimes, 1540 Committee, etc.) through regular contacts and exchanges (e.g. coordination groups, international conferences).