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The US has added over two dozen entities, primarily from Pakistan, China, and the UAE, to its trade blacklist for allegedly supporting Iran’s and Pakistan’s weapons programs, China’s military, and Russia’s war in Ukraine.

Focusing on China & Iran: The US Department of Commerce announced that six entities in China were added to the trade blacklist for allegedly acquiring US-origin items to support China’s military modernization and assist Iran’s weapons and drone programs. These entities were accused of violating US export controls by using American technology to strengthen China’s defense capabilities and aiding Iran in developing strategic military assets.

Focusing on Pakistan: The US Department of Commerce announced that nine entities in Pakistan were accused of serving as front companies and procurement agents for the blacklisted “Advanced Engineering Research Organization.” These entities allegedly concealed the buyers of US-origin items to acquire technology for Pakistan’s cruise missile and strategic drone programs. The Commerce Department noted that this activity violated US export controls and posed a threat to national security by enhancing Pakistan’s military capabilities in key areas of weapons development.

Focusing on the UAE: The US Department of Commerce announced that three entities in the United Arab Emirates were added to the trade blacklist for allegedly attempting to acquire U.S.-origin components in violation of sanctions related to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. These entities were accused of procuring or attempting to obtain US technology to bypass export controls and sanctions imposed after Russia invaded Ukraine.

US reacts: In a statement, Alan Estevez, undersecretary of commerce for industry and security, said, “We are vigilant in defending US national security from bad actors. Our actions today send a message to malicious actors that if they violate our controls, they will pay a price.”