Welcome to a pivotal moment in the realm of international defence collaboration. Export Controls Australia Group (ECAG) is excited to share this event that marks a significant advancement in the defence export controls landscape between Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States. As part of the AUKUS agreement, representatives from these nations will discuss a new trilateral licence-free environment designed to streamline defence exports and collaborations.
This informative session, hosted by AMDA Online, will provide exclusive insights from high-level officials across the Australian Department of Defence, UK Ministry of Defence, US Department of State, US Department of Defense, and US Department of Commerce. They will delve into the nuances of the new policies and exemptions that are poised to reshape how defence-related technologies and services are exchanged among these allied nations.
Whether you are part of the industry, academia, or the research sector, this event is crafted to equip you with the necessary understanding and tools to navigate and benefit from these new regulations. Join us to engage in meaningful dialogue and contribute to a framework that supports our collective security and technological advancements.
Please read on for details about the event, including how to register for the sessions in Adelaide and Sydney, as well as online participation options.
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"AMDA Online will be hosting representatives from the Australian Department of Defence, UK Ministry of Defence, US Department of State, US Department of Defense and US Department of Commerce to present on the new AUKUS trilateral licence-free environment for defence exports.
This will include detailed presentations and insightful discussions about:
Australia’s national exemption for the UK and US provided under the Defence Trade Controls Amendment Act 2024;
The UK’s national exemption for Australia and the US provided under its draft AUKUS Open General Export Licence; and
The US’ national exemption for Australia and the UK from the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and the Export Administration Regulations.
This event is designed to offer the industry, higher education and research sectors – the ones utilising these exemptions – with the knowledge and practical understanding of the new legislation and exemptions. With trilateral consultation of each partner’s exemptions underway until 31 May 2024, it will also facilitate meaningful discussion and consultation with stakeholders to gain insights into their interests and concerns, and ensure the licence-free environment is fit-for-purpose.
We will be hosting a briefing which will be open for industry and academia to attend. The briefing will be held in Adelaide on 20 May and in Sydney on 21 May 2024. There is also the option to attend the briefings online.
We would greatly appreciate if you could share details of these this valuable event with your wider networks. Details and registration links for the two sessions are included below and the agendas are attached with this email.
Export Licence Free Environment for AUKUS Trilateral Nations - Adelaide
The event will be held in City Rooms 1& 2 at the Adelaide Convention Centre on Monday 20 May 2024 from 1000 to 1200 ACST.
Please register your attendance via the link below.
The event will also be livestreamed to a virtual audience. Please note that you will not have an opportunity to ask questions online.
If you wish to attend the meeting online, please register via the following link
Export Licence Free Environment for AUKUS Trilateral Nations - Sydney
The event will be held in City Rooms Meeting Rooms C4.9 & C4.10 at the Adelaide Convention Centre on Monday 20 May 2024 from 1000 to 1200 AEST.
Please register your attendance via the link below.
The event will also be livestreamed to a virtual audience. Please note that you will not have an opportunity to ask questions online.
If you wish to attend the meeting online, please register via the following link:
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