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Washington Expands Military , Space Technology Exports to UAE
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Fusion42 · 11 July 2026 · Fusion42 review
The US Department of Commerce upgraded the UAE's export classification to remove restrictions on military, space, and dual-use technologies including AI chips and advanced satellites, allowing the Emirati government and approved commercial entities to obtain equipment without export licences.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Semiconductors, Space Tech and AI Infrastructure.
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If you make AI chips, advanced sensors, or satellite systems for US defence, the UAE just became an approved customer without the paperwork. Call Emirati defence contractors and government procurement bodies this week—the regulatory door is open until it closes.
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