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State Department adds Saudi Arabia and Peru to ITAR major non-NATO ally list
The State Department amended the International Traffic in Arms Regulations on September 18, adding Saudi Arabia and Peru to the major non-NATO ally list, which eases arms-transfer restrictions for both countries. The final rule also clarified ITAR policy-of-denial provisions, updated country policies for Ethiopia and Somalia, and made minor corrections. The rule took effect on publication.
Key points
- Saudi Arabia and Peru join the major non-NATO ally list, easing ITAR licensing restrictions on arms transfers to both countries.Federal Register
- ITAR policy-of-denial provisions are clarified, and country policies for Ethiopia and Somalia are updated.Federal Register
- The rule also makes miscellaneous corrections to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations.Federal Register
- Final rule published at 91 FR 59059, document 2026-19161; effective September 18, 2026.Federal Register