Discover key insights from the latest EU report on dual-use export controls, including trade trends, licensing statistics, and policy developments for 2022.
How have EU dual-use export controls evolved, and what do the latest statistics tell us about trade, licensing, and enforcement? The European Commission’s latest report on the implementation of Regulation (EU) 2021/821 provides valuable insights into the control of sensitive goods and technologies.
This blog breaks down the key findings and what they mean for businesses and policymakers.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Overview of EU dual-use export controls
Key question: How have EU dual-use export controls evolved?
Growing Value of Authorised Dual-Use Trade
Total value and volume of authorisations in 2022
Trends in authorised trade and denials
Authorisation Trends & Key Dual-Use Sectors
Breakdown of key industries affected
Sectoral trends in export controls
Major Destinations for Authorised Exports
Top export destinations by value and volume
Impact of EU General Export Authorisations
Cyber-Surveillance Controls in Focus
Increased scrutiny and licensing of cyber-surveillance items
Human rights considerations and enforcement trends
Strengthening Enforcement & Capacity-Building
EU’s commitment to improving oversight and compliance
Global cooperation and training initiatives
What This Means for Exporters
Implications of the report for businesses
Compliance recommendations and next steps
Conclusion & Call to Action
Summary of key takeaways
Invitation to book a consultation for compliance support
Key Findings from the Report
1. Growing Value of Authorised Dual-Use Trade
In 2022, the total value of authorised dual-use trade reached EUR 57.3 billion, accounting for 2% of total extra-EU exports. This represents an increase in both authorised trade and denials, continuing an upward trend from previous years.
138,764 authorisations were issued in total, with the majority using EU General Export Authorisations (93,311 cases).
813 denials were reported, representing just 0.04% of total extra-EU exports but valued at EUR 0.98 billion.
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