Notice 21 Feb 2025 compliance, business operations, national security, treasury, foreign policy, sanctions

🚫Sanctions Notice

The Department of State is publishing the names of one or more persons that have been placed on the Department of Treasury's List of Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons (SDN List) administered by the Office of Foreign Asset Control (OFAC) based on the Department of State's determination, in consultation with other departments, as appropriate, that one or more applicable legal criteria of the Executive Order regarding blocking property with respect to specified harmful foreign activities of the Government of the Russian Federation were satisfied. All property and interests in property subject to U.S. jurisdiction of these persons are blocked, and U.S. persons are generally prohibited from engaging in transactions with them.

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Presidential Document 20 Feb 2025 energy, regulation, business strategy, executive order, national security, economic policy, energy production

⚡Executive Order 14213

Executive Order 14213 establishes the National Energy Dominance Council, with a focus on enhancing U.S. energy production and reducing dependency on foreign imports. The Council will advise the President on strategies promoting energy dominance, regulatory simplification, and fostering private sector investments to support economic growth and national security.

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Notice 20 Feb 2025 regulatory compliance, national security, foreign policy, terrorism, u.s. economy

🚫Specially Designated Global Terrorist Designations and Their Impact

The Department of State has designated Tren de Aragua, Mara Salvatrucha, and several cartels as specially designated global terrorists under Executive Order 13224. This determination indicates their involvement in terrorism, posing risks to U.S. national security and the economy. The notice emphasizes that prior notification is not required for affected parties in the U.S., thus enabling immediate action against these entities.

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Presidential Document 18 Feb 2025 steel, national security, tariffs, trade agreements, u.s. imports

🏗️Adjusting Steel Imports

This proclamation addresses adjustments in the importation of steel articles into the United States, citing national security concerns and the need to protect domestic steel production. It outlines the enforcement of tariffs on steel imports from various nations, emphasizing the detrimental effects of increased imports on U.S. national security and industry performance.

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Presidential Document 18 Feb 2025 regulations, trade, imports, national security, tariffs, aluminum, domestic industry

🔩Proclamation 10895

Proclamation 10895 adjusts aluminum imports into the U.S. by raising tariffs from 10% to 25%. It terminates existing agreements with several countries, enhances compliance measures, and revokes product exclusions, aiming to protect national security by reducing reliance on foreign aluminum. The proclamation addresses ongoing issues of oversupply and competition affecting domestic aluminum producers.

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Presidential Document 10 Feb 2025 import regulations, executive order, national security, trade, tariffs, canada

🇺🇸Executive Order 14197

Executive Order 14197 addresses the national security threat posed by drug trafficking at the U.S.-Canada border. It outlines a framework for imposing tariffs on Canadian goods while pausing certain tariffs to assess Canada's response to illegal activities. Ongoing evaluations will determine future actions based on the situation's developments.

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Presidential Document 10 Feb 2025 national security, trade, regulation, tariffs, mexico, economy

⚖️Executive Order Pauses Tariffs on Mexican Goods Amid Border Crisis

Executive Order 14198 addresses the security threat posed by drug trafficking and illegal migration at the U.S.-Mexico border. It puts a temporary pause on proposed tariffs while evaluating Mexico's cooperative actions. The order emphasizes ongoing assessments of border issues and potential tariff implementations depending on future situations.

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Presidential Document 7 Feb 2025 international trade, national security, china, public health, tariffs, regulatory compliance, synthetic opioids

⚖️Executive Order Imposes Tariffs on Chinese Goods to Combat Opioid Crisis

Executive Order 14195 addresses the urgent synthetic opioid crisis exacerbated by the People's Republic of China's role in drug trafficking. It imposes a 10% duty on PRC products effective February 4, 2025, as a response to the failure of Chinese authorities to curb the flow of dangerous substances. The order emphasizes a commitment to protecting American citizens and addressing the growing public health emergency.

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Presidential Document 7 Feb 2025 drug trafficking, trade policy, national security, border security, executive order, tariffs, mexico

⚖️Executive Order 14194

Executive Order 14194 aims to impose a 25% ad valorem duty on Mexican products in response to issues at the southern border. The order cites failed cooperation from the Mexican government in combatting drug trafficking and illegal immigration as justifications for these tariffs. It signals a national emergency and outlines measures for enforcement and potential escalations if Mexico does not address these concerns adequately.

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Presidential Document 3 Feb 2025 government contracts, defense, national security, missile defense, technology development

🛰️Executive Order on Next-Gen Missile Defense

Executive Order 14186 establishes U.S. policy for deploying a next-generation missile defense shield to address increasing aerial threats. The order outlines key objectives for defense capabilities, cooperation with allies, and includes requirements for technological advancements and budgeting strategies. The initiative underscores a commitment to enhancing national security through advanced missile defense systems.

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