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Sanctions

Measures taken by one country against another, usually to pressure it into changing its policies, which can include economic restrictions, trade bans, or travel restrictions.

Chemical or Biological Program

Any effort or activity involving the research, development, production, or handling of chemical or biological substances, which could include legitimate scientific endeavors or illicit activities.

Foreign Governmental Entity

Any department, agency, or official branch of a government outside the United States, including individuals acting on its behalf.

Covered Act

An act by an official, employee, or agent of a foreign governmental entity concerning a chemical or biological program that results in injury or damages to another country.

Commerce Control List

A list maintained by the U.S. Department of Commerce that identifies items requiring an export license for reasons of national security, foreign policy, or short supply, categorizing them by type and sensitivity.

Export, Reexport, or In-Country Transfer

Refers to moving goods or technology from the U.S. to another country (export), from one foreign country to another (reexport), or within a single foreign country (in-country transfer).