Arms Export Control Act: Commercial export licenses; congressional notifications,
[Federal Register: November 19, 2007 (Volume 72, Number 222)]
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DEPARTMENT OF STATE
[Public Notice 5993]
Bureau of Political-Military Affairs: Directorate of Defense Trade Controls; Notifications to the Congress of Proposed Commercial Export Licenses
SUMMARY: Notice is hereby given that the Department of State has forwarded the attached Notifications of Proposed Export Licenses to the Congress on the dates indicated pursuant to sections 36(c) and 36(d) and in compliance with
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section 36(f) of the Arms Export Control Act (22 U.S.C. 2776).
DATES: Effective Date: As shown on each of the 27 letters.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. Terry L. Davis, Acting Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Licensing, Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, Bureau of Political-Military Affairs, Department of State (202) 663-2738.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Section 36(f) of the Arms Export Control Act mandates that notifications to the Congress pursuant to sections 36(c) and 36(d) must be published in the Federal Register when they are transmitted to Congress or as soon thereafter as practicable.
July 31, 2007. Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Dear Madam Speaker: Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, I am transmitting, herewith, certification of a proposed technical assistance agreement for the export of technical data, defense services, and defense articles in the amount of $100,000,000 or more.
The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export of technical data, defense services, and articles related to the Laser-based Directional Infrared Countermeasures System to the United Kingdom in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.
The United States Government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights and arms control considerations.
More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the United States firm concerned.
Sincerely, Jeffrey T. Bergner, Assistant Secretary Legislative Affairs.
Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 068-07.
August 10, 2007. Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Dear Madam Speaker: Pursuant to Sections 36(c) and (d) of the Arms Export Control Act, I am transmitting, herewith, certification of a proposed license for the export of defense articles and defense services in the amount of $50,000,000 or more and for the manufacture abroad of Significant Military Equipment (SME).
The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export of technical data, defense services and defense articles to Canada, the United Kingdom, Switzerland and Kuwait for the manufacture of 25MM Turrets for end use by the Kuwait Ministry of Defense for the Desert Piranha III Program.
The United States Government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights and arms control considerations.
More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the United States firm concerned.
Sincerely, Jeffrey T. Bergner, Assistant Secretary Legislative Affairs.
Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 006-07.
August 10, 2007. Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Dear Madam Speaker: Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, I am transmitting, herewith, certification of a proposed technical assistance agreement for the export of technical data, defense services, and defense articles in the amount of $50,000,000 or more.
The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export of technical data, defense services and defense articles to support repair and modification of Singapore's AH-64D helicopters.
The United States Government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights and arms control considerations.
More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the United States firm concerned.
Sincerely, Jeffrey T. Bergner, Assistant Secretary Legislative Affairs.
Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 008-07.
August 10, 2007. Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Dear Madam Speaker: Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, I am transmitting, herewith, certification of a proposed technical assistance agreement for the export of technical data, defense services, and defense articles in the amount of $50,000,000 or more.
The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export of technical data, defense services, and defense articles relating to the technical management and administrative services in the operation and maintenance of the Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) C- 130 fleet.
The United States Government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights and arms control considerations.
More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the United States firm concerned.
Sincerely, Jeffrey T. Bergner, Assistant Secretary Legislative Affairs.
Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 026-07.
August 17, 2007. Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Dear Madam Speaker: Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, I am transmitting, herewith, certification of a proposed agreement for the export of defense articles or defense services sold commercially under contract in the amount of $100,000,000 or more.
The transaction described in the attached certification involves the transfer of hardware, technical data, and defense services to Canada for the design, manufacture and delivery of the NIMIQ 5/6/5R Satellites Program.
The United States Government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights and arms control considerations.
More detailed information is contained in the formal certification, which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the United States firm concerned.
Sincerely, Jeffrey T. Bergner, Assistant Secretary Legislative Affairs.
Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 048-07.
September 25, 2007. Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Dear Madam Speaker: Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, I am transmitting, herewith, certification of a proposed license for the export of firearms sold commercially under contract in the amount of $1,000,000 or more.
The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export of firearms to Malaysia for ultimate use by the Malaysian Armed Forces.
The United States Government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights and arms control considerations.
More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the United States firm concerned.
Sincerely, Jeffrey T. Bergner, Assistant Secretary Legislative Affairs.
Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 004-07.
September 27, 2007. Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Dear Madam Speaker: Pursuant to Section 36(d) of the Arms Export Control Act, I am transmitting, herewith, certification of a proposed license for the export of defense articles or defense services sold commercially under contract in the amount of $100,000,000 or more.
The transaction described in the attached certification involves the transfer of defense articles, technical data, and defense services to Japan in support of the MK 41 Vertical Launching System, including manufacture of selected subassemblies.
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The United States Government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights and arms control considerations.
More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the United States firm concerned.
Sincerely, Jeffrey T. Bergner, Assistant Secretary Legislative Affairs.
Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 051-07.
September 27, 2007. Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Dear Madam Speaker: Pursuant to Sections 36(c) and 36(d) of the Arms Export Control Act, I am transmitting, herewith, certification of a proposed manufacturing license agreement for the manufacture of significant military equipment abroad and the export of defense services and defense articles in the amount of $50,000,000 or more.
The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export of defense articles, including technical data, and defense services to South Korea to support the manufacture of the Korean Commander's Panoramic Sight (KCPS) for the K1 Main Battle Tank.
The United States Government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights and arms control considerations.
More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the United States firm concerned.
Sincerely, Jeffrey T. Bergner, Assistant Secretary Legislative Affairs.
Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 081-07.
September 28, 2007. Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Dear Madam Speaker: Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, I am transmitting, herewith, certification of a proposed license for the export of defense articles and defense services in the amount of $50,000,000 or more.
The transaction contained in the attached certification concerns future commercial activities with Russia, Ukraine and Norway related to the launch of all commercial and foreign non-commercial satellites from the Pacific Ocean utilizing a modified oil platform.
The United States Government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights and arms control considerations.
More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the United States firm concerned.
Sincerely, Jeffrey T. Bergner, Assistant Secretary Legislative Affairs.
Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 096-07.
September 28, 2007. Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Dear Madam Speaker: Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, I am transmitting, herewith, certification of a proposed license for the export of defense articles and defense services in the amount of $50,000,000 or more.
The transaction contained in the attached certification concerns future commercial activities with Russia related to the launch of all commercial and foreign non-commercial satellites from Kazakhstan.
The United States Government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights and arms control considerations.
More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the United States firm concerned.
Sincerely, Jeffrey T. Bergner, Assistant Secretary Legislative Affairs.
Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 097-07.
September 28, 2007. Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Dear Madam Speaker: Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, I am transmitting, herewith, certification of a proposed license for the export of defense articles and defense services in the amount of $100,000,000 or more.
The transaction contained in the attached certification concerns future commercial activities related to the co-development of the Galaxy Express space launch vehicle upgrade program for Japan.
The United States Government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights and arms control considerations.
More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the United States firm concerned.
Sincerely, Jeffrey T. Bergner, Assistant Secretary Legislative Affairs.
Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 098-07.
October 16, 2007. Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Dear Madam Speaker: Pursuant to Section 36(d) of the Arms Export Control Act, I am transmitting, herewith, certification of a proposed manufacturing license agreement for the manufacture of significant military equipment abroad.
The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export of defense articles, including technical data, and defense services to Australia for the manufacture of U.S. military gun propellants in connection with the Australian Mulwala Gun Propellant and Explosive Plant upgrade.
The United States Government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights and arms control considerations.
More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the United States firm concerned.
Sincerely, Jeffrey T. Bergner, Assistant Secretary Legislative Affairs.
Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 050-07.
October 16, 2007. Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Dear Madam Speaker: Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, I am transmitting, herewith, certification of a proposed agreement for the export of defense articles or defense services sold commercially under contract in the amount of $100,000,000 or more.
The transaction described in the attached certification involves the transfer of hardware, technical data, and defense services to Denmark, the Netherlands, and Belgium in support of the MK 41 Vertical Launching System, including manufacture of selected subassemblies.
The United States Government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights and arms control considerations.
More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the United States firm concerned.
Sincerely, Jeffrey T. Bergner, Assistant Secretary Legislative Affairs.
Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 052-07.
October 16, 2007. Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Dear Madam Speaker: Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, I am transmitting, herewith, certification of a proposed agreement for the export of defense articles or defense services in the amount of $100,000,000 or more.
The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export of defense articles, including technical data, and defense services to Japan to support the manufacture of F-15 electrical generator, constant speed drives for end use by the Japanese Ministry of Defense.
The United States Government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights and arms control considerations.
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More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the United States firm concerned.
Sincerely, Jeffrey T. Bergner, Assistant Secretary Legislative Affairs.
Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 080-07.
October 16, 2007. Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Dear Madam Speaker: Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, I am transmitting, herewith, certification of a proposed agreement for the export of defense articles or defense services in the amount of $50,000,000 or more.
The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export of defense articles, including technical data, and defense services to the Republic of Korea to support the manufacture of F-16 airframe structural components.
The United States Government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights and arms control considerations.
More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the United States firm concerned.
Sincerely, Jeffrey T. Bergner, Assistant Secretary Legislative Affairs.
Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 087-07.
October 18, 2007. Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Dear Madam Speaker: Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, I am transmitting, herewith, certification of a proposed agreement for the export of defense articles or defense services in the amount of $50,000,000 or more.
The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export of defense articles, including technical data, and defense services to Iraq to provide continued basic and intermediate maintenance support for the Iraqi Government's UH-1H helicopters.
The United States Government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights and arms control considerations.
More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the United States firm concerned.
Sincerely, Jeffrey T. Bergner, Assistant Secretary Legislative Affairs.
Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 104-07.
October 18, 2007. Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Dear Madam Speaker: Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, I am transmitting, herewith, a proposed re-export for defense services and defense articles in the amount of $1 million or more.
The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the re-export of firearms for end-use by the Afghan National Army (ANA).
The United States Government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights and arms control considerations.
More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the United States firm concerned.
Sincerely, Jeffrey T. Bergner, Assistant Secretary Legislative Affairs.
Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 107-07.
October 19, 2007. Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Dear Madam Speaker: Pursuant to Section 36(c) and 36(d) of the Arms Export Control Act, I am transmitting, herewith, certification of a proposed amendment to a manufacturing license agreement for the manufacture of significant military equipment abroad and the export of defense articles or defense services in the amount of $100,000,000 or more.
The transaction described in the attached certification involves the export of defense services, technical data and defense articles to Japan to support the manufacture and maintenance of the AN/AAS- 44(JM) and the TIFLIR-49(JM) Infrared Detecting System for the Japan Maritime Self Defense Force (JMSDF).
The United States Government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights and arms control considerations.
More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the United States firm concerned.
Sincerely, Jeffrey T. Bergner, Assistant Secretary Legislative Affairs.
Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 049-07.
October 19, 2007. Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Dear Madam Speaker: Pursuant to Section 36(d) of the Arms Export Control Act, I am transmitting, herewith, certification of a proposed manufacturing license agreement for the manufacture of significant military equipment abroad.
The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export of technical data, defense articles and defense services to Italy to establish a depot repair facility for night vision equipment in the inventories of the Ministries of Defense of Poland and Ireland.
The United States Government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights and arms control considerations.
More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the United States firm concerned.
Sincerely, Jeffrey T. Bergner, Assistant Secretary Legislative Affairs.
Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 067-07.
October 19, 2007. Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Dear Madam Speaker: Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, I am transmitting, herewith, certification of a proposed technical assistance agreement for the export of technical data, defense services, and defense articles in the amount of $100,000,000 or more.
The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export of technical data, defense services and defense articles to Germany and the United Kingdom related to the AN/AAQ-24(V) Nemesis Multi-Band Viper Laser Based Directional Infrared Countermeasures System and Associated Equipment for the NATO E-3A Airborne Warning and Control System Program.
The United States Government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights and arms control considerations.
More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the United States firm concerned.
Sincerely, Jeffrey T. Bergner, Assistant Secretary Legislative Affairs.
Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 069-07.
October 19, 2007. Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Dear Madam Speaker: Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, I am transmitting, herewith, certification of a proposed technical assistance agreement for the export of technical data, defense services, and defense articles in the amount of $50,000,000 or more.
The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export of technical data, and defense services and articles in support of the Multi-Role Electronically Scanned Array Radar/ Identification Friend or Foe Subsystem for the Korea EX 737 Airborne Early Warning and Control Program. This transaction is part of a sub-contract to the Korea EX 737 Program notified to congress under CN054-07.
The United States Government is prepared to license the export of these items having
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taken into account political, military, economic, human rights and arms control considerations.
More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the United States firm concerned.
Sincerely, Jeffrey T. Bergner, Assistant Secretary Legislative Affairs.
Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 070-07.
October 19, 2007. Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Dear Madam Speaker: Pursuant to Section 36(c) and 36(d) of the Arms Export Control Act, I am transmitting, herewith, certification of a proposed license for the manufacture of significant military equipment abroad and the export of major defense equipment in the amount of $25,000,000 or more.
The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export of defense articles, including technical data, and defense services to Spain for the production of select components of the M2HB Machine Gun and the MK19 Grenade Machine Gun.
The United States Government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights and arms control considerations.
More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the United States firm concerned.
Sincerely, Jeffrey T. Bergner, Assistant Secretary Legislative Affairs.
Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 077-07.
October 19, 2007. Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Dear Madam Speaker: Pursuant to Section 36(d) of the Arms Export Control Act, I am transmitting, herewith, certification of a proposed manufacturing license agreement for the manufacture of significant military equipment abroad.
The transaction described in the attached certification involves the export of technical data, defense articles and defense services to Canada, for the development and manufacture of 45/9mm GI (patent pending) ammunition, to be sold to the Armed Forces of the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom.
The United States Government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights and arms control considerations.
More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the United States firm concerned.
Sincerely, Jeffrey T. Bergner, Assistant Secretary Legislative Affairs.
Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 083-07.
October 26, 2007. Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Dear Madam Speaker: Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, I am transmitting, herewith, certification of a proposed license for the export of defense articles and defense services in the amount of $50,000,000 or more.
The transaction described in the attached certification involves the export to Australia of technical data and assistance in the manufacture of water coolers and supporting material for the Spy-ID Radar for end use in Navy programs for the governments of Australia, Japan, Korea, Spain and the United States.
The United States Government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights and arms control considerations.
More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the United States firm concerned.
Sincerely, Jeffrey T. Bergner, Assistant Secretary Legislative Affairs.
Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 031-07.
October 30, 2007. Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Dear Madam Speaker: Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, I am transmitting, herewith, certification of a proposed license for the export of firearms sold commercially under contract in the amount of $1,000,000 or more.
The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export of firearms to Georgia for use by the Georgian Defense Ministry.
The United States Government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights and arms control considerations.
More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the United States firm concerned.
Sincerely, Jeffrey T. Bergner, Assistant Secretary Legislative Affairs.
Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 075-07.
October 31, 2007. Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Dear Madam Speaker: Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, I am transmitting, herewith, certification of a proposed license for the export of defense articles or defense services in the amount of $50,000,000 or more.
The transaction contained in the attached certification involves the export of technical data, defense services and hardware to The Republic of Korea for the manufacture and assembly of the X1100 Series Transmissions.
The United States Government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights and arms control considerations.
More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the United States firm concerned.
Sincerely, Jeffrey T. Bergner, Assistant Secretary Legislative Affairs.
Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 005-07.
November 8, 2007. Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Dear Madam Speaker: Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act, I am transmitting, herewith, certification of a proposed agreement for the export of defense articles or defense services sold commercially under contract in the amount of $50,000,000 or more.
The transaction described in the attached certification involves the transfer of defense articles, including technical data, and defense services to Saudi Arabia for the operation and maintenance of the Saudi Ministry of Defense and Aviation, and the Royal Saudi Air Defense Forces HAWK and PATRIOT Air Defense Missile Systems.
The United States Government is prepared to license the export of these items having taken into account political, military, economic, human rights and arms control considerations.
More detailed information is contained in the formal certification which, though unclassified, contains business information submitted to the Department of State by the applicant, publication of which could cause competitive harm to the United States firm concerned.
Sincerely, Jeffrey T. Bergner, Assistant Secretary Legislative Affairs.
Enclosure: Transmittal No. DDTC 086-07.
Dated: November 9, 2007. Terry L. Davis, Acting Director, Office of Defense Trade Controls Licensing, Department of State. [FR Doc. E7-22564 Filed 11-16-07; 8:45 am]
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