Going on the Offensive to Prepare for New Defence Export Controls

Defence Trade Controls Act 2012 – What should research institutions and high-technology companies be doing?

Now is the time to act

If the best defence is a good offence, then research institutions and high-technology companies should be auditing their activities and implementing compliance measures now to ensure they don't run into difficulties with the new export control regime under the Defence Trade Controls Act 2012 (Cth) (Act).

Publishing your work, making a phone call to an international collaborator, or sending an email to a colleague overseas may be regulated under the Act if your subject matter is military or 'dual-use' (having both civilian and military applications).