Export controls: balancing technological innovation and national security

Journal Article · · Issues Sci. Technol.; (United States)

OSTI ID:5949225

Schmitt, R W

Export control on sophisticated technologies to our adversaries are essential, but they require restrictions on trade that create friction with our allies as well and make it difficult for American companies to compete for world markets. Controls also impinge on the freedom of American scientists and engineers to communicate with each other and with colleagues in other countries. The author warns that excessively strict controls on technology transfer can threaten the creative environment that has placed the US at the forefront of technology. He suggests a balanced approach that will maintain a capability for leadership by distinguishing between military and non-military utility and establishes separate criteria for exports to Communist and non-Communist countries.

• Research Organization: General Electric Research and Development Center, Schenectady, NY
• OSTI ID: 5949225
• Journal Information: Issues Sci. Technol.; (United States), Journal Name: Issues Sci. Technol.; (United States) Vol. 1:1; ISSN ISTEE
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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