Kevin Wolf Interviewed by Microwave Journal on Export Reform/Controls, CFIUS, Emerging Tech

Akin Gump international trade partner Kevin Wolf was the subject of an extensive interview with Microwave Journal that covered export reforms, emerging technologies and export controls, 5G wireless and national security, and the U.S.-China relationship.

Among the highlights:

• Trump and the export control reform undertaken under the Obama administration: “The Trump Administration has not changed any of the reform rules. Indeed, to its credit, it has continued the process of regularly reviewing categories, although the pace of updates to the categories is considerably slower than should be the case.”
• Export control agencies and emerging technologies: “I’m confident that the export control agencies will take well-supported, relevant comments into serious consideration when preparing new proposed rules on emerging and foundational technologies. If not, then we can speak about how to address that outcome.”
• The impact of reforming the Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S.: “There is bound to be genuine concern that the new CFIUS and export control authorities could be implemented poorly, abused or not adequately supported with sufficient staff. But such concerns should not lead to unfounded fears that it will be harder to invest in the United States or engage in domestic research involving emerging and foundational technologies. The legislation addresses such fears with considerable procedural protections, transparency and by creating as little uncertainty as possible.”

To read the full interview, please click here.