Western officials arrive in the UAE amid push to deprive Russia of advanced microchips

Senior Western officials visited the UAE to discuss sanctions implementation amid concerns over exports to Russia that could aid its war in Ukraine.
The visit comes as part of a global push to prevent advanced microchips and other dual-use items from reaching Russia.
The US recently added licensing requirements for Nvidia and AMD chips bound for the Middle East over tech transfer concerns.
The UAE says it has sophisticated customs systems to reflect developments in dual-use tech and has enforced sanctions.
The UAE has condemned Russia's invasion but expanded economic ties, walking a tightrope between Washington and Moscow.

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