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The EXBS Program Mission is to enhance U.S. national security by preventing proliferation of WMD and illicit trade in conventional weapons, and to strengthen partner countries’ capabilities to comply with international strategic trade control norms and enforcement best practices.
Funding Opportunity Number: SFOP0007566. Assistance Listing: 19.901. Funding Instrument: CA. Category: O. Award Amount: Up to $975K per award.
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