The Evolving China Landscape: Navigating Export Controls, Military-End-Use, and Compliance
May 21, 2025 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM ET
Evolving regulatory requirements and geopolitical risks continue to shape business operations and international trade involving China. The growing focus on safeguarding intellectual property and preventing the transfer of advanced technologies intended to support China’s military-industrial base has led to an expanding framework of regulatory restrictions, particularly in international trade.
Join experts from Kharon and Descartes as they discuss the shifting landscape of export controls, Military-End-Use (MEU) restrictions, and US federal government and contractor supply chain prohibitions under the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Through case studies and practical insights, we will explore how companies can identify hidden risks, strengthen compliance efforts, and adapt to evolving regulations. Learn how intelligence-driven insights and practical tools can help organizations stay ahead of changing export control landscapes and supply chain restrictions.
Speakers:
Olivia Valone, Strategic Growth Director, Kharon
Olivia is the Strategic Growth Director at Kharon, where she partners with leading organizations to navigate complex sanctions and compliance challenges. With over five years at Kharon, she has developed deep expertise in military end use (MEU), export controls, and financial crime compliance. Before joining Kharon, Olivia specialized in due diligence, supporting financial institutions in uncovering and addressing legal, reputational, and financial risks. Her work sits at the intersection of risk intelligence and strategic decision-making, helping clients stay ahead in an evolving regulatory landscape.
Jackson Wood, Director of Industry Strategy, Global Trade Intelligence, Descartes Systems Group
Jackson Wood is the Director, Industry Strategy, operating across Descartes’ Global Trade Intelligence business. Jackson works collaboratively with Product Management, Global Marketing and Commercial Operations partners to help develop and deliver solutions that address the increasing complexity and volatility of today’s global trade environment. With a keen focus on both the present and emerging needs of Descartes’ customers, Jackson leverages his 15+ years of experience in market research, strategic planning, change management and corporate development to provide meaningful insights that help increase and amplify the value clients realize from Descartes’ solutions. Jackson joined the organization in December 2019, and brings over a decade of trade compliance industry experience to his role.