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Executive Order 13314

Waiver Under the Trade Act of 1974 With Respect to Turkmenistan

This executive order waives certain trade restrictions under the Trade Act of 1974 for Turkmenistan, specifically the application of subsections (a) and (b) of section 402, which relate to nonmarket economy countries and freedom of emigration (Jackson-Vanik amendment provisions). The waiver follows a required congressional report and allows Turkmenistan to receive normal trade relations treatment.

Federal Register Open PDF 68 FR 48249

Key directives

  • Waive application of Trade Act section 402(a) and (b) with respect to Turkmenistan

Timeline

Immediate

  • Waiver takes effect upon signing, removing Jackson-Vanik trade restrictions on Turkmenistan

Near term (90d)

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Long term

  • Sustained normal trade relations status for Turkmenistan contingent on continued presidential determinations

Risks & tensions

  • Waiver is discretionary and reversible by future administrations; no permanent trade status granted
  • Turkmenistan's human rights record (particularly freedom of emigration) remains a statutory concern under Jackson-Vanik framework despite waiver
  • Congressional reporting requirement suggests ongoing oversight tension
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