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The Department of State has updated the Exchange Visitors Skills List, which identifies countries that need people with certain specialized skills. This list is used to see if someone in the U.S. on a "J" nonimmigrant exchange visa must spend two years in their home country before applying for other U.S. visas. This updated list replaces the previous version from 2009 and incorporates factors like a country’s GDP and migration rates to decide which skills are necessary. This list helps with U.S. foreign policy and doesn't require the usual public comment process due to its relation to foreign affairs.

The Department of Defense has announced an arms sale to Egypt, involving light tactical vehicle chassis and related equipment, worth an estimated $200 million. This sale aims to enhance Egypt's military capability, supporting U.S. foreign policy and national security by strengthening a key ally in the Middle East. The sale will not disrupt the military balance in the region and will include U.S. support for operations and maintenance training. The main contractor for this project is AM General, LLC, and there are no offset agreements involved.

The Department of Defense has issued a notice about the potential sale of additional missile defense systems to the United Arab Emirates. This sale will include 12 THAAD launchers, support, and upgrade services valued at $1.163 billion, raising the total case value to $8.113 billion. The sale aims to enhance the UAE's defense capabilities and strengthen its partnership with the United States, contributing to regional security and stability. The highest security classification for this sale is SECRET.

The Department of Defense (DoD) has published an arms sales notification regarding the sale of 28-meter patrol craft production kits to the Government of Egypt. This proposed sale, valued at $129 million, aims to support U.S. foreign policy and enhance Egypt's defense capabilities by improving its security operations. The sale includes kits with boats, infrared systems, and supporting services, and it will not affect the military balance in the region. Swiftships, located in Morgan City, LA, will be the primary contractor for this sale.

The Department of Defense has issued a notice regarding a proposed arms sale to Romania, which involves the purchase of 263 Javelin missiles and 26 Javelin launch units, among other support equipment and services, valued at $80 million. This sale aims to boost Romania's defense capabilities as a NATO ally and align with U.S. foreign policy and national security interests. The sale includes sensitive technology, but Romania has been deemed capable of safeguarding this technology adequately. The prime contractors for this sale are Raytheon and Lockheed Martin.

The Department of Defense (DoD) has announced an arms sales notice involving an update to a previous agreement with Canada. This update includes the sale of various military equipment such as missiles and spare parts, with a total estimated value of $2.21 billion. The purpose of this sale is to enhance Canada's military capabilities, supporting U.S. foreign policy and national security objectives. The sale includes sensitive technology, and the highest level of classified items being sold is SECRET.

The Department of Defense has announced an arms sale to Egypt, allowing them to purchase up to 168 RIM-116C Rolling Airframe Missiles (RAM) Block 2 tactical missiles. This deal, valued at approximately $197 million, includes related support and logistical services. The sale aims to strengthen Egypt's naval defense, specifically improving their protection of coastal regions and the Suez Canal, without upsetting the regional military balance. Raytheon Missiles & Defense is the principal contractor for this sale, and no U.S. personnel will be required to assist in Egypt.

The Department of Defense (DoD) announced a proposed sale of military equipment to the Government of Greece, including up to 40 F-35 Joint Strike Fighter aircraft and various supporting items, with an estimated total cost of $8.6 billion. This sale is intended to support U.S. foreign policy by strengthening the military capabilities of Greece, a NATO ally, and improving its ability to maintain regional security. The equipment will help Greece modernize its air force and enhance its interoperability with U.S. and NATO forces. The DoD assures that this sale will not negatively affect U.S. defense readiness and has been authorized for export to Greece.

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced its intention to sell military equipment to Chile. This sale includes up to 16 Standard Missile-2 Block IIIA missiles and other support equipment, valued at approximately $85 million. The sale aims to improve Chile's defense capabilities and aligns with U.S. foreign policy and national security goals by strengthening ties with a strategic partner in South America. Raytheon Missiles and Defense, based in Tucson, Arizona, will be the primary contractor, and no U.S. defense readiness will be impacted by this sale.

The Department of Defense has published an unclassified notice about a potential arms sale to Canada, involving telecommunications services that provide satellite communications support for the Canadian Armed Forces. This $138 million proposed sale aims to enhance Canada’s military capabilities, especially in support of North American defense operations, and to bolster U.S. foreign policy and national security objectives. The sale includes technical support, training, and logistics services, with no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness anticipated. The prime contractor for this project will be General Dynamics, and the sale is not expected to affect the regional military balance.