Provides training, software, and equipment to enhance partner countries capabilities to target for physical inspection high-risk shipments that may contain WMD-related materials, conventional arms, or…

The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of International Security and Nonproliferation awarded a $1,125,561 Project Grant under the Export Control and Related Border Security (EXBS) Program (CFDA 19.901) to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The grant provides training, software, and equipment to enhance partner countries' capabilities to target high-risk shipments that may contain weapons of mass destruction-related materials, conventional arms, or other contraband of concern. The project aims to strengthen border controls, improve physical inspection of cargo, and interdict illicit materials to prevent proliferation. UNODC, as the prime awardee, may utilize sub-awards to entities such as University Research Co., LLC to deliver community drug treatment services in support of the grant objectives. The award period runs from October 2, 2023 through December 31, 2025.

Provides training, software, and equipment to enhance partner countries capabilities to target for physical inspection high-risk shipments that may contain WMD-related materials, conventional arms, or other contraband of concern.