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Keeping in mind that while political sanctions such as CAATSA are enforced to deter and prevent a country’s adversaries from obtaining key weapons systems and technology, controlling arms exports can also be seen as a way to not only maximize export opportunities, but also “control” its allies and provide room for political maneuvering in certain times. In other words, restricting the trade in weapons can be perceived as a strategy to minimize the risk of partner countries from supporting adversaries in times of crisis.