This bit of news seems to have popped up suddenly and with little explanation. The federal government quietly issued a policy change yesterday halting the export of most civilian firearms, ammunition, and related accessories to much of the world. They also suspended the issuance of new firearms export licenses. There are some exceptions to the ban, but several of the world’s biggest importers of American firearms will be affected. The order was issued by the Commerce Department (?) and the reason given was rather vague, citing national security concerns and the need to ensure firearms aren’t “diverted” to hostile actors.
This is going to have an immediate impact on American firearms manufacturers including Smith & Wesson and Sig Sauer.
American Buddhist Net 
US prefers to export bigger weapons than just guns. You know, things like missiles, “smart” bombs, attack helicopters, and fighter jets.