Simple English definitions for legal terms
Read a random definition: subject-matter waiver
Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs: A group of people who work for the U.S. government and make decisions about things like food, phones, energy, planes, and boats when it comes to other countries. They have a short name, EB.
The Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs (EB) is a department within the U.S. Department of State. Its main responsibility is to develop policies on international matters related to various industries such as food, communications, energy, air transportation, and maritime affairs.
For example, the EB may work on policies related to international trade agreements for food products, regulations for air transportation safety, or agreements on energy production and distribution.
The EB plays an important role in promoting economic growth and stability both domestically and internationally. By developing policies that support businesses and industries, the EB helps to create jobs and improve the overall economy.
Bureau of Economic Analysis | Bureau of Engraving and Printing