Global Trade
A better way to promote exports, infrastructure and economic growth
In New Orleans today, the president promoted American exports as well as the need to strengthen the infrastructure to support them. It occurs to me there are several areas where the administration could act quickly in ways that serve both purposes and help boost economic growth.
Energy independence … or interdependence?
Last weekend the Houston Chronicle ran a smart opinion article on the future of global energy relationships that did not receive nearly as much attention as it should have.
LNG forum highlights international benefits of growing trade
A forum on Capitol Hill highlighted the energy security benefits of expanding global LNG trade by way of U.S. natural gas exports.
On permitting, timeliness is of the essence
For the full potential of proposed chemical industry investment to be realized, government agencies have to do their part – particularly when it comes to permitting.
Obama Administration missing the mark on exports?
Given the Obama administration’s struggles to increase exports, it’s baffling that officials continue to hold back on one of the surest ways to expand trade of American products to other nations. I am speaking of proposals to export liquefied natural gas (LNG).
White House Dashboard clear: Red tape a problem
Administration officials have stated a commitment to streamlining permitting for big infrastructure projects. But at the same time some of our nation’s most important projects have been stuck in a regulatory holding pattern. As these projects have languished, so have the jobs, economic activity and tax-revenues that would be unleashed if Washington were true to its word.
