Examines the role that performing arts play in the wealth of nations and offers policy options to promote the performing arts as a promising component of economic and social development. From the World Bank
http://www.europarl.europa.eu/RegData/etudes/BRIE/2015/544564/EXPO_BRI%282015%29544564_EN.pdf
Provides a series of links to and summaries of policy papers relating to the proposed Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership. The papers cover such issues as impact of the partnership on agriculture, employment, the environment, food safety, and more. From the European Parliament
Describes the revised Cuban Assets Control Regulations and Export Administration Regulations which implement the changes toward Cuba announced by President Obama in December 2014. The changes relate to travel to and trade with Cuba, financial services and more. From the Commerce Department
http://www.fas.org/sgp/crs/misc/R43442.pdf
Examines the historical reasons for restrictions on the exporting of crude oil by the U.S., the current push to drop or revise the ban, and various considerations that need to be kept in mind including price effects, energy security, international trade policy, and environmental issues. From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists
http://www.rita.dot.gov/bts/bts/sites/rita.dot.gov.bts/files/Pocket%20Guide%202015.pdf
A collection of statistics that provides key information and highlights major trends in the U.S. transportation system. Covers infrastructure, moving people and goods, economic issues, safety, and the environment. From the Bureau of Transportation Statistics
http://www.ustr.gov/sites/default/files/2014-Report-to-Congress-Final.pdf
Annual report by the U.S. on the degree of China’s compliance with World Trade Organization commitments. Identifies areas where progress has been achieved and areas of concern. From the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative
A new annual federal report that covers manufacturing data on the value of product shipments and associated export/import data. From the Census Bureau
http://www.eia.gov/analysis/requests/fe/pdf/lng.pdf
Updates a 2012 study on whether permitting increased exports of natural gas will affect energy prices in U.S. markets. From the Energy Information Administration