[Satellite Today – 1-23-08] U.S. President George W. Bush has signed a package of directives that will ensure export control policies and practices support the National Security Strategy of 2006, the White House announced Jan. 22.
    These new directives will advance a more efficient and transparent export licensing process and enhance dispute resolution mechanisms, the White House said in a press release. They will also help ensure proper levels of control for continued U.S. economic competitiveness and innovation while protecting national security. The Directives are intended to clarify and strengthen the ability of the U.S. Government to monitor and deny U.S. controlled goods, services or technologies to a potential enemy.