Bureaus

Concept of Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) in Foreign Trade

A definition of Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) in relation with foreign trade is provided here: This bureau within the U.S. Department of Commerce is concerned with the advancement of U.S. national security, foreign policy, and economic interests. The BIS is responsible for regulating the export of sensitive goods and technologies; enforcing export control, antiboycott, and public safety laws; cooperating with and assisting other countries on export control and strategic trade issues; and assisting U.S. industry to comply with international arms control agreements.