Amending EO 13675 To Expand Membership on Council on Business in Africa

Aug 8, 2016

Summary

Adds more private business members to a group that advises the President on how to improve trade and investment between the U.S. and Africa.

What problem does this solve?

The government needed more diverse advice from businesses about trade in Africa. This order solves the problem by increasing the number of members on the advisory council to get more viewpoints.

What does this order do?

Increases council membership size

Expands the President's Advisory Council on Doing Business in Africa from a maximum of 15 members to a maximum of 26 members.

Who does this affect?

U.S. companies trading with or investing in Africa
Members of the President's Advisory Council on Doing Business in Africa

What is the real world impact?

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Get more diverse business advice

By adding more members from different business areas, the government can get a wider range of ideas and experiences to help improve trade with Africa. This helps make sure government plans match what businesses actually need.

When does this start?

This order takes effect on August 3, 2016, the date it was signed.