### Question
How does the law define international business?


### Answer
Under *20 U.S.C. § 1132*, **international business** is defined as:

> profit-oriented business relationships conducted across national boundaries and includes activities such as the buying and selling of goods, investments in industries, the licensing of processes, patents and trademarks, and the supply of services

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 1132*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 27-NATIONAL VOCATIONAL STUDENT LOAN INSURANCE > SUBCHAPTER VI-INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS > Part D-General Provisions**

