red tape

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He has staked his leadership on aggressive reforms that aim to deliver double-digit growth, slashing bureaucratic red tape, empowering the private sector and channelling vast resources into mega-projects.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

The government said it hopes to speed up decision making by stripping away "outdated regulations and overlapping consultations" as part of cuts to red tape.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

In California, state legislators are debating how to protect residents and natural resources without creating so much red tape that developers go elsewhere, taking their jobs and taxable earnings with them.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

Tesla and other new EV players—including Rivian and Lucid—still face hurdles and extra red tape in some states.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 7, 2026

The Beanstalk died in a bramble of red tape!

From "The Martian Chronicles" by Ray Bradbury