WCIT — Washington Council on International Trade – WCIT advocates for trade policies and investments that increase our state’s international competitiveness and benefit Washington’s workers and employers.

2021 WCIT Trade Summit: Part 2

The annual Trade Summit is WCIT’s signature event, bringing together the state’s top business, government, and community leaders to share insights on critical issues in international trade policy and identify actions to support priorities. Register by Nov 19 for a free ticket! email angela@wcit.org to register

New Research: The Pacific Northwest Global Trade Hub

By leveraging natural geographic advantages, an international posture and a cutting-edge,diversified economy, the Pacific Northwest has become a leading player in global trade. Jobsand economic growth in both Oregon and Washington are highly dependent on the goods andservices, foreign direct investment, imports, and exports that constitute international trade. View full report here

The Washington Port System: Gateways to Growth at Home and Opportunities Abroad

Activities at Washington’s public ports support over 175,000 family-wage jobs. With approximately 40 percent of all jobs tied to international commerce, Washington is the most trade-reliant state in the nation. Geographic advantages including proximity to the Pacific Ocean, natural deep water harbors courtesy of the Puget Sound, and an unparalleled network of roads, railways, and […]

U.S.-U.K. Free Trade Agreement: Opportunities and Challenges for Washington State

Negotiations between the United States and the United Kingdom on a free trade agreement offer great economic growth opportunities in Washington state. Read our new report and learn about the critical trade and investment relationship between both nations, and what a new deal may mean for trade-reliant Washingtonians. As the single largest foreign investment source […]

International Trade and the Global Pandemic: Impacts of COVID-19 on Washington’s Trade Economy

The WTO Predicts Global Goods Trade Will Decrease by Up to 32% Due to COVID-19. In our newest research, we examine the economic slowdown on Washington state’s top trade partners and its implications for the state’s economy. COVID-19 is hitting Washington’s supply chain, cargo flow through local ports, and suppressing demand on foodservice and agricultural […]

How WCIT works

Evaluate

Evaluate and share objective data on the impact of trade policies on the region’s economy.

Educate

Educate our local, state and federal elected officials about the benefits of strong international trade policies and investments to Washington employers and residents.

Engage

Engage diverse stakeholders from across Washington, Oregon, and Idaho to drive policy changes that help local businesses succeed in the global marketplace.

Upcoming Events

WCIT Virtual Trade Summit - Part 2

December 2 @ 11:00 am

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WCIT Advisory Board Meeting

December 9 @ 1:00 pm

Advisory board members are welcome to join via conference call or Zoom to review WCIT’s policy work in 2021 and discuss advocacy strategy for next quarter. A detailed invitation will…

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2021 WCIT Trade Summit: Part 2

New Research: The Pacific Northwest Global Trade Hub

The Washington Port System: Gateways to Growth at Home and Opportunities Abroad

U.S.-U.K. Free Trade Agreement: Opportunities and Challenges for Washington State

International Trade and the Global Pandemic: Impacts of COVID-19 on Washington’s Trade Economy

How WCIT works

Evaluate

Educate

Engage

Upcoming Events

WCIT Virtual Trade Summit - Part 2

December 2 @ 11:00 am

WCIT Advisory Board Meeting

December 9 @ 1:00 pm

News Room

Press Releases

New Research Study Highlights Breadth and Impact of Pacific Northwest Trade Region

Press Releases

2021 WCIT Trade Summit: Part 2

Publications

New Research: The Pacific Northwest Global Trade Hub

Press Releases

WCIT Statement On Infrastructure Bill

Press Releases

US China Trade Statement

WCIT in the News

Seattle Times

Sustainable Aviation Fuel: An Important Step in International Trade

The Columbian

Shipping Industry’s Woes Hit Washington Hard

The Seattle Times

Washington State Faces Uncertainty as Biden Continues Hard Line on Trade

Seattle Times

The Path to a New China Policy

The Seattle Times

On a Crowded Agenda, Biden Must Make Room for Trade

The Columbian

State Paying the Price of Trump’s Trade Policy