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Trade = Jobs
for workers, farmers, and communities.
Policy
Understand the most critical issues defining today’s’ trade landscape.
MEMBERS
Meet our diverse membership of Northwest manufacturers, farmers, retailers, service providers, and non-profits.
NEWS
See the latest WCIT announcements, statements, reports, opinions and articles on the intersection of trade and the Northwest.
Featured Event
WCIT 2026 DC Fly-In
WCIT 2026 DC Fly-In
WCIT's annual gathering in Washington, D.C. for members to advocate directly with Congress and the Administration on trade policy. September 14–16, 2026.
Northwest Trade Dashboard
WCIT provides its Northwest Trade Dashboard to provide a comprehensive view of the region’s international trade data – showing its impact on the economy and jobs and helping see trends develop. The dashboard covers quarterly data on:
- The volume of international trade by Congressional district
- Top exports
- Volume at all of the ports with exports*
- Top countries for imports and exports
- The number of jobs related to international trade
- The total imports and exports
- And more.
Latest Publications and News
New WCIT Analysis: USMCA Helps Support Washington’s Economy
As the U.S., Canada, and Mexico formally review the USMCA, WCIT released a new analysis documenting how deeply Washington’s economy depends on the agreement, including 320,000 jobs and nearly $11 billion in exports supported by trade with the two neighbors.
The Importance of the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement for Washington State
The US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) is vital to Washington state’s economic health, supporting trade relationships with the state’s two largest regional partners. From January to July 2025, Washington exported $6.7 billion in goods to Canada and Mexico—more than 20% of the state’s total goods exports—while importing $10.7 billion. The agreement provides critical tariff-free access that saved Washington businesses an estimated $90 million in direct tariff costs during this period. With certain industries relying on these markets for over 90% of their exports, and recent federal tariff actions threatening supply chains, the USMCA remains essential for protecting Washington exporters, stabilizing costs for importers, and sustaining thousands of jobs across the state. This report analyzes trade flows, tariff impacts, and the specific industries most dependent on North American trade partnerships.
WCIT Joins Coalition to Urge USMCA Extension
WCIT has co-signed a coalition letter led by PNWER urging U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer to approve an USMCA extension during the July 1, 2026 Joint Review. The letter — backed by 35+ organizations across the Pacific Northwest and Canada — cites over $30.5 billion in annual regional exports, 647,700 jobs, and the critical role of North American supply chains in U.S. national security and long-term economic competitiveness.
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