by Dan Whiting | Feb 14, 2024 | Publications
What is digital trade? Digital trade, or e-commerce, is the delivery of products and services over the Internet.[1] Digital trade includes the exchange of end-products (e.g., downloadable movies or games), associated products (e.g., smartphones), and services that...
by Dan Whiting | Sep 26, 2023 | Publications
What is a “de minimis threshold”? In an international trade context, a “de minimis” refers to shipments of imports falling below a minimum value and are eligible for duty-free entry, subject to certain conditions. Per Section 321, 19 USC 1321, the de minimis...
by Dan Whiting | Jan 16, 2023 | Publications
We released our first report for 2023, Farming for the Future: Capitalizing on Washington State’s Agriculture and Seafood Export Opportunities. It looks at: What is the impact of agriculture and seafood exports on Washington state’s economy How to improve...
by Colleen Boetel | Jun 23, 2022 | Publications
Executive Summary Favorable geography, a diverse economy, and an expansive public port system have enabled Washington state’s economy to reap the benefits of international trade helping the state’s businesses and farmers to thrive in the global marketplace. Indeed,...
by Colleen Boetel | Mar 23, 2022 | Publications
Executive Summary Washington state and Israel are globally recognized as centers of innovation, entrepreneurialism, and cutting-edge technology. Indeed, both followed a similar formula to achieve sustained economic success: a dynamic technology sector, international...
by Colleen Boetel | Nov 16, 2021 | Publications
TL;DR: This WCIT report (Nov 2021) highlights the importance of international trade for Washington state’s and Oregon’s economic growth and job creation. It emphasizes the need for policy updates to address new digital trade opportunities, supply chain...
