WCIT
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
Meeting with Rep. Adam Smith
Meeting with Rep. Adam Smith
WCIT is hosting a meeting with Rep. Adam Smith in Seattle to discuss recent developments in international trade and how Congress and help promote a robust trade ecosystem. Lunch will
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
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...
Washington Council on International Trade (WCIT) Identifies Top Trade Issues Facing Washingtonians in New 2020 Trade Policy Agenda
View full press release here WCIT has updated its policy agenda and identified the top 8 issues facing trade active Washingtonians. The WCIT 2020 Trade Policy Agenda summarizes each issue, shares specifics on policies and areas the organization is advocating and...
Statement from Washington Council on International Trade (WCIT) President Lori Otto Punke on U.S. Canada Tariff Threats
View full press release here In the wake of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) entering into force on July 1, there have been reports of trade tensions between the United States and Canada that could result in the re-imposition of tariffs on aluminum...
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If you are interested in membership, please visit our Membership page.