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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
WCIT Urges Against Withdrawal from U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS)
SEATTLE – The Washington Council on International Trade and its members – manufacturers, farmers, retailers and service providers from across Washington state – urge the Trump Administration to remain a party to the U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS). “South...
WCIT Applauds Extension of West Coast Ports Labor Contract
SEATTLE – The Washington Council on International Trade and its members applauded Friday’s announcement that the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) approved a contract extension through July 1, 2022. WCIT president Lori Otto Punke stated: “For...
WCIT Emphasizes Importance of a Strong NAFTA In Response to Trump Administration’s Announcement of NAFTA Modernization Goals
SEATTLE – In light of the Trump Administration’s announcement of goals for NAFTA’s modernization, the Washington Council on International Trade (WCIT) emphasizes the importance of maintaining the current agreement’s benefits while modernizing the deal for the 21st...
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