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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
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
Guest Post from US Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker: “Creating Washington State Jobs Through Trade”
As Secretary of Commerce, my job is to work to create the conditions for American businesses and workers to keep their competitive edge in the 21st century economy. American businesses face a world that is more competitive than ever. With modern technology and...
What’s in the TTIP – Pizza, Pasta and More Export to Europe!
Hi fellow trade nerds, my name is Lara Giannelli and I am the new intern at WCIT! And yes - you guessed it, I am Italian! While I know everyone is talking about the TPP, today I’m reporting on the other big trade agreement being negotiated between the U.S. and the EU...
Raising a Toast to the EXIM Bank
What does WCIT do to celebrate the reauthorization of the Export-Import (EXIM) Bank? Eat sausages and drink craft beer of course! This week we partied at Hilliard’s Brewery with dozens of local businesses who utilize the EXIM Bank’s programs for a very special reason:...
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If you are interested in membership, please visit our Membership page.