Export Promotion Agency
Argentina: ProArgentina Export Promotion
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: June 11, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Argentina
Armenian Development Agency (ADA)
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 26, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Business Services, Armenia, Industry Specific, Investment Promotion Agency, Regulatory Agencies
Australia: Australian Trade Commission
Austrade was created by the Federal Government to help Australian businesses sell their products (including perishable goods, manufactured items, and professional services) overseas. A directory of Australian Exporting firms, trade statistics, event calendar, industry reports, and information on investing in Australia are included.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 26, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Business Services, Australia, Industry Specific, Investment Promotion Agency, Regulatory Agencies
Azerbaijan Export and Investment Promotion
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: August 1, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Azerbaijan, Investment Promotion Agency
Bangladesh: Export Promotion Bureau
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: August 1, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Bangladesh
Brazil: BrasilGlobalNet
Within the Ministry of Foreign Relations of Brazil, the Trade Promotion Department offers this site through the BrasilGlobalNet. This site offers information for potential investors in Brazil. In addition to a foreign investor's guide, important addresses, information on company formation, and a listing of trade fairs can be found. Free registration required. The site is available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: June 11, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Brazil, Investment Promotion Agency
Bulgaria: Bulgarian Small and Medium Enterprises Promotion Agency (BSMEPA)
An agency of the Bulgarian Ministry of Economy, the Bulgarian Small and Medium Enterprises Promotion Agency (BSMEPA) includes information on general and economic overview of Bulgaria, trade regulations, trade statistics and industry information. Also featured is a directory of companies and trade leads. Site is also available in Bulgarian.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: June 11, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Bulgaria
Cambodia Trade Promotion Department
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: January 31, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Cambodia
Chile: The Chilean Trade Commission (Prochile)
The Chilean Trade Commission, an agency of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, provides information from the basics of Chile to business related information. Databases include exported products and exporting companies, foreign investment application procedures, and international trade fair listings, among others. Available in English and Spanish.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 21, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Chile
Dominican Republic: Dominicana Exporta
Dominicana Exporta provides information for foreign investors looking to import from the Dominican Republic with information about the country's key exporting markets, statistics of foreign trade, and other useful tools like a currency converter and online translating service. Resource is available in English and Spanish.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 28, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Dominican Republic
Export Promotion Agency of Afghanistan
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: January 7, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Afghanistan
Exporta de El Salvador
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 24, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, El Salvador
FIDE: Invest in Honduras
FIDE, Investment and Exports, is a private, non-profit institution which works with the government and other private institutions to improve the business climate in Honduras and promote foreign direct investment and exports. Learn more about the business climate, different industries, and read through helpful documents to receive the information you need to invest in Honduras.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 7, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Honduras
Fiji Islands Trade and Investment Bureau
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 6, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Fiji, Investment Promotion Agency
Finland: Export Promotion and Internationalization (EPI)
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Finland
Germany: Foreign Trade and Investment Promotion Scheme
A conglomerate of Euler Hermes Kreditversicherungs-AG and PricewaterhouseCoopers Aktiengesellschaft Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft (PwC AG) was appointed by the German government to manage foreign trade and investment promotion schemes. The site includes information on export credit guarantees, investment guarantees, and untied loan guarantees specific to Germany.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 7, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Germany, Investment Promotion Agency
Ghana Export Promotion Council
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 23, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Ghana
Grenada: Ministry of Economic Development, Trade, Planning and Cooperatives
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 1, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Grenada, Commerce Ministry
Invest Barbados
Invest Barbados (IB) is an economic development agency of the government of Barbados. It is responsible for attracting and sustaining international investment for Barbados. The site contains the general information of Barbodos. It also provides current information about Barbodos's business environment to investors. The site is available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Chinese.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 9, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Barbados
Invest in Macedonia
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 23, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Macedonia, Investment Promotion Agency
Italy: The Italian Institute for Foreign Trade
The Italian Institute for Foreign Trade provides contact information for Italian firms interested in trading with a particular country, information on Italian laws and regulations, detailed profiles of Italian consultancy companies, and statistical information relating to trading with Italy. Training programs aimed at entrepreneurs or civil servants from developing countries and economies in transition are also offered.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 13, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Italy
Jamaica Promotion Corporation
Jamaica Promotions Corporation focuses on trade and investment in Jamaica. It offers latest news in Jamaica, along with links and articles connecting visitors with information on Tender Opportunities, Funding, Related Agencies and Career Opportunities.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: March 14, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Jamaica, Investment Promotion Agency
Jordan: Enterprise Development Corporation
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 21, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Jordan
Kazakhstan: National Export and Investment Agency
The National Agency for Export and Investment Kazakhstan, KAZNEX aims to promote Kazakhstan's non-oil exports and foreign direct investment. This site offers many analysis papers about exports and investments in Kazakhstan. It also contains news stories and video interviews. The site is available in Russian and English.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: January 31, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Kazakhstan, Investment Promotion Agency
Laos Trade Portal
The Lao PDR Trade Portal helps traders find all the information required to import and exports goods from Laos. the Guide to Import-Export provides details essential for doing trade with Laos.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: December 5, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Laos
Libyan Export Promotion Center
Not available in english
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: December 7, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Libya
Malaysia: Malaysian External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE)
The Malaysian External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) was formed as the promotion arm of Malaysia's Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI). The site provides market research information, a listing of trade events, and support services for both importers and exporters of Malaysian products.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: June 11, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Malaysia
Mexico: Bancomext National Bank of External Commerce
Bancomext is a creation of the Mexican government whose primary objective is to promote the exportation of goods. The site has relevant information on commercial support, financial assistance, project coordination and diverse services for businessmen. Site is available only in Spanish.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 16, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Mexico
Morocco: Export Promotion Agency
Morocco Moroccan Center for Export or Export Promotions is an operational body responsible for the implementation of the government policy of promoting exports. With legal personality and financial autonomy, it is under the Ministry of Industry, Trade and New Technologies. Website available in french, Arabic, English, and Spanish.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 15, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Morocco
Mozambique: Export Promotion Agency
The Institute for Promotion of Exports aims to promote and coordinate the implementation of measures and policies aimed at the development of Mozambican exports. The site contains general industry information and regional agreement documents.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 2, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Mozambique
New Zealand: New Zealand Trade and Enterprise
New Zealand Trade and Enterprise is a government agency that facilitates trade and international investments between New Zealand and the rest of the economies of the world. Information includes getting ready to export, developing knowledge & expertise, accessing networks, exploring markets, and obtaining funding assistance.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 24, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, New Zealand
Nigerian Export Promotion Council
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 24, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Nigeria
Oman: The Omani Center for Investment and Export Development
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: July 19, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Oman, Investment Promotion Agency
Pakistan: Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP)
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: July 19, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Pakistan
Papua New Guinea: Investment Promotion Authority
The Investment Promotion Authority implements policies and programs aimed at increasing total annual investments, greater increases in non-mining sector investments and increasing the level of investments financed by the domestic sector. The IPA is a statutory organization established in 1992 by an Act of Parliament to promote and facilitate investment in Papua New Guinea.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 24, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Papua New Guinea, Investment Promotion Agency
Paraguay: Red de Inversiones y Exportaciones
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 24, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Paraguay, Investment Promotion Agency
Peru: PROMPERU Commission for Promotion of Export and Tourism
PROMPERU is an institution of the Peruvian State whose objective is to promote the export of Peruvian goods and services. This site contains a variety of information for potential exporters including export directories, events, international trade documentation, and market research. The site is only available in Spanish.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 24, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Peru
Philippines: Department of Trade and Industry
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is an agency of the Philippine Government and aims to provide an environment conducive to the growth of enterprises and trade both within and outside the Philippines. The website provides sections on trade with the Philippines, investments, consumer welfare, and SME concerns. The Publications and Laws & Policies sections may prove useful for those interested in regulations on trade in the Philippines.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: January 21, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Philippines, Commerce Ministry
Polish Export Promotion Portal
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 24, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Poland
Serbia Investment and Export Promotion Agency (SIEPA)
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: December 3, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Serbia, Investment Promotion Agency
Seychelles International Business Authority
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: June 11, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Seychelles
Sierra Leone Investment and Export Promotion Agency
Sierra Leone Investment and Export Promotion Agency stimulates domestic and foreign investment by the leveraging of public and private sector resources. The site contains information on exports and provides a guide for starting a business in Sierra Leone.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 3, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Sierra Leone, Investment Promotion Agency
Slovak Investment and Trade Development Agency
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: January 30, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Slovakia, Investment Promotion Agency
South Africa: Department of Trade and Industry
The South African Department of Trade and Industry's aim is to encourage a dynamic industrial, globally competitive South African economy, characterized by inclusive growth and development, decent employment, and equity, built on the full potential of all citizens. It's strategic objectives include facilitating the transformation of the economy to promote industrial development, investment, competitiveness and employment creation; building mutually beneficial regional and global relations to advance South Africa´s trade, industrial policy and economic development objectives; and facilitate broad-based economic participation through targeted interventions to achieve more inclusive growth.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 14, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, South Africa, Investment Promotion Agency
South Korea: Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency
The Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency was established under the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency Act with the purpose of helping foreign companies identify quality products and companies in Korea. The site provides general information about Korea, as well as related links with Korean trade information.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 2, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, South Korea
Spain: Instituto Español de Comercio Exterior
The Instituto Español de Comercio Exterior (ICEX) works to help Spanish businesses to increase their exports and to facilitate an international presence. This resource offers detailed information on exporting and making international investments from Spain through in-depth country profiles. Additionally, the website provides industry information and useful export statistics. (Available in Spanish only)
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 26, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Spain
Sri Lanka Export Development Board
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (SLEDB) commonly known as the EDB is the premier state organisation dealing with the promotion and development of exports.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: January 28, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Sri Lanka
Sweden: National Board of Trade
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: June 13, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Sweden
Switzerland: Swiss Import and Export Promotion Agency
The Swiss Import and Export Promotion Agency informs, advises and guides SMEs from Switzerland and Liechtenstein in their international business ventures. It links companies, experts and private and public organizations around the world, thus facilitating efficient promotion of foreign trade. Apart from export promotion, it has also been responsible for promoting Switzerland as a business location abroad since the beginning of 2008, as well as for promoting imports from selected developing and transition countries. Resource available in English, French, German, and Italian.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: January 29, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Switzerland, Investment Promotion Agency
Thailand: Department of Export Promotion
An agency under the Thai government, the Department of Export Promotion provides an overview of Thailand, trade opportunities, investment information, an events listing, and an exporter directory. Site available in Chinese, English, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian and Thai.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: June 13, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Thailand
The Israel Export and International Cooperation Institute
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 24, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Israel
Tunisia Export: Center for the Promotion of Exports
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: June 13, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Tunisia
Uganda: Export Promotion Board
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: June 13, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Uganda
UK Trade & Investment
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: June 13, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, United Kingdom, Investment Promotion Agency
United States: Export.gov
Export.gov brings together resources from across the U.S. Government to assist American businesses in planning their international sales strategies and succeed in today’s global marketplace. This site features market research and trade leads from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Commercial Service, export finance information from Export-Import Bank and the Small Business Administration and agricultural export assistance from USD.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: June 13, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, United States
Uruguay: Investment and Export Promotion Agency
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 30, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Uruguay, Investment Promotion Agency
Vietnam: Trade Agency/Export Promotion Centre
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 24, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Vietnam
Zambia: Development Agency
The Zambian Development Agency is responsible for fostering economic growth and development in Zambia through promoting trade and investment and has the challenge to develop an internationally competitive Zambian economy through innovations that promotes high skills, productive investment, and increased trade.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 8, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Zambia, Investment Promotion Agency