International Trade Centre

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International Trade Centre

The International Trade Centre (ITC) is a joint agency of the World Trade Organization (WTO) and the United Nations (UN). It is dedicated to supporting the internationalization of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The ITC's mission is to foster inclusive and sustainable economic development and contribute to achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

History[edit | edit source]

The ITC was established in 1964 as the International Trade Information Centre. It was created to provide trade-related technical assistance to developing countries. Over the years, the ITC has evolved to address the changing needs of the global trade environment.

Functions[edit | edit source]

The ITC provides a range of services to support SMEs in developing countries, including:

Market analysis and research
Trade information services
Export development and promotion
Trade facilitation
Capacity building and training

Programs and Initiatives[edit | edit source]

The ITC runs several programs and initiatives aimed at enhancing the trade capacities of developing countries. Some of these include:

SheTrades Initiative: Aims to connect three million women entrepreneurs to international markets by 2021.
Ethical Fashion Initiative: Links the world's top fashion talents to marginalized artisans in developing countries.
Trade for Sustainable Development (T4SD): Supports businesses in integrating sustainability into their operations.

Governance[edit | edit source]

The ITC is governed by a Joint Advisory Group (JAG), which includes representatives from the WTO, the UN, and member states. The JAG meets annually to review the ITC's activities and provide strategic guidance.

Headquarters[edit | edit source]

The ITC is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.

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