Title: Describe the services and programs provided by Virginia and federal agencies and organizations that facilitate global trade.
Course: Opportunities in Global Trade (12056-I) > Section: Examining Virginia's Role in Global Trade

Description should include a list of state and federal agencies and organizations that facilitate global trade and a description of the functions of each. Some resources include

- Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP)—promotes international trade for companies throughout Virginia
- Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS)—helps Virginia companies develop profitable export opportunities for agricultural, food, and forest products
- U.S. Commercial Service—the trade promotion arm of the U.S. Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration
- Export-Import Bank of the United States—the official export-credit agency of the United States)
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection—facilitates lawful international travel and trade
- Port of Virginia—manages the receiving and shipping of goods into and out of Virginia
- Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority—operates Reagan National and Dulles International airports
- Fair Trade Federation—promotes North American organizations committed to fair trade practices
- Small Business Development Centers—provide assistance and counseling for small businesses.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are the major Virginia and federal agencies and organizations that facilitate global trade? What are the functions and services of each?
- How do these Virginia agencies and organizations relate to the domestic economy? To global trade?
- What types of information do these Virginia agencies and organizations provide?
- How do these Virginia agencies and organizations help companies begin exporting their products or services?
- Where online can Virginia laws be found? Where can federal laws be found?