| Agency | Description |
|---|---|
| TradeKorea | tradeKorea.com gives
massive amount of information with over 70,000 KITA members and
non-member domestic companies. Also, multifunctional e-catalog,
inquiries & offers, and meeting potential business partners are
provided(run by KITA, Korea International Trade Association) |
| GobizKorea | GobizKorea publishes
information on high-quality products, and provides the manufacturer
matching service to foreign buyers in search of reliable business
partners(run by SBC, Small and medium Business Corporation) |
| EC21 | EC21 offers global
market research, on/offline overseas marketing, trade education programs
and overseas cooperation. Also, EC21 operates the EU Gateway Programme,
a business cooperation funded and managed by the (EU)(run by EC21) |
| ecplaza | ecplaza operates not
only B2B website, EDI service and trade consulting but also offline
trade-related services for SMEs(run by ecplaza) |
| buyKorea | A global B2B e-marketplace which supports product search, online transaction, EMS shipping etc.(run by KOTRA, Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency) |
Showing posts with label Korea International Trade Association. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Korea International Trade Association. Show all posts
Wednesday, November 19, 2014
Market place - KITA
History - KITA
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Paperless Trade via u_Trade Hub - KITA
KITA actively establishes and promotes the use of electronic trade
infrastructure and operates a website that serves as a one-stop service
center for trade information.
- Paperless e-trade system called u-TradeHub(http://www.utradehub.or.kr), the national electronic trade infrastructure, allows trade companies to save time and costs, contributing to enhanced export competitiveness.
- KITA conveniently provides extensive trade information on its official website(http://www.kita.net).
- Paperless e-trade system called u-TradeHub(http://www.utradehub.or.kr), the national electronic trade infrastructure, allows trade companies to save time and costs, contributing to enhanced export competitiveness.
- KITA conveniently provides extensive trade information on its official website(http://www.kita.net).
Researching Industry and Nurturing Experts - KITA
As a think tank representing Korea's trade industry, KITA
presents new trade strategies and nurtures trade experts who will lead
global trade in the 21th century.
- KITA is committed to a new vision for Korea's trade through the development of practical strategies based on trade facilitation studies, FTAs with key countries, studies on economic issues in different regions, and analyses of export-import and global economic trends.
- KITA runs education programs that range from trade practice, international marketing and finance to foreign languages. So far, these programs have produced over 200,000 trade professionals. The organization not only nurtures the next generation of global trade experts, but also transfers education and training systems to developing countries.
- KITA is committed to a new vision for Korea's trade through the development of practical strategies based on trade facilitation studies, FTAs with key countries, studies on economic issues in different regions, and analyses of export-import and global economic trends.
- KITA runs education programs that range from trade practice, international marketing and finance to foreign languages. So far, these programs have produced over 200,000 trade professionals. The organization not only nurtures the next generation of global trade experts, but also transfers education and training systems to developing countries.
Resolving Industry Difficulties - KITA
KITA aims to resolve challenges faced by the Korean trade industry.
- KITA's Trade Call Center is open to companies that are experiencing difficulties in their trade operations. Translation and consulting services concerning import restrictions are also available.
- KITA operates Trade SOS(http://tradesos.kita.net) where companies can request for customized on-site trade consulting to gain a stronger control over their business.
- KITA offers RADIS to help businesses reduce costs, as well as diverse programs and information sessions for start-up trade companies.
- KITA's Trade Call Center is open to companies that are experiencing difficulties in their trade operations. Translation and consulting services concerning import restrictions are also available.
- KITA operates Trade SOS(http://tradesos.kita.net) where companies can request for customized on-site trade consulting to gain a stronger control over their business.
- KITA offers RADIS to help businesses reduce costs, as well as diverse programs and information sessions for start-up trade companies.
Enhancing Export Competitiveness - KITA
KITA helps Korean businesses tap into foreign markets and
provides a wide range of information for increased competitiveness in
exports. KITA also attracts a significant number of foreign buyers
every year by hosting exhibitions and trade fairs.
- KITA dispatches delegations to different countries and holds trade consultations throughout the year to promote outstanding Korean products. The Korean Wave has also created an opportunity for Korean SMEs to effectively market their exports.
- KITA has developed a website(http://www.tradekorea.com) for SMEs to find new customers and secure a wide range of business connections through an online buyer database.
- KITA holds exhibitions and trade fairs for Korean companies to introduce their goods and services to overseas buyers.
- KITA dispatches delegations to different countries and holds trade consultations throughout the year to promote outstanding Korean products. The Korean Wave has also created an opportunity for Korean SMEs to effectively market their exports.
- KITA has developed a website(http://www.tradekorea.com) for SMEs to find new customers and secure a wide range of business connections through an online buyer database.
- KITA holds exhibitions and trade fairs for Korean companies to introduce their goods and services to overseas buyers.
Building Better Trade Environment - KITA
KITA assists in Korea's trade environment and infrastructure
establishment with cooperation from various international organizations.
- Based on public-private cooperation, KITA represents the Korean trade industry and supports the settlement of trade issues and disputes. The organization is a leader in advancing export strategies, trade systems and procedures. It also develops trade policies related to finance, foreign exchange, tax and duty rates.
- KITA opens doors to markets abroad through close economic cooperation with major trading partners including the US, China, Japan and EU member countries. It also collaborates with the private sector for successful conclusion and utilization of FTAs.
- KITA expands export opportunities for the Korean business community. The organization has signed business agreements with 180 foreign institutions and offers diverse trade opportunities through its partnership projects with government agencies and private organizations around the world.
- Based on public-private cooperation, KITA represents the Korean trade industry and supports the settlement of trade issues and disputes. The organization is a leader in advancing export strategies, trade systems and procedures. It also develops trade policies related to finance, foreign exchange, tax and duty rates.
- KITA opens doors to markets abroad through close economic cooperation with major trading partners including the US, China, Japan and EU member countries. It also collaborates with the private sector for successful conclusion and utilization of FTAs.
- KITA expands export opportunities for the Korean business community. The organization has signed business agreements with 180 foreign institutions and offers diverse trade opportunities through its partnership projects with government agencies and private organizations around the world.
KITA profile
 The
Korea International Trade Association(KITA) was established in 1946
with the objective of advancing the Korean economy through trade, and is
currently the largest business organization in Korea with over 71,000
member companies. Representing the interests of Korea's global traders,
KITA serves a diverse range of roles including: providing hands-on
support to trade companies, drawing trade cooperation from the private
sector, formulating new trade strategies, nurturing trade professionals
and building
trade infrastructure. With a widely established network of 11 domestic
offices and 8 overseas branches in major cities, KITA has consolidated
its position as a leading business organization dedicated to assisting
SMEs in gaining foreign market entry and has actively contributed
towards Korea's recent achievement of 1 trillion dollars in trade
volume.
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| 105 pioneering traders launched KITA on July 31, 1946, and since its founding, the organization laid the foundation for economic growth by setting policy directions in trade, as well as developing the national trade infrastructure. |
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| KITA's goal is to contribute to the development of the national economy as a private economic organization through advocacy of the Korean trade industry's rights and interests, and thereby facilitating global trade. |
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| - Propose suggestions and related policy
improvements to the government for protecting the rights and interests
of its member companies. - Develop new foreign markets and enhance private sector trade. - Organize world-class exhibitions. - Foster global trade professionals. - Conduct investigations and studies for increasing national competitiveness. - Establish e-trade infrastructure and expand user base. |
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| Since Korea's trade volume reached 1 billion dollars in 1967, the country has achieved remarkable economic growth over the past few decades, becoming the ninth country in the world in 2011 to attain a trillion-dollar trade volume. This signifies a new opportunity for Korea to raise its status in the global economic arena. To create a new paradigm fit for this new chapter in trade, KITA will make its utmost effort to lay the groundwork for future trade through maximizing Korea's status as an FTA hub, bolstering growth and strengthening support for the Korean trade industry. |
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