United States Trade and Development Agency

United States Trade and Development Agency Type: Independent agency Parent organization: None Employees: 80 Executive: Director (U.S. Trade and Development Agency) Budget: 84500000 Address: 1101 Wilson Blvd. Arlington, VA Website: https://www.ustda.gov Creation Legislation: 1992 Jobs Through Exports Act Wikipedia: United States Trade and Development Agency

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Mission The U.S. Trade and Development Agency helps companies create U.S. jobs through the export of U.S. goods and services for priority infrastructure projects in emerging economies. USTDA links U.S. businesses to export opportunities by funding project preparation and partnership building activities that develop sustainable infrastructure and foster economic growth in partner countries.

Services Feasibility Studies: USTDA funds feasibility studies, pilot projects, and technical assistance that help project sponsors in host countries evaluate and plan infrastructure and industrial projects. These studies are critical for determining the viability of projects that could potentially use U.S. technology, equipment, and services. Technical Assistance: This includes training, capacity building, and technical workshops that enhance the skills of local stakeholders, thereby facilitating better project management and implementation. It helps in ensuring that projects can be completed effectively with U.S. involvement. Pilot Projects: USTDA often supports small-scale pilot projects that test new technologies or approaches. These pilots can lead to larger scale implementations if successful, showcasing American innovation in real-world settings. Reverse Trade Missions: USTDA organizes reverse trade missions where foreign delegations visit the U.S. to meet with American companies. This helps in building business relationships, providing insights into U.S. technology and services, and often leads to procurement opportunities for U.S. firms. Project Preparation: Beyond initial studies, USTDA might assist in project preparation activities like environmental assessments, financial structuring, or legal frameworks, which are essential for projects to proceed to implementation. Partnership Building: By facilitating meetings, conferences, and engagements, USTDA helps in forming partnerships between U.S. businesses and foreign entities, which can be crucial for project execution. Information and Advisory Services: USTDA provides information on market opportunities, upcoming projects in various countries, and advisory services that guide U.S. firms on how to engage with these opportunities effectively.

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