News

2026

  • NAFTZ 2026 Legislative Summit - Washington, D.C. | The  WTCDC  welcomed the  National Association of Foreign-Trade Zones  for their  2026 Legislative Summit  bringing together trade leaders from across the United States, engaging in policy briefings and advocacy efforts. The event highlighted the critical role of the U.S... more

  • ET Now: Interview with John E. Drew - Washington, D.C. | The World Trade Center Washington, DC was honored to have our Chairman,  John E. Drew , join Ritwika Gupta on  ET Now  Leaders of Tomorrow, where they discussed India’s growing influence in global trade, the strengthening of cross-border business networks, and the expansio... more

  • A Conversation with H.E. Binalf Andualem Ashenef - Washington, D.C. | The WTCDC was delighted to welcome  His Excellency Binalf Andualem Ashenef, Ambassador of Ethiopia , for a networking reception held in collaboration with  WIPG . Ambassador Binalf Andualem Ashenef , a seasoned career diplomat, serves as  Ambassador of the Feder... more

  • A Conversation with H.E. Mark Glauser - Washington, D.C. | WTCDC  had the honor of hosting   His Excellency Mark Glauser ,  Deputy Ambassador of Canada to the United States , for a fireside chat and networking reception in close collaboration with WIPG.  Reflecting on the long-standing Canada–U.S. relationship, the Deputy Amba... more

  • Portugal Culture & Trade Evening at WTC Mumbai - Mumbai | In a significant initiative to promote cultural diplomacy alongside trade engagement, World Trade Center Mumbai hosted a special live musical evening featuring internationally acclaimed Portuguese singer-songwriter LuĂ­sa Sobral. The evening highlighted WTC Mumbai’s continu... more

  • WTC Mumbai Bids Farewell to Japan’s Former CG - Mumbai | World Trade Center Mumbai hosted a farewell in honour of Yagi Koji, marking the conclusion of his distinguished tenure in the city. The event brought together prominent members of the diplomatic corps, industry leaders, and representatives from trade and business associatio... more

  • APAC WTC Best Practice Sharing Series Launched - Organized by the World Trade Centers Association (WTCA) Asia Pacific Regional Office, the Asia Pacific WTC Best Practice Sharing Series has officially launched. This quarterly program features real-world member experiences, empowering peers across the global network to share p... more

  • New EU Customs Authority will be located in Lille - Lille Hauts-de-France | WTC Lille Hauts-de-France is proud to announce that the new *European Union Customs Authority* will be located in Lille!   Watch the video here. more

  • Brewing Global Success - Dublin | Solaris Botanicals Journey from Irish Startup to International Brand From its humble beginnings in a Galway attic to becoming an internationally award-winning premium brand, Solaris Botanicals is redefining tea as an experience - focused on wellness, mindfulness, and ... more

  • 10th Episode – Discovery Series: WTCA Edition - Bengaluru | 26 March 2026 The 10th episode of the WTC–BCIC Discovery Series focused on how the World Trade Centers Association (WTCA) and the global WTC network support businesses to scale across international markets. This special edition moved beyond country‑specific insights to the... more