The KITA Washington Center advocates for KITA member corporations by collecting pertinent information, staying abreast of trade policy developments and fostering interaction with key trade-related interest groups in Washington, D.C. as well as every states in the United States. As the only private trade association representing Korea in greater Washington DC area, the KITA Washington Center is committed speaking for Korean trade corporations and supporting trade policies and legislation that are in the interest of KITA member companies. The KITA Washington Center develops cooperative activities with think tanks located in Washington. The KITA Washington Center has developed strong relationships with top academics and policy makers, developing the issues that critical to Korean trade corporations. KITA Washington Center not only conveys up-to-the-minute trade developments to member companies but also helps forge government-relations activities through strategic partnerships with firms and relevant trade organizations.