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International Useful Links

Canadian Trade Resources

	Canada Customs and Revenue Agency A good resource for individuals trying to start or do business in Canada, the Canada Customs and Revenue Agency provides information on business law, workersâ€™ rights, social security, and general information on doing business in Canada.
	Canadian Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade Provides access to a links page for Foreign Affairs Canada, International Trade Canada, and Canada's International Policy page.
	Canadian Food Inspection Service (CFIS) CFIS gives information on animal pathogens, as well as guidelines and procedural manuals for the inspection of food. The website also provides contact information for offices dealing with the exportation of food into Canada.


Development Banks & Agencies

	African Development Bank Provides detailed information on the Bank's activities, particularly in the areas of agriculture, public utilities, transport, industry, health, and education and highlights opportunities for U.S. firms.
	Asian Development Bank Provides detail on ADB projects by region and country, outlining opportunities for U.S. companies.
	European Bank for Reconstruction & Development
	Export-Import Bank of the United States Quick link section contains a special link for U.S. exporters that gives them access to market reports, lists of lenders and insurance brokers, etc.
	Inter-American Development Bank A good link for businesses trying to develop international trade or industry in Latin America, South America, or the Caribbean.
	Organization for Economic Cooperation & Development
	Overseas Private Investment Corporation OPIC helps U.S. businesses invest overseas, fosters economic development in new and emerging markets, complements the private sector in managing the risks associated with foreign direct investment, and supports U.S. foreign policy.
	U.S. Agency for International Development Offers information on efforts to build the trade capacity of developing countries. Also provides info on opportunities for U.S. companies to assist in these efforts.
	U.S. Trade and Development Agency Offers a wide range of opportunities for U.S. firms to apply their products, technology, and consulting services around the world.
	United Nations Provides information on partnerships and alliances between the UN, the private sector and various foundations to support the UN Millennium Development Goals. Also offers guides on doing business with the UN.
	World Bank The World Bank's business center provides information about opportunities in international trade, financing, investment, grants for developing markets, consulting resources, and more.


African Trade Resources

	All Africa The largest electronic distributor of African news and information worldwide.


Asian Trade Resources

	Asia Global Source A user-friendly search engine for finding manufacturers and suppliers in for almost any product or service throughout Asia.
	AsiaSource Provides insight into global issues from an Asian perspective through interviews with prominent Asian academics, political figures, and journalists.


European Trade Resources

	EUbusiness An open source for newsbreaks concerning the EU, general information on EU policy, business reports, etc., the website also has a section that lists opportunities for business development collaborations with companies within the EU.
	European Bank for Reconstruction and Development The EBRD uses the tools of investment to help build market economies and democracies in 27 countries from central Europe to central Asia. It provides project financing for banks, industries, and businesses, both new ventures and investments in exist
	European Union Online A good sight for anything EU, the EU Online website provides information on all topics related to the European Union from its political and economic activities to the demographics of its member nations. This is a good resource to anyone wanting to f


Federal Government Resources

	Bureau of Industry and Security Provides links and information about export regulation by product and region.
	Market Access and Compliance Identifies and overcomes trade barriers, resolves trade policy issues, and ensures that trading partners fully meet their obligations under our trade agreements.
	Trade Compliance Center (TCC) One-stop shop for getting U.S. government assistance in resolving trade barriers or unfair situations encountered in foreign markets, ensuring your business gets the most out of the nation's free trade agreements.
	Trade Finance Guide: A Quick Reference for U.S. Exporters Written to help U.S. companies, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), learn the fundamentals of trade finance to turn their export opportunities into actual sales.
	U.S. Census Bureau: Foreign Trade Stats This particular link connects exporters with the Foreign Trade Statistics section, which provides a wealth of trade statistics both historical and more recent data sets. The data can be sorted by product, state, or target country.
	U.S. Department of Agriculture, Foreign Agricultural Service
	U.S. Department of Commerce Offers many links to trade statistics, export regulations, and trade missions.
	U.S. Department of State Offers information on individual countries, including business conditions and direct investment.
	U.S. Department of the Treasury Offers information on U.S. fiscal policy, international monetary position, and international news relating to the Department.
	U.S. Department of Transportation Gives information about ground and air transportation regulations that could affect transportation costs for exporters. Also offers links for business opportunities with DOT and the FAA.
	U.S. International Trade Administration Provides the Trade Information Center and Export America Magazine, which offer a variety of information, market reports, and trade stats by region, state, country, or product.
	U.S. Trade Representative Provides timely information and updates on world trade agreements, world regions, industry sectors affected by trade agreements, and more.


China Trade Resources

	China Council for the Promotion of International Trade Provides information on trade leads in china, a search engine for tariffs in China by product, Chinese economic forecasts and news, and a wealth of other general economic information. Available in English or Chinese.


Latin American Trade Resources

	CiberCentro Offers a wealth of general information on tourism and U.S. relations for almost all countries in Central and South America. Also provides a list of regional internet cafes, search engines, and newspapers. English and Spanish
	Mexport The premier industrial trade show in the southern California/ Baja California Region promoting Maquiladora sourcing opportunities. The site provides dates, sponsorship opportunities, regulations, general info on finding accommodations and more.


Other Useful Links

	Business Intelligence Brief: Navigating a Flat World One of the biggest challenges in the global economy is finding contacts -- suppliers, buyers, trade brokers, shippers, and foreign trade experts. This new Business Intelligence Brief details two great resources.
	Coface Country Ratings Coface Country Ratings provides a good evaluation of the political and financial risk for businesses in different countries. The site offers two free files: a Country Risk Outlook Report and a United States Industry Risk Outlook Report.
	Convert SIC Codes to NAICS Codes Provides look up capabilities and a conversion table for these codes.
	Electronic Information System for International Law Provides an open database to locate the highest quality primary materials, authoritative websites, and helpful research guides to international law.
	Export.Gov Provides information, advice, and assistance across a broad range of topics from export financing and trade leads to international law.
	Federation of International Trade Associations
	Global Recycling Network An electronic information exchange that specializes in the trade of recyclables reclaimed in Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) streams as well as the marketing of eco-friendly products.
	globalEDGE Our pick for the number one international business web portal.
	IMEX Exchange For the seasoned exporter or the beginner, this site is a gold mine of resources, tips, and links to potential partners around the world.
	Indo-American Chamber of Commerce of Oklahoma The IACCO provides basic export information and assistance for trade with India. Membership in the IACCO also offers networking opportunities.
	International Calling Guide
	Kwintessential: Language & Culture Specialists Provides a wealth of information on cultural and protocol issues encountered when doing business abroad. Offers country profiles, useful phrases in almost every language, cultural resources, etc.
	National Center for Standards & Certification Information: Notify U.S. A free, web-based e-mail subscription service that offers businesses an opportunity to review and comment on proposed foreign technical regulations that can affect access to international markets.
	Oklahoma Institute for Teaching East Asia Offers educators a variety of detailed information about East Asia so they can easily incorporate it into their lesson plans.
	Phonebook of the World.com A comprehensive international phone directory organized by continent and then by country. The directory is rather hit and miss in third world countries, and there are no white pages in China or Japan.
	Protect Intellectual Property Provides information explaining intellectual property, trademarks, patents, copyrights, and your rights. Also offers hotlines and assistance to aid in the prevention of IP violations.
	Regulations.Gov: Your Voice in Federal Decision-Making Find, review, and submit comments on federal documents open for comment and published in the Federal Register, the government's legal newspaper.
	SME Toolkit A project of the International Finance Corporation, the SME Tookit offers free business management information and training for small businesses and small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
	State Chamber - Oklahoma's Association of Business and Industry Connect to information about business initiatives at the state level, alerts concerning legislation affecting business, and opportunities for the Oklahoma companies.
	The NAFTA Customs Website
	Trade Lead
	Trade Show News Network
	Tulsa Global Alliance Provides information and links about Sister City cultural exchange programs, the International Visitor Leadership Program, and offers a variety of international educational materials for children of all ages and educators.
	World Trade Centers Association
	World Travel Guide Offers airport guides for most of the world's major airports--driving directions, long- and short-term parking info, and ATM locations. Also provides city, attraction, event, cruise, and weather guides.