In the face of global trade uncertainties, Utah businesses are strengthening ties with Mexico, emphasizing collaboration over division. This recent initiative underscores the enduring partnership and shared goals between the two regions.

During a recent trade mission to Canada, led by Governor Cox, a multi-part series covered the key opportunities and connections made by Utah business leaders. Dive into the stories for an inside look at the mission’s impact.

Irish Minister of State Alan Dillon visited Utah and spoke about the strong relationship between Utah and Ireland. Dillon acknowledged the recent tariffs between the U.S. and the European Union and said they will hurt both sides. This visit comes shortly after the Utah Legislature passed a bill to create the Utah-Ireland Trade Commission.

As economic headwinds shift with evolving tariffs and the global trade dynamics, businesses must adapt to stay competitive. Intertwined in our state’s economic fabric, World Trade Center Utah and the Salt Lake Chamber are actively seeking solutions to bolster its economy and support the businesses that drive its growth. 

Jeff Flake, U.S. ambassador to Türkiye, speaks at Crossroads of the World International Trade Summit at the Grand America Hotel in Salt Lake City on Thursday, May 23, 2024. Megan Nielsen, Deseret News

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy gestures to the crowd as he’s introduced during the National Governors Association’s 2024 Summer Meeting held at The Grand America Hotel in Salt Lake City on Friday, July 12, 2024.

What Utah leaders thought was a long shot became a reality.

Zelenskyy spoke to the United State's governors at the NGA's 2024 Summer Meeting, held in Salt Lake City at the Grand America Hotel, where he was introduced by the group's outgoing chair, Utah Gov. Spencer Cox.

The consul general attended a luncheon with Utah businesses put on by World Trade Center Utah and met with Gov. Spencer Cox, who is leading a trade mission to South Korea and Japan in September.

Utah’s international goods exports in 2023 totaled $17.4 billion, generating over $4.0 billion in earnings and 71,891 jobs, according to a report released this week by the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute.

Utah, the crossroads of the world? A strong case for that title can be made.

Former President George W. Bush visited Salt Lake City today to speak at the Crossroads of the World International Trade Summit, hosted by Zions Bank and World Trade Center Utah.

Our president and CEO, Miles Hansen, joins Boyd Matheson on Inside Sources to discuss why Utah leaders in education, government, faith, and business need to engage with the world more often and how that will benefit our state.

Representatives Bishop, Chaffetz, Love and Stewart joined 40 business leaders and Gov. Herbert at World Trade Center Utah (WTC Utah) yesterday to discuss the importance of trade for Utah’s economy.