Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency
KOTRA (Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency) is a national trade and investment promotion organization of the Republic of Korea, supporting global business cooperation under the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy.
1962
Year Established
86
Countries Worldwide
132
Regional
Offices
10
Global Headquarters
MISSION & HISTORY.
KOTRA was established for the purposes of promoting international trade of the Republic of Korea and providing support for cross-border investments by domestic and foreign companies, industrial and technological cooperation, inducement of overseas experts, and export contracts between governments pursuant to theKorea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency Act.
Capitalizing on its global knowledge and experience accumulated based on its extensive global network featuring 123 Korea Business Centers (KBCs) in 86 countries around the world, KOTRA promotes trade by Korean companies and attracts foreign investments by overseas companies, while actively supporting government policies such as support for free trade agreements (FTAs) and job creation.
Based on its establishment purpose, KOTRA has formulated its mission statement as being "contributing to promoting happiness of the public and prosperity of the global community through support for global business" and has also developed its vision to become a "global business platform opening up the future of Korea."
OUR VISION.
PARTNERS.
KOTRA works closely with Korean government agencies, public organizations, trade and business associations, and industry and economic organizations to support global business development, trade, investment, and industry collaboration. Through these partnerships and sponsored initiatives, KOTRA connects Korean companies with international markets and creates opportunities for meaningful business cooperation.
