Our mission is to strengthen the global trading system by:
- Championing mutually beneficial and sustainable trade
- Opposing protectionism and the weaponization of trade
- Supporting robust multilateral and regional trade frameworks
Through our trade-focused research and education initiatives, we strive to be a catalyst for the following outcomes:
- Inclusive economic development and equitable prosperity
- Poverty alleviation and improved standards of living
- Dynamic markets that foster innovation, competitiveness and efficient resource use
- Societal progress through job creation, advancing human rights and self determination
- Peaceful international relations grounded in trust, cooperation and respect for sovereignty
- Coordinated global action to address shared challenges in climate, health and security
Our work is grounded in independent, fact-based research and the development of innovative trade education programs. We invest in building a new generation of trade leaders, capable of navigating the complexities of global value chains and the evolving geopolitical and technological environment, by partnering with leading universities and corporations.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive, open platform for dialogue that embraces diverse perspectives and drives practical, forward-thinking solutions to the world’s most pressing trade challenges.