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Our team of U.S. and international industry specialists are dedicated to enhancing the global competitiveness of the U.S. tech industry, expanding market access, and increasing international sales.

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The U.S. Department of Commerce is dedicated to increasing information and communications technologies (ICT) exports. We do this by strengthening the global competitiveness of these industries through industry analysis, trade policy development, trade promotion, and addressing trade barriers. The U.S. Department of Commerce works with businesses that use the digital economy to deliver their products and services. We provide international market research, procurement leads, and trade events tailored to accelerate their international growth.

Featured Events

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Africa Tech Festival/ AfricaCom
November 11-14 | Cape Town, South Africa

The largest digital infrastructure event in Africa and an anchor of the Africa Tech Festival, AfricaCom connects business leaders, tech experts, policymakers, and investors, all at the forefront of Africa’s digital transformation.
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U.S. companies interested in semiconductor-related investment funding: Submit your Statement of Interest now.
The Commerce Department’s CHIPS for AMERICA seeks applicants for $39 billion in funding for its incentives program. Parties interested in upcoming Notices of Funding Opportunities should submit a Statement of Interest.
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Semiconductor Alert Mechanism (SAM)
The Semiconductor Alert Mechanism (SAM) enables us to detect potential disruptions in the semiconductor supply chain earlier while supporting faster problem-solving through coordination with the private sector and U.S. trading partners.

How Can We Help You Expand Your Exports?

Our team members are experts in international business development and your best resource for business growth and job creation. Learn more about the ways we can assist your firm:
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Trade Counseling
International Trade Specialists are available to discuss your company’s exporting needs. Locate an industry specialist near you.
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Our Services
From counseling, to matchmaking, to market intelligence, our global network of trade professionals - located throughout the United States and in nearly 80 countries - can help your firm expand your exports.
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Privacy Shield
The EU-U.S. and Swiss-U.S. Privacy Shield Frameworks provide companies on both sides of the Atlantic with a mechanism to comply with data protection requirements when transferring personal data.

Tech Market Intelligence

See our latest market intelligence related to the tech industry.
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Qatar National Digital Agenda 2030

Qatar’s ongoing efforts to become a regional technology powerhouse 

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Romania Digital Transformation: Launch of Major Procurement for Government Private Cloud Migration

The Authority for Digitalization of Romania has taken a significant step in advancing the country’s digital transformation. 

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Japan Healthcare Caregiving Technologies

Japan’s aging society and limited adoption of advanced technologies present growth opportunities for U.S. firms offering innovative caregiving solutions.

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Additional Resources


Office of Information and Communication Technologies (OICT)

OICT’s Team provides industry and trade policy expertise to support U.S. suppliers of the hardware that enables the digital economy. These products range from semiconductors powering electronic devices like phones and computers, to the data center equipment that makes cloud computing possible.

Office of Digital Services Industries (ODSI)

The Office of Digital Services Industries (ODSI) evaluates the global environment for digital services, addresses foreign market trade and investment barriers, and promotes trade policies to increase the global competitiveness of the U.S. digital services industry.

Cross-Border Privacy Rules (CBPR) System

The APEC Cross-Border Privacy Rules (CBPR) System was developed by APEC economies with input and assistance from industry and civil society to build consumer, business and regulator trust in cross-border flows of personal information.