With a strong and growing coalition in North Carolina for more than five years, the USGLC works to educate and engage policymakers and community leaders on why investments in development and diplomacy help keep America safe and strengthen North Carolina’s economy.
The USGLC’s North Carolina Advisory Committee brings together more than 130 business, faith, non-profit, and political leaders who understand how American global leadership matters for North Carolina. We’re also proud of North Carolina’s Veterans for Smart Power – part of a nationwide network of 30,000 veterans.
North Carolina exports about
$72 billion in goods and services
to overseas markets annually.
In North Carolina,
1,300,000 jobs
(20.0%)
are supported by trade.
In 2023–2024,
24,468 international students
in North Carolina contributed
$914 million
to the state economy.
Rep. Edwards toured the facility and met with leaders from the veteran, business, farmer, and faith-based communities to discuss how America’s role in the world directly benefits North Carolina’s economy, security, and global...
The inaugural class of young professionals from 33 states will participate in series of sessions with USGLC leaders and special guests to immerse themselves in global policy issues while strengthening advocacy and engagement skills. Throughout the...
The U.S. Global Leadership Coalition (USGLC) hosted today’s foreign policy forum on the heels of the Administration’s latest budget proposal, which calls for a severe 30% cut to the State Department and U.S. Agency for International Development...
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