With a strong and growing coalition in Washington, the USGLC works to educate and engage policymakers and community leaders on why investments in development and diplomacy help keep America safe and strengthen Washington’s economy.
The USGLC’s Washington Advisory Committee brings together more than 110 business, faith, non-profit, and political leaders who understand how American global leadership matters for Washington. We’re also proud of Washington’s Veterans for Smart Power – part of a nationwide network of 30,000 veterans.
Washington exports about
$83 billion in goods and services
to overseas markets annually.
In Washington,
930,000 jobs
(20.0%)
are supported by trade.
In 2023–2024,
23,878 international students
in Washington contributed
$918 million
to the state economy.
SPOKANE, WA – Today, the U.S. Global Leadership Coalition (USGLC) hosted a conversation with Representative Michael Baumgartner (R-WA-05), “America and the World: How Eastern Washington Wins,” bringing together almost 100 veteran...
With $53.6 billion in global exports from Washington in 2021, America’s investments in diplomacy and development benefit Washington locally. Last year, over 931,000 jobs in Washington were supported by international trade. Of the 11,341...