Is the World Trade Centers Association (WTCA) and the World Trade Organization (WTO) the same thing?
We are often asked if the World Trade Center Association is the same organization as the World Trade Organization. The answer is NO. The two entities are completely separate organizations with different histories and different objectives. World Trade Center Association (WTCA) The World Trade Center Association (WTCA) was established in 1970 to facilitate international trade by bringing together exporters, importers, and service providers. The first seeds of the international movement were sown in 1970 when the pioneer World Trade centers- Houston, New Orleans, New York and Tokyo and a number of World Trade center enthusiasts first organized a World Trade Centers Association. World Trade Centers are part of the WTCA organization that stand outside politics across national boundaries, in service to those who develop and facilitate international trade. With its unique global mission and membership, the WTCA has been a world leader in creating innovative service for international business.
