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Industry Reports
Europe
Country Profile: Poland
July 22, 2025
Poland is home to the largest economy in Central and Eastern Europe and continues to grow. The Polish GDP in 2025 is $980B. Excluding 2020, the country has grown in GDP every year since 1992. This resilient and competitive economy is led by strong performance in the sectors of food & beverage, automotive, chemicals, electronics, and furniture. Poland is an advanced manufacturing hub in Europe, meriting a need for new technologies and materials via imports. Innovation and modernization projects are occurring in the agricultural, defense, and transportation sectors, while demand increases for clean energy. Given the country’s NATO membership and geographic location, Poland’s military is important globally and provides numerous opportunities for trade engagement. U.S. exporters will benefit from local expertise and experience as they navigate these markets, but Poland’s sizeable business and consumer markets are generally open to many industries and products.
Industry Reports
Europe
Country Profile: Romania
July 22, 2025
Known as the “Silicon Valley of Eastern Europe”, Romania provides a plethora of opportunities for exporters in technology, defense, energy, and healthcare sectors. Momentum has slowed slightly, but Romania continues to make strides toward the European Union average GDP per capita. Romania is the largest Balkan country and boasts a highly educated workforce, particularly in information technology – it has the 6th highest density of IT professionals in the world. The country is a hub for agriculture given its extensive natural resources. Romania is making efforts to modernize its military, healthcare system, and educational system and pursue renewable energy sources. While knowledge of the regulatory framework via a local representative may be helpful, exporters in any industry can find success in Romanian markets with a strong value proposition.
Policy Updates
U.S. and Virginia Trade Policy Updates
July 14, 2025
In 2025, the talk of tariffs and trade deals has dominated headlines. The U.S. imposed substantial tariffs on many goods from virtually all countries earlier this year but quickly pulled back some tariffs in the hopes of negotiating new trade deals. So far, the U.S. has implemented an economic prosperity agreement with the United Kingdom while other deals remain pending at the time of writing this. In addition to trade deal negotiations, the U.S. is currently reviewing several U.S. unilateral programs, including the Caribbean Basin Initiative and the African Growth and Opportunity Act.
Training
Virtual
Global Trade Insights: Trade Policy and Tariffs Update
June 12, 2025
Join us for an informative webinar designed to help Virginia exporters stay ahead in today’s evolving trade environment. This webinar will provide timely updates on key trade policies and tariff developments that could impact your export strategy in 2025 and beyond.
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Training
Virtual
Securing Global Trade: Cybersecurity Compliance and Certifications
May 21, 2025
In today’s global economy, cybersecurity is more than a necessity—it’s a critical component of sustainable business growth. Internationally recognized cybersecurity certifications not only protect your business but also position it for success in the global marketplace.
Join us for this engaging webinar as we explore the critical role of certifications like ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR compliance, and HIPAA in safeguarding your business. Discover how to identify the certifications most relevant to your organization and understand their importance in maintaining compliance, building trust, and ensuring secure global operations.
Training
In-Person
AUKUS Workshop: Unlocking Opportunities in the Australian Defense Market
April 15, 2025
Are you ready to capitalize on the transformative potential of the AUKUS alliance? Join VEDP and ADROITA in Richmond for an exclusive workshop designed to equip Virginia businesses with the insights, tools, and strategies to thrive in the evolving trade and defense landscape.
This interactive workshop will provide a comprehensive overview of AUKUS, explore emerging opportunities, and offer actionable guidance on entering the Australian defense market.