The Office shall encourage and facilitate participation by businesses in the State in barter, counter trade, and joint venture transactions, as appropriate, by:
(1) providing informational and consultative services, including the necessary components and laws involved in these transactions;
(2) facilitating the commercial relationship between Maryland businesses in the State and counterpart foreign businesses involved in these transactions; and
(3) providing, in cooperation with the private sector, a listing of potential barter and joint venture opportunities.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Division I - Secretary of Commerce and Department of Commerce
Title 3 - Economic Development and Business Resources
Subtitle 3 - Office of International Trade
Section 3-301 - "Office" Defined
Section 3-302 - Established; Purpose
Section 3-303 - Contract and Grant Authority
Section 3-304 - International Trade Activity
Section 3-305 - Trade and Venture Transactions
Section 3-306 - Agency Coordination
Section 3-307 - Regional and Local Initiatives