Established in 1962, the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA) is a state-funded organization operated by the South Korean government. KOTRA is dedicated to promoting international trade and investment, playing a pivotal role in Korea's economic development. The agency supports small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in expanding globally, facilitates foreign direct investment, and fosters partnerships between domestic and international companies. With a global network of 127 Korea Business Centers across 84 countries, KOTRA provides comprehensive services including market research, trade facilitation, and investment consulting.