ITC Launches Online Version of 'Cotton Exporter's Guide'

By Jim.Robinson|February 4, 2010

The International Trade Centre (ITC) has launched a dynamic, interactive trilingual version of its Cotton Exporter’s Guide as part of its drive to increase the exchange of information in the sector and improve the skills and abilities of developing countries in cotton trading and marketing.

“Our aim is to reach out to cotton stakeholders around the world and stimulate cotton trade, especially in the poorest African countries,” said Ms. Patricia R. Francis, ITC’s Executive Director.

The new online Cotton Exporter’s Guide features an open source content management platform that will enable users to update information on recent trends in cotton trade, thus contributing to the future expansion of the guide. Other features include a forum where registered users can take part in discussions and share information and views with fellow-operators in the sector.

The development of the Cotton Exporter’s Guide, including its online version, was financed by the Government of Denmark. It is available online in English, French and Spanish.