Organization for Trade Development and Standards Cooperation (ODCCN) is an international organization dedicated to promoting trade development and standards cooperation. Its establishment stems from a profound understanding of the close connection between trade and standards. With the in-depth development of globalization, trade activities have become increasingly frequent. And as an important tool for ensuring product quality, facilitating trade and enhancing international competitiveness, the importance of standards has become increasingly prominent. ODCCN adheres to the tenet of "Better standards for better trade, better trade for a better world", and is committed to promoting the connectivity, inclusiveness and sustainability of global trade through the formulation and coordination of standards. Building on this mission, ODCCN serves as a platform for global South-South cooperation and global North-South partnerships, reinforcing mutual trust and contributing to a more inclusive and sustainable global development, while advancing the role of MSMEs as key enablers of trade, innovation, and shared prosperity.

The concept of ODCCN originated from the joint ISO–ITC publication released in 2010, entitled:"Building linkages for export success — Trade Promotion Organization and National Standards Bodies working together", highlighted the importance of stronger collaboration between trade promotion organizations and national standards bodies—an idea that directly reflects the fundamental logic behind ODCCN’s creation. Based on years of successful practice and international cooperation, ODCCN was officially established in Switzerland(UID:CHE-228.577.402) and has received support from global stakerholders.

I. Vision

Better standards for better trade, better trade for a better world.

II. Mission

 ·Promote trade through standards: Promote cross-industry and cross-regional technical standards docking to enhance the convenience of international trade.

 ·Strengthen global cooperation: Build close cooperative relationships between trade organizations, standards bodies and the global business community.

 ·Promote innovation and sustainable development: Support the development of Voluntary Sustainability Standards (VSS) and drive innovative practices in the green economy.

III. Main Activities

·Global network building: Host multilateral trade and standardization cooperation meetings, such as the Annual Trade Development and Standards Cooperation Forum.

·Capacity building: Conduct professional training to enhance the capabilities and awareness of enterprises in the field of standardization.

 ·Standards support: Promote the formulation and adoption of international standards in emerging fields such as digital trade and green technology.

 ·Resource publication: Cooperate with international organizations to develop resources such as the Global Trade Service Platform to provide information support for trade and standardization.

In the future, ODCCN will continue to uphold the concept of "Better standards for better trade, better trade for a better world", continuously strengthen cooperation and exchanges with international parties, and promote the in-depth integration and development of trade and standards. Meanwhile, ODCCN will also actively respond to the challenges and uncertainties faced by the global economy and contribute to promoting the sustainable development of global trade.

For more information, you are welcome to visit the ODCCN headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland, or obtain relevant resources at www.odccn.org.