Description should include a list of state and federal agencies and organizations that facilitate global trade and a description of the functions of each. Some resources include

Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP)—promotes international trade for companies throughout Virginia
Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS)—helps Virginia companies develop profitable export opportunities for agricultural, food, and forest products
U.S. Commercial Service—the trade promotion arm of the U.S. Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration
Export-Import Bank of the United States—the official export-credit agency of the United States)
U.S. Customs and Border Protection—facilitates lawful international travel and trade
Port of Virginia—manages the receiving and shipping of goods into and out of Virginia
Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority—operates Reagan National and Dulles International airports
Fair Trade Federation—promotes North American organizations committed to fair trade practices
Small Business Development Centers—provide assistance and counseling for small businesses.

Process/Skill Questions:

What are the major Virginia and federal agencies and organizations that facilitate global trade? What are the functions and services of each?
How do these Virginia agencies and organizations relate to the domestic economy? To global trade?
What types of information do these Virginia agencies and organizations provide?
How do these Virginia agencies and organizations help companies begin exporting their products or services?
Where online can Virginia laws be found? Where can federal laws be found?