Founded in 1947, the Importers and Exporters Association of Taipei (IEAT) is Taiwan's largest and most influential trade organization with members from all major cities. Its current membership exceeds 6,200 companies, of which 1,300 are engaged in manufacturing and 3,500 in importing. These companies account for 40 percent of Taiwan's total trade value and 600,000 jobs. IEAT has signed partnership MOUs with 152 major trade and business associations worldwide. The Association serves as a bridge between the government and industry. We seek the consensus of industry, make policy recommendations, promote members' interests, and help businesses tap into the global market.