Hellenic Trade Council (HETCO) is an international non-governmental organization based in Athens, Greece, with a significant presence in the USA, Israel and China. Aiming to strengthen the integration of the Greek business sector into the global economy, and to support Greece’s substantial investment opportunities. HETCO helps Greek companies plan, develop and execute international sales strategies necessary to succeed in today's global marketplace. HETCO provides trusted market intelligence, practical advice and business tools to help Greek companies understand how to export, connect with foreign buyers, and expand operations in new markets. From January 2019, HETCO operates the permanent National Pavilion of Greece in the Shanghai Pilot Free Trade Zone. The Greek Pavilion has been granted by the Chinese government to the Hellenic Trade Council to further strengthen the two countries' relations in the fields of trade, tourism, investment, transport, sports, culture, technology and innovation.