Outline of JETRO
JETRO, or the Japan External Trade Organization, is a government-related organization that works to promote mutual trade and investment between Japan and the rest of the world. Originally established in 1958 to promote Japanese exports abroad, JETRO's core focus in the 21st century has shifted toward promoting foreign direct investment into Japan and helping small to medium size Japanese firms maximize their global export potential.
| Name | Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) |
| Authorizing law | Japan External Trade Organization Incorporated Administrative Agency Act (December 13, 2002, Law No. 172) |
| Established | October 1, 2003 |
| Representative | Yasuo Hayashi, Chairman |
| Address | Ark Mori Building, 6F 12-32, Akasaka 1-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo
107-6006 Japan Tel: +81-3-3582-5511 |
| Offices | Domestic: JETRO Headquarters Tokyo, JETRO Osaka, Institute of Developing Economies and 36 regional offices |
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Overseas: 73 offices (54 countries)(as of July 2007) |
| Employees | Approx. 1,680 (830 domestic & 850 overseas)(as of April 2007) |
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