# Economic Development (GEC)

## Title 3. Economic Development and Business Resources

### Subtitle 3. Office of International Trade

#### Section 3-305

The Office shall encourage and facilitate participation by businesses in the State in barter, counter trade, and joint venture transactions, as appropriate, by:

(1) providing informational and consultative services, including the necessary components and laws involved in these transactions;

(2) facilitating the commercial relationship between Maryland businesses in the State and counterpart foreign businesses involved in these transactions; and

(3) providing, in cooperation with the private sector, a listing of potential barter and joint venture opportunities.

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Md. Code Ann., Econ. Dev. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)