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CTA Trade Week

May 19–21, 2026
Washington, D.C.
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Join Us for CTA Trade Week

CTA Trade Week is a premier gathering designed to connect industry leaders, policymakers, and trade experts to discuss the future of global trade and its impact on technology and business. 

This exclusive event, hosted in Washington, D.C., offers unique opportunities for CTA members to engage directly with key decision-makers, participate in critical discussions, and advocate for policies that drive innovation and economic growth.

Why Attend

  • Gain insights from industry experts and policymakers on the future of global trade.
  • Advocate for your business by sharing your tariff story and discussing key trade policy issues.
  • Build connections with decision-makers, journalists, and stakeholders across the tech and trade sectors.
  • Shape the future of trade policies and regulations affecting the tech industry.

2026 Trade Watchers Reception

Kick off the week at the Trade Watchers Reception at CTA Innovation House! Join embassy representatives and leaders from across the technology and trade community May 19 for an evening of high-level networking and timely discussion on the issues shaping global commerce.
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CTA Member-Only Events

  • CTA Trade Lobby Day

    CTA members will have in-person meetings with members of the House and Senate to advocate for CTA’s trade priorities on Capitol Hill and participate in informal lunch sessions with Hill staff to share insights into trade policy and innovation.

  • Trade Briefings from the Trump Administration 

    CTA members will receive exclusive briefings from senior officials from key agencies on critical trade issues, including tariffs, supply chains and evolving regulations.

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If you are interested in learning more about CTA membership or trade working groups, would like to share your tariff impact story or have a media request, please contact us.

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    PlugFest is an exclusive opportunity for consumer technology developers worldwide to gather and privately test the compatibility of their products with products from other manufacturers before they hit the market.

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    Wed October 28, 2026

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    Join us for a virtual roundtable on advances in AI that are accelerating robotic capabilities, the opportunities and challenges facing commercialization, and the policy, standards, safety, and workforce considerations that will influence adoption.

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    Tue November 17, 2026

    Innovation House | 5-7 PM

    ​Join CTA for a discussion with leaders from the technology and energy sectors on how the two industries are increasingly connected, and what the U.S. needs to stay competitive for the next wave of American innovation.

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