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South Korea Trade Mission


Locations

Soeul and Goyang,
South Korea 

Dates

Dec. 3-11, 2026

Registration

Buy America: Free 
K-DEX: $500

Take your business to South Korea

Join World Trade Center Utah for two high value export and market-development opportunities. Utah businesses can attend one, or both of these exciting trade shows.

BUY AMERICA IMPORT EVENT

Dec. 3-4, 2026 
The Platz, COEX | Seoul, South Korea 
Cost: Free

Meet Korean buyers actively looking for U.S.-made products at the Buy America Import Event. Showcase your products, connect one-on-one with prospective customers and distributers, and test your potential in the South Korean market. 

Best suited for: 
Utah exporters with U.S.-made products that are ready to pursue sales, distribution, and procurement opportunities in South Korea. 

Benefits: 

  • One-on-one business meetings with Korean buyers 

  • Opportunities to connect with major retailers, including Olive Young, E-Mart, Costco Korea, and Lotte Mart 

  • Meetings with member companies from Korean trade and import associations

  • A dedicated 3-by-2-meter consultation booth for product displays and individual meetings

  • A dedicated interpreter 

Target industries:  

Consumer products, defense and life sciences. 

K-DEX

Dec. 8-11, 2026 
KINTEX Exhibition Center 2 | Goyang, South Korea 
Cost: $500

Put your defense technology in front of an international audience. K-DEX brings together defense organizations, manufacturers, buyers, and technology leaders to explore the capabilities shaping the future of land defense. The program includes business meetings, industry briefings, technology presentations, and exhibits.

Best suited for: 
Utah companies working in aerospace and defense, autonomy, artificial intelligence, robotics, drones, and counter drone systems, advanced manufacturing, communications, mobility, protection, logistics and dual-use technologies. 

Benefits: 

  • One-on-one business meetings with Korean buyers 

  • Opportunities for business meetings and industry briefings  

    Exhibit alongside other Utah companies in the Utah pavilion 

Target industries:  

Aerospace and defense, advanced manufacturing, and technology 



SBA STEP grant reimbursement

Eligible Utah small businesses may qualify for STEP grant reimbursement to help offset travel-related expenses associated with this trip. Approved companies may receive reimbursement for 75% of qualified expenses (limitations apply). Learn more about eligibility and how to apply after your participation is confirmed.

Questions about STEP? Email us at grants@wtcutah.com

Other Questions? Email us at intl@wtcutah.com


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