Trade Offices
Re “Davis Fires Three Overseas Trade Officers,” April 28:
Regarding California’s overseas trade offices, it should be remembered that Gov. Ronald Reagan abolished the California Trade Commission and closed the world trade offices. Reagan was of the opinion that promotion of trade was primarily a role for the private sector, not the state, and as a matter of fact California’s share of trade increased tremendously without the various offices. Later on, in the Deukmejian regime, the offices were reopened and in the Wilson years the offices were increased in number.
California’s share of international trade and commerce grows each year because of the vigor of our economy and the innovative approach of our entrepreneurs. The role of trade offices is limited, to say the least.
WALTER COOMBS
Los Angeles
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