Washington's location makes it important for land, sea, and air transportation to Alaska and Asian countries across the Pacific Ocean. Puget Sound is an important harbor for Seattle, Tacoma, Bremerton, Olympia, and Everett. The state's fishing industry is one of the greatest in the country.
Technology manufacturing and services are very important to Washington's economy. Bill Gates, a giant in computer software, located his Microsoft Corporation in the state. If you want to see airplanes and spacecraft being made, Washington is the state for you. It is the nation's leading producer of jet aircraft. The Boeing Company, which is a chief producer of airplanes and spacecraft, is headquartered in Seattle and has plants in Auburn, Kent, Renton, Spokane, and near Everett. Washington is also a leader in aluminum smelting.
- The Authentication Office of the Washington Department of the Secretary of State is responsible for providing authentication services on Washington apostille that will be used in foreign countries.
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