DEXIA is a Statutory Organization responsible to the Ministry of Trade, Industry, Consumer Affairs, Private Sector Relations, CARICOM, OECS and Diaspora Affairs. The Agency came into existence on July 1, 1986, by Act No. 14, Dominica Export Import Agency Act of 1986.

DEXIA is responsible primarily for the importation of bulk rice and sugar and for facilitating exports of agricultural, agro-processed and manufactured products from Dominica. From 1995, DEXIA was mandated to commence direct trading, which the Agency was empowered do, under Act number 14 of 1986.

The agency's major areas of activity include:

• Market Research in the Caribbean and in the International markets of Europe, North America and Canada
• To analyze the effectiveness of Dominican exporters in selected markets and to recommend changes to expand and increase market share.
• Preparation of Marketing and Business Plans

In short, our vision is to be the foremost marketing agency in the Eastern Caribbean. Our aim is to be a leading supplier of good quality produce and marketing services to both the public and private sector.