Okay, I don't know rather to say 'Welcome to the Forum' or not when one's first post is not well stated, not backed up with more specifics, and appears to be trying to raise hostilities. And by one who totally hides his identity from others.
'Reciprocity' is a two way street. We have some with other Agencies (ASNT for example, Level II VT), other countries (Canada, Europe), but in most cases there are some tests required to prove competence to their system and visa versa.
Yes it is hard worked for and earned. But that doesn't mean that if we have reciprocity agreements that they in any way 'CHEAPEN' the value or impact that an AWS/CWI has. It is a very honored achievement.
Don't think I will sign out with my normal wish either, not until you explain yourself. Brent