A unified voice is needed for progress on digital trade
As the UN’s E-Commerce Week Geneva and the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting 2018 commence, the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) United Kingdom calls for a cohesive voice from across the developed and emerging markets.
Global business concerned by "trade war" threat
The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) issues a statement regarding the U.S. administration’s announcement to impose new duties on imports of steel and aluminium.
Re-making the case for free trade: a statement from ICC Chairman Sir Michael Rake
ICC Chairman, Sir Michael Rake makes a statement regarding recent developments in relation to Brexit and the Trump administration, as well as the ICC's current objectives surrounding global trade policy.
ICC Digital Trade Campaign used as evidence House of Lords
The ICC United Kingdom's stance on digital trade is mentioned in House of Lords by Viscount Waverley, highlighting how modernising rules on digital trade will improve SME access to global markets, both in the UK and in emerging economies.
ICC launches new forum for British companies to shape international digital trade policy
ICC announces launch of new Digital Economy Committee aiming to facilitate the UK in leading the way on digital trade innovation, worth US$25 trillion to the global economy. This forum will provide a stronger platform for British businesses to influence international policy.
John Denton and Paul Polman to take up new leadership roles at world’s largest business organisation
John W.H. Denton AO, current CEO of Corrs Chambers Westgarth, and Paul Polman, CEO of Unilever, have unanimously been elected by ICC's World Council to leadership roles of ICC, the world’s largest business organisation.
Financial regulation unfairly impacting UK SMEs and emerging markets
The ICC Banking Commission has released its 2017 Trade Register report - Global Risks in Trade Finance, revealing the low-risk nature of transactions that support global trade, and confirming the low risk nature of trade finance.
Fintech provider and Chambers of Commerce to debate technology and trade finance at Manchester event
TradeRiver, an alternative lender focused on cross-border trade, will co-host a discussion on the role of technology in transforming trade and trade finance, and what this means for UK businesses.
ICC United Kingdom's Arbitration & Alternative Dispute Resolution Committee appoints new Vice-Chairs
The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) United Kingdom has appointed two new Vice-Chairs to its Arbitration & Alternative Dispute Resolution Committee: Ian Quirk, Arbitration Consultant, Essex Court Chambers; and Ania Farren, Partner, Berwin Leighton Paisner.
ICC United Kingdom analysis shows that UK ranks just 7th in G20 business participation – reflecting urgent need for increased engagement
ICC United Kingdom analysis shows that UK ranks just 7th in G20 business participation - reflecting urgent need for increased engagement. UK business will need to engage on a different scale at G20 if the UK wants to shape the world trade agenda and business environment post Brexit.
Will Kenyon to lead new ICC Corporate Responsibility and Anti-Corruption programme in the UK
Will Kenyon, Partner in the Forensic Services group at PwC, has been appointed by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) to lead its new Corporate Responsibility and Anti-Corruption programme in the UK.