Global issues & trends
WTO outcome “particularly concerning” for business, ICC says
ICC has issued a statement expressing concern at the failure of WTO Members to reach a concrete political agreement at a time of real strain on the global economy.
236 business organisations urge WTO Ministers for time-bound reform and e-Commerce Moratorium renewal
The statement calls for a time‑bound WTO reform process and the renewal of the e‑Commerce Moratorium, underscoring the urgency felt across the global business community for a well‑functioning multilateral trading system that meets the realities of the 21st century.
“We can choose to act,” ICC tells WTO ministers
ICC Secretary General John W.H. Denton AO called on governments to act decisively, warning that inaction at this pivotal moment could deepen economic instability and erode the foundations of global trade.
Business calls on trade ministers to safeguard and reform WTO system at MC14
At a business forum co-hosted by ICC and the WTO on the eve of the WTO’s 14th Ministerial Conference (MC14) in Yaoundé, business leaders called on ministers to deliver practical outcomes in response to the mounting pressures on the global trading system.
Statement of industry support and report on a permanent WTO Moratorium
ICC is among over over 100 business associations calling on World Trade Organization (WTO) Members to make the Moratorium on Customs Duties on Electronic Transmissions permanent.
Final appointments to Technical Expert Panel on Carbon Accounting announced
The International Chamber of Commerce and Carbon Measures today announced the second and final group of experts appointed to the Technical Expert Panel (TEP) on Carbon Accounting.
When digital tools become more expensive, the online growth of MSMEs is at risk
Thai e-commerce services company Brandnista helps micro-, small- and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) establish online businesses and participate in the digital economy.
What British and European exporters should know about authentication of origin self-certification
Self-certification of origin has become the default proof of origin in many modern Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) – valued by businesses for cutting cost and paperwork.
Global Business Statement surpasses 200 business organisations urging WTO reform and Moratorium renewal
With additional organisations expected to sign on in the coming days, the rapidly growing coalition underscores the urgency felt across the business community as governments prepare to take critical decisions at MC14.
Business mobilisation grows to 189 chambers and associations backing WTO reform and Moratorium renewal
Momentum is rising among global business organisations backing a Global Business Statement for action at the 14th Ministerial Conference of the World Trade Organization (WTO).
ICC advances trade revitalisation dialogue to boost resilience in the Americas
Business and government leaders gathered in Mexico City to explore practical steps to strengthen trade resilience, accelerate SME participation and modernise trade infrastructure in the Americas.
The risks that taxing digital trade at the border pose to Pacific small business
If the WTO e-commerce Moratorium were to lapse higher digital transaction costs could weaken the competitiveness of smaller Pacific island firms.