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ICC launches call for businesses to pilot new sustainability framework for trade transactions in textiles sector

A month ahead of the start of COP27, ICC has launched a call to banks, corporates and technology companies to participate in piloting a ground-breaking framework to grade the sustainability profile of individual trade transactions.

ICC launches call for businesses to pilot new sustainability framework for trade transactions in textiles sector2022-10-11T12:10:55+02:00

African projects recognised at Small Business Champions Initiative awards

The winners and runners-up of the 2022 edition of the Small Business Champions Competition were announced at a virtual event co-organised by ICC, MSMEs and ITC.

African projects recognised at Small Business Champions Initiative awards2022-10-03T13:10:45+02:00

Lack of funds plague Ukrainian businesses under martial law, ICC survey reveals

A survey jointly conducted by ICC Ukraine in close co-operation with the Center for Operational and Strategic Analysis reveals that Ukrainian businesses have struggled to secure financing under martial law. 

Lack of funds plague Ukrainian businesses under martial law, ICC survey reveals2022-09-26T10:22:20+02:00

Use of ATA Carnet approved for FIFA World Cup broadcast equipment

Customs authorities in Qatar have approved the use of ATA Carnet, an international customs document that permits duty-free and tax-free temporary import of goods, for professional products such as broadcasting equipment on an exceptional basis during the upcoming 2022 FIFA World Cup.

Use of ATA Carnet approved for FIFA World Cup broadcast equipment2022-09-02T10:33:02+02:00

ICC Chair Maria Fernanda Garza appointed to UN Internet Governance Forum Leadership Panel

The recently elected Chair of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Maria Fernanda Garza has been appointed to serve on the United Nations Secretary-General’s inaugural Internet Governance Forum (IGF) Leadership Panel.

ICC Chair Maria Fernanda Garza appointed to UN Internet Governance Forum Leadership Panel2022-08-18T15:50:20+02:00

ICC welcomes EU Regulation amendment increasing legal certainty for the business community

Following the strengthening of the Russian and Belarusian related financial sanctions, the dispute resolution community raised numerous concerns regarding the impact on the administration and conduct of ICC proceedings implicating these countries.

ICC welcomes EU Regulation amendment increasing legal certainty for the business community2022-08-08T10:30:06+02:00

Effective implementation is key, says ICC, as grain export deal comes to life

ICC welcomes the departure of the first grain shipment from Odesa following the recently brokered grain export deal between Russia and Ukraine intended to alleviate soaring global food prices.

Effective implementation is key, says ICC, as grain export deal comes to life2022-08-03T10:36:06+02:00

Business leaders and policymakers gather for a more sustainable world tax order

The International Tax Conference, jointly hosted by ICC, Business@OECD and BusinessEurope last week highlighted how a consistent global tax system is essential for business.

Business leaders and policymakers gather for a more sustainable world tax order2022-07-29T15:20:50+02:00

Black Sea grain exports deal must enable full agricultural value chain, ICC says

ICC has issued a statement following the signature of a deal to allow the resumption of grain exports via the Black Sea.

Black Sea grain exports deal must enable full agricultural value chain, ICC says2022-07-29T15:15:46+02:00
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