Global issues & trends
ICC and World Bank Group join forces to empower SMEs in emerging markets
The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and entities of the World Bank Group have announced a strategic collaboration.
ICC speaks up at closing of UN Bonn Climate Change Conference (SB62)
On behalf of the global business community, the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) urged parties to turn words into action at the closing plenary of the 62nd sessions of the UNFCCC Subsidiary Bodies (SB 62)—also known as the Bonn Climate Change Conference.
Targeted regulatory reforms offer opportunity to boost climate finance flows
Emerging markets and developing economies (EMDEs) are on the frontline of the global climate crisis – both in terms of exposure to its impacts and in their indispensable role in driving the transition to a net-zero future.
Major banks set industry milestone with endorsement of ICC’s Principles for Sustainable Trade Finance
A group of leading Trade Finance banks have today announced their endorsement of the International Chamber of Commerce’s (ICC) Principles for Sustainable Trade Finance (ICC PSTF).
Data flows in supply chains: Practical realities and policy implications
Cross-border data flows are essential for efficient global supply chains, enabling real-time coordination and logistics across borders. ICC provides concrete recommendations to align policies with operational realities and keep trade flowing.
ICC joins Business Call to Action to accelerate global cooperation for our oceans
In a joint Business Call to Action more than 80 businesses and supporting organisations from 25 countries urged both private and public decisions-makers to strengthen global cooperation and accelerate action to conserve and sustainably use the ocean.
ICC warns trade uncertainty is undermining global business confidence
ICC Secretary General John W.H. Denton AO discussed current trade policy tensions and what it means for the international business community.
How is biodiversity shaping the future of business?
On today’s International Biodiversity Day, we’re answering three key questions inspired by this year’s theme “Harmony with nature and sustainable development”.
ICC calls for G7 leadership to revitalise global trade system
ICC joined the business federations of the Group of Seven (B7) Summit for the first time as an official strategic partner, calling on G7 leaders to prioritise the revitalisation of the multilateral trading system.
ICC leadership joins B20 South Africa task forces
Continuing ICC’s long-standing engagement and leadership in the Business-20 process, four ICC leaders have been appointed to co-chair task forces established by the South African B20 Presidency.
Guatemala goes digital with smart port solution (VUMAR)
Guatemala has taken a big step forward in modernising its trade operations with the launch of a new digital Maritime Single Window (VUMAR), rolled out in April 2024
Pronounced spike in low-level crimes in Singapore Straits
The ICC International Maritime Bureau (IMB) has revealed a rise in global piracy and armed robbery incidents in the first quarter of 2025 – driven by a spike of incidents in the Singapore Straits.