New tracker shines light on global progress towards paperless trade

The tracker gives governments, businesses and international bodies their clearest view yet of how the world is moving – or not – towards a landmark treaty that could make paper cargo documents history.

New tracker shines light on global progress towards paperless trade2026-06-29T14:43:08+02:00

How can business shape the future of multilateral cooperation?

ICC Secretary General John W.H. Denton AO joins Vrinda Tiwari, Asia-Pacific Programme Officer at the International Energy Agency (IEA), to discuss the evolving role of business in an increasingly complex global environment.

How can business shape the future of multilateral cooperation?2026-06-05T11:13:13+02:00

ICC highlights risks to global trade and food security

ICC Secretary General John W.H. Denton AO has highlighted growing risks to global trade and food security in media interviews discussing disruptions affecting the Strait of Hormuz.

ICC highlights risks to global trade and food security2026-05-11T11:26:55+02:00

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.

WTO outcome “particularly concerning” for business, ICC says2026-04-08T10:39:45+02:00

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.

236 business organisations urge WTO Ministers for time-bound reform and e-Commerce Moratorium renewal2026-04-08T10:25:31+02:00

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.

Business calls on trade ministers to safeguard and reform WTO system at MC142026-04-08T10:13:11+02:00

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.

Statement of industry support and report on a permanent WTO Moratorium2026-04-08T10:07:13+02:00

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.

When digital tools become more expensive, the online growth of MSMEs is at risk2026-03-25T14:37:50+01:00

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.

What British and European exporters should know about authentication of origin self-certification2026-03-25T13:39:21+01:00

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).

Business mobilisation grows to 189 chambers and associations backing WTO reform and Moratorium renewal2026-03-11T17:43:18+01:00
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