ICC Chairman Sunil Bharti Mittal responds to rising trade tensions

In view of rising trade tensions caused by proposed tit for tat tariff increases, the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) has issued the following statement, ICC Chairman Sunil Bharti Mittal said: Open markets underpinned by the rules-based multilateral trading system have been a vital driver of prosperity across the world over the...

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ICC welcomes enhanced focus on trade finance in UN

The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) has welcomed official recognition of the estimated US$1.6 trillion trade financing gap in the United Nations’ (UN) annual Financing for Development (FfD) review. In an intergovernmental text issued today, the UN underscores the importance of ensuring adequate and cost-effective trade financing for small businesses and...

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UN General Assembly Grants Observer Status to ICC

United Nations General Assembly adopts resolution granting Observer Status to world’s largest business association New role for the International Chamber of Commerce first time business given official role in General Assembly in the 71-year history of the UN Landmark move will enhance business engagement on global governance issues—including implementation of...

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