Debates on world trade reform extended on Global Dialogue on Trade platform
The first digitally-enabled dialogue on the future of the multilateral rules-based trading system will be extended until 1 March 2019.
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Application of ATA Carnet System expands in China
The World Chambers Federation (WCF) of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) welcomes China’s advancement of the scope of application of the ATA Carnet system. As of 9 January 2019, the Asian nation will now accept professional equipment and commercial samples.
ICC calls for closest possible relationship between UK and European Union
With the date for the United Kingdom (UK) to leave the European Union (EU) just months away, ICC has restated its position that the UK should seek the closest possible trading relationship with the EU to keep cross border trade as frictionless as possible.
ICC calls on governments to do more to maximise the potential of digital trade for inclusive growth
The World Trade Organization’s (WTO) 2018 Public Forum kicks off in Geneva, Switzerland this week under the theme ‘Trade 2030’.
ICC welcomes G20 Trade Ministers’ call to support WTO reform
ICC has welcomed a statement from G20 ministers recognizing the need to step up efforts to mitigate risks and enhance confidence in international trade at what they describe as “a critical juncture for international trade and investment cooperation.”
ICC Secretary General appears on MSNBC giving global trade and jobs insight
In an interview broadcast live on the American news network MSNBC, International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Secretary General John W.H. Denton AO stressed that tit-for-tat tariffs were not the answer to legitimate grievances of marginalized groups who may have been negatively affected by globalization.
ATA Carnet steps into the digital age with new pilot project
The World Chambers Federation (WCF) of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) has launched the first stage of a pilot project to digitalise the ATA Carnet, a customs document allowing duty- and tax-free movement of goods for up to one year.
In global trade gathering, business urges governments to play by the rules
In a clear show of support for the multilateral trading system, global business representatives today joined trade policymakers today at the World Trade Organisation’s (WTO) headquarters in Geneva to discuss future reform of the multilateral trading system.
Business turns to customs reform amid historic trade uncertainty
Common-sense reforms that make trading easier and faster can have a greater impact than removing every tariff in the world. Global business representatives at an ICC summit in Buenos Aires ahead of the G20 meeting agreed on the importance of furthering trade facilitation.
Sun is shining on global economy ICC’s John Denton tells Sky News
Incoming Secretary General of the International Chamber of Commerce John W.H. Denton AO has warned against inward policies and other distractions that could threaten global growth in 2018.