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  • 28 August 2026
  • Brief

Business priorities for halting and reversing nature loss

Ahead of COP17, the UN biodiversity summit, ICC calls on governments to shift from setting ambition to creating the conditions needed to scale delivery of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF). With more than half of global GDP dependent on nature and a finance gap running into hundreds of billions, accelerating progress now hinges on clear policy signals, coherent metrics, investable frameworks and supportive enabling conditions from governments.

  • 26 August 2026
  • News

ICC opens call for chambers to host flagship events

Chambers of commerce are invited to explore four distinct opportunities to host the renowned World Chambers Congress or Regional Summit in 2028-2029 and submit and Expression of Interest by 14 October 2026.

  • 19 August 2026
  • News

How can we scale innovation in plastics alternatives?

Tackling plastic pollution will require more than better waste management. In this interview, Alfa Laval shares why innovation in alternative materials must be matched by industrial scale-up, investment and cross-value chain collaboration. Drawing on its partnership with RWDC Industries, the discussion explores how businesses can bridge the gap between promising technologies and commercial deployment, and why harmonised frameworks under a future Global Plastics Treaty can help accelerate the transition to a more circular economy.

  • 18 August 2026
  • News

Prolonged Hormuz shock could push cereal prices up by more than 80%

ICC-commissioned modelling finds that severe and sustained disruption could also contribute to around one million additional diet-related deaths in 2030 and leave 67 million more people underweight. Coordinated public and private sector action is needed to keep fertilisers and agricultural inputs flowing and prevent disruptions from deepening food insecurity.

  • 18 August 2026
  • Brief

Safeguarding food security amid the Hormuz crisis

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz in February 2026 severed a critical chokepoint for fertiliser and agricultural input trade. New research reveals the severity of this compound crisis spanning physical supply, commercial viability and farm-level demand. This ICC policy brief outlines key priorities for policy and industry action to safeguard global food security.

  • 5 August 2026
  • News

ICC Trade Register becomes ICC Global Trade Intelligence Report to reflect expanded scope

The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC)’s flagship Trade Register has been renamed the ICC Global Trade Intelligence Report, reflecting its expanded focus on delivering data-driven insights into trade finance performance, global trade trends, market developments and economic resilience. The first edition under the new name will be released in September 2026.

  • 5 August 2026
  • News

How can connected data accelerate sustainable packaging design?

Better packaging starts with better data. As packaging regulations multiply and reporting requirements grow more complex, many businesses still rely on fragmented systems and spreadsheets to manage critical packaging information. In this interview with SAP, we explore how connected data can help companies move beyond compliance, enabling smarter design decisions, reducing costs and identifying opportunities for circularity.

  • 31 July 2026
  • Guide

Financial crime risk controls: Vessel checking

Trade finance transactions involving sea shipments can provide financial institutions with unique visibility into the movement of goods, offering valuable opportunities to detect sanctions evasion, trade-based money laundering, fraud and other forms of financial crime. Developed by a working group of ICC’s Financial Crime Policy Taskforce, this guide explores challenges and best practices for financial institutions in identifying financial crime risks in trade finance transactions involving ocean shipment. It reviews regulatory considerations, outlines common deceptive shipping practices and sets out practical recommendations for implementing effective vessel screening controls.

  • 27 July 2026
  • News

Proposed UN mechanism to reopen Hormuz to commercial shipping

ICC is supporting a new confidence-building mechanism developed by the UN Secretary-General’s Strait of Hormuz Task Force to facilitate safe, orderly and predictable maritime transit through one of the world’s most critical trade routes.

ICC Secretary General John W.H. Denton AO
  • 24 July 2026
  • News

ICC expresses deep concern over new US Section 301 tariffs

ICC has issued a statement in response to new “Section 301” tariffs announced by the United States Trade Representative, expressing concern  they risk penalising legitimate commerce, creating significant uncertainty across global supply chains and increasing compliance costs for businesses.

  • 23 July 2026
  • News

From technical expert to ICC digital leader

What do you get when you combine technical expertise with a business-first mindset? At ICC, it’s Cyrille Bernard. Since joining ICC in 2008 as Chief Information Security and Production Officer, Cyrille has built a career around connecting technology with the needs of the organisation. Today, as ICC’s Head of IT Governance and Projects, he helps teams turn business challenges into practical digital solutions that support ICC’s mission.

  • 22 July 2026
  • Policy paper

What next for plurilateral trade agreements?

Trade rulemaking cannot wait. Outdated rules mean rising costs and complexity for businesses everywhere. With multilateral negotiations at an impasse, plurilateral trade agreements are the primary route to new ones. This ICC policy paper offers a fresh vision for unlocking the potential of plurilaterals in step with how business actually trades today.

  • 15 July 2026
  • News

ICC and UNIDROIT launch public consultation for international investment contracts

The ICC Institute of World Business Law (ICC Institute) and the International Institute for the Unification of Private Law (UNIDROIT) have launched a public consultation regarding the draft Principles and Model Clauses for International Investment Contracts (IICs). The consultation is open until 15 September 2026.

  • 9 July 2026
  • News

Maritime piracy incidents fall to lowest since 1992, but risk remains

Maritime piracy and armed robbery incidents fell to their lowest level since 1992 in the first half of 2026, according to the latest report from ICC's International Maritime Bureau (IMB), released today. However, IMB warns there is no room for complacency, with crew safety still at risk and a slight resurgence of Somali piracy underscoring the need for continued vigilance.

  • 8 July 2026
  • Podcast

Responsible AI in marketing: how can the industry preserve trust?

As AI rapidly reshapes marketing and advertising, Enrique Ramírez from Grupo Bimbo and Alexander Montgomery from Microsoft explore what responsible AI in marketing and advertising looks like in practice. From the risks of misleading content and the pressures of scaling faster than governance to the growing importance of trust as a competitive differentiator, they discuss how marketers and companies can balance innovation with accountability to safeguard consumer trust.

  • 7 July 2026
  • Guest blog

Navigating cross-border disputes amid geopolitical instability

Periods of geopolitical tension have long reshaped global commerce, but today’s interconnected economy is making their impact on cross-border disputes more immediate and far-reaching. In this guest blog for ICC, Nasser Al-Adba, Founder and Managing Director of Omani & Partners, sponsor of the 11th ICC APAC Conference on International Arbitration, examines how arbitration can help businesses navigate conflict-driven uncertainty, manage legal and regulatory risk and preserve commercial value.