A new Boxnote from Audley explores one of the most important debates shaping the UK economy today: how to secure a future of growth through renewed investment in infrastructure and housing. UK construction costs have traditionally been significantly higher than peer economies, such that the UK risks an infrastructure shortfall of up to £1.7 trillion… Continue reading New Report Highlights UK Infrastructure and Growth Public Policy
Guildhall, City of London – 22 September 2025 – On Monday, CWEIC and the City of London co-hosted a high-level roundtable at Guildhall, chaired by the Lord Mayor of the City of London, and CWEIC’s Chief Executive, Samantha Cohen, under the theme “Growth Unleashed: Mobilising Innovative Finance for Resilient Commonwealth Economies.” The discussion brought together… Continue reading Unlocking Capital: The City of London and CWEIC Champion Innovative Finance Across the Commonwealth
Sam Cohen, Chief Executive of CWEIC, together with Sean Leno, Director for Operations, and Charlotte Bailey, Director for Programmes, met with His Excellency Dr Clarence E. Pilgrim, Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Barbuda Affairs of Antigua and Barbuda, recently appointed Head of the CHOGM 2026 Taskforce. They were joined by… Continue reading CHOGM 2026: CWEIC Engages with Antigua and Barbuda on Commonwealth Business Forum Planning
CWEIC Deputy Chairman Lord Swire hosted Queensland’s Deputy Premier, The Honourable Jarrod Bleijie MP and representatives from Trade and Invest Queensland at the House of Lords this week for discussions on deepening Commonwealth–Queensland relationships. The visit underscored opportunities for collaboration as Brisbane prepares to host the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, a landmark event expected… Continue reading Lord Swire Welcomes Queensland Delegation to the House of Lords to Strengthen Commonwealth Ties Ahead of Brisbane 2032
CWEIC Strategic Partner Irwin Mitchell has shared a new report, The Inheritance Tax Revolution: Regional Insights and What’s Next for UK Estates, offering in-depth analysis of how inheritance tax (IHT) trends are reshaping wealth planning and investment decisions across the UK. The report examines regional variations in estate values and tax liabilities, highlights the rising… Continue reading Irwin Mitchell Launches Inheritance Tax Report and London Roadshow
Accra, Ghana – September 2025 – The Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) Chairman, Lord Marland, concluded a highly successful visit to Accra, strengthening ties between Ghanaian and Commonwealth businesses and reinforcing the country’s central role in regional trade and investment. Government and Institutional Engagements The two-day programme included meetings with H.E. the President… Continue reading Lord Marland Leads Successful Visit to Ghana to Deepen Commonwealth Business Ties
CWEIC was delighted to support the Commonwealth Startup Fellowship: Capstone Showcase 2025, held at Imperial College London, which celebrated the achievements of the inaugural cohort of young entrepreneurs from across Africa, India and the wider Commonwealth. Earlier this year, CWEIC helped promote the Fellowship across our network to encourage applications, and we were pleased to… Continue reading Commonwealth Startup Fellowship: Capstone Showcase 2025
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu welcomed a high-level delegation from the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC), led by Chairman Lord Marland, to Lagos House, Marina. The meeting focused on deepening trade and investment ties between Lagos State and the wider Commonwealth after Lagos State joined CWEIC as a Strategic Partner earlier this year. Governor Sanwo-Olu highlighted… Continue reading Lord Marland and CWEIC Delegation Calls Upon Lagos Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu
A landmark new report has highlighted the role that Guernsey plays in powering the UK’s economy, once again emphasising Guernsey’s position as a growth engine that continues to punch well above its weight. A new Frontier Economics report, “The Value of Guernsey’s Funds Industry to the UK’s Growth Ambitions”, has revealed that Guernsey-based funds are… Continue reading Frontier Report Highlights Guernsey’s £58 Billion Contribution to the UK Economy
Colombo, Sri Lanka – 8 September 2025 – The Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) hosted an exclusive networking lunch in Colombo, convening Strategic Partners, senior government officials, and private-sector leaders to strengthen collaboration and unlock new opportunities for investment and trade in Sri Lanka. Held under the auspices of CWEIC’s Sri Lanka Hub, chaired… Continue reading CWEIC Hosts Exclusive Networking Lunch in Colombo to Deepen Sri Lanka–Commonwealth Partnerships
