Author: Anna van Harwegen den Breems

On the 13th and 14th of September, 300 delegates from 30 Commonwealth countries and beyond came together in Dhaka for the 1st Commonwealth Trade and Investment Forum. Organised by the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) in partnership with the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA), Ministry of Foreign Affairs and ZI Foundation, and under the… Continue reading New Connections and Relationships the Priority at the 1st Commonwealth Trade and Investment Forum in Dhaka, Bangladesh

The CWEIC Singapore team was pleased to organise a range of successful meetings and introductions for new Strategic Partner, Arqit. During Arqit’s engagement at Global Trade Review Asia, SUPT (NS)(Rtd) Raymond Huang PBB got to hear Dominic Broom speak on a panel about “Interoperability, digital islands and public-private collaboration” and learn more about trade digitalisation.… Continue reading CWEIC Welcomes Strategic Partner, Arqit, To Singapore

A decade ago, the historic signing of the Commonwealth Charter marked a momentous moment when the Commonwealth came together to align themselves on shared values and aspirations. Our CEO, Rosie Glazebrook, had the honour of outlining how the Charter contributes to creating an ideal environment for Commonwealth businesses and trade to thrive. Read more on… Continue reading Commonwealth Charter 10 Year Anniversary: CWEIC Comments On The Importance Of The Charter For Business

We are delighted to announce our latest Strategic Partner, the OPAIA Group, and welcome Mr Agostinho Kapaia to the Global Advisory Council. OPAIA Group is a leading Angolan business group, with more than 20 years of specialised experienced in the development and execution of infrastructure projects for public and private institutions. OPAIA is a privately… Continue reading OPAIA Group Joins CWEIC As Latest Strategic Partner

On the 13th and 14th of September, the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) is delighted to bring the Commonwealth Trade and Investment Forum (CTIF) to Dhaka, in partnership with the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA), Ministry of Foreign Affairs and ZI Foundation. The two-day conference will bring together more than 150 international businesspeople and… Continue reading CWEIC Looks Forward to Upcoming Commonwealth Trade and Investment Forum in Bangladesh

Lindsay Davis, Tulsi Wallooppillai, and Raymond Huang from the Singapore CWEIC team had the privilege of participating in the Africa Singapore Business Forum, organised by Enterprise Singapore. The forum gathered delegates from across Africa and Asia for two days of insightful discussions and high-level networking. Increased collaboration between the rapidly developing African economies and tech… Continue reading CWEIC attends the Africa Singapore Business Forum

We are pleased to announce our latest Strategic Partner and Commonwealth Legal Network member, ALP East Africa, and welcome Francis Gimara to the Global Advisory Council. ALP East Africa is a regional law firm qualified to practice in four jurisdictions within the region; Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, and South Sudan, and is affiliated with the Africa… Continue reading CWEIC welcomes ALP East Africa as latest Strategic Partner

Taking a significant step towards broadening trade horizons, the recent State Visit of Ugandan president Yoweri Museveni to Serbia was orchestrated in collaboration with Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) Strategic Partners, BTP Advisers and WB IFF. During the two-day official visit, Uganda and Serbia solidified their collaboration through the signing of two MOUs, focusing… Continue reading CWEIC Strategic Partners, BTP Advisers and WB IFF, Join Forces to Drive Ugandan Trade Expansion

CWEIC is pleased to announce our latest Strategic Partner, the Botswana Investment and Trade Centre (BITC) and welcome Mr Keletsositse Olebile to the Global Advisory Council. The Botswana Investment and Trade Centre (BITC) plays a critical role in driving Botswana’s economic growth through the attraction of foreign and domestic investment, the facilitation of business expansions,… Continue reading Botswana Trade and Investment Centre becomes latest Strategic Partner

The Electronic Trade Documents Act recently completed its passage through Parliament and received Royal Assent in the United Kingdom, marking a significant stride towards global trade digitalisation. The newly enacted law will bring digital trade documents, such as a bill of lading or bill of exchange, to an equal status with paper trade documents, ensuring… Continue reading UK Passes New Trade Digitalisation Laws