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
The Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) is delighted to congratulate Samantha Cohen CVO. OBE, Chief Executive of CWEIC, on her appointment as a Visiting Fellow at the University of Oxford’s Centre for Corporate Reputation. This appointment underscores Sam’s many years of leadership at the highest levels of public life and business, including advising Heads… Continue reading CWEIC Chief Executive, Samantha Cohen, Appointed Visiting Fellow at Oxford University
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has unveiled a historic Rs. 2000 commemorative currency banknote to celebrate its 75th anniversary under the theme “Stability for Prosperity.” Designed and printed by De La Rue – the global leader in secure currency and identity solutions and a valued CWEIC Strategic Partner – the limited-issue note showcases… Continue reading De La Rue Delivers Commemorative Banknote to Mark Sri Lanka Central Bank’s 75th Anniversary
