We are delighted to announce that the Zanzibar Investment Promotion Authority (ZIPA) has officially joined the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council as a Strategic Partner. The formal signing ceremony took place at London’s historic Guildhall and was honoured by the presence of His Excellency Dr. Hussein Ali Mwinyi, President of Zanzibar and Chairman of the… Continue reading Zanzibar Investment Promotion Authority (ZIPA) Joins CWEIC as Strategic Partner
CWEIC’s Strategic Partner, British International Investment (BII), together with Boston Consulting Group (BCG) has published a new report that provides a toolkit to significantly scale investor appetite for blended finance funds. The report can be accessed here. Blended finance has long been recognised as an effective way to use concessional capital, typically from development finance… Continue reading New BII Report: Blended Finance Holds the Key to Unlocking Capital for Emerging Markets
The Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) warmly congratulates Lieutenant General Ed Davis CB CBE on his appointment as the next Gentleman Usher of the Black Rod in the UK Parliament. His Majesty The King approved the appointment on 29 April 2025, with Lt Gen Davis set to take up the role in July. As… Continue reading Ed Davis, CWEIC’s Hub Chair for Gibraltar Is Confirmed as Next Black Rod
The Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) is delighted to welcome Esna Group as a new Strategic Partner. Headquartered in Sri Lanka with operations extending to Dubai, Esna Group is a dynamic, diversified conglomerate with interests across energy, logistics, hospitality, insurance, exports, luxury goods, manufacturing, and more. With a forward-looking vision anchored in sustainability, innovation,… Continue reading Esna Group Becomes Newest Strategic Partner in CWEIC’s Network
Lord Marland, Chairman of the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC), and Rosie Glazebrook, CEO of CWEIC, were delighted to meet with the new Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, Hon. Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, to continue vital discussions on accelerating trade and investment across the Commonwealth’s 56 member countries. The meeting reaffirmed CWEIC’s strong partnership with The… Continue reading Advancing Trade and Investment with the New Commonwealth Secretary-General
The Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) is pleased to share the official highlight video from the Commonwealth Trade and Investment Summit (CTIS) 2025. Capturing key moments from the two-day event at London’s Mansion House, the video features insights from senior political leaders, business executives, and global investors from across the Commonwealth. From high-level panels… Continue reading CWEIC Shares Highlight Video From CTIS 2025
The Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) is delighted to announce the addition of FIRST Exploration and Petroleum Development Company Limited (FIRST E&P) as a Strategic Partner, and welcome Mr Emmanuel Etomi to the Global Advisory Council. Established in 2011, FIRST E&P has rapidly emerged as a leading integrated energy solutions provider in Nigeria. With… Continue reading CWEIC Welcomes FIRST E&P as Strategic Partner
We’re pleased to share that Akhil Sharma, Partner and Head of International at Irwin Mitchell, has been named to the India Business Law Journal’s International A-List 2025. The list recognises top international lawyers working on India-related matters, based on feedback from in-house counsel and legal professionals around the world. In his role, Akhil leads Irwin… Continue reading Irwin Mitchell’s Akhil Sharma Named to IBLJ’s International A-List 2025
For immediate release: Commonwealth Trade and Investment Summit brings together political and business leaders On 7th and 8th April, the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) was delighted to bring together senior political and business leaders for the annual Commonwealth Trade and Investment Summit (CTIS). Hosted at London’s iconic Mansion House, this year’s CTIS provided… Continue reading Commonwealth Trade and Investment Summit brings together political and business leaders
On the side lines of the Commonwealth Trade and Investment Summit (CTIS), CWEIC Chairman Lord Marland was pleased to meet with Aliko Dangote, GCON, President and Chief Executive of Dangote Industries Limited, during a special occasion celebrating Jim Ovia’s Freedom of the City of London ceremony. Dangote Industries is a Strategic Partner of CWEIC. Mr… Continue reading Lord Marland Meets Aliko Dangote on the Sidelines of CTIS
