Lord Marland and CWEIC Delegation Calls Upon Lagos Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu

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

Frontier Report Highlights Guernsey’s £58 Billion Contribution to the UK Economy

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

CWEIC Hosts Exclusive Networking Lunch in Colombo to Deepen Sri Lanka–Commonwealth Partnerships

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

CWEIC Chief Executive, Samantha Cohen, Appointed Visiting Fellow at Oxford University

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

De La Rue Delivers Commemorative Banknote to Mark Sri Lanka Central Bank’s 75th Anniversary

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

CWEIC Strengthens Ties with Morocco to Unlock Commonwealth Opportunities

CWEIC’s CEO, Samantha Cohen CVO OBE, recently met with His Excellency Hakim Hajoui, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Morocco to the United Kingdom, to discuss expanding trade and investment links between Morocco and Commonwealth markets. The meeting follows Morocco’s Investment and Export Development Agency, AMDIE, formally joining CWEIC as a Strategic Partner earlier this year.… Continue reading CWEIC Strengthens Ties with Morocco to Unlock Commonwealth Opportunities

CWEIC Hosts IoD Nigeria Delegation And Agrees MoU Framework To Strengthen Commonwealth Business Links

In August, the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) was pleased to host a delegation from the Institute of Directors (IoD) Nigeria, bringing together professionals from across a wide range of sectors. The delegation was welcomed by CWEIC Chief Executive, Samantha Cohen CVO, who led discussions on the Commonwealth Advantage and outlined how Nigerian businesses… Continue reading CWEIC Hosts IoD Nigeria Delegation And Agrees MoU Framework To Strengthen Commonwealth Business Links

CWEIC Delegation at the CII India–Africa Business Conclave 2025

The Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) was delighted to lead a strong delegation of Strategic Partners to the 20th CII India–Africa Business Conclave, held in New Delhi from 27–29 August 2025. Organised by Strategic Partner, the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), in partnership with India’s Ministry of External Affairs and Ministry of Commerce and… Continue reading CWEIC Delegation at the CII India–Africa Business Conclave 2025

CWEIC Announces New Strategic Partner, InvestSarawak

InvestSarawak has joined CWEIC as a Strategic Partner, bringing Sarawak’s sustainable economic growth agenda to the Commonwealth. InvestSarawak is Sarawak’s dedicated agency for investment promotion and facilitation, established to deliver the state’s Post COVID-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030. Its mission is to position Sarawak as a green investment destination of choice in Southeast Asia by… Continue reading CWEIC Announces New Strategic Partner, InvestSarawak

Irwin Mitchell to Host Webinar on Protecting Your Brand

CWEIC Strategic Partner Irwin Mitchell will host a virtual seminar, “Choosing, Building and Protecting Your Brand,” designed to help businesses strengthen one of their most valuable assets: their identity. The virtual seminar will take place on Tuesday the 30th of September, 12:30 – 13:30 (UTC +1). In today’s competitive global marketplace, a brand is more… Continue reading Irwin Mitchell to Host Webinar on Protecting Your Brand