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During his recent visit to Nigeria, Lord Marland, Chairman of the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC), was featured in both The Guardian Nigeria and BusinessDay where he discussed how current global tariff tensions could open new doors for intra-Commonwealth trade and investment.

In his interviews, Lord Marland emphasized that the ongoing tariff wars present a unique opportunity for Commonwealth nations to strengthen trade relations, leverage shared values, and build new economic partnerships beyond traditional markets. He also applauded the progress of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), encouraging Commonwealth member states in Africa to harness its full potential for regional and international growth.

Read more about Lord Marland’s insights in these recent features:

“Tariff war presents opportunity for Commonwealth trade” – The Guardian Nigeria

“Tariff war, great opportunity for Commonwealth trade” – BusinessDay Nigeria

These articles highlight Lord Marland’s continued advocacy for collaboration, innovation, and shared prosperity across the Commonwealth.