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ICC Ecoterms® on Circular Economy is a business-to-business resource that provides common definitions for 16 of the most widely used circular economy terms in global trade. It supports consistent interpretation of regulatory requirements, clearer communication on sustainability terms, and the scaling of circular economy models across global value chains.
A new international tax provision endorsed by the United Nations Tax Committee of Experts could undermine growth and public revenues in developing economies, according to a new Oxford Economics study commissioned by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC).
A new UN tax model provision risks triggering an estimated US$241 million in annual government revenue losses for the Global South. Any revenue gains from the new provisions would be fully offset, resulting in a net fiscal loss. This Oxford Economics report, commissioned by ICC, is the first quantitative assessment of the potential economic and fiscal impacts of the new Article 12AA on cross-border services.
ICC has confirmed the establishment of a new national committee in the Democratic Republic of Congo, expanding the world business organisation’s footprint on the African continent. Based in Kinshasa, the new national committee will provide support and services to local businesses to enhance their competitiveness in the global market, while amplifying the voice of businesses in the Democratic Republic of Congo on the global stage.
ICC guidance on expedited arbitration draws on lessons learned, experience and practice of close to 800 expedited procedures. Produced by the ICC Commission on Arbitration and ADR Working Group on Expedited Procedure Provisions, the publications offer concrete guidance on how expedited procedures can be used confidently and effectively across a wide range of disputes.
The ICC Dispute Resolution Library is now fully accessible through Jus Mundi’s agentic research tool, Jus AI, bringing ICC’s dispute resolution knowledge directly into a platform designed to support the needs of arbitration professionals.
ICC and Carbon Measures today announced the first cohort of experts selected to serve on the Technical Expert Panel on Carbon Accounting, which will define the principles, scope and real-world applications of a carbon emissions accounting system. Panellists include senior global leaders from business, academia, and civil society.
ICC Dispute Resolution Services has launched a partnership with universities in Brazil, China, Kenya, Qatar, and Chile to enhance arbitration education. The collaboration aims to enhance arbitration know how across a broad range of jurisdictions globally. The initiative will also provide a platform for academic leaders and experienced practitioners to exchange insights and best practices in dispute resolution.
Highest number of reported incidents in the Singapore Straits, Somali piracy threat contained by naval presence.
As United Nations negotiations on a Framework Convention on International Tax Cooperation continue, ICC warns that reforms risk creating new layers of double taxation. Following the latest round of talks in Nairobi, ICC states that expanding taxing rights without mandatory safeguards and relief from double taxation could undermine cross-border investment, strain tax administrations and weaken global growth.
ICC has welcomed the adoption, by consensus, of the outcome document of the 20-year review of the World Summit on the Information Society. The document sets out the United Nation’s approach on global digital cooperation. ICC has called on governments and stakeholders to work on establishing policy environments that are open and interoperable, and can support investment and innovation in digitalisation.
From the first hearings at our ICC Hearing Centre to topping a global survey with the world’s preferred arbitration rules, 2025 has been another impactful year for ICC Dispute Resolution Services. As the year comes to an end, we’re looking back at 10 milestones that illustrate how ICC is shaping the future of international dispute resolution.
Meralco’s Long-term Sustainability Strategy charts a just and affordable path to a coal-free future by 2050. Through major investments in renewables, next-generation technologies and 30 key sustainability initiatives through 2030, Meralco is cutting emissions, strengthening communities, and expanding access to essential services. The strategy shows that sustainability and business prosperity can – and must – advance together.
The ICC International Court of Arbitration has registered its 30,000th case under the ICC Arbitration Rules, marking a significant milestone as the year draws to a close.
ICC announced today the formal ratification of the Principles for Social Trade Finance (PSoTF) and the Principles for Sustainability-Linked Supply Chain Finance (PSL-SCF), following a public consultation launched at the United Nation’s 4th Financing for Development Conference in Seville in July. Together with the existing Principles for Green Trade Finance (PGTF), these newly ratified standards […]
From reducing costs to enhancing productivity, artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping global trade and creating new opportunities for companies of all sizes and geographical locations to expand their reach in the global economy. But while AI offers the promise of levelling the playing field – particularly for small firms in developing economies – it could just as easily risk deepening existing divides if barriers to inclusive adoption are not addressed, this joint survey by ICC and the World Trade Organization identifies.
Prevailing trade tensions and eroding trust in the rules-based multilateral trading system pose a serious threat to shared prosperity. Developed through extensive global consultations, the ICC Compact for Trade, Growth and Jobs sets out practical solutions – from quick wins for immediate implementation to more ambitious, longer-term reforms – that governments and businesses can take to address persistent trade challenges and unlock global trading potential. As the backbone of the global economy, the Compact places particular emphasis on the barriers faced and solutions needed to support small- and medium-sized enterprises in cross-border trade.
The report issues a call to action for companies of all sizes to put integrity at the heart of their operations, affirming that organisations that uphold ethical conduct are more resilient in times of uncertainty. Developed jointly by ICC, the United Nations Global Compact and Transparency International, the report highlights the imperative for business to lead with integrity in an increasingly complex global environment.
Brazil’s clean power system gives it a unique edge in decarbonising transport. CPFL Energia is harnessing that advantage by electrifying its fleet, cutting emissions and operating costs while improving air quality in some of the country’s most polluted regions. Through long-term investment and innovation, the company is showing how energy providers can drive a cleaner, more competitive future for mobility.
Google has been awarded top honours at the 10th edition of the Corporate Startup Stars (CSS) Awards, held at ICC Global Headquarters in Paris. Organised by ICC and Mind the Bridge, the awards recognise global leaders in open innovation.
