Author: Anna van Harwegen den Breems

CWEIC congratulates our Strategic Partner, the Emerging Africa Group, as it adopts the prestigious ISO 26000 Social Responsibility Guidance Standards as a reference document in its practice of Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability, thereby solidifying its commitment to fostering sustainable development across the region. ISO 26000 is defined as the international standard developed to help organisations… Continue reading Emerging Africa Group receives ISO 26000 Certification for its Commitment to Social Responsibility

Lord Marland was pleased to contribute his thoughts on these changes and the role of the Commonwealth in shaping our future in the City A.M. Amidst the excitement of the UK general election campaign, it’s easy to overlook the fact that 2024 is shaping up to be a year of monumental global significance. With more… Continue reading Opinion Piece: Whoever wins the election would do well to reconnect with the Commonwealth – Lord marland

CWEIC is excited to welcome CAMTEL as the latest Strategic Partner and welcome Judith Yah Sunday epse ACHIDI to the Global Advisory Council. CAMTEL, short for Cameroon Telecommunications, is the leading telecommunications operator in Cameroon. Established in 1998, it is responsible for setting up and managing the infrastructure needed for electronic communication services under licenses… Continue reading CAMTEL becomes latest Strategic Partner of CWEIC

CWEIC was delighted to attend and support an event organised by our Strategic Partner, Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), during London Tech Week. The Digital Investment Roundtable was led by YB Tuan Gobind Singh Deo, Malaysia’s Minister of Digital, accompanied by YB Tuan Syed Ibrahim Syed Noh, Chairman of MDEC, and Ts. Mahadhir Aziz, CEO… Continue reading CWEIC Supports MDEC’s Digital Investment Roundtable at London Tech Week, Highlighting Malaysia’s Global Tech Appeal

CWEIC attended an exclusive reception with a technology delegation from Victoria, Australia, during London Tech Week. The event featured over 26 cutting-edge Victorian technology companies, showcasing Melbourne as Australia’s technology hub, home to more than half of the country’s top tech firms. Hosted by the Victorian Government Trade and Investment Office (VGTI) UK, Europe &… Continue reading CWEIC Attends Exclusive Reception with Victorian Technology Delegation at London Tech Week

CWEIC is excited to announce Sanctuary Counsel as new Strategic Partner, and welcome Jonathan McClory to the Global Advisory Council. Sanctuary Counsel is a boutique advisory firm, providing strategic communications, reputational advice, and timely data-driven insights to companies, professional services firms, family offices, governments, non-profits, and individuals. Jonathan is a globally recognised expert on soft… Continue reading Sanctuary Counsel joins CWEIC as new Strategic Partner

The Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) was honored to welcome The Rt Hon the Lord Mayor of the City of London, Alderman Professor Michael Mainelli, along with the Lady Mayoress and Sheriff Dame Susan Langley, to Singapore as part of their regional visit under the Mayoral theme “Connect to Prosper.” During the visit, the… Continue reading Lord Mayor of the City of London welcomed to CWEIC Singapore Hub

CWEIC was pleased to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with the Government of Maldives who was represented by His Excellency Mohamed Saeed, the Minister for Economic Development and Trade. This collaboration is aimed at bolstering economic development and enhancing the financial services industry in the Republic of Maldives. Recognising the critical role of economic growth… Continue reading CWEIC signs Memorandum of Understanding with the Government of Maldives

The Speaker of the British House of Commons Rt Hon Sir Lindsay Hoyle MP and Bangladesh Foreign Minister Md. Hasan Mahmud MP handed over the Bangladesh High Commission London’s ‘Bangabandhu-Edward Heath Friendship Award 2023’ to Lord Marland, Chairman of CWEIC. during the 54th Independence and National Day Diplomatic Reception of Bangladesh held at the Churchill… Continue reading Lord Marland Awarded Prestigious ‘Bangabandhu-Edward Heath’ by Bangladesh Foreign Minister

The Government of Maldives is a Strategic Partner of the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council. Since Lord Marland’s visit to the Maldives in February, CWEIC has been committed to supporting the modernisation of the Maldives’ financial sector. Hosted by Vincent Keaveny CBE, former Lord Mayor of the City of London, at DLA Piper, CWEIC was pleased… Continue reading CWEIC Hosts Roundtable with Maldives Minister for Economic Development and Trade to Modernise its Financial Sector