Apia, Samoa – October 2024 – The Commonwealth Business Forum (CBF) 2024, under the theme One Resilient Common Future; Transforming Our Common Wealth, will be held in Samoa on the 23rd and 24th of October, marking the first time the forum is hosted in a Small Island Developing State (SIDS). This landmark event will gather… Continue reading Press Release: The Commonwealth Business Forum 2024 heads to the Pacific
Lord Marland was honoured to deliver the Opening Address on the “The Commonwealth & Asia: Collaborating for Innovation & Digital Growth” at The Asia New Economy Summit on the 15th of October. The Summit, formerly known as the Asia Economic & Entrepreneurship Summit, brings together Government, business, academic & Think Tank leaders to discuss the… Continue reading Lord Marland Addresses The Asia New Economy Summit
Lord Swire, Deputy Chair of CWEIC, has received his Freedom of the City of London. Lord Swire was nominated by Alderman and former Lord Mayor Sir William Russell, and Alderman Prem Goyal OBE. The tradition of the Freedom of the City of London has its origins dating back to the 13th century, when being a… Continue reading Lord Swire Receives Freedom of The City of London
British International Investment (BII), a Strategic Partner of CWEIC, is to launch a new capital mobilisation facility to unlock private investment in emerging economies. This initiative aims to address the twin challenges of development and the climate emergency by mobilising significant private capital for sustainability-focused projects in regions considered too risky by global investors. Nick… Continue reading UK Prime Minister Announces the Launch of New British International Investment (BII) Mobilisation Facility to Boost Private Capital Flow
CWEIC’s Deputy Chairman, Lord Swire, has provided insightful commentary on the significance of the upcoming Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) for New Zealand in Newsroom, an independent New Zealand news and current affairs platform. In this opinion piece, Lord Swire highlights how Prime Minister Christopher Luxon can lead New Zealand in championing Pacific interests… Continue reading Opinion Piece: “NZ can push Pacific interests at Commonwealth” – Lord Swire
An article published by Forbes highlights Gibraltar’s ambitious efforts to revitalise its economy and establish itself as a hub for skilled service sector workers and future job opportunities. Positioned strategically at the southern tip of the Iberian Peninsula, Gibraltar offers significant potential for business and tourism ventures. Unlike the population declines seen in the United… Continue reading Forbes Magazine: Gibraltar Advances in Tourism and Financial Services under New Leadership
In an exclusive interview with The Interview World at the Commonwealth Champions Conference, hosted by ASSOCHAM, Rosie Glazebrook, Chief Executive of the Commonwealth Enterprise, and Investment Council (CWEIC), outlined the organisation’s key role in fostering a favourable environment for trade and investment across Commonwealth nations. Glazebrook highlighted India’s growing influence as a leading economy within… Continue reading Rosie Glazebrook, CWEIC Chief Executive, Highlights India’s Rising Economic Influence in interview with The Interview World
Rosie Glazebrook, Chief Executive of the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC), met with the Chief Minister Sri A Revanth Reddy, Government of Telangana during her recent trip to India. Telangana, a state in southern India, was formed in 2014, with Hyderabad as its capital. Known for its rich history, culture, and rapid IT industry… Continue reading Rosie Glazebrook, CWEIC Chief Executive, Meets Telangana Chief Minister Sri A Revanth Reddy to Explore Strategic Partnership
Our Strategic Partner, Irwin Mitchell, in partnership with Cebr, has released the latest *Foreign Direct Investment Report*. This comprehensive analysis ranks the UK’s 50 largest cities based on their investment attractiveness, considering factors such as growth potential, local skills, and infrastructure. The key findings highlight London’s continued dominance as the most attractive investment destination, thanks… Continue reading Irwin Mitchell Unveils Latest ‘Investment Attractiveness Index’ Ranking UK’s 50 Largest Cities for Foreign Direct Investment
Our Chief Executive, Rosie Glazebrook, recently led a delegation of CWEIC Strategic Partners to India for a packed itinerary that included two conferences, official meetings with ministers, site visits, and more. We were also pleased to formally exchange and MoU with the Confederation of Indian Industry to progress the development of a CWEIC India Hub.… Continue reading CWEIC Delegation’s Strategic Visit to India to Enhance Africa-India Collaboration
