This article was written by Linda Apelt – Agent-General for Queensland in the United Kingdom, Commissioner Trade and Investment Queensland After 8 months on the virtual road, I’m convinced that the green hydrogen project is one that will be undertaken not by countries in isolation but as a global endeavour that crosses borders. Let me… Continue reading Three Reasons Green Hydrogen is a Global Project
The Commonwealth Enterprise & Investment Council (CWEIC) is delighted to announce the official opening of its CWEIC Gibraltar Hub. Gibraltar’s departure from the European Union, coupled with the devastating impact suffered from Covid-19, represents a significant challenge for Gibraltar. It also provides the chance for bold and innovative solutions. As the world pauses to reflect… Continue reading Gibraltar Intensifies Business Links with the Commonwealth
CWEIC is delighted to welcome Regent Group as a new Strategic Partner. Regent Group is an education, real estate management and investment organisation that owns and manages independent schools, higher education colleges and investment businesses. Regent Group has a passion for education; helping learners excel personally, academically and professionally. Established in 2000, and based in… Continue reading CWEIC welcomes Regent Group as a new Strategic Partner
CWEIC Chairman, Lord Marland wrote in CNN Business Perspectives on January 25, 2021 in an article titled: Why Britain Must Look Beyond the US for Trade Deals. Lord Marland argues that in order for the UK to be a bold player in the global market, it must forge innovative relationships and seek opportunities in new,… Continue reading Lord Marland writes for CNN Business: Why Britain Must Look Beyond the US for Trade Deals
Amid the challenges of the pandemic, three Australian businesses saw an opportunity to support struggling international communities through this tough time and help them rebuild on the other side. When COVID-19 forced Australia into lockdown this year, tens of thousands of international students were unable to fly home. Many lost their jobs but weren’t eligible… Continue reading How Three Australian Businesses Are Changing Lives During COVID-19
The Prime Minister of Antigua joins CWEIC to sign MOU for Centre of Oceanography The Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda, the Hon. Gaston Browne, today hosted a virtual signing ceremony with CWEIC Chair Lord Marland for an MOU with the Association of Commonwealth Universities to progress the establishment of a Centre of Excellence for Oceanography… Continue reading The Prime Minister of Antigua joins CWEIC to sign MOU for Centre of Oceanography
Written by Mrs Enitan Solarin, CEO of YOA Insurance African countries began officially trading under a new continent-wide free trade area on January 1. The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) aims to bring together 1.3 billion people in a $3.4 trillion economic bloc that will be the largest free trade area since the establishment… Continue reading Insights from YOA Insurance on the impact of AfCFTA on the African Insurance Industry
CWEIC CEO Samantha Cohen CVO was guest speaker at “In Conversation” Webinar hosted by the Royal Warrant Holders Association (RWHA) focusing on the future of Commonwealth trade. Chaired by CEO Mark Leishman CVO, the discussion explored questions around the potential of emerging and established Commonwealth markets and the opportunities for UK companies. Businesses taking part included… Continue reading CWEIC joins the Royal Warrant Holders Association Webinar Focusing on the Future of Commonwealth Trade
CWEIC Strategic Partner Invest Cyprus has this month announced the winners of a new award programme to celebrate entrepreneurship leading the way in technology and innovation in Cyprus. Cyprus Seeds, a non-profit initiative supporting the commercialization of innovative academic research in Cypriot universities and research institutions and Invest Cyprus, the national investment promotion agency, initiated… Continue reading Invest Cyprus announces new award celebrating entrepreneurship in technology and innovation
CWEIC were pleased to join the Bangladesh High Commission celebratory event commemorating the historic maiden visit of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman to the United Kingdom on 8 January 1972. Senior Ministers, parliamentarians, senior members of the House of Lords, ambassadors and journalists addressed the event titled “Bangabandhu & Britain: And the Historic 8 January”. Bangladesh… Continue reading CWEIC Joins Bangladesh High Commission Commemorative Event
