Tagged with chamber of commerce

Korea The French-Korean Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FKCCI) has grown rapidly in the last decade, both in terms of members and revenues. Its managing director, Stella Yoon, explains how the chamber has adapted its capabilities and services to the changing needs of French companies and identified the hurdles facing Korean…

Egypt Tarek Tawfik, managing director of AmCham Egypt, explains how Egypt’s latest economic reforms have transformed the country into an attractive destination for foreign investors. He highlights the special role of Egypt in the region and shows how the public and the private sectors are collaborating to achieve economic growth.  …

Egypt Nadia Lamloum, executive director of the British Egyptian Business Association (BEBA), discusses the role of her institution and the investment opportunities that Egypt has to offer, as well as the initiatives being undertaken to form partnerships between industry, government officials and regulatory bodies.   Due to Egypt’s rising population, the demand…

Egypt Hassan Behnam, managing director of the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Egypt explains the investment opportunities Egypt has to offer, examines the close relationship between Egypt and France and highlights the recent visit of French President Emmanuel Macron to Egypt.   We at the French Chamber firmly believe…

China Adam Dunnett, secretary general of the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China (European Chamber) outlines the organization’s three key roles of advocacy, providing business intelligence and strengthening the European business community. He also details an extraordinarily productive past six months – during which the European Chamber held meetings with…

France Guy Maugis, president of the Franco-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry, explains the impact of the Macron government on the attractiveness of France as well as the importance of a strong relationship between Germany and France in times of political uncertainty. He also highlights the role of the chamber in…

Korea Christoph Heider, president of the European Chamber of Commerce in Korea (ECCK), discusses the organization, the need for the modernization of the Europe-South Korea Free Trade Agreement, and the future trading relationship between the two economic powerhouses.   Multinational pharmaceutical corporations demand more patient access and the abolition of the…

Turkey Şekib Avdagiç, president of the Istanbul Chamber of Commerce and Istanbul Convention and Visitors Bureau (ICVB) provides an in-depth analysis of the ICVB’s services, the main trends shaping the city’s congress sector and the importance of the healthcare and life sciences industry to Istanbul’s corporate tourism.   Turkey is gifted…

China Steven Lynch, managing director of the British Chamber of Commerce in China, introduces the Chamber’s activities in support of their members, the research they are undertaking to produce a position paper on UK PLC in China in 2019 and the great opportunities for British businesses in China.   Brexit does…

France Thierry Drilhon, president of the Franco-British Chamber of Commerce, talks about Brexit, the pro-industry Macron government and his positive outlook on the future of France and Franco-British cooperation.   I do not consider Brexit to be a threat, but an opportunity to reinforce international collaboration and the importance of Europe…

China The Honorable William Zarit, Chairman of the American Chamber of Commerce in Beijing (AmCham Beijing), shares the insights gained over his 25 years in China, the key priorities of AmCham Beijing regarding trade and economic linkages, and the fundamental need for both countries to strike a new ‘grand bargain’ based…

Malaysia Siobhan Das, executive director of the American Malaysian Chamber of Commerce, discusses the close business ties between the two countries and the future opportunities that exist for further investment growth in Malaysia.   What are the main activities of the American Malaysian Chamber of Commerce (AMCHAM)? We’re proud to say…