Follow the web links indicated for important updates from USCIB’s global business affiliates: the International Chamber of Commerce, the International Organisation of Employers and the Business and Industry Advisory Committee to the OECD.
Business Urges Compliance With Shipping Code
Warning that failure to meet a July 1 deadline could seriously disrupt international commerce, ICC has called on governments to urgently process applications for compliance with the International Ship and Port Facility Security Code.
à More at: www.iccwbo.org/home/news_archives/2004/ISPS.asp
The Crucial Role of Small Business
Small and medium-sized enterprises account for over 95 percent of businesses in most industrialized nations, a fact recognized by the OECD in its ongoing program to address the needs of smaller companies.
à More at: www.uscib.org/index.asp?documentID=2883
Recipients of World Business Awards Announced
Ten business-driven projects have been chosen to receive World Business Awards for their contribution to beating poverty and stimulating development, the International Chamber of Commerce announced.
à More at: www.iccwbo.org/home/news_archives/2004/WBA_release.asp
Panel Considers Bids to Host 5th World Chambers Congress
With preparations already underway for ICC’s 4th biennial World Chambers Congress in Durban, South Africa in June 2005, an international panel of chamber leaders is poring over applications to host the event upon its return to Europe in 2007.
à More at: www.iccwbo.org/home/news_archives/2004/WCF_curtain.asp
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