ABOUT THE INTERNATIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
ICC is the largest, most representative business organization in the world. Its global network comprises over 6 million companies, chambers of commerce and business associations in more than 130 countries, with interests spanning every sector of private enterprise. A world network of national committees keeps the ICC International Secretariat in Paris informed about national and regional business priorities. More than 2,000 experts drawn from ICC’s member companies feed their knowledge and experience into crafting the ICC stance on specific business issues. The United Nations, the World Trade Organization, the G20 and many other intergovernmental bodies, both international and regional, are kept in touch with the views of international business through ICC.
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TOOLS FOR BUSINESS ICC Qatar offers a wide range of services and practical tools to facilitate business.
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Commercial Crime Services
Research Foundation
A range of services combating commercial crime, from fraud in international trade, insurance, financial instruments and shipping, to money laundering, maritime piracy, counterfeiting and intellectual property theft.
Independent research that contributes to public knowledge, education and debate on the benefits of global trade and investment.
Dispute Resolution Services
Training and Conferences
Alternatives to litigation especially suited to crossborder disputes. Led by ICC’s world-renowned International Court of Arbitration, they also include mediation and other forms of amicable dispute resolution, independent assessment by experts, and dispute boards.
An extensive range of training seminars and conferences that brings ICC’s expertise in legal and business tools to a worldwide audience.
Publications
World Chambers Federation
Globally-used ICC rules and standards, guidelines, reference books and model contracts are developed from the work of ICC commissions, divisions and other international specialists.
A global forum for chambers of commerce to foster the exchange of ideas, relationship-building, and development of new products and services.
COMMISSIONS Corporate Responsibility and Anti-corruption ICC Qatar is a strong advocate of ethical business practices and a pioneer in the business fight against corruption. A growing number of companies across the world recognise that doing business with integrity is the only right way of doing business. The Corporate Responsibility and Anti-corruption Commission is on the forefront in the development of ethics, anti-corruption and corporate responsibility advocacy codes and guidelines, providing a voice for companies in this rapidly changing field. Areas of focus for the Commission include anti-money laundering and counter terrorist financing, and public procurement and anti-corruption clauses in model contracts. ICC Qatar helps companies develop their own approach to supply chain responsibility and to fight corruption. In addition, ICC Qatar actively pursues the participation of the business community to give their input on such matters. ICC Qatar is committed to actively contribute to an ethical and responsible working environment for the benefit of both big and small companies.
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COMMISSIONS Environment and Energy The need for sustainable use of resources and respect for the environment are priorities for Qatar as set out in the Qatar National Vision 2030 and are on the top of the agenda for all environmentally aware businesses. The ICC Qatar Environment and Energy Commission acts as a primary interlocutor and partner in governmental dialogue and it also examines major environmental and energy related policy issues that affect business locally and those that are of interest to world business. Through this commission, companies can input by elaborating on multi-sectorial business policy positions, achievements and highlighting business solutions to environmental issues and problems. The Commission offers companies a voice in these issues and makes recommendations for these companies on significant regulatory and market issues concerning energy and environment. Moreover, the ICC works closely with the United Nations to facilitate business participation and involvement at UN-organised events, including the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), the UN Commission on Sustainable Development (UNCSD), and the UN Convention on Biological Diversity (UNCBD).
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