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Dubai Chambers' President and CEO elected as member of Executive Board of (ICC)
24 June 2025 12:49
DUBAI (ALETIHAD)The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) has elected Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, as a member of its Executive Board, reinforcing Dubai's leadership in advancing global trade, driving business growth, and fostering international partnerships. The ICC is the world's largest business organisation, representing a network of 45 million companies ranging from small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to multinational corporations (MNCs) that collectively employ over one billion people in more than 170 in Paris in 1919, the ICC serves as the voice of the global business community. The value of merchandise trade conducted through its membership network exceeds $ 17.5 trillion annually, with the organisation maintaining a presence in over 100 countries through its various national appointment of Dubai Chambers' President and CEO to the ICC Executive Board reflects Dubai's prominent role in driving global cooperation, as well as building constructive partnerships that advance global trade and strengthen collaboration between business communities worldwide. This consolidates Dubai's status as a hub for shaping the future of global trade, facilitating business activity, and influencing international economic appointment reaffirms the global community's confidence in Dubai's unique economic model, which combines an ambitious vision with flexible legislation, strong public-private sector collaboration, and robust support for business growth. It also reflects the emirate's deep international ties and global position among the world's leading centres for economic ICC plays a vital role in promoting global trade growth and shaping international economic policy in collaboration with local and global institutions. The organisation is instrumental in establishing the rules governing international commercial transactions and the global Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, commented: 'Dubai is continuing to advance its efforts to strengthen international economic cooperation and enhance cross-border trade flows, with a strong focus on developing a dynamic global ecosystem that fosters private sector growth and promotes a more competitive business environment. Dubai Chambers will continue to play an active role in shaping global dialogue on the future of trade, market integration, and business innovation, as well as building partnerships that contribute to sustainable global economic growth.'The ICC also encompasses the World Chambers Federation (WCF), which serves as an essential platform for dialogue and cooperation among chambers of commerce worldwide on key issues relating to SME development and private sector support.
The federation is the largest global network of chambers and brings together more than 1,500 chambers of commerce from over 100 countries. The WCF organises the World Chambers Congress, the only forum dedicated to chamber leaders, providing an opportunity to exchange knowledge, share best practices, and build global networks. The congress attracts more than 15,000 participants.
