John W.H. Denton AO

Across the DCO ecosystem, Observers from the private sector and development organizations are bringing diverse perspectives to scale innovation, strengthen partnerships, and advance financial inclusion. Together with DCO and its partners, these voices reflect a shared commitment to building an equitable, collaborative, and accessible digital economy for all. #DCO #DigitalCooperation #DigitalEconomy #DigitalTransformation #DigitalProsperity4A @Microfundforwom @iccwbo

Last week in Madrid, it was a pleasure to take stock of opportunities for ICC–UN Tourism collaboration under the new leadership of Secretary-General Shaikha Al Nowais. @UNWTO

#WCFAmericas 2026 is officially underway in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia 🇧🇴 Day one brought together 400 chamber leaders, policymakers, #MSMEs and business representatives from across the Americas to exchange practical ideas on strengthening competitiveness and advancing regional cooperation. In their opening remarks, ICC World Chambers Federation Chair @RHisarciklioglu and @ICCSecGen highlighted the role of chambers in helping businesses navigate uncertainty. ''Chambers are the arteries that keep commerce moving. They create opportunities for enterprises to engage [...] across borders and build truly sustainable businesses.'' - John W.H. Denton AO Co-organised with @CAINCOBOLIVIA, the Summit continues tomorrow. Stay tuned for more.

A real pleasure meeting the next generation of ICC stars 🌟 in action! Our brilliant interns are bringing fresh ideas, global perspectives, and incredible energy to the work we do at @iccwbo.

When disruption and uncertainty are structural, working together to sustain growth is critical. More: bit.ly/4tXmIKu

It was a pleasure to participate in the @AntalyaDF and join a panel on refining geo-economics. With rising geopolitical uncertainty and trade fragmentation, trusted multilateral platforms are more important than ever. More here: linkedin.com/posts/johnwhde…

The strength of our global network lies in our ability to deliver locally – and that is exactly where Chambers of Commerce make the difference. More: bit.ly/4viLtCn @iccwbo

This week in Yaoundé, MC14 begins at a moment of unprecedented strain on the global trading system. More: bit.ly/4dKAStw

Optimising global trade infrastructure for the future - that is what revitalisation is all about. @ICCMEXICO More: bit.ly/40b1ZpJ

The business community from different parts of the world sees itself as an important stakeholder in the WTO‘s future, exhibiting a strong interest in WTO reform and in a successful MC14. Many thanks to Philippe Varin, Chair of @iccwbo; SG John Denton @ICCSecGen; and Deputy SG Andrew Wilson for an excellent discussion and for their sharing of the concerns and interests of the international business community.

Important milestones next week as we continue our efforts to revitalise global trade. @ICCMEXICO More: bit.ly/3ODP0uj

From Delhi, actively supporting the Government of India’s Viksit Bharat 2047 ambition. More: bit.ly/4cBoTxR

The @iccwbo's efforts to revitalise the multilateral trading system marked a new milestone in Dubai on Wednesday. More: bit.ly/4tADKim

This is why we must shift our focus to stabilising the environment for businesses to trade confidently and keep delivering growth and jobs. More: bit.ly/4c66by3

Let’s be clear: it’s not change that threatens global trade - it’s volatility. Day 1 at the World Governments Summit reinforced a simple truth: when the rules feel unclear and the horizon feels noisy, businesses pause, and communities pay the price.

Earlier this week, it was a pleasure to take stock of the key achievements of the @eu2025dk in meetings with Danish government and business leaders in #Copenhagen. More: bit.ly/4s3SPrR

This semester, Denmark holds the rotating Presidency of the Council of the EU. It was a pleasure to take stock of its key achievements during meetings with Danish government and business leaders in Copenhagen this week. More: bit.ly/45guWU1

After months of extensive consultations with our global business network, multilateral engagements, and expert guidance, the ICC Compact for Trade, Growth and Jobs is now launched: bit.ly/4iOhBbb More: bit.ly/4aeIa7m

It was a pleasure to welcome Dr Khaled Hanafy, Secretary General of the @Arab_chambers, to @iccwbo HQ in Paris yesterday for a productive discussion on collaboration at this pivotal moment for global trade and regional economic resilience. More: bit.ly/4q12Y6H

At a time of growing global challenges, tapping into the innovation and entrepreneurial energy of business communities at all levels of development is essential. I look forward to continuing this work through @iccwbo mission to promote peace, prosperity and opportunity for all.

Our discussions underscored how local private sectors can be better engaged alongside international organisations to drive economic growth and deliver impact on the ground.

Fantastic to reconnect with friends at @IEuniversity in Madrid. As highlighted by @manuelmunizv, the role of academic institutions in shaping policy thinking and fostering stronger partnerships is more important than ever.