ICC Ukraine at a meeting of European leaders

The past two days have been particularly significant for us. ICC Ukraine, represented by Dmytro Khoruzhnyi, joined colleagues from across Europe and the ICC global headquarters in Paris at a meeting hosted in London by ICC United Kingdom, the Regional Coordinator of the ICC European Advisory Group.

Delegates from over 26 countries gathered around one table — and it was important for Ukraine to be among them. The event opened with a reception at the UK Parliament, setting the tone for the entire programme: a shared sense of purpose and the strength of the ICC global network.

From Ukraine to Armenia, from Scandinavia to Central and Eastern Europe, alongside partners from the G7 countries, discussions over the two days reinforced a simple but fundamental idea: in an increasingly unpredictable world, cooperation must matter more, not less.

As noted by the Chairman of ICC United Kingdom, Karan Bilimoria, the time has come to move forward together with clarity and confidence. Meanwhile, ICC Secretary General John W. H. Denton emphasized that business plays a crucial role in ensuring that trade remains open and continues to support growth, jobs, and stability.

For ICC Ukraine, these issues are far from abstract. Open trade, access to finance, and the digitalization of trade processes are essential for Ukraine’s economic recovery and its integration into the European market. We are grateful to our colleagues at ICC United Kingdom for the opportunity to bring the voice of Ukrainian business to the European agenda.

The focus of discussions was on practical action: moving from fragmentation to results, from ambition to solutions that truly work for companies of all sizes. Strengthening the trading system, advancing digital trade, and addressing the global trade finance gap were central themes — with a consistent message: progress begins with partnership.

We thank ICC United Kingdom for the excellent organization and all colleagues for the meaningful discussions. We look forward to continuing this work together.