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Benefits of ICC membership for Chambers of Commerce
Relevance
The most relevant aspect of the ICC 's work to chambers of commerce
is the clarification and simplification of trade procedures , which
are vital to exporters and importers.
The ICC's work in this field is an essential element of the service
provided by Chambers of Commerce to their members who are involved
in international trade. By systematic use of the ICC's products and
services, Chamber members can reduce many of the problems encountered
in trading internationally , minimise costs and improve their cash
flow.
The most widely used ICC rules
- ICC incoterms 2000 (terms of trade for international contracts)
- UCP 500 (Uniform Customs and Practice for Documentary Credits)
- ICC Uniform Rules for Collections (URC 522)
Other aspects of the ICC 's work
- Agency agreements
- ATA Carnets (temporary imports)
- combined transport documents
- contract guarantees
- Distribution agreements
- International marketing practices
- Performance bonds
- reshipment inspection
- Standby letters of credits
These are some aspects of the ICC's work which are of the most immediate
benefit to members of local chambers of commerce . However, there
are a number of otherpolicy areas which are just as important to members
in the long-term . The most obvious examples are the ICC's activities
in the area of trade liberalisation , to overcome the obstacles to
electronic commerce, and the promotion of good environmental management
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Involvement
Because all these aspects of the ICC's work are subject to constant
improvement through revisions and updates, it is important for local
Chambers of Commerce to contribute and keep closely informed about
future changes. From the chief Executive down , the staff of Chambers
of Commerce can keep in touch with all aspects of the ICC's work ,
and attend and contribute to United Kingdom meetings on relevant subjects.
Publications
Much of the ICC's trade facilitation work provided in the form of
official printed publications, which are essential to professional
traders. Large number of these are required reading for courses run
by the Institutes of Banking and Export.
ICC publications are sold at large discounts to members of ICC United
Kingdom . An increasing numbers of local Chambers of Commerce stock
and promote the best sellers in the range. This enhances the service
they can provide to their members, and generates a substantial profits.
In good years , this has meant that Chambers of Commerce have been
able to recoup the cost of their membership several times over.
Membership
Chambers of Commerce from over 120 countries are members of the ICC
. The vast majority of these have members who conduct trade internationally.
Some are also involved in the work of the international Bureau of
Chambers of Commerce, another ICC agency. |
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