COUNCIL OF BRITISH CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE IN EUROPE

COBCOE and UKTI have signed a new Memorandum of Understanding recognising COBCOE’s role as a “strategic partner” in the development of UK trade with Europe. The new and expanded MoU replaces a cooperation agreement signed some 10 years ago. It defines the future modus operandi between COBCOE and its member chambers and UKTI and establishes a framework for enhanced collaboration between the two organisations in the area of trade and investment.

[caption id="attachment_12736" align="alignnone" width="300" caption="Howard Rosen, President of COBCOE with Susan Haird, Deputy CEO of UK Trade and Investment signing the MOU"][/caption]

Susan Haird, Deputy Chief Executive of UKTI, described the new MoU as an exciting development. “The new MoU provides a strong impetus for UKTI and COBCOE to deepen areas of co-operation to deliver support to UK exporters. Discussions on potential new projects are already underway between us. There is real encouraging potential to work more closely together.” COBCOE President Howard Rosen added: “We know that increased exports will be essential to future economic growth in the UK. Our member chambers across Europe offer a unique business network for the British-based business community; we are really pleased to be able to work in partnership with UKTI to support and assist British exporters develop into new markets”

The official press release is available to read here