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Chamberpad #20: Tariffs, new chamber partnerships, reports and more.
Busy week for chambers.

Welcome to the 20th issue of Chamberpad!
This week, we have curated for you the top 15 news, 3 opportunities, 5 publications, 1 podcast episode and 2 events from all over the world.
We are also introducing a new section: Opportunities.
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Chamber News:
Statement of the Canadian Chamber on 30-day Tariff delay. Source
U.S. Chamber welcomes pause, calls for permanent end to Tariff threats. Source
Hamburg Chamber CEO on Tariffs, German Elections, EU Competitiveness. Watch
ICC announced new editorial board for Dispute Resolution Bulletin. Source
Kenya Chamber published the ‘2025 Business Barometer report‘. Source
Uzbek, Jordan chambers sign MoU. Source
Pakistan, Iran chambers sign agreement to increase exports to $10B. Source
British Chambers: What’s next for Brexit trade relations? Source
USCIB marks 80th anniversary in 2025. Source
Ghana Chamber partners with EU to promote green economy. Source
Launch of EU Chambers in Bulgaria. Source
WCO launches the Global Forum on Origin Interconnectivity to Enhance Trade Digitalization. Source
U.S. Chamber launches Space Leadership Council to secure American leadership in space. Source
‘What Now?: Leadership in Uncertain Times’ by Todd Letts. Source
UAE Prime Minister approves new Dubai Chambers Board of Directors. Source
Opportunities
Publications
Eurochambres published its 74th issue. Source
USCIB published its 2024 annual report. Source
How the electronic bill of lading (eBL) is transforming digital trade. Source
Blockchain in trade finance: Challenges and opportunities. Source
U.S. Chamber’s Technology Engagement Center publishes its ‘2025 Technology Priorities’. Source
Events
Podcast of the week
Every week, we publish a new podcast episode from the chamber world, in partnership with Brandon Burton’s Chamber Chat Podcast, a podcast for chamber professionals.
👉️ Listen to the latest episode: Fixing Holes During a Storm with Jennifer Hanson and don’t forget to subscribe and listen on your favourite platform!
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Until next time! 👋
Houssem Touil
Founder, Chamberpad