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Meet the new Bristol Chamber of Commerce Advisory Committee

At our 2024 AGM we announced the formation of the new Bristol Chamber of Commerce Advisory Committee. This is a proactive leadership team dedicated to shaping a prosperous region for all, where business and community thrive. The committee is chaired by our President, Dr Justin Morris and will play a pivotal role in guiding the strategic direction of Business West in Bristol and beyond.

Saudi Arabia and the Philippines join the ATA Carnet Scheme

Saudi Arabia joins the ATA Carnet scheme on 1st June 2024 and the Philippines joins on 15th July 2024 The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) has officially welcomed the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Republic of the Philippines to its ATA Carnet International Guaranteeing Chain (ATA Chain). This inclusion signifies the global expansion of the ATA Carnet system, which facilitates duty-free and tax-free temporary admission of goods for up to a year. This initiative will be operational in Saudi Arabia from 1st June 2024, and in the Philippines from 15th July 2024, bringing the total number of participating regions to 81. Saudi Customs will accept ATA Carnets for goods used in exhibitions, fairs, and similar events (in accordance with Annex B1 of the Istanbul Convention). Saudi Arabia is a popular hub for expos, conferences, and exhibitions, and with Riyadh hosting the World Expo in 2030, this inclusion is timely.

“The problem with OpenAI is that they’re not very open” - Bristol Initiative Members Explore the Potential and Perils of AI

A lively roundtable discussion on Artificial Intelligence (AI) recently took place at the Bristol offices of DAC Beachcroft, bringing together members of the Bristol Initiative. Chaired by Jenny Ablett, the event started with a presentation by Kate Loxton and Isabella McMeechan from DAC Beachcroft, offering insights into the current state of AI, its applications within their firm, and the evolving legal landscape surrounding AI in the UK, US, and EU.

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