In a significant move towards fostering economic growth and collaboration, a new partnership was officially launched on 18 December 2024, marked by the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between three prominent Chambers of Commerce; The UK Cameroon Chamber of Commerce (UKCCC), the American Chamber of Commerce (AMCHAM) and the European Chamber of Commerce (EUROCHAM).
The event, held in Douala, brought together distinguished guests, business leaders, and key stakeholders, highlighting a collective commitment to shared prosperity and strengthened relationships.
A vision for collective growth
The event underscored the importance of unity and cooperation in addressing common challenges and seizing new opportunities. The presidents of the 3 Chambers emphasized their dedication to working together, leveraging their combined strengths to drive economic development and innovation.
Keynote address and acknowledgements
The keynote address was delivered by Henry Kiven and provided insightful and motivating perspectives on the potential impact of this partnership.
In the closing remarks Henry Kiven extended heartfelt thanks to the leaders of the 3 chambers for their vision, the speakers for their inspiring words, and the organising teams for their tireless efforts.
He also expressed gratitude to all distinguished guests and partners for their valuable time and support.
Next steps in the partnership
As the partnership moves forward, several immediate steps have been outlined to ensure its success:
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Training the Working Committees: representatives from each chamber will be nominated to coordinate activities in key areas identified during the event.
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Implementation of Pilot Projects: in the coming months, pilot initiatives such as workshops and advocacy campaigns will be launched to address specific challenges and opportunities.
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Communication and Engagement: regular updates, idea-sharing, and engagement among members.
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Review and Evaluation: mechanisms will be set up to periodically review progress, measure impact, and refine strategies to ensure the partnership achieves its objectives.
A call to action
Henry Kiven called on all members, stakeholders, and partners to actively participate in this collaborative effort. He emphasized that their ideas, contributions, and commitment would be the driving force behind the success of this partnership.
Looking ahead
As the event concluded, attendees left with a renewed sense of purpose and confidence in the potential of this collaboration. The partnership is seen not just as an alliance of the three Chambers, but as a significant step towards building a better future for businesses, communities, and economies.
