Chamber of Commerce

Chiriqui province in Panama has $1 billion in projects awaiting permits, with the Chamber of Commerce reporting that a single inspection can take up to six months. Investors are ready but face delays in the permitting process.

The Falkland Islands are planning a business delegation to Uruguay to purchase construction materials, with costs being a central concern. The initiative, organized by the Falkland Islands Development Corporation and the Chamber of Commerce, aims to connect local businesses with Uruguayan suppliers.

Hong Kong's leader John Lee stated the city is positioned to connect ASEAN with the Greater Bay Area and build a complementary partnership amid geopolitical shifts. The statement was made at the GBA-Asean Summit 2026, where a new ASEAN chamber of commerce in Hong Kong was launched.

The Supreme Court's decision in Mullin v Doe enables the Trump administration to deport hundreds of thousands of temporary refugees from Haiti and Syria. Critics argue that temporary protected status allows refugees to live and work in the U.S. without fully assimilating, causing strain on local resources and communities. The article highlights tensions between immigrant integration and refugee resettlement impacts, particularly in towns like Springfield, Ohio.

California governor candidate Steve Hilton criticized the Chamber of Commerce's endorsement of Xavier Becerra, calling it an example of failed leadership. The endorsement marks the first time the business group has supported a Democratic governor candidate.

San Francisco’s 'Overpaid CEO' tax measure, Prop. D, failed despite support from labor unions. The measure was opposed by Mayor Daniel Lurie and the Chamber of Commerce.

The Chamber of Commerce received a $100 million donation from an anonymous individual to expand its free enterprise initiative, setting a record for the organization. The donor is described as a long-time member who requested anonymity.