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Commonwealth Trade and Investment Summit 2026: De-Risking Projects for Resilience
Dr R. Sri Ram joins global leaders at Mansion House to discuss practical strategies for de-risking climate investment across the Commonwealth
Congratulations to the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) for successfully convening Commonwealth business leaders at the Commonwealth Trade and Investment Summit, held on 21 April 2026 at the historic Mansion House in the City of London. The summit, convened by Samantha Cohen CVO OBE, brought together senior figures from across sectors to explore key challenges and opportunities within Commonwealth markets.
A key moment of the summit was a roundtable focused on de-risking climate investment. Dr R. Sri Ram, Founder & Managing Director of Bags of Ethics (Supreme Creations), joined fellow participants to share perspectives on innovation and responsible growth.
Dr Sri Ram highlighted the strong potential for innovation across Commonwealth countries, particularly in sustainable materials and ethical manufacturing—areas closely aligned with the work of Bags of Ethics. He noted that many of these markets benefit from a competitive cost base, access to natural resources, and growing capabilities to scale production responsibly.
The discussion also explored how collaboration across the Commonwealth can help translate innovation into commercially viable solutions. For businesses like Bags of Ethics, which operate across global supply chains, this collaboration is essential in ensuring that sustainability and ethical practices remain central to growth.
Insurance markets were identified as a key enabler of investment, particularly in supporting SMEs and social enterprises. Improved access to financial protection can help organisations manage risk while expanding into new markets. Participants also emphasised the importance of inclusion, ensuring that communities involved in production and supply chains benefit from increased investment.
A recurring theme was the need to build greater confidence among commercial organisations to invest in emerging markets, particularly in climate-focused initiatives. Encouraging a stronger risk appetite will be critical in supporting long-term resilience.
Reflecting on the summit, Dr Sri Ram said:
“It was a privilege to attend the summit and to support the ongoing work of the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council. Forums like this reinforce the importance of bringing diverse voices together to understand shared challenges and identify practical solutions.”
Looking ahead, continued collaboration between the UK and India—across trade, investment, and innovation—will remain essential in driving inclusive and sustainable progress throughout the Commonwealth.
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