International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) is the world business organization, the only representative body that speaks with authority on behalf of enterprises from all sectors in every part of the world on international trade, investment systems and market economy. ICC was founded in 1919. Its objective was to promote free trade among countries. ICC has Consultative Status with United Nations and its specialized agencies and it acts as the spokesman for international business. ICC has national committees in 130 countries including Sri Lanka.
ICC Sri Lanka (ICCSL) was incorporated in 1955 and has been engaged in a wide area of support to business. ICCSL is the only licensed authority to issue Carnet which forms an integral part of its operations, issues Certificates of Origin and conducts Arbitrations.