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05/10/2026

16.30  The Spectator in association Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade

Birmingham ICC : Hall 8b

Competing in a Changing World: How Can UK Businesses Stay Ahead?

UK businesses face an increasingly complex landscape shaped by shifting trade relationships, changing regulations, technological developments and security challenges. What do companies need to remain competitive at home and abroad? We will consider how government and industry can work effectively to reduce barriers to trade, build resilience in the face of geopolitical threats, and support businesses to adapt competitively in the global economy.