Projects and Publications
This is where you will find information on some of our projects, as well as being able to download our publications.
A Blueprint for Digital Trade (EBRD)
This Paper was commissioned by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). The objective was for the CASTL to provide a Blueprint for achieving Digital Trade, using alignment of legal frameworks with the UNCITRAL Model Law on Electronic Transferable records (MLETR).
The paper provides an analysis of laws and related institutions in those countries which have aligned with MLETR and some countries whose laws are compatible. We detail the trade process, identifying the key actors and documents along the way and showing how easily electronic records can replace the paper based documents. An implementation matrix for reform sets out the key principles and enabling concepts for alignment with MLETR. The idea is that the paper will be a catalyst for reform.
“Digitalising the trade ecosystem will make trade more efficient, greener and inclusive.”
The paper can be downloaded here: Blueprint Paper on Digital trade and the UNCITRAL model Law on Electronic Transferable Records.
Legal Technical Assistance Taskforce
The CASTL is the implementing partner of the ICC United Kingdom Centre for Digital Trade and Innovation Taskforce. The objective is to provide technical assistance to jurisdiction interested in aligning their laws to UNCITRAL’s Model Law on Electronic Transferable Documents (MLETR).
The first project was in Thailand, we run three workshops and launched our report in Bangkok at the British Embassy. The Report was drafted by Theodora and provides an action plan for fulfillment of the digital agenda.
“An enabling legal environment is crucial for the digital agenda.”
The Report can be downloaded here: Making Thai-UK trade cheaper, faster and simpler.