Association of International Bilateral Trade-AIBT

Association of International Bilateral Trade-AIBT

June 6, 2025

 

Business Model: Association of International Bilateral Trade (AIBT)

Legal Structure: International Not-for-Profit/For-Profit Hybrid (LLP or Foundation Model)
Headquarters: UAE (with global chapters)

1. Vision & Mission

Vision:
To foster and facilitate international trade, cooperation, and bilateral partnerships between countries for sustainable economic growth.

Mission:
To be a global platform for businesses, policymakers, and trade bodies to promote cross-border collaboration, policy advocacy, and capacity-building initiatives.

2. Core Objectives

  • Promote bilateral trade agreements and partnerships

  • Facilitate international market entry for SMEs and large businesses

  • Organize global trade expos, forums, and B2B networking events

  • Offer policy research and trade advisory services

  • Represent member interests in governmental and diplomatic circles

3. Value Proposition

Stakeholder Value Offered
Businesses Market access, trade matchmaking, policy support
Governments Trade development, investor networks, economic diplomacy
Chambers of Commerce Platform for advocacy, trade facilitation, representation
Startups/SMEs Mentorship, internationalization, funding avenues
Academia/Think Tanks Joint research, white papers, fellowships

4. Key Services

A. Membership Programs

  • Corporate Membership

  • Country-Specific Chapters

  • Diplomatic & Trade Attaché Membership

B. Trade Facilitation

  • B2B Matchmaking

  • Export-Import Advisory

  • Market Intelligence Reports

C. Events & Delegations

  • International Trade Summits

  • Sector-Specific Delegations

  • Business Expo & Awards

D. Education & Capacity Building

  • Trade Certification Programs

  • Webinars, Workshops & Training

  • Youth Entrepreneurship Development

E. Policy & Advocacy

  • Trade White Papers

  • Consultation with Governments

  • Global Trade Policy Dialogues

5. Revenue Model

Source Description
Membership Fees Annual fees from businesses, corporates, and institutional members
Event Sponsorships Revenue from sponsoring international expos, forums, and awards
Delegation Participation Fees Paid participation for outbound and inbound trade missions
Training & Certification Income from executive education, certifications, and workshops
Consulting Services Trade advisory, market entry strategies, investment facilitation
Government Grants & MoUs Revenue through government-supported programs and MoUs
Publication Sales Paid reports, research papers, and trade journals

6. Key Partners

  • National Governments & Trade Ministries

  • Chambers of Commerce & Industry Bodies

  • International Organizations (WTO, UNCTAD, OECD)

  • Diplomatic Missions

  • Banks & Financial Institutions

  • Export Promotion Councils

7. Channels of Engagement

  • Global Website & Digital Trade Portal

  • Annual Conferences & Global Trade Events

  • Newsletters & Trade Journals

  • Mobile App for Members

  • Social Media, Webinars, and Online Platforms

8. Key Resources

  • Trade & Policy Experts

  • Diplomatic Liaisons and Advisors

  • Global Chapters and Representatives

  • Strategic Technology Platforms (CRM, ERP, Web Portal)

  • Legal and Compliance Team

9. Organizational Structure

  • Board of Governors – Senior diplomats, business leaders, economists

  • Executive Director & Secretariat – Day-to-day operations

  • Advisory Councils – For various sectors (Trade, Finance, Education, Health, etc.)

  • Global Chapters – Country/region-based local bodies

10. Future Growth Strategy

  • Launch AIBT Global Trade Index

  • Establish AIBT Arbitration and Mediation Centre

  • Develop AIBT Digital Trade Platform (Blockchain for trade facilitation)

  • Expand regional chapters in Africa, Europe, Asia-Pacific

  • Partner with top universities for trade research

 

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