The Rokel Commercial Bank has become the latest financial institution in Sierra Leone to be accredited by the renowned International Trade Council. The ITC is a well-respected global chamber of commerce dedicated to promoting international trade, reducing trade barriers and enhancing global commerce through education, networking and pivotal business intelligence.
The International Trade Council has for many years championed market liberalization and fair trade across the world. It has at the core of its operations, transparent, predictable and multilaterally coordinated regulations. The ITC also helps its members sail through the complexities of international trade by simplifying processes and providing critical resources where necessary.
The organization has locally organized chapters operating in 28 countries with a diverse membership in 179 nations. Its membership comprises of Government trade and investment agencies, Chamber of Commerce associations and other business organizations. Many have come to regard the ITC as the foremost global trade advocacy organization whose positive impact of creating job opportunities and elevating the living standards of people has been felt across the globe.
An accreditation letter to the Rokel Commercial Bank, signed by Nina Escarda from the organization’s Secretariat reads; “This is to certify that Rokel Commercial Bank, Sierra Leone (SL) Ltd demonstrates conformance and recognition of accreditation as a member of the International Trade Council”
Reacting to the news, the Managing Director of Rokel Commercial Bank, Dr. Walton Ekundayo Gilpin said the bank will continue to make significant improvements – leveraging on every available opportunity that will reposition the bank into a bonafide business champion in Sierra Leone.
“This accreditation will certainly open more doors of trade opportunities for us as a bank and will equally help to broaden our scope and coverage. This is a very big win for Sierra Leone and we will remain focused on being the Bank of Choice” he concluded.
