International Center for Promotion of Enterprises

The ICPE is an intergovernmental organization located in Ljubljana, Slovenia and has 14 member states from Latin America, Asia, Africa and Europe.

The ICPE functions as a research hub for member states (developing countries) and other partners, facilitating the exchange of ideas and practices between counterparts from different world regions.

The ICPE maintains close contacts with UN programs and agencies, especially with UNIDO in Vienna, UNCTAD in Geneva, the international finance institutions (IFIs) and the EU.

A variety of research and consultancy projects were undertaken with regional and national chambers of industry and commerce as well as universities, private and public enterprises and other institutions around the world including those in non-member states.

The ICPE hosts frequent conferences, seminars and expert group meetings, providing a unique platform for the exchange of ideas and best practices among practitioners, academics and other stakeholders.

The center works with partners to secure requisite project and program funding from Development banks, IFIs, the EU and others.