About the Chamber

An international chamber connecting the South with Romania and Europe.

The International South Chamber of Commerce (ISCC) is an independent international chamber promoting trade, investment, business diplomacy and strategic cooperation between the countries of the South, Europe and global markets. Headquartered in Bucharest, the Chamber brings together companies, financial institutions, governments, embassies, investors and business leaders through trusted partnerships, market access, high-level dialogue, trade missions and sector-focused cooperation.

Mission

Trusted bridges, built to last.

To build trusted commercial and institutional bridges between the countries of the South, Europe and the wider world, enabling trade, investment, innovation and sustainable economic cooperation.

Vision

A leading international platform.

To become a leading international business platform representing the commercial potential, capabilities and ambitions of Southern markets in Europe and worldwide.

Principles

Independence

Member-led and non-political.

Integrity

Transparent governance and finances.

Openness

A public directory and open membership.

Reciprocity

Two-way flows, not one-way promotion.

Evidence

Advice grounded in verifiable data.

Our Story

Built on strong foundations.

The International South Chamber of Commerce began as the India & Southeast Asia – Romania Chamber of Commerce, established to strengthen commercial and institutional relations between Romania, India and Southeast Asia. As its relationships, membership and international activities expanded, the Chamber evolved into a broader platform capable of representing and connecting countries across Latin America, Africa, South and Southeast Asia, the Gulf and other Southern markets.

The Chamber’s original India and Southeast Asia relationships remain an important part of its institutional foundation. This includes the Memorandum of Understanding signed with the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) in New Delhi, in the presence of senior Romanian and Indian representatives. Existing partnerships, commitments, posts, events and institutional history are preserved and presented as part of ISCC’s continuing development.

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Governance

Governed by a board, supported by an advisory council.

President

The President of the Chamber.

Morten Reimers
President
Barkhill Group · Falcon Defence

Morten Reimers is a Danish businessman and investor who has been based in Romania since 2005. He has more than two decades of experience in international trade, industrial development, investment and cooperation between Europe and Asia. He is the Founder and Chairman of Barkhill Group, an international business group active across Europe and Asia, and leads Falcon Defence, a licensed Romanian defence company focused on international procurement, industrial cooperation and strategic supply chains. Morten Reimers founded and serves as President of the Chamber, which began as the India & Southeast Asia – Romania Chamber of Commerce and has evolved into the International South Chamber of Commerce. His work focuses on building practical partnerships among companies, financial institutions, governments, embassies and international business organizations. He has been designated by the Federative Republic of Brazil as Honorary Consul in Romania, with jurisdiction covering Brașov, Alba, Sibiu and Prahova counties. This diplomatic responsibility complements his work in developing commercial, investment and institutional relations between Brazil, Romania and the broader international network represented by the Chamber.

Executive Board

Elected officers responsible for the Chamber's direction.

Morten Reimers
President
Barkhill Group · Falcon Defence

Morten Reimers is a Danish businessman and investor who has been based in Romania since 2005. He has more than two decades of experience in international trade, industrial development, investment and cooperation between Europe and Asia. He is the Founder and Chairman of Barkhill Group, an international business group active across Europe and Asia, and leads Falcon Defence, a licensed Romanian defence company focused on international procurement, industrial cooperation and strategic supply chains. Morten Reimers founded and serves as President of the Chamber, which began as the India & Southeast Asia – Romania Chamber of Commerce and has evolved into the International South Chamber of Commerce. His work focuses on building practical partnerships among companies, financial institutions, governments, embassies and international business organizations. He has been designated by the Federative Republic of Brazil as Honorary Consul in Romania, with jurisdiction covering Brașov, Alba, Sibiu and Prahova counties. This diplomatic responsibility complements his work in developing commercial, investment and institutional relations between Brazil, Romania and the broader international network represented by the Chamber.

Cristian Danciu
Vice President – Strategy & Commercial Affairs
Aiyon Capital

Cristian Danciu serves as Vice President for Strategy and Commercial Affairs of the International South Chamber of Commerce. He supports the Chamber's strategic development, commercial partnerships, membership growth and institutional engagement. His work focuses on translating the Chamber's international relationships into practical opportunities for companies, investors and partner organizations.

Honorary Board

Distinguished figures supporting the Chamber's mission.

Ramona Iulia Chiriac
Honorary Board Member
Vice President, Therme Group

Ramona Iulia Chiriac is a Romanian diplomat and senior European affairs professional with more than two decades of experience in diplomacy, public administration, European policy and international affairs. She served as Head of the European Commission Representation in Romania from 2021 to 2026, acting as the Commission's official representative in the country. Previously, she served as Consul General of Romania in Bavaria from 2016 to 2021 and has been a career diplomat since 2008. Her professional background includes extensive work in Romania's central and local public administration, European integration, institutional cooperation and public diplomacy. She studied European Studies at Babeș-Bolyai University and holds postgraduate qualifications in European and gender studies. As an Honorary Board Member of the International South Chamber of Commerce, she contributes experience in European affairs, diplomacy, institutional relations and international cooperation.

International Advisory Board

Senior advisors on markets, policy and investment.

Appointments to this body are published once confirmed.

Chapter Presidents

Leaders of the Chamber's geographic chapters.

Appointments to this body are published once confirmed.

Industry Council Chairs

Chairs of the Chamber's industry councils.

Appointments to this body are published once confirmed.

Country Desk Directors

Directors of the Chamber's country desks.

Appointments to this body are published once confirmed.

Executive Team

The Chamber's permanent secretariat.

Silvana Vama
Director

All people, boards, chapters and programmes shown on this site are maintained in the Chamber's own records and published only once approved.

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