Open Markets

Investment Committee

Business at OECD’s Investment Committee acts as the private sector focal point for the OECD’s activities related to international investment. Business at OECD advocates for sound and stable investment conditions, open markets and conducive business environments. Based on members’ expertise, Business at OECD informs the OECD about specific problems and barriers foreign investors face and contribute to the formulation of OECD policies and guidance documents. Business at OECD’s Investment Committee meets twice per year convenes additional thematic ad-hoc sessions and organises events in partnership with the OECD.

Committee Overview

Discover the functions of Business at OECD's Investment Committee.

Why the OECD’s Work on Investment Matters

The OECD shapes policies that encourage investment, protect investors, and create a more favourable environment for businesses to thrive and contribute to economic growth and development. Through its groundbreaking research and publications as well as various instruments, including the OECD Declaration on International Investment and Multinational Enterprises, the OECD Policy Framework for Investment and the OECD Guidelines for Investment Policies relating to National Security, the OECD works to enhance the contribution of international investment to growth and sustainable development.

Our 2025 Priorities

Ensuring that the OECD addresses the questions related to economic security

Underlining the importance of investment promotion and facilitation

Leveraging private investments as a basis for future growth and competitiveness

Contributing to the discussions on the future of investment treaties

Highlighting the importance of effective investment protection

Our Engagement with the OECD’s Bodies

OECD’s Investment Committee

OECD’s International Investment Treaty Conference

OECD’s Roundtable on Investment and Sustainable Development

OECD’s FDI Qualities Network

OECD’s Investment Promotion Agency Network

Publications

10 March 2025

Our Recommendations on the Evaluation of Peru's Accession to the OECD 

This recommendation paper outlines business priorities for Peru’s accession to the OECD. It emphasises investment climate, responsible business conduct, and regulatory alignment.

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27 November 2023

More, Better and Safe Investment 

Priorities for the OECD's Investment Agenda

This position paper advocates for policies that promote quality and secure investment. It highlights the importance of transparency, sustainability, and investor protection.

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comments on the OECD FDI Qualities toolkit

1 December 2021

Comments on the Proposed FDI Qualities Toolkit 

This comment paper provides business feedback on the OECD’s FDI toolkit. It supports tools that enhance investment quality and policy coherence.

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6 January 2020

A Proactive Investment Agenda for 2020

This agenda-setting paper outlines business priorities for investment policy in 2020. It calls for open markets, strong institutions, and responsible practices.

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