Global E-Commerce Standards

UNITED E-COMMERCE FEDERATION - UNIEF

The authoritative platform for international cooperation in e-commerce standards, bringing together governments, businesses, and civil society to create frameworks for secure, inclusive digital trade worldwide.

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About UNIEF

The Leading Voice in Global E-Commerce Governance

UNIEF serves as the authoritative platform for international cooperation in digital trade standards. We bring together governments, multinational corporations, and civil society organizations to create frameworks that enable secure, inclusive, and sustainable e-commerce growth worldwide.

Through comprehensive research, strategic advocacy, and collaborative programs, UNIEF drives the evolution of global e-commerce while protecting consumer rights, supporting fair competition, and promoting environmental responsibility.

Policy development and regulatory harmonization
Technical standards setting and capacity building
Infrastructure for public-private dialogue
Global collaboration

Our Focus

Mission & Strategic Pillars

Four strategic pillars guide our work in advancing global e-commerce standards and enabling sustainable digital trade worldwide.

Policy Standards

Comprehensive policy frameworks for cross-border e-commerce and regulatory harmonization

SME Enablement

Tools and resources for global expansion and digital transformation

Sustainability

Environmental responsibility and green practices in digital commerce

Market Intelligence

Data-driven insights on global e-commerce trends and developments

Policy Standards

Comprehensive policy frameworks for cross-border e-commerce and regulatory harmonization

SME Enablement

Tools and resources for global expansion and digital transformation

Sustainability

Environmental responsibility and green practices in digital commerce

Market Intelligence

Data-driven insights on global e-commerce trends and developments

What We Do

Flagship Programs 2025-2026

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2025-2026 Global

UNIEF Compliance Lab

Advanced regulatory compliance resources aligned with UN Digital Compact principles for cross-border operations

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2025-2026 Regional

Digital Trade Forum

Quarterly exchanges in Geneva, Dubai, and Ankara with public-private roundtables

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2025 Training

Capacity Building

Specialized training programs and certification courses for e-commerce professionals

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2025-2026 Global

UNIEF Compliance Lab

Advanced regulatory compliance resources aligned with UN Digital Compact principles for cross-border operations

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2025-2026 Regional

Digital Trade Forum

Quarterly exchanges in Geneva, Dubai, and Ankara with public-private roundtables

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2025 Training

Capacity Building

Specialized training programs and certification courses for e-commerce professionals

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Our Services

Comprehensive E-Commerce Support

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Regulatory Compliance

Navigate complex international regulations with comprehensive frameworks

02

Standards Development

Create industry-leading technical and operational standards

03

Policy Advocacy

Direct channels to government decision-makers shaping digital commerce

04

Research & Analysis

Exclusive market intelligence and strategic insights from global experts

05

Capacity Building

Specialized training programs and certification courses

06

Network Access

Connect with industry leaders through exclusive events

01

Regulatory Compliance

Navigate complex international regulations with comprehensive frameworks

02

Standards Development

Create industry-leading technical and operational standards

03

Policy Advocacy

Direct channels to government decision-makers shaping digital commerce

04

Research & Analysis

Exclusive market intelligence and strategic insights from global experts

05

Capacity Building

Specialized training programs and certification courses

06

Network Access

Connect with industry leaders through exclusive events

Resources

Latest Research & Insights

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Membership

Membership Categories

National

National Members

USD 3,000 / year

Voting rights at General Assembly
Nominate experts for working groups
Host regional dialogues & events
Policy input & global standards
Priority capacity-building access
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Corporate

Corporate Members

From USD 5,000 / year

Join working groups & contribute expertise
Corporate Members directory listing
UNIEF Global Trustmark eligibility
Access to reports & market snapshots
Event invitations & networking
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National

National Members

USD 3,000 / year

Voting rights at General Assembly
Nominate experts for working groups
Host regional dialogues & events
Policy input & global standards
Priority capacity-building access
Learn More
Corporate

Corporate Members

From USD 5,000 / year

Join working groups & contribute expertise
Corporate Members directory listing
UNIEF Global Trustmark eligibility
Access to reports & market snapshots
Event invitations & networking
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Partnership

Partnership Categories

Business

Business Partners

Annual partnership

Support ecosystem with solutions
Engage with UNIEF members
Contribute to program delivery
Visibility in UNIEF network
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Associative

Associative Partners

Reciprocal partnership

Support advocacy & dialogue
Ecosystem coordination
Join working groups
Collaborative initiatives
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Research

Knowledge & Research Partners

Project-based partnership

Contribute to research & reports
Policy briefs & analysis
Expert panels participation
Thematic discussions
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Business

Business Partners

Annual partnership

Support ecosystem with solutions
Engage with UNIEF members
Contribute to program delivery
Visibility in UNIEF network
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Associative

Associative Partners

Reciprocal partnership

Support advocacy & dialogue
Ecosystem coordination
Join working groups
Collaborative initiatives
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Research

Knowledge & Research Partners

Project-based partnership

Contribute to research & reports
Policy briefs & analysis
Expert panels participation
Thematic discussions
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