A Contract for a New Global Economy

The International Cooperative Alliance proudly joins the Cooperatives and Mutuals 50 (CM50) in presenting this Contract for a New Global Economy. It is a call for governments, multilateral institutions, and civil society to recognise cooperatives and mutuals as indispensable partners in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.

CCW is extremely proud of its numerous members who have joined this global leadership circle.

In a time of global uncertainty and intersecting crises, a new kind of economy is not just possible—it is essential. And it already exists. Today, the Cooperatives and Mutuals Leadership Circle (CM50), an initiative of the International Cooperative Alliance (ICA), proudly launches “A Contract for a New Global Economy”: a bold call to action to transform the rules that shape our economic future.

This document is more than a vision—it is a commitment. Developed collectively by leaders of the world’s largest cooperative and mutual enterprises, the Contract outlines five strategic commitments to guide governments and international bodies toward a fairer, more democratic, and sustainable global economy.

Together, these commitments call for:

• Official recognition of the cooperative model
• Equitable access to sustainable finance
• Supportive regulatory environments for innovation and digital growth
• Protection of cooperative identity and democratic governance
• Full integration of cooperatives into national SDG strategies

Rooted in the values of solidarity, participation, and long-term responsibility, this Contract reflects the lived experience and proven impact of enterprises that place people and the planet above profit.

More information here.