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EU Belgian–Albanian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (EUBACCI)
Official Information & Regulatory Disclosures

These Legal Notices provide essential information about the EU Belgian–Albanian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (EUBACCI), its legal structure, regulatory framework, governance, complaint procedures, and the terms under which you may use this website in conjunction with our Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.

Please read these Legal Notices carefully.

For questions regarding compliance, governance, ethics, or regulatory matters, you may contact us at:
📧 info@eubacci.com

1. Legal Structure

The EU Belgian–Albanian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (EUBACCI) is a non-profit legal entity constituted under Belgian law and governed by the Code des Sociétés et Associations (CSA).

📌 Legal form: Association Sans But Lucratif (ASBL)
📌 Official registered name: EU–Belgian–Albanian Chamber of Commerce and Industry
📌 Registered short name: EUBACCI
📌 Registered office:
Rue des Colonies 11,
1000 Brussels, Belgium

EUBACCI is an independent, non-political, non-profit organisation acting as a platform for economic, commercial and institutional cooperation between Belgium, Albania, and the EU Member States. It does not operate as a law firm, consultancy, or commercial enterprise.

2. Governance

EUBACCI is governed by its General Assembly, composed of Members Effectifs, and by an Organe d’Administration (Board of Directors) elected in accordance with the CSA and the Statutes (Articles 24–26).

The Board is responsible for:

  • overall governance and oversight;
  • strategic decisions;
  • representation of the association;
  • financial supervision;
  • appointment of committees and working groups.

The association’s statutory officers include:

  • President
  • Vice-President(s)
  • Treasurer
  • Secretary General
  • Administrator(s)
  • Daily Management Delegate (Délégué à la gestion journalière)

Their names and mandates are published in the Belgian Official Gazette (Moniteur belge).

3. Transparency & Non-Profit Status

EUBACCI acts exclusively in pursuit of its non-profit purpose (Article 4).
No profit may be distributed to members, administrators, or third parties.
All funds must be used to support the organisation’s mission, activities, and public-interest objectives.

EUBACCI may receive:

  • membership fees;
  • public or private subsidies;
  • donations;
  • project-based funding;
  • revenues linked to chamber activities (events, publications, services).

All financial records are maintained in accordance with Belgian accounting and non-profit obligations.

4. Compliance Framework

EUBACCI applies and enforces the following compliance principles:

4.1. Anti-Bribery & Anti-Corruption

EUBACCI prohibits:

  • offering, soliciting, or accepting bribes;
  • improper advantages;
  • gifts or services intended to influence decisions;
  • any conduct contrary to EU, Belgian, or Albanian anti-corruption laws.

All staff, volunteers, board members, partners, and suppliers must comply with these principles.

4.2. Anti-Money Laundering (AML)

While EUBACCI is not a financial or legal service provider, it nonetheless upholds strict transparency and risk-prevention standards.
For certain activities (membership onboarding, business services, event accreditation), EUBACCI may conduct:

  • identity verification;
  • background checks when appropriate;
  • risk-based due diligence;
  • screening when required by Belgian or EU law.

Suspicious activity may be reported to competent authorities in accordance with legal obligations.

4.3. Good Governance & Ethics

EUBACCI follows strict guidelines related to:

  • conflict of interest policies (Article 33)
  • integrity and neutrality;
  • transparency;
  • equal treatment of members;
  • non-discrimination;
  • data protection (GDPR compliance).

5. Tax Compliance

EUBACCI complies with Belgian and EU tax legislation applicable to non-profit associations.
The Chamber:

  • maintains transparent bookkeeping;
  • pays all taxes legally due;
  • does not assist in any tax evasion practices;
  • expects all partners and suppliers to comply with the same standards.

6. Professional Insurance

As a non-profit chamber of commerce and not a legal or regulated advisory firm, EUBACCI is not required to maintain professional indemnity insurance.
However, the Board may voluntarily maintain liability coverage for:

  • administrative responsibilities;
  • organisational activities;
  • events and delegations;
  • directors’ liability (D&O).

Details may be provided upon request.

7. Complaints & Dispute Resolution

EUBACCI is committed to high standards of integrity, professionalism, and transparency.

Submitting a Complaint

Members or third parties may lodge complaints relating to:

  • governance;
  • membership matters;
  • ethical concerns;
  • compliance violations;
  • administrative issues.

Complaints may be submitted to:
📧 info@eubacci.com

Internal Handling Procedure

  1. Your complaint is reviewed by the Compliance & Ethics Officer or a designated Board member.
  2. An acknowledgment is sent within 10 working days.
  3. A response or resolution is generally provided within 30 days.
  4. Complex matters may require additional time or an internal review committee.

External Remedies

Disputes not resolved internally may be referred to the Tribunaux francophones de Bruxelles, as provided in the Statutes (Article 39).

8. Use of This Website

The website is provided for informational purposes.
Use of this site is governed by our Terms of Use and Cookies Policy.

EUBACCI does not guarantee uninterrupted access, error-free operation, or completeness of the information provided.

9. Contact Information

For general inquiries:
📧 info@eubacci.com

Registered office:
EU Belgian–Albanian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (EUBACCI)
Rue des Colonies 11
1000 Brussels, Belgium