People, Positions and Obituaries · 14 May 2026

Dr. Harvansh Chawla Appointed as Chairman of BRISEC Chamber of Commerce & Industry (BRISEC)

Exam-focused facts from the 14 May 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

  • Dr. Harvansh Chawla has been appointed as the Chairman of the BRISEC Chamber of Commerce & Industry (BRISEC).
  • He is a legal expert specialising in international trade and policy.
  • Dr. Chawla previously served as the Chairman of the BRICS Chamber of Commerce & Industry (BRICS CCI).
  • His tenure at BRICS CCI involved advancing trade and investment among BRICS+ nations and developing institutional dialogues.
  • The mandate of BRISEC under his leadership includes enhancing cross-border trade opportunities and facilitating policy dialogues for global business engagements.