As CCUS projects become more developed globally, there will be more frequent requirements for long-distance and cross-border business dealings to connect players across the chain from carbon capture, transportation and storage. The success of these ventures depends on meticulous attention to local regulatory frameworks, adherence to international laws and innovation in business models, highlighting the imperative for collaborative efforts among stakeholders and governments to adeptly navigate the associated challenges. What sort of policies, financing, stakeholder engagement and economic solutions are required to realize the potential of CCUS in these situations?