The Technology and Innovation Report is a biennial publication that analyzes how science, technology, and innovation can foster sustainable, inclusive development, specifically benefiting developing nations.
It offers policy-driven, actionable insights on emerging technologies — such as AI, green tech, and frontier technologies — to help countries close digital divides, reduce inequalities, and promote equitable growth.
Documents
Technology and Innovation Report 2025
Inclusive artificial intelligence for development
UNCTAD/TIR/2025 - 07 Apr 2025
Technology and Innovation Report 2023
Opening Green Windows: Technological opportunities for a low-carbon world
UNCTAD/TIR/2022 - 16 Mar 2023
Technology and Innovation Report 2021
Catching technological waves: Innovation with equity
UNCTAD/TIR/2020 - 25 Feb 2021
Technology and Innovation Report 2018
Harnessing Frontier Technologies for Sustainable Development
UNCTAD/TIR/2018 - 15 May 2018
Technology and Innovation Report of 2015
Fostering Innovation Policies for Industrial Development
UNCTAD/TIR/2015 - 17 Dec 2015
Technology and Innovation Report 2012
Innovation, Technology and South-South Collaboration
UNCTAD/TIR/2012 - 31 Oct 2012
