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Achieving accelerated structural transformation in Eastern Africa: Policy ideas from two United Nations bodies


21 - 22 June 2018
Palais des Nations, Salle XIV
Geneva
, Switzerland

​The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) have consistently argued that achieving the Sustainable Development Goals in Africa requires a deep structural transformation of their economies.

Eastern Africa is one of the fastest growing regions in the world but it is also one of the poorest. Yet the emphasis on structural transformation arises from concerns that the recent growth pattern in the region is neither sufficiently inclusive nor sustainable. Structural transformation has become part of the political lexicon and is increasingly captured in national and regional vision statements such as the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development of the United Nations, Agenda 2063 of the African Union and the Industrial Development Agenda of the East African Community. However, more purposeful policies are required to implement these agendas.

“Achieving accelerated structural transformation in Eastern Africa: Policy ideas from two United Nations bodies” will provide an opportunity for ambassadors, senior United Nations officials and other experts to explore the policy options for meeting the challenges of structural transformation in Eastern Africa. The main purpose of the event is to provide a platform to raise awareness and discuss how to maximize the economic and developmental impacts of accelerated structural transformation.

This special event will further seek to foster integrated policies and strategies, deepen cooperation and partnerships, and enhance support for African efforts to ensure an economically sustainable structural transformation in Eastern Africa and across the continent.

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Co-organizer(s):
United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA)

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The event is open to the public. Visitors not in possession of a United Nations ground pass are requested to register at https://reg.unog.ch/event/24682/.

Contact

Ms. Lisa Borgatti