Secretary-General Rebeca Grynspan spoke on the global economic outlook, climate finance, capital flows and multilateral development bank reform.
Digital transformation is profoundly impacting the production and consumption of creative goods and services, generating opportunities for some and challenges for others.
Collaboration and synergies are needed more than ever to realize the world’s common vision for a more prosperous future for all.
Aid for gender goals jumped from $26 billion to $52 billion in 10 years, primarily through loans and for projects where equality was a significant but not primary focus.
Demand for commodities and critical energy transition minerals accounted for 23% of project values over the past two years, compared to under 10% in other developing regions.
Globally, foreign direct investment flows declined by 2% to $1.3 trillion for the year. In developing countries, they fell by 7% to $867 billion.
The three-day gathering analyzed challenges in global trade disruptions, soaring public debt, climate change, and international finance and investment.
At Global Leaders Forum, Secretary-General Rebeca Grynspan highlights the organization’s new, forward-looking agenda and renewed commitment to developing countries in an increasingly multipolar global economy.
Developing economies have increased their share of world trade, becoming key players in global value chains. But rising emissions, persistent commodity dependence and growing public debt require urgent attention.
Dependence on a few commodities or sectors leaves countries highly vulnerable to price volatility and global shocks. Diversification is key to building more sustainable and resilient economies.
