Disruptions in the Red Sea, Suez Canal, and Panama Canal have driven up shipping costs, sending shockwaves through the global economy.
The disruptions are straining supply chains, driving up costs, and reshaping global trade patterns, with vulnerable economies hit hardest.
Investment in port infrastructure, capacity-building and climate resilience is necessary to tackle challenges linked to supply chain disruptions and maritime connectivity.
The latest Review of Maritime transport urges action to strengthen infrastructure and operations, promote low-carbon shipping and combat growing concerns over fraudulent ship registrations.
ASEAN countries are poised to sustain the momentum with their favorable investment climate, continued regional integration and stable GDP growth, a new joint report shows.
The App is part of broader efforts supported by UN Trade and Development to help African countries navigate non-tariff measures and bolster intra-regional commerce.
Creative services have grown by 29% since 2017, reaching $1.4 trillion in exports in 2022, as digital tools like AI continue to transform the sector.
The creative sector holds immense promise for economic and social empowerment. But there’s much more to do to extend its benefits to everyone, everywhere.
The Pact sets a clear framework for rethinking trade and development, driving progress toward a more equitable and sustainable global economy for all.
The Summit of the Future is an opportunity to mend eroded trust in multilateralism and create hope for a better tomorrow, says UN Trade and Development chief Rebeca Grynspan.
