International financial system reforms and tax cooperation are crucial to effectively mobilizing much-needed funds for sustainable development.
The rise of services prompts developing countries to look beyond manufacturing-led exports and enable productivity growth across the economic system.
A new report spotlights the solutions trade can offer to address the immediate challenges of hunger while enabling sustainable and resilient food systems in the long run.
A new UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) report examines trade’s role in reducing food insecurity and preventing famine.
World trade is on track to hit a record $33 trillion in 2024, but risks of rising trade tensions and ongoing geopolitical challenges cast uncertainty over the outlook for 2025.
Secretary-General Rebeca Grynspan said high borrowing costs stifle growth and drain financial resources, restricting investments in infrastructure, social services, and climate action.
Secretary-General Rebeca Grynspan called for the support and resources needed for developing countries to fully benefit from shifts transforming the world economy.
The initiative aims to strengthen and coordinate the response to climate challenges, fostering economic development and meaningful climate action.
UN Trade and Development chief Rebeca Grynspan outlined four key actions: investment in infrastructure, fairer trade and market access, transparent governance, and faster knowledge sharing.
The need to align finance, trade and investment to foster sustainable and resilient development takes on extra urgency as climate challenges mount globally.
