A new technical assistance project will modernize the Palestinian debt management system and train officials.
UNCTAD equips 300 women small-scale traders in five countries with greater knowledge of trade rules, customs procedures and entrepreneurship skills.
The continent’s free trade area, a growing middle class, an emerging consumer market, increased access to financial services and technology, and dynamic private entrepreneurs can help diversify African economies.
UNCTAD's TrainForTrade port management programme increases women's participation in leadership roles in ports, promoting gender equality in the industry.
The five advocates are successful women entrepreneurs and pioneers in the digital economy.
The continent saw foreign direct investment rebound strongly after the fall in 2020 caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
UNCTAD’s World Investment Report 2022 indicates FDI rebounded to nearly $1.6 trillion last year but warns this course is unlikely to be sustained in 2022.
Written by: Alexandre Larouche-Maltais, Article No. 88 [UNCTAD Transport and Trade Facilitation Newsletter N°94 - Second Quarter 2022]
A river port in the landlocked nation that joined UNCTAD’s port management programme is helping importers and exporters overcome logistics challenges.
UN Oceans Forum identifies ways to sustainably change course for the benefit of marine resources and the people who depend on them.
