BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:unctad.org BEGIN:VEVENT UID:6a4beff20d4bb DTSTART:20251209T140000Z SEQUENCE:0 TRANSP:OPAQUE DTEND:20251209T161500Z LOCATION:\, SUMMARY:E-training course: Emerging issues at the interplay between trade a nd sustainable development CLASS:PUBLIC DESCRIPTION:BackgroundThe interplay between international trade and the env ironmental and social dimensions of sustainable development has surged as a critical domain of analysis and governance within the multilateral tradi ng system. Policymakers\, institutions and stakeholders concerned with mar ket access\, competitiveness\, and the regulation of trade in goods and se rvices increasingly recognize that trade policy has both positive and nega tive direct and profound implications for environmental and social outcome s. The multilateral trading system continues to serve as a cornerstone in shaping the legal and institutional frameworks that govern international c ommerce\, thereby exerting significant influence on advancing the Sustaina ble Development Goals.Today\, there are more than 250 multilateral environ mental agreements (MEAs) in force globally. These agreements impose substa ntive obligations that affect both the modalities and volumes of internati onal production and trade. These MEAS increasingly embedded sustainability -related criteria\, including technical standards\, safety requirements\, and measures to safeguard human health and the environment. Simultaneously \, market dynamics are being reshaped by the growing demand f or sustainab le goods and services\, expressed not only by individual consumers but als o through public procurement frameworks and private-sector initiatives acr oss both advanced and developing economies.REGISTER HEREWe are facing a &q uot\;triple planetary crisis"\; of climate change\, biodiversity loss\ , and pollution. This crisis is compounded by heightened uncertainty stemm ing from shifting geopolitical dynamics\, economic volatility\, trade tens ions\, and disruptions. The transboundary and systemic nature of these cha llenges underscores a central reality: the pursuit of sustainable developm ent and environmental integrity cannot be achieved unilaterally. Instead\, such issues possess intrinsic global significance and require coordinated multilateral responses to be addressed effectively.In this context\, alig ning trade and environmental policy to capture socio-economic benefits is indispensable. Coordinated multilateral trade and economic policies are cr ucial for advancing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development\, particul arly Goals 12 on sustainable consumption and production\, 13 on climate ac tion\, and 14 on life below water. Furthermore\, these policies are instru mental in reinforcing the implementation of major international legal inst ruments\, including the Paris Agreement\, the WTO Fisheries Subsidies Agre ement (WTO FSA)\, and the United Nations Agreement on Marine Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ Agreement. Collectively\, these framewo rks reinforce the imperative of integrating environmental considerations i nto trade regulation and practice\, ensuring that international trade in s ustainable goods and services contributes to both ecological sustainabilit y and equitable human well-being.ObjectiveThis online training seeks to pr ovide participants with a better understanding of how recent and emerging multilateral trade and environment agreements\, negotiations\, and initiat ives interact in response to the triple environmental crises\, including c ontemporary and emerging challenges and opportunities\, and their implicat ions for market access and sustainable development\, with a focus on devel oping countries. More precisely\, this year\, the e-training will focus on :Climate change and trade policy: Using trade and trade policy to advance national climate plans\, including Nationally Determined Contributions (ND Cs) and climate action while maximizing GHG reduction effects and minimizi ng negative spillovers\, particularly in developing countries.Filling the gaps in a sustainable ocean economic governance: the content and implement ation of the WTO fisheries subsidies &\; selected trade and shipping as pects of United Nations BBNJ Agreements.Retake of plastic treaty negotiati ons (INC process)\, Basel\, Rotterdam and Stockholm (BRS) Conventions and regional processes: scaling up circularity in plastics\, non-plastic subst itutes\, including in special sectors such as fishing gear\, agriculture a nd textiles.Methodology and durationThe online training will consist of 2: 15 hour sessions delivered over 3 days.  Through expert-led discussions a nd interactive exchanges\, participants will strengthen their capacity to integrate environmental considerations into trade policy\, foster low-carb on\, sustainable\, and circular value chains that yield socio-economic ben efits\, and navigate the ratification and implementation of new multilater al agreements\, thereby enhancing their ability to integrate environmental considerations into their trade policy.AudienceThis course is targeted at policymakers\, trade negotiators\, officials from capital\, and academics involved in international trade and sustainable development. Registration is mandatory to attend this online training\, and a certificate of partic ipation will be awarded to those who attend at least two of the 2-hour ses sions.ModalitiesA unique zoom registration and link will be used for all s essions. Registration link to be added.Tentative agenda9 December 2025\, 3 –5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 1: Climate Change\, trade policy: advancing N DCs and climate action17 December\, 3–5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 2: Emerg ing ocean economic sectors and related governance18 December\, 3–5:15 p. m. (CET)\, Session 3: Plastic treaty negotiations and BRS Conventions proc esses and scaling up circularity in plasticsOnline event evaluationGuiding questions9 December 2025\, 3–5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 1: Climate Chang e\, trade policy: advancing NDCs and climate actionWhat were the main trad e-related outcomes of UNFCCC COP 30 in Belem\, Brazil?How can trade measur es be designed to support climate goals\, such as NDC implementation\, whi le minimizing negative spill-over effects on developing countries?What str ategies can promote green and blue value chains and foster low-carbon deve lopment across sectors and regions?In what ways can trade-related measures \, investment and sustainable finance tools contribute to climate action a nd enable climate-resilient trade\, particularly for MSMEs?  17 December\ , 3–5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 2: Emerging ocean economic sectors and rel ated governanceHow can the WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies and relate d international initiatives (e.g. WTO Fish Fund\, UNCTAD\, FAO\, OECD) ass ist in tackling Illegal Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing\, overfis hing\, and overcapacity\, while enabling the sustainable development of th e fisheries sector\, including small-scale fisheries?How can assessment\, data and analytical tools be used by countries to implement the WTO Subsid ies Agreement\, develop national ocean and fisheries trade profiles\, and identify opportunities for sustainable fisheries management?What are the m ain objectives\, obligations\, and implementation challenges of the UN Agr eement on Marine Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ)? What is the state of play in the BBNJ Preparatory Commission and how BBNJ’s ent ry into force might shape global ocean governance?How will the BBNJ Agreem ent impact trade-related aspects such as access and benefit-sharing of mar ine genetic resources\, and maritime supply chains?  18 December\, 3–5: 15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 3: Plastic treaty negotiations and BRS Conventions processes and scaling up circularity in plasticsHow can plastic trade be leveraged to improve alignment with the BRS Conventions and ensure the app ropriate management of chemicals of concern within the International Negot iations Committee (INC) process?What trade and economic opportunities—su ch as recycling markets or innovation incentives—could emerge from stron ger global controls on plastic waste and hazardous additives?Which circula r and bio-based substitutes show the greatest potential in agriculture\, f isheries\, and packaging\, and what barriers hinder their wider adoption?H ow can policies\, markets\, and investment accelerate the shift from synth etic materials to sustainable fibre or bio-based substitutes while ensurin g full life-cycle sustainability?https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_x-NTK eOkShaXsOGla_1ASQ#/registration"\; data-entity-type="\;external\n\ nView meeting on unctad.org\nhttps://unctad.org/meeting/e-training-course- emerging-issues-interplay-between-trade-and-sustainable-development DTSTAMP:20260706T181202Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:6a4beff20d513 DTSTART:20251210T140000Z SEQUENCE:0 TRANSP:OPAQUE DTEND:20251210T161500Z LOCATION:\, SUMMARY:E-training course: Emerging issues at the interplay between trade a nd sustainable development CLASS:PUBLIC DESCRIPTION:BackgroundThe interplay between international trade and the env ironmental and social dimensions of sustainable development has surged as a critical domain of analysis and governance within the multilateral tradi ng system. Policymakers\, institutions and stakeholders concerned with mar ket access\, competitiveness\, and the regulation of trade in goods and se rvices increasingly recognize that trade policy has both positive and nega tive direct and profound implications for environmental and social outcome s. The multilateral trading system continues to serve as a cornerstone in shaping the legal and institutional frameworks that govern international c ommerce\, thereby exerting significant influence on advancing the Sustaina ble Development Goals.Today\, there are more than 250 multilateral environ mental agreements (MEAs) in force globally. These agreements impose substa ntive obligations that affect both the modalities and volumes of internati onal production and trade. These MEAS increasingly embedded sustainability -related criteria\, including technical standards\, safety requirements\, and measures to safeguard human health and the environment. Simultaneously \, market dynamics are being reshaped by the growing demand f or sustainab le goods and services\, expressed not only by individual consumers but als o through public procurement frameworks and private-sector initiatives acr oss both advanced and developing economies.REGISTER HEREWe are facing a &q uot\;triple planetary crisis"\; of climate change\, biodiversity loss\ , and pollution. This crisis is compounded by heightened uncertainty stemm ing from shifting geopolitical dynamics\, economic volatility\, trade tens ions\, and disruptions. The transboundary and systemic nature of these cha llenges underscores a central reality: the pursuit of sustainable developm ent and environmental integrity cannot be achieved unilaterally. Instead\, such issues possess intrinsic global significance and require coordinated multilateral responses to be addressed effectively.In this context\, alig ning trade and environmental policy to capture socio-economic benefits is indispensable. Coordinated multilateral trade and economic policies are cr ucial for advancing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development\, particul arly Goals 12 on sustainable consumption and production\, 13 on climate ac tion\, and 14 on life below water. Furthermore\, these policies are instru mental in reinforcing the implementation of major international legal inst ruments\, including the Paris Agreement\, the WTO Fisheries Subsidies Agre ement (WTO FSA)\, and the United Nations Agreement on Marine Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ Agreement. Collectively\, these framewo rks reinforce the imperative of integrating environmental considerations i nto trade regulation and practice\, ensuring that international trade in s ustainable goods and services contributes to both ecological sustainabilit y and equitable human well-being.ObjectiveThis online training seeks to pr ovide participants with a better understanding of how recent and emerging multilateral trade and environment agreements\, negotiations\, and initiat ives interact in response to the triple environmental crises\, including c ontemporary and emerging challenges and opportunities\, and their implicat ions for market access and sustainable development\, with a focus on devel oping countries. More precisely\, this year\, the e-training will focus on :Climate change and trade policy: Using trade and trade policy to advance national climate plans\, including Nationally Determined Contributions (ND Cs) and climate action while maximizing GHG reduction effects and minimizi ng negative spillovers\, particularly in developing countries.Filling the gaps in a sustainable ocean economic governance: the content and implement ation of the WTO fisheries subsidies &\; selected trade and shipping as pects of United Nations BBNJ Agreements.Retake of plastic treaty negotiati ons (INC process)\, Basel\, Rotterdam and Stockholm (BRS) Conventions and regional processes: scaling up circularity in plastics\, non-plastic subst itutes\, including in special sectors such as fishing gear\, agriculture a nd textiles.Methodology and durationThe online training will consist of 2: 15 hour sessions delivered over 3 days.  Through expert-led discussions a nd interactive exchanges\, participants will strengthen their capacity to integrate environmental considerations into trade policy\, foster low-carb on\, sustainable\, and circular value chains that yield socio-economic ben efits\, and navigate the ratification and implementation of new multilater al agreements\, thereby enhancing their ability to integrate environmental considerations into their trade policy.AudienceThis course is targeted at policymakers\, trade negotiators\, officials from capital\, and academics involved in international trade and sustainable development. Registration is mandatory to attend this online training\, and a certificate of partic ipation will be awarded to those who attend at least two of the 2-hour ses sions.ModalitiesA unique zoom registration and link will be used for all s essions. Registration link to be added.Tentative agenda9 December 2025\, 3 –5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 1: Climate Change\, trade policy: advancing N DCs and climate action17 December\, 3–5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 2: Emerg ing ocean economic sectors and related governance18 December\, 3–5:15 p. m. (CET)\, Session 3: Plastic treaty negotiations and BRS Conventions proc esses and scaling up circularity in plasticsOnline event evaluationGuiding questions9 December 2025\, 3–5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 1: Climate Chang e\, trade policy: advancing NDCs and climate actionWhat were the main trad e-related outcomes of UNFCCC COP 30 in Belem\, Brazil?How can trade measur es be designed to support climate goals\, such as NDC implementation\, whi le minimizing negative spill-over effects on developing countries?What str ategies can promote green and blue value chains and foster low-carbon deve lopment across sectors and regions?In what ways can trade-related measures \, investment and sustainable finance tools contribute to climate action a nd enable climate-resilient trade\, particularly for MSMEs?  17 December\ , 3–5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 2: Emerging ocean economic sectors and rel ated governanceHow can the WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies and relate d international initiatives (e.g. WTO Fish Fund\, UNCTAD\, FAO\, OECD) ass ist in tackling Illegal Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing\, overfis hing\, and overcapacity\, while enabling the sustainable development of th e fisheries sector\, including small-scale fisheries?How can assessment\, data and analytical tools be used by countries to implement the WTO Subsid ies Agreement\, develop national ocean and fisheries trade profiles\, and identify opportunities for sustainable fisheries management?What are the m ain objectives\, obligations\, and implementation challenges of the UN Agr eement on Marine Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ)? What is the state of play in the BBNJ Preparatory Commission and how BBNJ’s ent ry into force might shape global ocean governance?How will the BBNJ Agreem ent impact trade-related aspects such as access and benefit-sharing of mar ine genetic resources\, and maritime supply chains?  18 December\, 3–5: 15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 3: Plastic treaty negotiations and BRS Conventions processes and scaling up circularity in plasticsHow can plastic trade be leveraged to improve alignment with the BRS Conventions and ensure the app ropriate management of chemicals of concern within the International Negot iations Committee (INC) process?What trade and economic opportunities—su ch as recycling markets or innovation incentives—could emerge from stron ger global controls on plastic waste and hazardous additives?Which circula r and bio-based substitutes show the greatest potential in agriculture\, f isheries\, and packaging\, and what barriers hinder their wider adoption?H ow can policies\, markets\, and investment accelerate the shift from synth etic materials to sustainable fibre or bio-based substitutes while ensurin g full life-cycle sustainability?https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_x-NTK eOkShaXsOGla_1ASQ#/registration"\; data-entity-type="\;external\n\ nView meeting on unctad.org\nhttps://unctad.org/meeting/e-training-course- emerging-issues-interplay-between-trade-and-sustainable-development DTSTAMP:20260706T181202Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:6a4beff20d51e DTSTART:20251211T140000Z SEQUENCE:0 TRANSP:OPAQUE DTEND:20251211T161500Z LOCATION:\, SUMMARY:E-training course: Emerging issues at the interplay between trade a nd sustainable development CLASS:PUBLIC DESCRIPTION:BackgroundThe interplay between international trade and the env ironmental and social dimensions of sustainable development has surged as a critical domain of analysis and governance within the multilateral tradi ng system. Policymakers\, institutions and stakeholders concerned with mar ket access\, competitiveness\, and the regulation of trade in goods and se rvices increasingly recognize that trade policy has both positive and nega tive direct and profound implications for environmental and social outcome s. The multilateral trading system continues to serve as a cornerstone in shaping the legal and institutional frameworks that govern international c ommerce\, thereby exerting significant influence on advancing the Sustaina ble Development Goals.Today\, there are more than 250 multilateral environ mental agreements (MEAs) in force globally. These agreements impose substa ntive obligations that affect both the modalities and volumes of internati onal production and trade. These MEAS increasingly embedded sustainability -related criteria\, including technical standards\, safety requirements\, and measures to safeguard human health and the environment. Simultaneously \, market dynamics are being reshaped by the growing demand f or sustainab le goods and services\, expressed not only by individual consumers but als o through public procurement frameworks and private-sector initiatives acr oss both advanced and developing economies.REGISTER HEREWe are facing a &q uot\;triple planetary crisis"\; of climate change\, biodiversity loss\ , and pollution. This crisis is compounded by heightened uncertainty stemm ing from shifting geopolitical dynamics\, economic volatility\, trade tens ions\, and disruptions. The transboundary and systemic nature of these cha llenges underscores a central reality: the pursuit of sustainable developm ent and environmental integrity cannot be achieved unilaterally. Instead\, such issues possess intrinsic global significance and require coordinated multilateral responses to be addressed effectively.In this context\, alig ning trade and environmental policy to capture socio-economic benefits is indispensable. Coordinated multilateral trade and economic policies are cr ucial for advancing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development\, particul arly Goals 12 on sustainable consumption and production\, 13 on climate ac tion\, and 14 on life below water. Furthermore\, these policies are instru mental in reinforcing the implementation of major international legal inst ruments\, including the Paris Agreement\, the WTO Fisheries Subsidies Agre ement (WTO FSA)\, and the United Nations Agreement on Marine Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ Agreement. Collectively\, these framewo rks reinforce the imperative of integrating environmental considerations i nto trade regulation and practice\, ensuring that international trade in s ustainable goods and services contributes to both ecological sustainabilit y and equitable human well-being.ObjectiveThis online training seeks to pr ovide participants with a better understanding of how recent and emerging multilateral trade and environment agreements\, negotiations\, and initiat ives interact in response to the triple environmental crises\, including c ontemporary and emerging challenges and opportunities\, and their implicat ions for market access and sustainable development\, with a focus on devel oping countries. More precisely\, this year\, the e-training will focus on :Climate change and trade policy: Using trade and trade policy to advance national climate plans\, including Nationally Determined Contributions (ND Cs) and climate action while maximizing GHG reduction effects and minimizi ng negative spillovers\, particularly in developing countries.Filling the gaps in a sustainable ocean economic governance: the content and implement ation of the WTO fisheries subsidies &\; selected trade and shipping as pects of United Nations BBNJ Agreements.Retake of plastic treaty negotiati ons (INC process)\, Basel\, Rotterdam and Stockholm (BRS) Conventions and regional processes: scaling up circularity in plastics\, non-plastic subst itutes\, including in special sectors such as fishing gear\, agriculture a nd textiles.Methodology and durationThe online training will consist of 2: 15 hour sessions delivered over 3 days.  Through expert-led discussions a nd interactive exchanges\, participants will strengthen their capacity to integrate environmental considerations into trade policy\, foster low-carb on\, sustainable\, and circular value chains that yield socio-economic ben efits\, and navigate the ratification and implementation of new multilater al agreements\, thereby enhancing their ability to integrate environmental considerations into their trade policy.AudienceThis course is targeted at policymakers\, trade negotiators\, officials from capital\, and academics involved in international trade and sustainable development. Registration is mandatory to attend this online training\, and a certificate of partic ipation will be awarded to those who attend at least two of the 2-hour ses sions.ModalitiesA unique zoom registration and link will be used for all s essions. Registration link to be added.Tentative agenda9 December 2025\, 3 –5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 1: Climate Change\, trade policy: advancing N DCs and climate action17 December\, 3–5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 2: Emerg ing ocean economic sectors and related governance18 December\, 3–5:15 p. m. (CET)\, Session 3: Plastic treaty negotiations and BRS Conventions proc esses and scaling up circularity in plasticsOnline event evaluationGuiding questions9 December 2025\, 3–5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 1: Climate Chang e\, trade policy: advancing NDCs and climate actionWhat were the main trad e-related outcomes of UNFCCC COP 30 in Belem\, Brazil?How can trade measur es be designed to support climate goals\, such as NDC implementation\, whi le minimizing negative spill-over effects on developing countries?What str ategies can promote green and blue value chains and foster low-carbon deve lopment across sectors and regions?In what ways can trade-related measures \, investment and sustainable finance tools contribute to climate action a nd enable climate-resilient trade\, particularly for MSMEs?  17 December\ , 3–5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 2: Emerging ocean economic sectors and rel ated governanceHow can the WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies and relate d international initiatives (e.g. WTO Fish Fund\, UNCTAD\, FAO\, OECD) ass ist in tackling Illegal Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing\, overfis hing\, and overcapacity\, while enabling the sustainable development of th e fisheries sector\, including small-scale fisheries?How can assessment\, data and analytical tools be used by countries to implement the WTO Subsid ies Agreement\, develop national ocean and fisheries trade profiles\, and identify opportunities for sustainable fisheries management?What are the m ain objectives\, obligations\, and implementation challenges of the UN Agr eement on Marine Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ)? What is the state of play in the BBNJ Preparatory Commission and how BBNJ’s ent ry into force might shape global ocean governance?How will the BBNJ Agreem ent impact trade-related aspects such as access and benefit-sharing of mar ine genetic resources\, and maritime supply chains?  18 December\, 3–5: 15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 3: Plastic treaty negotiations and BRS Conventions processes and scaling up circularity in plasticsHow can plastic trade be leveraged to improve alignment with the BRS Conventions and ensure the app ropriate management of chemicals of concern within the International Negot iations Committee (INC) process?What trade and economic opportunities—su ch as recycling markets or innovation incentives—could emerge from stron ger global controls on plastic waste and hazardous additives?Which circula r and bio-based substitutes show the greatest potential in agriculture\, f isheries\, and packaging\, and what barriers hinder their wider adoption?H ow can policies\, markets\, and investment accelerate the shift from synth etic materials to sustainable fibre or bio-based substitutes while ensurin g full life-cycle sustainability?https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_x-NTK eOkShaXsOGla_1ASQ#/registration"\; data-entity-type="\;external\n\ nView meeting on unctad.org\nhttps://unctad.org/meeting/e-training-course- emerging-issues-interplay-between-trade-and-sustainable-development DTSTAMP:20260706T181202Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:6a4beff20d526 DTSTART:20251212T140000Z SEQUENCE:0 TRANSP:OPAQUE DTEND:20251212T161500Z LOCATION:\, SUMMARY:E-training course: Emerging issues at the interplay between trade a nd sustainable development CLASS:PUBLIC DESCRIPTION:BackgroundThe interplay between international trade and the env ironmental and social dimensions of sustainable development has surged as a critical domain of analysis and governance within the multilateral tradi ng system. Policymakers\, institutions and stakeholders concerned with mar ket access\, competitiveness\, and the regulation of trade in goods and se rvices increasingly recognize that trade policy has both positive and nega tive direct and profound implications for environmental and social outcome s. The multilateral trading system continues to serve as a cornerstone in shaping the legal and institutional frameworks that govern international c ommerce\, thereby exerting significant influence on advancing the Sustaina ble Development Goals.Today\, there are more than 250 multilateral environ mental agreements (MEAs) in force globally. These agreements impose substa ntive obligations that affect both the modalities and volumes of internati onal production and trade. These MEAS increasingly embedded sustainability -related criteria\, including technical standards\, safety requirements\, and measures to safeguard human health and the environment. Simultaneously \, market dynamics are being reshaped by the growing demand f or sustainab le goods and services\, expressed not only by individual consumers but als o through public procurement frameworks and private-sector initiatives acr oss both advanced and developing economies.REGISTER HEREWe are facing a &q uot\;triple planetary crisis"\; of climate change\, biodiversity loss\ , and pollution. This crisis is compounded by heightened uncertainty stemm ing from shifting geopolitical dynamics\, economic volatility\, trade tens ions\, and disruptions. The transboundary and systemic nature of these cha llenges underscores a central reality: the pursuit of sustainable developm ent and environmental integrity cannot be achieved unilaterally. Instead\, such issues possess intrinsic global significance and require coordinated multilateral responses to be addressed effectively.In this context\, alig ning trade and environmental policy to capture socio-economic benefits is indispensable. Coordinated multilateral trade and economic policies are cr ucial for advancing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development\, particul arly Goals 12 on sustainable consumption and production\, 13 on climate ac tion\, and 14 on life below water. Furthermore\, these policies are instru mental in reinforcing the implementation of major international legal inst ruments\, including the Paris Agreement\, the WTO Fisheries Subsidies Agre ement (WTO FSA)\, and the United Nations Agreement on Marine Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ Agreement. Collectively\, these framewo rks reinforce the imperative of integrating environmental considerations i nto trade regulation and practice\, ensuring that international trade in s ustainable goods and services contributes to both ecological sustainabilit y and equitable human well-being.ObjectiveThis online training seeks to pr ovide participants with a better understanding of how recent and emerging multilateral trade and environment agreements\, negotiations\, and initiat ives interact in response to the triple environmental crises\, including c ontemporary and emerging challenges and opportunities\, and their implicat ions for market access and sustainable development\, with a focus on devel oping countries. More precisely\, this year\, the e-training will focus on :Climate change and trade policy: Using trade and trade policy to advance national climate plans\, including Nationally Determined Contributions (ND Cs) and climate action while maximizing GHG reduction effects and minimizi ng negative spillovers\, particularly in developing countries.Filling the gaps in a sustainable ocean economic governance: the content and implement ation of the WTO fisheries subsidies &\; selected trade and shipping as pects of United Nations BBNJ Agreements.Retake of plastic treaty negotiati ons (INC process)\, Basel\, Rotterdam and Stockholm (BRS) Conventions and regional processes: scaling up circularity in plastics\, non-plastic subst itutes\, including in special sectors such as fishing gear\, agriculture a nd textiles.Methodology and durationThe online training will consist of 2: 15 hour sessions delivered over 3 days.  Through expert-led discussions a nd interactive exchanges\, participants will strengthen their capacity to integrate environmental considerations into trade policy\, foster low-carb on\, sustainable\, and circular value chains that yield socio-economic ben efits\, and navigate the ratification and implementation of new multilater al agreements\, thereby enhancing their ability to integrate environmental considerations into their trade policy.AudienceThis course is targeted at policymakers\, trade negotiators\, officials from capital\, and academics involved in international trade and sustainable development. Registration is mandatory to attend this online training\, and a certificate of partic ipation will be awarded to those who attend at least two of the 2-hour ses sions.ModalitiesA unique zoom registration and link will be used for all s essions. Registration link to be added.Tentative agenda9 December 2025\, 3 –5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 1: Climate Change\, trade policy: advancing N DCs and climate action17 December\, 3–5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 2: Emerg ing ocean economic sectors and related governance18 December\, 3–5:15 p. m. (CET)\, Session 3: Plastic treaty negotiations and BRS Conventions proc esses and scaling up circularity in plasticsOnline event evaluationGuiding questions9 December 2025\, 3–5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 1: Climate Chang e\, trade policy: advancing NDCs and climate actionWhat were the main trad e-related outcomes of UNFCCC COP 30 in Belem\, Brazil?How can trade measur es be designed to support climate goals\, such as NDC implementation\, whi le minimizing negative spill-over effects on developing countries?What str ategies can promote green and blue value chains and foster low-carbon deve lopment across sectors and regions?In what ways can trade-related measures \, investment and sustainable finance tools contribute to climate action a nd enable climate-resilient trade\, particularly for MSMEs?  17 December\ , 3–5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 2: Emerging ocean economic sectors and rel ated governanceHow can the WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies and relate d international initiatives (e.g. WTO Fish Fund\, UNCTAD\, FAO\, OECD) ass ist in tackling Illegal Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing\, overfis hing\, and overcapacity\, while enabling the sustainable development of th e fisheries sector\, including small-scale fisheries?How can assessment\, data and analytical tools be used by countries to implement the WTO Subsid ies Agreement\, develop national ocean and fisheries trade profiles\, and identify opportunities for sustainable fisheries management?What are the m ain objectives\, obligations\, and implementation challenges of the UN Agr eement on Marine Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ)? What is the state of play in the BBNJ Preparatory Commission and how BBNJ’s ent ry into force might shape global ocean governance?How will the BBNJ Agreem ent impact trade-related aspects such as access and benefit-sharing of mar ine genetic resources\, and maritime supply chains?  18 December\, 3–5: 15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 3: Plastic treaty negotiations and BRS Conventions processes and scaling up circularity in plasticsHow can plastic trade be leveraged to improve alignment with the BRS Conventions and ensure the app ropriate management of chemicals of concern within the International Negot iations Committee (INC) process?What trade and economic opportunities—su ch as recycling markets or innovation incentives—could emerge from stron ger global controls on plastic waste and hazardous additives?Which circula r and bio-based substitutes show the greatest potential in agriculture\, f isheries\, and packaging\, and what barriers hinder their wider adoption?H ow can policies\, markets\, and investment accelerate the shift from synth etic materials to sustainable fibre or bio-based substitutes while ensurin g full life-cycle sustainability?https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_x-NTK eOkShaXsOGla_1ASQ#/registration"\; data-entity-type="\;external\n\ nView meeting on unctad.org\nhttps://unctad.org/meeting/e-training-course- emerging-issues-interplay-between-trade-and-sustainable-development DTSTAMP:20260706T181202Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:6a4beff20d52d DTSTART:20251213T140000Z SEQUENCE:0 TRANSP:OPAQUE DTEND:20251213T161500Z LOCATION:\, SUMMARY:E-training course: Emerging issues at the interplay between trade a nd sustainable development CLASS:PUBLIC DESCRIPTION:BackgroundThe interplay between international trade and the env ironmental and social dimensions of sustainable development has surged as a critical domain of analysis and governance within the multilateral tradi ng system. Policymakers\, institutions and stakeholders concerned with mar ket access\, competitiveness\, and the regulation of trade in goods and se rvices increasingly recognize that trade policy has both positive and nega tive direct and profound implications for environmental and social outcome s. The multilateral trading system continues to serve as a cornerstone in shaping the legal and institutional frameworks that govern international c ommerce\, thereby exerting significant influence on advancing the Sustaina ble Development Goals.Today\, there are more than 250 multilateral environ mental agreements (MEAs) in force globally. These agreements impose substa ntive obligations that affect both the modalities and volumes of internati onal production and trade. These MEAS increasingly embedded sustainability -related criteria\, including technical standards\, safety requirements\, and measures to safeguard human health and the environment. Simultaneously \, market dynamics are being reshaped by the growing demand f or sustainab le goods and services\, expressed not only by individual consumers but als o through public procurement frameworks and private-sector initiatives acr oss both advanced and developing economies.REGISTER HEREWe are facing a &q uot\;triple planetary crisis"\; of climate change\, biodiversity loss\ , and pollution. This crisis is compounded by heightened uncertainty stemm ing from shifting geopolitical dynamics\, economic volatility\, trade tens ions\, and disruptions. The transboundary and systemic nature of these cha llenges underscores a central reality: the pursuit of sustainable developm ent and environmental integrity cannot be achieved unilaterally. Instead\, such issues possess intrinsic global significance and require coordinated multilateral responses to be addressed effectively.In this context\, alig ning trade and environmental policy to capture socio-economic benefits is indispensable. Coordinated multilateral trade and economic policies are cr ucial for advancing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development\, particul arly Goals 12 on sustainable consumption and production\, 13 on climate ac tion\, and 14 on life below water. Furthermore\, these policies are instru mental in reinforcing the implementation of major international legal inst ruments\, including the Paris Agreement\, the WTO Fisheries Subsidies Agre ement (WTO FSA)\, and the United Nations Agreement on Marine Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ Agreement. Collectively\, these framewo rks reinforce the imperative of integrating environmental considerations i nto trade regulation and practice\, ensuring that international trade in s ustainable goods and services contributes to both ecological sustainabilit y and equitable human well-being.ObjectiveThis online training seeks to pr ovide participants with a better understanding of how recent and emerging multilateral trade and environment agreements\, negotiations\, and initiat ives interact in response to the triple environmental crises\, including c ontemporary and emerging challenges and opportunities\, and their implicat ions for market access and sustainable development\, with a focus on devel oping countries. More precisely\, this year\, the e-training will focus on :Climate change and trade policy: Using trade and trade policy to advance national climate plans\, including Nationally Determined Contributions (ND Cs) and climate action while maximizing GHG reduction effects and minimizi ng negative spillovers\, particularly in developing countries.Filling the gaps in a sustainable ocean economic governance: the content and implement ation of the WTO fisheries subsidies &\; selected trade and shipping as pects of United Nations BBNJ Agreements.Retake of plastic treaty negotiati ons (INC process)\, Basel\, Rotterdam and Stockholm (BRS) Conventions and regional processes: scaling up circularity in plastics\, non-plastic subst itutes\, including in special sectors such as fishing gear\, agriculture a nd textiles.Methodology and durationThe online training will consist of 2: 15 hour sessions delivered over 3 days.  Through expert-led discussions a nd interactive exchanges\, participants will strengthen their capacity to integrate environmental considerations into trade policy\, foster low-carb on\, sustainable\, and circular value chains that yield socio-economic ben efits\, and navigate the ratification and implementation of new multilater al agreements\, thereby enhancing their ability to integrate environmental considerations into their trade policy.AudienceThis course is targeted at policymakers\, trade negotiators\, officials from capital\, and academics involved in international trade and sustainable development. Registration is mandatory to attend this online training\, and a certificate of partic ipation will be awarded to those who attend at least two of the 2-hour ses sions.ModalitiesA unique zoom registration and link will be used for all s essions. Registration link to be added.Tentative agenda9 December 2025\, 3 –5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 1: Climate Change\, trade policy: advancing N DCs and climate action17 December\, 3–5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 2: Emerg ing ocean economic sectors and related governance18 December\, 3–5:15 p. m. (CET)\, Session 3: Plastic treaty negotiations and BRS Conventions proc esses and scaling up circularity in plasticsOnline event evaluationGuiding questions9 December 2025\, 3–5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 1: Climate Chang e\, trade policy: advancing NDCs and climate actionWhat were the main trad e-related outcomes of UNFCCC COP 30 in Belem\, Brazil?How can trade measur es be designed to support climate goals\, such as NDC implementation\, whi le minimizing negative spill-over effects on developing countries?What str ategies can promote green and blue value chains and foster low-carbon deve lopment across sectors and regions?In what ways can trade-related measures \, investment and sustainable finance tools contribute to climate action a nd enable climate-resilient trade\, particularly for MSMEs?  17 December\ , 3–5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 2: Emerging ocean economic sectors and rel ated governanceHow can the WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies and relate d international initiatives (e.g. WTO Fish Fund\, UNCTAD\, FAO\, OECD) ass ist in tackling Illegal Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing\, overfis hing\, and overcapacity\, while enabling the sustainable development of th e fisheries sector\, including small-scale fisheries?How can assessment\, data and analytical tools be used by countries to implement the WTO Subsid ies Agreement\, develop national ocean and fisheries trade profiles\, and identify opportunities for sustainable fisheries management?What are the m ain objectives\, obligations\, and implementation challenges of the UN Agr eement on Marine Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ)? What is the state of play in the BBNJ Preparatory Commission and how BBNJ’s ent ry into force might shape global ocean governance?How will the BBNJ Agreem ent impact trade-related aspects such as access and benefit-sharing of mar ine genetic resources\, and maritime supply chains?  18 December\, 3–5: 15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 3: Plastic treaty negotiations and BRS Conventions processes and scaling up circularity in plasticsHow can plastic trade be leveraged to improve alignment with the BRS Conventions and ensure the app ropriate management of chemicals of concern within the International Negot iations Committee (INC) process?What trade and economic opportunities—su ch as recycling markets or innovation incentives—could emerge from stron ger global controls on plastic waste and hazardous additives?Which circula r and bio-based substitutes show the greatest potential in agriculture\, f isheries\, and packaging\, and what barriers hinder their wider adoption?H ow can policies\, markets\, and investment accelerate the shift from synth etic materials to sustainable fibre or bio-based substitutes while ensurin g full life-cycle sustainability?https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_x-NTK eOkShaXsOGla_1ASQ#/registration"\; data-entity-type="\;external\n\ nView meeting on unctad.org\nhttps://unctad.org/meeting/e-training-course- emerging-issues-interplay-between-trade-and-sustainable-development DTSTAMP:20260706T181202Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:6a4beff20d534 DTSTART:20251214T140000Z SEQUENCE:0 TRANSP:OPAQUE DTEND:20251214T161500Z LOCATION:\, SUMMARY:E-training course: Emerging issues at the interplay between trade a nd sustainable development CLASS:PUBLIC DESCRIPTION:BackgroundThe interplay between international trade and the env ironmental and social dimensions of sustainable development has surged as a critical domain of analysis and governance within the multilateral tradi ng system. Policymakers\, institutions and stakeholders concerned with mar ket access\, competitiveness\, and the regulation of trade in goods and se rvices increasingly recognize that trade policy has both positive and nega tive direct and profound implications for environmental and social outcome s. The multilateral trading system continues to serve as a cornerstone in shaping the legal and institutional frameworks that govern international c ommerce\, thereby exerting significant influence on advancing the Sustaina ble Development Goals.Today\, there are more than 250 multilateral environ mental agreements (MEAs) in force globally. These agreements impose substa ntive obligations that affect both the modalities and volumes of internati onal production and trade. These MEAS increasingly embedded sustainability -related criteria\, including technical standards\, safety requirements\, and measures to safeguard human health and the environment. Simultaneously \, market dynamics are being reshaped by the growing demand f or sustainab le goods and services\, expressed not only by individual consumers but als o through public procurement frameworks and private-sector initiatives acr oss both advanced and developing economies.REGISTER HEREWe are facing a &q uot\;triple planetary crisis"\; of climate change\, biodiversity loss\ , and pollution. This crisis is compounded by heightened uncertainty stemm ing from shifting geopolitical dynamics\, economic volatility\, trade tens ions\, and disruptions. The transboundary and systemic nature of these cha llenges underscores a central reality: the pursuit of sustainable developm ent and environmental integrity cannot be achieved unilaterally. Instead\, such issues possess intrinsic global significance and require coordinated multilateral responses to be addressed effectively.In this context\, alig ning trade and environmental policy to capture socio-economic benefits is indispensable. Coordinated multilateral trade and economic policies are cr ucial for advancing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development\, particul arly Goals 12 on sustainable consumption and production\, 13 on climate ac tion\, and 14 on life below water. Furthermore\, these policies are instru mental in reinforcing the implementation of major international legal inst ruments\, including the Paris Agreement\, the WTO Fisheries Subsidies Agre ement (WTO FSA)\, and the United Nations Agreement on Marine Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ Agreement. Collectively\, these framewo rks reinforce the imperative of integrating environmental considerations i nto trade regulation and practice\, ensuring that international trade in s ustainable goods and services contributes to both ecological sustainabilit y and equitable human well-being.ObjectiveThis online training seeks to pr ovide participants with a better understanding of how recent and emerging multilateral trade and environment agreements\, negotiations\, and initiat ives interact in response to the triple environmental crises\, including c ontemporary and emerging challenges and opportunities\, and their implicat ions for market access and sustainable development\, with a focus on devel oping countries. More precisely\, this year\, the e-training will focus on :Climate change and trade policy: Using trade and trade policy to advance national climate plans\, including Nationally Determined Contributions (ND Cs) and climate action while maximizing GHG reduction effects and minimizi ng negative spillovers\, particularly in developing countries.Filling the gaps in a sustainable ocean economic governance: the content and implement ation of the WTO fisheries subsidies &\; selected trade and shipping as pects of United Nations BBNJ Agreements.Retake of plastic treaty negotiati ons (INC process)\, Basel\, Rotterdam and Stockholm (BRS) Conventions and regional processes: scaling up circularity in plastics\, non-plastic subst itutes\, including in special sectors such as fishing gear\, agriculture a nd textiles.Methodology and durationThe online training will consist of 2: 15 hour sessions delivered over 3 days.  Through expert-led discussions a nd interactive exchanges\, participants will strengthen their capacity to integrate environmental considerations into trade policy\, foster low-carb on\, sustainable\, and circular value chains that yield socio-economic ben efits\, and navigate the ratification and implementation of new multilater al agreements\, thereby enhancing their ability to integrate environmental considerations into their trade policy.AudienceThis course is targeted at policymakers\, trade negotiators\, officials from capital\, and academics involved in international trade and sustainable development. Registration is mandatory to attend this online training\, and a certificate of partic ipation will be awarded to those who attend at least two of the 2-hour ses sions.ModalitiesA unique zoom registration and link will be used for all s essions. Registration link to be added.Tentative agenda9 December 2025\, 3 –5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 1: Climate Change\, trade policy: advancing N DCs and climate action17 December\, 3–5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 2: Emerg ing ocean economic sectors and related governance18 December\, 3–5:15 p. m. (CET)\, Session 3: Plastic treaty negotiations and BRS Conventions proc esses and scaling up circularity in plasticsOnline event evaluationGuiding questions9 December 2025\, 3–5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 1: Climate Chang e\, trade policy: advancing NDCs and climate actionWhat were the main trad e-related outcomes of UNFCCC COP 30 in Belem\, Brazil?How can trade measur es be designed to support climate goals\, such as NDC implementation\, whi le minimizing negative spill-over effects on developing countries?What str ategies can promote green and blue value chains and foster low-carbon deve lopment across sectors and regions?In what ways can trade-related measures \, investment and sustainable finance tools contribute to climate action a nd enable climate-resilient trade\, particularly for MSMEs?  17 December\ , 3–5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 2: Emerging ocean economic sectors and rel ated governanceHow can the WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies and relate d international initiatives (e.g. WTO Fish Fund\, UNCTAD\, FAO\, OECD) ass ist in tackling Illegal Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing\, overfis hing\, and overcapacity\, while enabling the sustainable development of th e fisheries sector\, including small-scale fisheries?How can assessment\, data and analytical tools be used by countries to implement the WTO Subsid ies Agreement\, develop national ocean and fisheries trade profiles\, and identify opportunities for sustainable fisheries management?What are the m ain objectives\, obligations\, and implementation challenges of the UN Agr eement on Marine Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ)? What is the state of play in the BBNJ Preparatory Commission and how BBNJ’s ent ry into force might shape global ocean governance?How will the BBNJ Agreem ent impact trade-related aspects such as access and benefit-sharing of mar ine genetic resources\, and maritime supply chains?  18 December\, 3–5: 15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 3: Plastic treaty negotiations and BRS Conventions processes and scaling up circularity in plasticsHow can plastic trade be leveraged to improve alignment with the BRS Conventions and ensure the app ropriate management of chemicals of concern within the International Negot iations Committee (INC) process?What trade and economic opportunities—su ch as recycling markets or innovation incentives—could emerge from stron ger global controls on plastic waste and hazardous additives?Which circula r and bio-based substitutes show the greatest potential in agriculture\, f isheries\, and packaging\, and what barriers hinder their wider adoption?H ow can policies\, markets\, and investment accelerate the shift from synth etic materials to sustainable fibre or bio-based substitutes while ensurin g full life-cycle sustainability?https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_x-NTK eOkShaXsOGla_1ASQ#/registration"\; data-entity-type="\;external\n\ nView meeting on unctad.org\nhttps://unctad.org/meeting/e-training-course- emerging-issues-interplay-between-trade-and-sustainable-development DTSTAMP:20260706T181202Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:6a4beff20d53c DTSTART:20251215T140000Z SEQUENCE:0 TRANSP:OPAQUE DTEND:20251215T161500Z LOCATION:\, SUMMARY:E-training course: Emerging issues at the interplay between trade a nd sustainable development CLASS:PUBLIC DESCRIPTION:BackgroundThe interplay between international trade and the env ironmental and social dimensions of sustainable development has surged as a critical domain of analysis and governance within the multilateral tradi ng system. Policymakers\, institutions and stakeholders concerned with mar ket access\, competitiveness\, and the regulation of trade in goods and se rvices increasingly recognize that trade policy has both positive and nega tive direct and profound implications for environmental and social outcome s. The multilateral trading system continues to serve as a cornerstone in shaping the legal and institutional frameworks that govern international c ommerce\, thereby exerting significant influence on advancing the Sustaina ble Development Goals.Today\, there are more than 250 multilateral environ mental agreements (MEAs) in force globally. These agreements impose substa ntive obligations that affect both the modalities and volumes of internati onal production and trade. These MEAS increasingly embedded sustainability -related criteria\, including technical standards\, safety requirements\, and measures to safeguard human health and the environment. Simultaneously \, market dynamics are being reshaped by the growing demand f or sustainab le goods and services\, expressed not only by individual consumers but als o through public procurement frameworks and private-sector initiatives acr oss both advanced and developing economies.REGISTER HEREWe are facing a &q uot\;triple planetary crisis"\; of climate change\, biodiversity loss\ , and pollution. This crisis is compounded by heightened uncertainty stemm ing from shifting geopolitical dynamics\, economic volatility\, trade tens ions\, and disruptions. The transboundary and systemic nature of these cha llenges underscores a central reality: the pursuit of sustainable developm ent and environmental integrity cannot be achieved unilaterally. Instead\, such issues possess intrinsic global significance and require coordinated multilateral responses to be addressed effectively.In this context\, alig ning trade and environmental policy to capture socio-economic benefits is indispensable. Coordinated multilateral trade and economic policies are cr ucial for advancing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development\, particul arly Goals 12 on sustainable consumption and production\, 13 on climate ac tion\, and 14 on life below water. Furthermore\, these policies are instru mental in reinforcing the implementation of major international legal inst ruments\, including the Paris Agreement\, the WTO Fisheries Subsidies Agre ement (WTO FSA)\, and the United Nations Agreement on Marine Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ Agreement. Collectively\, these framewo rks reinforce the imperative of integrating environmental considerations i nto trade regulation and practice\, ensuring that international trade in s ustainable goods and services contributes to both ecological sustainabilit y and equitable human well-being.ObjectiveThis online training seeks to pr ovide participants with a better understanding of how recent and emerging multilateral trade and environment agreements\, negotiations\, and initiat ives interact in response to the triple environmental crises\, including c ontemporary and emerging challenges and opportunities\, and their implicat ions for market access and sustainable development\, with a focus on devel oping countries. More precisely\, this year\, the e-training will focus on :Climate change and trade policy: Using trade and trade policy to advance national climate plans\, including Nationally Determined Contributions (ND Cs) and climate action while maximizing GHG reduction effects and minimizi ng negative spillovers\, particularly in developing countries.Filling the gaps in a sustainable ocean economic governance: the content and implement ation of the WTO fisheries subsidies &\; selected trade and shipping as pects of United Nations BBNJ Agreements.Retake of plastic treaty negotiati ons (INC process)\, Basel\, Rotterdam and Stockholm (BRS) Conventions and regional processes: scaling up circularity in plastics\, non-plastic subst itutes\, including in special sectors such as fishing gear\, agriculture a nd textiles.Methodology and durationThe online training will consist of 2: 15 hour sessions delivered over 3 days.  Through expert-led discussions a nd interactive exchanges\, participants will strengthen their capacity to integrate environmental considerations into trade policy\, foster low-carb on\, sustainable\, and circular value chains that yield socio-economic ben efits\, and navigate the ratification and implementation of new multilater al agreements\, thereby enhancing their ability to integrate environmental considerations into their trade policy.AudienceThis course is targeted at policymakers\, trade negotiators\, officials from capital\, and academics involved in international trade and sustainable development. Registration is mandatory to attend this online training\, and a certificate of partic ipation will be awarded to those who attend at least two of the 2-hour ses sions.ModalitiesA unique zoom registration and link will be used for all s essions. Registration link to be added.Tentative agenda9 December 2025\, 3 –5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 1: Climate Change\, trade policy: advancing N DCs and climate action17 December\, 3–5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 2: Emerg ing ocean economic sectors and related governance18 December\, 3–5:15 p. m. (CET)\, Session 3: Plastic treaty negotiations and BRS Conventions proc esses and scaling up circularity in plasticsOnline event evaluationGuiding questions9 December 2025\, 3–5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 1: Climate Chang e\, trade policy: advancing NDCs and climate actionWhat were the main trad e-related outcomes of UNFCCC COP 30 in Belem\, Brazil?How can trade measur es be designed to support climate goals\, such as NDC implementation\, whi le minimizing negative spill-over effects on developing countries?What str ategies can promote green and blue value chains and foster low-carbon deve lopment across sectors and regions?In what ways can trade-related measures \, investment and sustainable finance tools contribute to climate action a nd enable climate-resilient trade\, particularly for MSMEs?  17 December\ , 3–5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 2: Emerging ocean economic sectors and rel ated governanceHow can the WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies and relate d international initiatives (e.g. WTO Fish Fund\, UNCTAD\, FAO\, OECD) ass ist in tackling Illegal Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing\, overfis hing\, and overcapacity\, while enabling the sustainable development of th e fisheries sector\, including small-scale fisheries?How can assessment\, data and analytical tools be used by countries to implement the WTO Subsid ies Agreement\, develop national ocean and fisheries trade profiles\, and identify opportunities for sustainable fisheries management?What are the m ain objectives\, obligations\, and implementation challenges of the UN Agr eement on Marine Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ)? What is the state of play in the BBNJ Preparatory Commission and how BBNJ’s ent ry into force might shape global ocean governance?How will the BBNJ Agreem ent impact trade-related aspects such as access and benefit-sharing of mar ine genetic resources\, and maritime supply chains?  18 December\, 3–5: 15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 3: Plastic treaty negotiations and BRS Conventions processes and scaling up circularity in plasticsHow can plastic trade be leveraged to improve alignment with the BRS Conventions and ensure the app ropriate management of chemicals of concern within the International Negot iations Committee (INC) process?What trade and economic opportunities—su ch as recycling markets or innovation incentives—could emerge from stron ger global controls on plastic waste and hazardous additives?Which circula r and bio-based substitutes show the greatest potential in agriculture\, f isheries\, and packaging\, and what barriers hinder their wider adoption?H ow can policies\, markets\, and investment accelerate the shift from synth etic materials to sustainable fibre or bio-based substitutes while ensurin g full life-cycle sustainability?https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_x-NTK eOkShaXsOGla_1ASQ#/registration"\; data-entity-type="\;external\n\ nView meeting on unctad.org\nhttps://unctad.org/meeting/e-training-course- emerging-issues-interplay-between-trade-and-sustainable-development DTSTAMP:20260706T181202Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:6a4beff20d544 DTSTART:20251216T140000Z SEQUENCE:0 TRANSP:OPAQUE DTEND:20251216T161500Z LOCATION:\, SUMMARY:E-training course: Emerging issues at the interplay between trade a nd sustainable development CLASS:PUBLIC DESCRIPTION:BackgroundThe interplay between international trade and the env ironmental and social dimensions of sustainable development has surged as a critical domain of analysis and governance within the multilateral tradi ng system. Policymakers\, institutions and stakeholders concerned with mar ket access\, competitiveness\, and the regulation of trade in goods and se rvices increasingly recognize that trade policy has both positive and nega tive direct and profound implications for environmental and social outcome s. The multilateral trading system continues to serve as a cornerstone in shaping the legal and institutional frameworks that govern international c ommerce\, thereby exerting significant influence on advancing the Sustaina ble Development Goals.Today\, there are more than 250 multilateral environ mental agreements (MEAs) in force globally. These agreements impose substa ntive obligations that affect both the modalities and volumes of internati onal production and trade. These MEAS increasingly embedded sustainability -related criteria\, including technical standards\, safety requirements\, and measures to safeguard human health and the environment. Simultaneously \, market dynamics are being reshaped by the growing demand f or sustainab le goods and services\, expressed not only by individual consumers but als o through public procurement frameworks and private-sector initiatives acr oss both advanced and developing economies.REGISTER HEREWe are facing a &q uot\;triple planetary crisis"\; of climate change\, biodiversity loss\ , and pollution. This crisis is compounded by heightened uncertainty stemm ing from shifting geopolitical dynamics\, economic volatility\, trade tens ions\, and disruptions. The transboundary and systemic nature of these cha llenges underscores a central reality: the pursuit of sustainable developm ent and environmental integrity cannot be achieved unilaterally. Instead\, such issues possess intrinsic global significance and require coordinated multilateral responses to be addressed effectively.In this context\, alig ning trade and environmental policy to capture socio-economic benefits is indispensable. Coordinated multilateral trade and economic policies are cr ucial for advancing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development\, particul arly Goals 12 on sustainable consumption and production\, 13 on climate ac tion\, and 14 on life below water. Furthermore\, these policies are instru mental in reinforcing the implementation of major international legal inst ruments\, including the Paris Agreement\, the WTO Fisheries Subsidies Agre ement (WTO FSA)\, and the United Nations Agreement on Marine Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ Agreement. Collectively\, these framewo rks reinforce the imperative of integrating environmental considerations i nto trade regulation and practice\, ensuring that international trade in s ustainable goods and services contributes to both ecological sustainabilit y and equitable human well-being.ObjectiveThis online training seeks to pr ovide participants with a better understanding of how recent and emerging multilateral trade and environment agreements\, negotiations\, and initiat ives interact in response to the triple environmental crises\, including c ontemporary and emerging challenges and opportunities\, and their implicat ions for market access and sustainable development\, with a focus on devel oping countries. More precisely\, this year\, the e-training will focus on :Climate change and trade policy: Using trade and trade policy to advance national climate plans\, including Nationally Determined Contributions (ND Cs) and climate action while maximizing GHG reduction effects and minimizi ng negative spillovers\, particularly in developing countries.Filling the gaps in a sustainable ocean economic governance: the content and implement ation of the WTO fisheries subsidies &\; selected trade and shipping as pects of United Nations BBNJ Agreements.Retake of plastic treaty negotiati ons (INC process)\, Basel\, Rotterdam and Stockholm (BRS) Conventions and regional processes: scaling up circularity in plastics\, non-plastic subst itutes\, including in special sectors such as fishing gear\, agriculture a nd textiles.Methodology and durationThe online training will consist of 2: 15 hour sessions delivered over 3 days.  Through expert-led discussions a nd interactive exchanges\, participants will strengthen their capacity to integrate environmental considerations into trade policy\, foster low-carb on\, sustainable\, and circular value chains that yield socio-economic ben efits\, and navigate the ratification and implementation of new multilater al agreements\, thereby enhancing their ability to integrate environmental considerations into their trade policy.AudienceThis course is targeted at policymakers\, trade negotiators\, officials from capital\, and academics involved in international trade and sustainable development. Registration is mandatory to attend this online training\, and a certificate of partic ipation will be awarded to those who attend at least two of the 2-hour ses sions.ModalitiesA unique zoom registration and link will be used for all s essions. Registration link to be added.Tentative agenda9 December 2025\, 3 –5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 1: Climate Change\, trade policy: advancing N DCs and climate action17 December\, 3–5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 2: Emerg ing ocean economic sectors and related governance18 December\, 3–5:15 p. m. (CET)\, Session 3: Plastic treaty negotiations and BRS Conventions proc esses and scaling up circularity in plasticsOnline event evaluationGuiding questions9 December 2025\, 3–5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 1: Climate Chang e\, trade policy: advancing NDCs and climate actionWhat were the main trad e-related outcomes of UNFCCC COP 30 in Belem\, Brazil?How can trade measur es be designed to support climate goals\, such as NDC implementation\, whi le minimizing negative spill-over effects on developing countries?What str ategies can promote green and blue value chains and foster low-carbon deve lopment across sectors and regions?In what ways can trade-related measures \, investment and sustainable finance tools contribute to climate action a nd enable climate-resilient trade\, particularly for MSMEs?  17 December\ , 3–5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 2: Emerging ocean economic sectors and rel ated governanceHow can the WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies and relate d international initiatives (e.g. WTO Fish Fund\, UNCTAD\, FAO\, OECD) ass ist in tackling Illegal Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing\, overfis hing\, and overcapacity\, while enabling the sustainable development of th e fisheries sector\, including small-scale fisheries?How can assessment\, data and analytical tools be used by countries to implement the WTO Subsid ies Agreement\, develop national ocean and fisheries trade profiles\, and identify opportunities for sustainable fisheries management?What are the m ain objectives\, obligations\, and implementation challenges of the UN Agr eement on Marine Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ)? What is the state of play in the BBNJ Preparatory Commission and how BBNJ’s ent ry into force might shape global ocean governance?How will the BBNJ Agreem ent impact trade-related aspects such as access and benefit-sharing of mar ine genetic resources\, and maritime supply chains?  18 December\, 3–5: 15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 3: Plastic treaty negotiations and BRS Conventions processes and scaling up circularity in plasticsHow can plastic trade be leveraged to improve alignment with the BRS Conventions and ensure the app ropriate management of chemicals of concern within the International Negot iations Committee (INC) process?What trade and economic opportunities—su ch as recycling markets or innovation incentives—could emerge from stron ger global controls on plastic waste and hazardous additives?Which circula r and bio-based substitutes show the greatest potential in agriculture\, f isheries\, and packaging\, and what barriers hinder their wider adoption?H ow can policies\, markets\, and investment accelerate the shift from synth etic materials to sustainable fibre or bio-based substitutes while ensurin g full life-cycle sustainability?https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_x-NTK eOkShaXsOGla_1ASQ#/registration"\; data-entity-type="\;external\n\ nView meeting on unctad.org\nhttps://unctad.org/meeting/e-training-course- emerging-issues-interplay-between-trade-and-sustainable-development DTSTAMP:20260706T181202Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:6a4beff20d54c DTSTART:20251217T140000Z SEQUENCE:0 TRANSP:OPAQUE DTEND:20251217T161500Z LOCATION:\, SUMMARY:E-training course: Emerging issues at the interplay between trade a nd sustainable development CLASS:PUBLIC DESCRIPTION:BackgroundThe interplay between international trade and the env ironmental and social dimensions of sustainable development has surged as a critical domain of analysis and governance within the multilateral tradi ng system. Policymakers\, institutions and stakeholders concerned with mar ket access\, competitiveness\, and the regulation of trade in goods and se rvices increasingly recognize that trade policy has both positive and nega tive direct and profound implications for environmental and social outcome s. The multilateral trading system continues to serve as a cornerstone in shaping the legal and institutional frameworks that govern international c ommerce\, thereby exerting significant influence on advancing the Sustaina ble Development Goals.Today\, there are more than 250 multilateral environ mental agreements (MEAs) in force globally. These agreements impose substa ntive obligations that affect both the modalities and volumes of internati onal production and trade. These MEAS increasingly embedded sustainability -related criteria\, including technical standards\, safety requirements\, and measures to safeguard human health and the environment. Simultaneously \, market dynamics are being reshaped by the growing demand f or sustainab le goods and services\, expressed not only by individual consumers but als o through public procurement frameworks and private-sector initiatives acr oss both advanced and developing economies.REGISTER HEREWe are facing a &q uot\;triple planetary crisis"\; of climate change\, biodiversity loss\ , and pollution. This crisis is compounded by heightened uncertainty stemm ing from shifting geopolitical dynamics\, economic volatility\, trade tens ions\, and disruptions. The transboundary and systemic nature of these cha llenges underscores a central reality: the pursuit of sustainable developm ent and environmental integrity cannot be achieved unilaterally. Instead\, such issues possess intrinsic global significance and require coordinated multilateral responses to be addressed effectively.In this context\, alig ning trade and environmental policy to capture socio-economic benefits is indispensable. Coordinated multilateral trade and economic policies are cr ucial for advancing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development\, particul arly Goals 12 on sustainable consumption and production\, 13 on climate ac tion\, and 14 on life below water. Furthermore\, these policies are instru mental in reinforcing the implementation of major international legal inst ruments\, including the Paris Agreement\, the WTO Fisheries Subsidies Agre ement (WTO FSA)\, and the United Nations Agreement on Marine Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ Agreement. Collectively\, these framewo rks reinforce the imperative of integrating environmental considerations i nto trade regulation and practice\, ensuring that international trade in s ustainable goods and services contributes to both ecological sustainabilit y and equitable human well-being.ObjectiveThis online training seeks to pr ovide participants with a better understanding of how recent and emerging multilateral trade and environment agreements\, negotiations\, and initiat ives interact in response to the triple environmental crises\, including c ontemporary and emerging challenges and opportunities\, and their implicat ions for market access and sustainable development\, with a focus on devel oping countries. More precisely\, this year\, the e-training will focus on :Climate change and trade policy: Using trade and trade policy to advance national climate plans\, including Nationally Determined Contributions (ND Cs) and climate action while maximizing GHG reduction effects and minimizi ng negative spillovers\, particularly in developing countries.Filling the gaps in a sustainable ocean economic governance: the content and implement ation of the WTO fisheries subsidies &\; selected trade and shipping as pects of United Nations BBNJ Agreements.Retake of plastic treaty negotiati ons (INC process)\, Basel\, Rotterdam and Stockholm (BRS) Conventions and regional processes: scaling up circularity in plastics\, non-plastic subst itutes\, including in special sectors such as fishing gear\, agriculture a nd textiles.Methodology and durationThe online training will consist of 2: 15 hour sessions delivered over 3 days.  Through expert-led discussions a nd interactive exchanges\, participants will strengthen their capacity to integrate environmental considerations into trade policy\, foster low-carb on\, sustainable\, and circular value chains that yield socio-economic ben efits\, and navigate the ratification and implementation of new multilater al agreements\, thereby enhancing their ability to integrate environmental considerations into their trade policy.AudienceThis course is targeted at policymakers\, trade negotiators\, officials from capital\, and academics involved in international trade and sustainable development. Registration is mandatory to attend this online training\, and a certificate of partic ipation will be awarded to those who attend at least two of the 2-hour ses sions.ModalitiesA unique zoom registration and link will be used for all s essions. Registration link to be added.Tentative agenda9 December 2025\, 3 –5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 1: Climate Change\, trade policy: advancing N DCs and climate action17 December\, 3–5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 2: Emerg ing ocean economic sectors and related governance18 December\, 3–5:15 p. m. (CET)\, Session 3: Plastic treaty negotiations and BRS Conventions proc esses and scaling up circularity in plasticsOnline event evaluationGuiding questions9 December 2025\, 3–5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 1: Climate Chang e\, trade policy: advancing NDCs and climate actionWhat were the main trad e-related outcomes of UNFCCC COP 30 in Belem\, Brazil?How can trade measur es be designed to support climate goals\, such as NDC implementation\, whi le minimizing negative spill-over effects on developing countries?What str ategies can promote green and blue value chains and foster low-carbon deve lopment across sectors and regions?In what ways can trade-related measures \, investment and sustainable finance tools contribute to climate action a nd enable climate-resilient trade\, particularly for MSMEs?  17 December\ , 3–5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 2: Emerging ocean economic sectors and rel ated governanceHow can the WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies and relate d international initiatives (e.g. WTO Fish Fund\, UNCTAD\, FAO\, OECD) ass ist in tackling Illegal Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing\, overfis hing\, and overcapacity\, while enabling the sustainable development of th e fisheries sector\, including small-scale fisheries?How can assessment\, data and analytical tools be used by countries to implement the WTO Subsid ies Agreement\, develop national ocean and fisheries trade profiles\, and identify opportunities for sustainable fisheries management?What are the m ain objectives\, obligations\, and implementation challenges of the UN Agr eement on Marine Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ)? What is the state of play in the BBNJ Preparatory Commission and how BBNJ’s ent ry into force might shape global ocean governance?How will the BBNJ Agreem ent impact trade-related aspects such as access and benefit-sharing of mar ine genetic resources\, and maritime supply chains?  18 December\, 3–5: 15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 3: Plastic treaty negotiations and BRS Conventions processes and scaling up circularity in plasticsHow can plastic trade be leveraged to improve alignment with the BRS Conventions and ensure the app ropriate management of chemicals of concern within the International Negot iations Committee (INC) process?What trade and economic opportunities—su ch as recycling markets or innovation incentives—could emerge from stron ger global controls on plastic waste and hazardous additives?Which circula r and bio-based substitutes show the greatest potential in agriculture\, f isheries\, and packaging\, and what barriers hinder their wider adoption?H ow can policies\, markets\, and investment accelerate the shift from synth etic materials to sustainable fibre or bio-based substitutes while ensurin g full life-cycle sustainability?https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_x-NTK eOkShaXsOGla_1ASQ#/registration"\; data-entity-type="\;external\n\ nView meeting on unctad.org\nhttps://unctad.org/meeting/e-training-course- emerging-issues-interplay-between-trade-and-sustainable-development DTSTAMP:20260706T181202Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:6a4beff20d554 DTSTART:20251218T140000Z SEQUENCE:0 TRANSP:OPAQUE DTEND:20251218T161500Z LOCATION:\, SUMMARY:E-training course: Emerging issues at the interplay between trade a nd sustainable development CLASS:PUBLIC DESCRIPTION:BackgroundThe interplay between international trade and the env ironmental and social dimensions of sustainable development has surged as a critical domain of analysis and governance within the multilateral tradi ng system. Policymakers\, institutions and stakeholders concerned with mar ket access\, competitiveness\, and the regulation of trade in goods and se rvices increasingly recognize that trade policy has both positive and nega tive direct and profound implications for environmental and social outcome s. The multilateral trading system continues to serve as a cornerstone in shaping the legal and institutional frameworks that govern international c ommerce\, thereby exerting significant influence on advancing the Sustaina ble Development Goals.Today\, there are more than 250 multilateral environ mental agreements (MEAs) in force globally. These agreements impose substa ntive obligations that affect both the modalities and volumes of internati onal production and trade. These MEAS increasingly embedded sustainability -related criteria\, including technical standards\, safety requirements\, and measures to safeguard human health and the environment. Simultaneously \, market dynamics are being reshaped by the growing demand f or sustainab le goods and services\, expressed not only by individual consumers but als o through public procurement frameworks and private-sector initiatives acr oss both advanced and developing economies.REGISTER HEREWe are facing a &q uot\;triple planetary crisis"\; of climate change\, biodiversity loss\ , and pollution. This crisis is compounded by heightened uncertainty stemm ing from shifting geopolitical dynamics\, economic volatility\, trade tens ions\, and disruptions. The transboundary and systemic nature of these cha llenges underscores a central reality: the pursuit of sustainable developm ent and environmental integrity cannot be achieved unilaterally. Instead\, such issues possess intrinsic global significance and require coordinated multilateral responses to be addressed effectively.In this context\, alig ning trade and environmental policy to capture socio-economic benefits is indispensable. Coordinated multilateral trade and economic policies are cr ucial for advancing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development\, particul arly Goals 12 on sustainable consumption and production\, 13 on climate ac tion\, and 14 on life below water. Furthermore\, these policies are instru mental in reinforcing the implementation of major international legal inst ruments\, including the Paris Agreement\, the WTO Fisheries Subsidies Agre ement (WTO FSA)\, and the United Nations Agreement on Marine Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ Agreement. Collectively\, these framewo rks reinforce the imperative of integrating environmental considerations i nto trade regulation and practice\, ensuring that international trade in s ustainable goods and services contributes to both ecological sustainabilit y and equitable human well-being.ObjectiveThis online training seeks to pr ovide participants with a better understanding of how recent and emerging multilateral trade and environment agreements\, negotiations\, and initiat ives interact in response to the triple environmental crises\, including c ontemporary and emerging challenges and opportunities\, and their implicat ions for market access and sustainable development\, with a focus on devel oping countries. More precisely\, this year\, the e-training will focus on :Climate change and trade policy: Using trade and trade policy to advance national climate plans\, including Nationally Determined Contributions (ND Cs) and climate action while maximizing GHG reduction effects and minimizi ng negative spillovers\, particularly in developing countries.Filling the gaps in a sustainable ocean economic governance: the content and implement ation of the WTO fisheries subsidies &\; selected trade and shipping as pects of United Nations BBNJ Agreements.Retake of plastic treaty negotiati ons (INC process)\, Basel\, Rotterdam and Stockholm (BRS) Conventions and regional processes: scaling up circularity in plastics\, non-plastic subst itutes\, including in special sectors such as fishing gear\, agriculture a nd textiles.Methodology and durationThe online training will consist of 2: 15 hour sessions delivered over 3 days.  Through expert-led discussions a nd interactive exchanges\, participants will strengthen their capacity to integrate environmental considerations into trade policy\, foster low-carb on\, sustainable\, and circular value chains that yield socio-economic ben efits\, and navigate the ratification and implementation of new multilater al agreements\, thereby enhancing their ability to integrate environmental considerations into their trade policy.AudienceThis course is targeted at policymakers\, trade negotiators\, officials from capital\, and academics involved in international trade and sustainable development. Registration is mandatory to attend this online training\, and a certificate of partic ipation will be awarded to those who attend at least two of the 2-hour ses sions.ModalitiesA unique zoom registration and link will be used for all s essions. Registration link to be added.Tentative agenda9 December 2025\, 3 –5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 1: Climate Change\, trade policy: advancing N DCs and climate action17 December\, 3–5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 2: Emerg ing ocean economic sectors and related governance18 December\, 3–5:15 p. m. (CET)\, Session 3: Plastic treaty negotiations and BRS Conventions proc esses and scaling up circularity in plasticsOnline event evaluationGuiding questions9 December 2025\, 3–5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 1: Climate Chang e\, trade policy: advancing NDCs and climate actionWhat were the main trad e-related outcomes of UNFCCC COP 30 in Belem\, Brazil?How can trade measur es be designed to support climate goals\, such as NDC implementation\, whi le minimizing negative spill-over effects on developing countries?What str ategies can promote green and blue value chains and foster low-carbon deve lopment across sectors and regions?In what ways can trade-related measures \, investment and sustainable finance tools contribute to climate action a nd enable climate-resilient trade\, particularly for MSMEs?  17 December\ , 3–5:15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 2: Emerging ocean economic sectors and rel ated governanceHow can the WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies and relate d international initiatives (e.g. WTO Fish Fund\, UNCTAD\, FAO\, OECD) ass ist in tackling Illegal Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing\, overfis hing\, and overcapacity\, while enabling the sustainable development of th e fisheries sector\, including small-scale fisheries?How can assessment\, data and analytical tools be used by countries to implement the WTO Subsid ies Agreement\, develop national ocean and fisheries trade profiles\, and identify opportunities for sustainable fisheries management?What are the m ain objectives\, obligations\, and implementation challenges of the UN Agr eement on Marine Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ)? What is the state of play in the BBNJ Preparatory Commission and how BBNJ’s ent ry into force might shape global ocean governance?How will the BBNJ Agreem ent impact trade-related aspects such as access and benefit-sharing of mar ine genetic resources\, and maritime supply chains?  18 December\, 3–5: 15 p.m. (CET)\, Session 3: Plastic treaty negotiations and BRS Conventions processes and scaling up circularity in plasticsHow can plastic trade be leveraged to improve alignment with the BRS Conventions and ensure the app ropriate management of chemicals of concern within the International Negot iations Committee (INC) process?What trade and economic opportunities—su ch as recycling markets or innovation incentives—could emerge from stron ger global controls on plastic waste and hazardous additives?Which circula r and bio-based substitutes show the greatest potential in agriculture\, f isheries\, and packaging\, and what barriers hinder their wider adoption?H ow can policies\, markets\, and investment accelerate the shift from synth etic materials to sustainable fibre or bio-based substitutes while ensurin g full life-cycle sustainability?https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_x-NTK eOkShaXsOGla_1ASQ#/registration"\; data-entity-type="\;external\n\ nView meeting on unctad.org\nhttps://unctad.org/meeting/e-training-course- emerging-issues-interplay-between-trade-and-sustainable-development DTSTAMP:20260706T181202Z END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR