Investment
We help countries attract foreign direct investment into areas where needs are greatest, to ensure prosperity for all.
Investment
We help countries attract foreign direct investment into areas where needs are greatest, to ensure prosperity for all.
Eastern and Southern Africa: Foreign investment surged to record highs
The region attracted a record $65 billion in foreign investment in 2024. To keep up the momentum, more efforts are needed for economic integration, diversification and resilience.
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- Investment Policy
- Investment statistics and trends
- International Investment Agreements (IIAs)
- Investment Promotion and Facilitation
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- The Global Sustainable Finance Observatory
Promotes sustainability in global finance through stakeholder engagement.
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1 December 2025
Capacity building workshop on key issues in international investment policymaking for BRICS countries
online21 October 2025
UNCTAD16 ministerial roundtable: Strategic priorities and emerging directions for investment and entrepreneurship policy
Geneva, Switzerland2 October 2025
World Investment Report 2025: EAEU in the spotlight
Online7 – 8 September 2025
Future Investment Conference 2025
Xiamen, China3 September 2025
Webinar on enhancing sustainable investment flows in Africa: opportunities and challenges of investment facilitation through international agreements
Online21 August 2025
Africa launch of the World Investment Report 2025
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