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5 things to know about eTrade readiness assessments
21 Nov 2022
Through the assessments, UNCTAD helps developing countries harness the evolving digital economy for inclusive development.
Why more countries should adopt digitalization to curb illicit trade in endangered species
14 Nov 2022
By Ivonne Higuero, Secretary-General of CITES and Shamika N Sirimanne, Director of Division on Technology and Logistics, UNCTAD
UNCTAD customs automation programme to bolster trade for Tajikistan
6 Oct 2022
ASYCUDA will help Tajikistan modernize its customs service and build a more enabling trading environment.
UNCTAD and World Customs Organization enhance cooperation
5 Oct 2022
The two entities have strengthened their existing collaboration to promote digitalization, facilitate trade and improve customs control worldwide.
How digital connectivity facilitates inclusive global trade
6 Sep 2022
New report shows how UNCTAD’s customs automation programme, ASYCUDA, helps developing nations increase customs revenues while reducing the time and cost of trade.
Vanuatu shows how to reduce emissions through trade facilitation
25 May 2022
By Shamika Sirimanne (UNCTAD) and Ratnakar Adhikari (EIF and WTO)
Understanding the complexity of trade facilitation reforms: the UNCTAD Trade Facilitation Agreement Implementation Score
15 Mar 2022
Written by: Arántzazu Sánchez Belastegui and Lazar Ristic, Article No. 87 [UNCTAD Transport and Trade Facilitation Newsletter N°93 - First Quarter 2022]