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Digital platforms connect artists, artisans, musicians, and filmmakers with a global audience — driving growth in emerging economies.

By Paul Akiwumi, Director for Africa and Least Developed Countries, UNCTAD

By Rolf Traeger, Chief, Least Developed Countries Section, UNCTAD

By Marisa Henderson, Chief, Creative Economy Programme, and Amy Shelver, Public Information Officer, UNCTAD

Without better state capacity – ability to accomplish policy goals – the world’s poorest countries will remain on the margins of the global economy.

The Global Commodities Forum 2021 tackles the many facets of commodity dependence and the vulnerabilities of countries whose economies rely on primary goods exports.

Heavy dependence on commodities has increased globally, leaving about two-thirds of developing countries vulnerable to economic shocks such as sharp commodity price fluctuations.

By Paul Akiwumi, Director for Africa and Least Developed Countries, UNCTAD

Between the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and mid-2021, commodity prices increased across the region, with varied impacts on countries.

Egypt needs to update its policy approach to economic transformation to fully benefit from the African Continental Free Trade Area.