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COVID-19 recovery a chance to remake society for a better future

COVID-19 recovery a chance to remake society for a better future

24 Jun 2022
UNCTAD reflects on the past two years of the pandemic to derive valuable lessons for the future.
How marine bioprospecting can spur development in small island states

How marine bioprospecting can spur development in small island states

23 Jun 2022
By Paul Akiwumi, Director for Africa and Least Developed Countries, UNCTAD
Creative industry 4.0 offers vast opportunities for developing countries

Creative industry 4.0 offers vast opportunities for developing countries

21 Apr 2022
A new UNCTAD report provides policy options for developing countries to harness new technological trends for their creative economies.
Circular economy can help stem biodiversity loss

Circular economy can help stem biodiversity loss

19 Apr 2022
By Kweku Attafuah-Wadee, Lalen Lleander and Henrique Pacini, UNCTAD Economists
Four key challenges facing least developed countries

Four key challenges facing least developed countries

4 Apr 2022
The world’s poorest nations face many obstacles, including soaring debt, export marginalization, energy poverty and climate vulnerability.
Transport connectivity key to enhancing productive capacities in landlocked developing countries

Transport connectivity key to enhancing productive capacities in landlocked developing countries

18 Mar 2022
By Paul Akiwumi, Director for Africa and Least Developed Countries, UNCTAD
Ukraine war’s impact on trade and development

Ukraine war’s impact on trade and development

16 Mar 2022
UNCTAD’s rapid assessment of the war’s impact on trade and development shows a rapidly worsening outlook for the world economy, with the situation especially alarming for African and least developed countries.
Bridging transport connectivity divides crucial to enhance productive capacities in landlocked developing countries

Bridging transport connectivity divides crucial to enhance productive capacities in landlocked developing countries

15 Mar 2022
Written by: By Paul Akiwumi, Article No. 86 [UNCTAD Transport and Trade Facilitation Newsletter N°93 - First Quarter 2022]
Strengthening garment industry vital for least developed countries in Asia graduating from category

Strengthening garment industry vital for least developed countries in Asia graduating from category

3 Feb 2022
Graduation presents an opportunity for the countries to develop strategies that can position the textile and clothing sector higher up the global value chain.
The creative economy takes center stage

The creative economy takes center stage

10 Dec 2021
Digital platforms connect artists, artisans, musicians, and filmmakers with a global audience — driving growth in emerging economies.