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Coronavirus: Let's not forget the world's poorest countries
27 Apr 2020
Written by Paul Akiwumi, Director of UNCTAD's Division for Africa and Least Developed Countries
COVID-19 is a matter of life and debt, global deal needed
23 Apr 2020
The coronavirus pandemic hits developing countries at a time when they have already been struggling with unsustainable debt burdens for many years, as well as with rising health needs. UNCTAD calls for $1 trillion in debt relief.
Africa needs a Marshall plan to ride out Covid-19 crisis; prepare for uncertain times
16 Apr 2020
Written byDr. Mukhisa Kituyi, Secretary-General of UNCTAD
Barbados bets on tuna to boost the value of fish exports
2 Apr 2020
The island’s fishing sector players and United Nations organizations draw up a plan to increase the value and sustainability of tuna exports.
Global investment flows flat in 2019, moderate increase expected in 2020
20 Jan 2020
Foreign direct investment fell slightly from US$1.41 trillion in 2018 to $1.39 trillion in 2019. Flows to developed countries decreased by 6%, while those to developing economies were unchanged.
Online tool to remove trade barriers in Africa goes live
17 Jan 2020
The tool, developed by UNCTAD and the African Union, will help make trade on the continent easier and less costly.
Belize seeks to diversify, add value to seafood exports
13 Dec 2019
UNCTAD helps craft a strategy to reduce the country's reliance on basic fishery commodities and move up the value chain.
Special Investment Policy Monitor indicates that cases where governments rejected foreign investment for national security reason have gained prominence
3 Dec 2019
Distinct FDI screening procedures for national security purposes have become an important investment policy tool in recent years, particularly in developed and emerging economies, reflecting rising political concerns in this area.
Soaring debt burden threatens global goals, experts warn
21 Nov 2019
Concerted and urgent multilateral action is needed to release developing countries from current debt traps.
Costa Rica on course for a vibrant and inclusive blue economy
1 Nov 2019
Country seeks to optimize the potential of a sustainable wild capture fisheries sector.
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