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We help developing countries benefit from the global economy more fairly and effectively, providing data and analysis, facilitating consensus-building and offering technical assistance on issues related to trade and development.
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Pedro Manuel Moreno
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Building more diverse and resilient economies
10 Jun 2024
Dependence on a few commodities or sectors leaves countries highly vulnerable to price volatility and global shocks. Diversification is key to building more sustainable and resilient economies.
Aid to small islands falls even as temperatures rise
28 May 2024
Exposed to sea level rise and extreme weather events, these islands are in dire need of the right financial support to survive climate change.
Development aid hits record high but falls for developing countries
11 Apr 2024
Despite reaching historical levels in 2022, Official Development Assistance decreased by 2% ($4 billion) for developing regions, affecting over 70 countries and almost 3 billion people.
Poverty, debt and climate risks: UNCTAD deputy urges stronger support for middle-income countries
8 Feb 2024
These nations, home to about 62% of the world’s poor, grapple with critical challenges and lack necessary support, particularly in access to finance.
Bhutan exits UN list of least developed countries
13 Dec 2023
The pivotal move is a nod from the global community to Bhutan’s achievements in reducing poverty and realizing sustainable development over the past five decades.
COP28: First-ever ‘Trade Day’ puts focus on trade in climate action
4 Dec 2023
Global leaders at the UN climate summit outline a roadmap of trade policy options for a just and ambitious response to climate change.
UNCTAD provides pivotal support to UN Economic and Financial Committee
24 Nov 2023
The organization led the preparation of five UN Secretary-General reports and seven draft resolutions adopted during the 78th session of the UN Second Committee.
The global minimum tax spurs need for faster investment agreement reforms
23 Nov 2023
A UNCTAD report highlights the interplay between efforts to tackle tax avoidance and protect investment, calling for accelerated reforms to align investment agreements with new global tax rules.
COP28: UNCTAD and partners to show how trade can advance pro-development climate goals
26 Oct 2023
For the first time at the annual climate summit, international organizations will spotlight policy options for developing countries to capture emerging trade opportunities while adapting to climate change.
Digitally deliverable services boom risks leaving least developed countries behind
28 Sep 2023
UNCTAD steps up advocacy for global support to help vulnerable economies leverage digital trade for inclusive and sustainable development.
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