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Netherlands commits $10 million for UNCTAD’s work on digital economy, business and investment facilitation

Netherlands commits $10 million for UNCTAD’s work on digital economy, business and investment facilitation

The country’s ministry of foreign affairs, trade and development cooperation will provide the funds during the period 2023–2026

Iraq: Online portal opens doors for women in business

Iraq: Online portal opens doors for women in business

The country’s online system is making it easier for women entrepreneurs to access the benefits of registering their company with the government.

Hemp’s versatility and sustainability offer huge opportunities for developing countries

Hemp’s versatility and sustainability offer huge opportunities for developing countries

A new UNCTAD report examines the plant’s economic, environmental and social potential

Making trade work better for women after crises: A Q&A with UNCTAD deputy Pedro Manuel Moreno

Making trade work better for women after crises: A Q&A with UNCTAD deputy Pedro Manuel Moreno

Following the first World Trade Congress on Gender, Mr. Moreno discusses how trade policy could make crisis response and recovery more inclusive.

Promoting sustainable trade as a safety net for marine wildlife

Promoting sustainable trade as a safety net for marine wildlife

UNCTAD and its partners promote trade in line with environmental, social and economic sustainability criteria as a nature-based solution to the biodiversity crisis.

Women entrepreneurs share their climb to success

Women entrepreneurs share their climb to success

A new UNCTAD publication looks at what it takes to make women-led businesses thrive in challenging times.

UNCTAD and WIPO partner to support women-led digital enterprises

UNCTAD and WIPO partner to support women-led digital enterprises

The partnership will empower women digital entrepreneurs to use intellectual property tools to protect their brands.

UN agencies at COP27 urge action to tackle impact of plastic on climate

UN agencies at COP27 urge action to tackle impact of plastic on climate

Plastic waste has become a key driver of pollution across the world, overwhelming marine, terrestrial and aerial ecosystems.

New UNCTAD tool tracks global trade in biodiversity products

New UNCTAD tool tracks global trade in biodiversity products

The database will enable policymakers and other stakeholders to accelerate progress towards combating biodiversity loss, which has put 1 million species at risk of extinction.

Training opens new horizons for women in ports

Training opens new horizons for women in ports

UNCTAD's TrainForTrade port management programme increases women's participation in leadership roles in ports, promoting gender equality in the industry.