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A few developing countries overperform on frontier technologies, but most lag behind

A few developing countries overperform on frontier technologies, but most lag behind

25 Feb 2021
Although many low and middle-income economies are the least prepared for the new technological wave, some are punching above their weight, and a new UNCTAD report shines a light on the overperformers.
Emerging technologies can foster an inclusive COVID-19 recovery

Emerging technologies can foster an inclusive COVID-19 recovery

25 Feb 2021
UNCTAD’s Technology and Innovation Report 2021 warns, however, of serious implications for development objectives if poor communities are overwhelmed or left behind by the new technological wave.
UNCTAD updates principles to promote biodiversity-friendly trade

UNCTAD updates principles to promote biodiversity-friendly trade

18 Jan 2021
Guidelines to help governments, companies and consumers benefit from sustainable trade in precious plants and animals now include elements such as climate resilience and marine biodiversity.
Calibrating technology to tackle sustainable development challenges in Africa

Calibrating technology to tackle sustainable development challenges in Africa

11 Dec 2020
Science, technology, and innovation set to boost post COVID-19 recovery as the continent seeks to tap its energy and agricultural sectors as tools for development and growth with UNCTAD’s help.
How biodiversity-friendly trade can support COVID-19 recovery

How biodiversity-friendly trade can support COVID-19 recovery

19 Oct 2020
A new call to action urges countries to make BioTrade a lever for recovery and resilience in the wake of the pandemic.
Blue BioTrade project set to improve fortunes in the eastern Caribbean

Blue BioTrade project set to improve fortunes in the eastern Caribbean

13 Oct 2020
The project is a point of convergence for conservation and sustainable use of marine resources, and a driver for a blue and green recovery from COVID-19.
Warning lights are flashing for the ocean now - let’s chart a new course

Warning lights are flashing for the ocean now - let’s chart a new course

22 Sep 2020
Written by Dona Bertarelli, UNCTAD Special Adviser for the Blue Economy
Innovation, technology and data boost our power to help the most vulnerable

Innovation, technology and data boost our power to help the most vulnerable

29 Jun 2020
Written by David Beasley, World Food Programme Executive Director  
Space and the profusion of data – the new development frontier?

Space and the profusion of data – the new development frontier?

10 Jun 2020
Written byShamika N. Sirimanne, Director of UNCTAD’s Division on Technology and Logistics
Environmental impacts of coronavirus crisis, challenges ahead

Environmental impacts of coronavirus crisis, challenges ahead

20 Apr 2020
Written by Robert Hamwey, UNCTAD Economic Affairs Officer