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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

18 Jan 2023
The country’s ministry of foreign affairs, trade and development cooperation will provide the funds during the period 2023–2026
Empowering women entrepreneurs in the digital economy

Empowering women entrepreneurs in the digital economy

8 Dec 2022
A new UNCTAD report outlines ways to accelerate a more gender-equal digital economy for women’s economic and social empowerment.
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

8 Dec 2022
Following the first World Trade Congress on Gender, Mr. Moreno discusses how trade policy could make crisis response and recovery more inclusive.
UNCTAD names new advocates for women in e-commerce

UNCTAD names new advocates for women in e-commerce

27 Jun 2022
The five advocates are successful women entrepreneurs and pioneers in the digital economy.
UNCTAD partners with DHL to empower women in e-commerce

UNCTAD partners with DHL to empower women in e-commerce

29 Apr 2022
The partnership will help improve women digital entrepreneurs' skills and ease their access to global trade.
Entrepreneur helps women 'go digital' in Middle East

Entrepreneur helps women 'go digital' in Middle East

28 Apr 2022
Mona Ataya, a Palestinian-Lebanese entrepreneur who runs the largest online marketplace for women in the region, is one of UNCTAD's six eTrade for Women advocates.
Indonesian entrepreneur uses e-commerce to create inclusive opportunities

Indonesian entrepreneur uses e-commerce to create inclusive opportunities

27 Apr 2022
UNCTAD eTrade for Women advocate taps into digital tools to grow her food business and build a connection between farmers and consumers.
How to create more opportunities for women in trade

How to create more opportunities for women in trade

8 Mar 2022
As the world marks International Women's Day on 8 March, six women at UNCTAD outline what's needed for more women to play a leading role in trade.
Central African borders: A danger zone for women traders

Central African borders: A danger zone for women traders

2 Mar 2022
Written by: Alexandre Larouche-Maltais, Article No. 82 [UNCTAD Transport and Trade Facilitation Newsletter N°93 - First Quarter 2022]
Course alumna wins essay competition on trade and gender

Course alumna wins essay competition on trade and gender

2 Oct 2021
Participants from around the world submitted essays on the nexus between trade and gender, as part of an UNCTAD capacity-building initiative.