Goal 08 Decent Work and Economic Growth

UNCTAD sets out the policy actions needed for more people in the region to benefit from digital technologies.

Stronger fiscal measures are needed to resuscitate the global economy and support the development agenda.

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

By Shamika N. Sirimanne, Director of UNCTAD’s Division on Technology and Logistics

Amid cascading crises and inequalities, developing countries face major challenges with a complex creditor base as borrowing burdens increase and risks of debt distress grow.

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

But more data and innovative and multidisciplinary policy responses are needed to enhance the development impacts of creative industries, especially in developing countries.

Cotton is a fibre like no other, helping alleviate poverty in some least developed countries and providing employment to millions of people across the globe.

ASYCUDA will help Tajikistan modernize its customs service and build a more enabling trading environment.

A multi-agency programme strengthens the capacity of investment promotion agencies to increase sustainable investment in least developed countries.