Goal 13 Climate Action

Harnessing minerals critical for a just and equitable transition to renewable energy requires new approaches with people and the planet at their core. But how?

Secretary-General Rebeca Grynspan spoke on the global economic outlook, climate finance, capital flows and multilateral development bank reform.

A global shift towards circularity focusing on responsible production and consumption is crucial to making the digital economy an empowering force for people and the planet.

Trade and foreign affairs ministers and experts tackled emerging challenges in a complex, multipolar global economy, advocating for renewed multilateralism built on solidarity and equality.

Developing economies have increased their share of world trade, becoming key players in global value chains. But rising emissions, persistent commodity dependence and growing public debt require urgent attention.

Marking the organization’s 60th anniversary, António Guterres praised UN Trade and Development's new, forward-looking agenda and renewed commitment to amplifying advocacy for developing countries.

Trade is an underutilized tool in climate action. Better aligning trade policies with environmental and climate goals is key to creating better opportunities for all.

Efforts to decarbonize global shipping while promoting investments and digital solutions will be key to enhancing supply chain resilience for small island developing states.

Supported by UN Trade and Development, main ports across the country step up efforts to bolster trade, competitiveness and sustainability.