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Regulation rising as financial markets tackle climate risks

Regulation rising as financial markets tackle climate risks

9 Jun 2022
An UNCTAD report shows that adoption of policy measures and regulations dedicated to sustainable finance accelerated in 2021.
Promoting sustainable fisheries trade in Eastern Caribbean

Promoting sustainable fisheries trade in Eastern Caribbean

7 Jun 2022
Countries aim to protect the iconic queen conch, build a sustainable ocean economy and provide tangible benefits to people working in the region’s seafood value chains.
Climate finance for SIDS is shockingly low: Why this needs to change

Climate finance for SIDS is shockingly low: Why this needs to change

24 May 2022
By Paul Akiwumi, Director for Africa and Least Developed Countries, UNCTAD
Study shows COVID-19 effects on trade in biodiversity products

Study shows COVID-19 effects on trade in biodiversity products

18 May 2022
The pandemic has posed challenges but also created opportunities for workers and businesses producing and selling biodiversity-based goods and services.
Circular economy can help stem biodiversity loss

Circular economy can help stem biodiversity loss

19 Apr 2022
By Kweku Attafuah-Wadee, Lalen Lleander and Henrique Pacini, UNCTAD Economists
In pursuit of an inclusive energy transition

In pursuit of an inclusive energy transition

11 Apr 2022
By Claudia Contreras, Jeanelle Clarke, Carlos Razo, UNCTAD Economists
Four key challenges facing least developed countries

Four key challenges facing least developed countries

4 Apr 2022
The world’s poorest nations face many obstacles, including soaring debt, export marginalization, energy poverty and climate vulnerability.
Financing a global climate plan

Financing a global climate plan

8 Nov 2021
By Rebeca Grynspan, UNCTAD Secretary-General
World’s top investment forum pitches sustainable investing as crucial for COVID-19 recovery

World’s top investment forum pitches sustainable investing as crucial for COVID-19 recovery

22 Oct 2021
For developing countries in particular, initiatives to promote new investments in industry can complement COVID-19 recovery efforts and produce structural changes.
Reignite investment in developing countries for a sustainable COVID-19 recovery, leaders say

Reignite investment in developing countries for a sustainable COVID-19 recovery, leaders say

22 Oct 2021
Public and private investors urged to invest in a green, inclusive, resilient and sustainable future for all.