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Participants are using the new information and knowledge gained to improve their research on trade barriers and help governments devise better policies.

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.

A new call to action urges countries to make BioTrade a lever for recovery and resilience in the wake of the pandemic.

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.

Over 150 officials complete an UNCTAD online course delivered as part of efforts to help developing countries tackle the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic.

Wtitten by Pamela Coke-Hamilton, Director, and Ralf Peters Chief, Trade Information Section, Division on International Trade and Commodities

Written by Robert Hamwey, UNCTAD Economic Affairs Officer

Design and run a digital campaign on the benefits of an online mechanism developed by UNCTAD and the African Union to remove non-tariff barriers to trade in Africa.

On the flipside, exports from developing countries to the UK could rise 4% following Brexit, says new UNCTAD study, entitled "Brexit Beyond Tariffs: The role of non-tariff measures and the impact on developing countries".

UNCTAD coordinates activities to link trade with the sustainable use of biodiversity and maximize benefits.