Science and Technology

Nearly 20 years on, the summit continues to bring to life the UN’s vision of a digital economy that fosters development.

An UNCTAD-Thailand partnership empowers women researchers and entrepreneurs in developing countries to spearhead efforts towards greener, more inclusive economies.

For a world of 8 billion to secure global food systems amid a changing climate, science, technology and innovation need to play a bigger role, especially in developing countries.

An UNCTAD-backed programme helps countries in the global South harness science, technology and innovation to boost crop yields and farming resilience.

UNCTAD supports efforts to expand family farmers’ access to innovative technologies to boost livelihoods and fight global hunger.

The two organizations will train women researchers and entrepreneurs on how to harness the power of science, technology and innovation to drive more sustainable and inclusive growth.

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

UNCTAD explores how developing countries can leverage green, innovative technologies to grow their economies while fighting climate change.

UNCTAD examines how to use new technologies to improve existing systems and get safe water and sanitation to all.

Written by Professor Karen Scrivener, Professor at Ecole polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), Switzerland