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Netherlands commits $10 million for UNCTAD’s work on digital economy, business and investment facilitation

Netherlands commits $10 million for UNCTAD’s work on digital economy, business and investment facilitation

18 Jan 2023
The country’s ministry of foreign affairs, trade and development cooperation will provide the funds during the period 2023–2026
Year in review: Top 10 UNCTAD stories of 2022

Year in review: Top 10 UNCTAD stories of 2022

29 Dec 2022
From the ups and downs of global trade and investment to the risks of cryptocurrencies for developing countries, these are the most-read stories of the year.
Empowering women entrepreneurs in the digital economy

Empowering women entrepreneurs in the digital economy

8 Dec 2022
A new UNCTAD report outlines ways to accelerate a more gender-equal digital economy for women’s economic and social empowerment.
Supporting countries to measure the digital economy for development

Supporting countries to measure the digital economy for development

2 Dec 2022
The booming digital economy has heightened the need for new data and measurement tools to strengthen evidence-based policymaking.
5 things to know about eTrade readiness assessments

5 things to know about eTrade readiness assessments

21 Nov 2022
Through the assessments, UNCTAD helps developing countries harness the evolving digital economy for inclusive development.
UNCTAD assessment set to boost digital economy in Peru

UNCTAD assessment set to boost digital economy in Peru

17 Oct 2022
The eTrade readiness assessment underway in Peru will help accelerate digital transformation and e-commerce development efforts.
UNCTAD supports Solomon Islands to develop a national e-commerce strategy

UNCTAD supports Solomon Islands to develop a national e-commerce strategy

24 Aug 2022
The five-year strategy provides a vision and roadmap for the development of e-commerce and the digital economy in the country.
Fostering the digital economy in small island developing states

Fostering the digital economy in small island developing states

4 Aug 2022
The application of digital technologies in international trade can contribute to the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals.
UNCTAD data highlights need to strengthen business ICT statistics

UNCTAD data highlights need to strengthen business ICT statistics

21 Jul 2022
Countries without these statistics face barriers in implementing the policies needed to support businesses in adapting to and benefiting from digital tools and technologies.
UNCTAD names new advocates for women in e-commerce

UNCTAD names new advocates for women in e-commerce

27 Jun 2022
The five advocates are successful women entrepreneurs and pioneers in the digital economy.