Digital Economy

In an increasingly digitalized world, digital identities can foster economic and social empowerment in many far-flung places across the globe.

The global event offers a unique platform for governments, businesses, civil society and international organizations to work together to shape a better digital future for all.

With support from UNCTAD, the Economic Community of West African States has developed a regional e-commerce strategy to diversify economies and create jobs.

The two women entrepreneurs will add to UNCTAD’s efforts to raise visibility for women e-traders at the policy table and shape a more gender-inclusive digital space.

An UNCTAD assessment shows the country has made progress in laying the foundations of a solid digital ecosystem and charts a path to overcome the challenges ahead.

UNCTAD supports Rwanda to develop a strategy to ease digital trade and make progress towards leaving the group of least developed countries.

The event will be held in Geneva from 4 to 8 December to explore the key trends, opportunities and challenges that will shape the future of the digital economy.

Stronger international cooperation on data governance and capacity-building can help bridge data and digital divides.

The UN Trade Forum 2023 will highlight how developing countries can use trade to tackle global challenges including protecting the ocean, reducing digital and gender inequalities, and building more resilient economies.

Experts at an UNCTAD event outline how to enable women to benefit more from the digital revolution and enhance their participation in trade.