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UNCTAD Handbook of Statistics 2012 shows growing Economic influence of developing countries
… countries have steadily increased their contribution to world exports over the last decade, the Handbook shows. In … has occurred in the field of ship construction, the report indicates. In 2010-2011, ships and floating structures … statistical publication covers international trade flows, investment, commodity prices, maritime transport, and other …
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How COVID-19 exposed music industry fault lines and what can be done
… of the entertainment part of this was delivered by the world’s creatives and performers. When the music hits you, … and a global audience. But even getting streamed requires investment and access that many emerging and unknown artists … mention all the venues and the staff they employ. A July report by the International Dance Music Summit on the impact …
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Poverty trap leaves least developed countries ever further behind
… The Least Developed Countries Report 2016: The Path to Graduation and Beyond - Making the … 70 per cent. There are only four other countries in the world where the rate is above 30 per cent, and nowhere else … and lack of education, undermining productivity and investment. This in turn blocks the sustainable development …
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Global trade set to hit record $32 trillion in 2022, but outlook increasingly gloomy for 2023
… were up 15% to a record $7 trillion. But the UNCTAD report warns that the slowdown during the second half of this … global economic spillovers from the war in Ukraine,” the report says. “The ongoing tightening of financial conditions … global supply chains and the transition towards a greener world economy. Uncertainties remain high for supply chain …
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First-ever official data on illicit financial flows now available
… Indicators Database . And a recent UNCTAD infographic report showcases preliminary estimates and findings on tax … low IFFs, according to an earlier UNCTAD report . IFFs hit world’s most vulnerable hardest IFFs can result from various … service exports from Mexico to the rest of the world during the same period. The enormous profits generated …
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Inequality a major challenge for low, middle and high income countries
… Cornia. Sanya Reid Smith , Senior Researcher at the Third World Network, presented the Report of the Public Symposium to the Board. She welcomed the … Smith expressed concern about how multilateral trade and investment agreements had made it more difficult for …
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UNCTAD and Commonwealth Secretariat expand development cooperation
… to global efforts to tackle the multiple crises facing the world. “We are pleased to expand our partnership and open a … least developed countries, to achieve the SDGs. With the world facing multiple crises from climate change to food … also covers work to promote women’s economic empowerment, investment for development, e-commerce and the digital …
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Key Statistics and Trends in Regional Trade in Africa
… Currently, Africa accounts for 2.9 per cent of the world production and 2.6 per cent of the world trade even … resources and attract foreign direct investments. This report is structured into three parts. The first part … various indicators of the trade structure, services trade, investment flows, trade facilitation, tariffs and non-tariff …
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Trade and Development Board discusses how developing countries can climb value chains
… Mr. James Zhan, Director, Division on Investment and Enterprise, UNCTAD Download: Statement These … policies are needed to maximize the benefits." UNCTAD's World Investment Report 2013, published in June, formed the basis of the …
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Guidance on Good Practices in Corporate Governance Disclosure
… publication is relevant to enterprises eager to attract investment regardless of their legal form or size. It will … practices that enterprises in different parts of the world might wish to emulate. For further information and to …