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New tool seeks to smooth wrinkles in intra-African trade

New tool seeks to smooth wrinkles in intra-African trade

16 Jul 2019

An innovative online tool by UNCTAD and the African Union is set to help African countries navigate non-tariff barriers as the continent opens its free trade area.
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Two NGOs granted observer status with UNCTAD

11 Jul 2019
The Shipyards and Maritime Equipment Association of Europe and the Latin American Steel Association receive observer status with the UN trade organization.
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UNCTAD launches an Online Course on Non-Tariff Measures and Data Collection

11 Jul 2019
UNCTAD will provide its annual online course on Non-Tariff Measures and Data Collection to government officials, researchers, and representatives of the private sector worldwide from August 12 to 27 September 2019.
Debt levels in developing countries heighten vulnerability

Debt levels in developing countries heighten vulnerability

11 Jul 2019
A more balanced growth strategy could help developing countries better manage existing and future debt burdens.
Partnership to deliver online dispute resolution to consumers

Partnership to deliver online dispute resolution to consumers

11 Jul 2019

Blockchain-based online dispute resolution for consumers set to improve international trade and electronic commerce.
Smart consumers can set a new course for people and planet

Smart consumers can set a new course for people and planet

11 Jul 2019
Consumers are not just passive buyers. Their choices determine the sustainability of economic development.
Time to listen to women's voices in agrifood technology

Time to listen to women's voices in agrifood technology

11 Jul 2019

Want agricultural technology to work for women? Involve them in its development.
UNCTAD, IOM strengthen efforts to maximize migration benefits

UNCTAD, IOM strengthen efforts to maximize migration benefits

11 Jul 2019

Increased cooperation expected in areas addressing migration and development, such as investment, enterprise development and entrepreneurship.
ASYCUDA marks 30 years of helping customs agencies boost revenue

ASYCUDA marks 30 years of helping customs agencies boost revenue

10 Jul 2019

Report shows how UNCTAD's automated customs software has helped over 100 countries collect more customs duties, speed up trade and become more open for business.
Trade cautiously with single market and Africa's economy could rise to top

Trade cautiously with single market and Africa's economy could rise to top

8 Jul 2019
Written by
Dr. Mukhisa Kituyi, Secretary-General of UNCTAD
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