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With international shipping carrying more than 80% of world trade by volume, the international community must ensure that maritime transport responds to the challenges of climate change.

Written by
Andrus Ansip European Commission Vice-President for the Digital Single Market

An event on fostering investment in the development of new antibacterial treatments was held on 23 October 2018 at the Palais des Nations, Geneva during the World Investment Forum (WIF).

A global system that leaves the top 1% as rich as the bottom 56% is overdue for reform, with women's economic exclusion among the highest priorities.

The sustainable and innovative commercialization of native plants and animals can reduce poverty and protect resources, experts agreed in Egypt.

Amazonian small-scale tea growers look set to benefit from $15,000 awarded to energy tea company owner Demetrio Santander, who plans to help them form a workers' association.

Written by
Daniel Annerose, CEO and founder of Manobi

Costa Rica - literally "Rich Coast" - looks to grow its fish trade responsibly and sustainably by adopting a new national strategy, aided by UNCTAD, DOALOS and national partners.

UNCTAD convenes meeting on ways to build sustainability into freight transport systems, including shipping, to boost trade with and between developing countries.

UNCTAD's youth policy guides are essential tools for young entrepreneurs in Africa, where staggering youth unemployment is both a challenge and opportunity.