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A sharp drop in international project finance raises concerns about sustainable development funding and highlights the need for countries to diversify strategies to attract and sustain investment.

Peru assumed the G77 and China chairmanship in Geneva from Cambodia as the coalition of developing nations faces cascading trade and development challenges and prepares for the 16th UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD16).

Foreign direct investment was down by an estimated 8% in 2024, challenging progress on the Sustainable Development Goals that heavily rely on international project finance.

UN Trade and Development’s 16th quadrennial conference (UNCTAD16) will focus on driving economic transformation for a more sustainable future.

Shaping the future: Driving economic transformation for equitable, inclusive and sustainable development

By Rebeca Grynspan, Secretary-General, UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD)

New analysis unpacks how small island developing states are leveraging the ocean for climate action, calling for more global support to accelerate the momentum.

Through innovative solutions, UN Trade and Development continues to revolutionize customs operations globally, supporting economic growth in a fast-changing world.

From low growth, trade disruptions and Gaza’s destruction to the critical minerals boom, investment shifts, freight rate spikes and UNCTAD’s rebranding, here are the most-read stories of the year.

International financial system reforms and tax cooperation are crucial to effectively mobilizing much-needed funds for sustainable development.