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The report is subtitled “Trade: Unlocking sustainable strategies for people, planet and prosperity”.

The alarming surge in global debt burden calls for urgent reforms to the international financial systems to safeguard a prosperous future for both people and the planet.

Commemorating 60 years of impact: UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) convenes world leaders to shape a vision for inclusive prosperity in a complex global landscape.

By Paul Akiwumi, Director of Africa and Least Developed Countries, UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD)

Supported by global partners, the nation sets out to build a one-stop digital platform to automate customs processes, reduce logistic costs, and enhance trade competitiveness.

First-ever data shows trade cost by country, commodity and mode of transport, offering crucial insights into global import and export expenses.

Efforts to decarbonize global shipping while promoting investments and digital solutions will be key to enhancing supply chain resilience for small island developing states.

Exposed to sea level rise and extreme weather events, these islands are in dire need of the right financial support to survive climate change.

By Paul Akiwumi, Director for Africa and Least Developed Countries, UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD)

Africa holds significant reserves of minerals critical for low-carbon technologies, like cobalt and manganese, offering opportunities for economic growth and development.