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The Trade and Development Report 2023 projects world economic growth to slow from 3% in 2022 to 2.4% in 2023, calling for global financial reforms and more pragmatic policies to tackle pressing challenges.

UNCTAD steps up advocacy for global support to help vulnerable economies leverage digital trade for inclusive and sustainable development.

The Review of Maritime Transport 2023 urges swift action and system-wide collaboration to decarbonize maritime transport amid growing carbon emissions and regulatory uncertainty.

In New York, UNCTAD chief Rebeca Grynspan joins world leaders in pushing for financing to keep the promise of sustainable development to everyone, everywhere.

Nearly 20 years on, the summit continues to bring to life the UN’s vision of a digital economy that fosters development.

Written by Richard T. Watson, Mikael Lind, and Wolfgang Lehmacher, Article No. 110, [UNCTAD Transport and Trade Facilitation Newsletter N°99 - Third Quarter 2023]

Written by Roberto Recalde, Article No. 109 [UNCTAD Transport and Trade Facilitation Newsletter N°99 - Third Quarter 2023]

By Ingrid Sidenvall Jegou et al., Global Maritime Forum, Article No. 108 [UNCTAD Transport and Trade Facilitation Newsletter N°99 - Third Quarter 2023]

Budding economists and thought leaders showcased their research on finance and globalization, engaging with senior experts from across the globe.

New analysis fills data gaps, helping countries know how much they need to spend – and how best to allocate financial resources.