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Reducing the time and cost of trade has become even more critical in the face of rising inflation, which hits micro, small and medium-sized enterprises and consumers harder.

The world’s population growth has become increasingly concentrated in developing countries, highlighting the need to address inequalities and ensure a just transition towards a low-carbon future.

This year marks the 20th anniversary of the awards, which celebrate best practices in investment promotion.

The partnership will empower women digital entrepreneurs to use intellectual property tools to protect their brands.

The new strategy will help the country promote private sector growth and resilience to economic shocks.

UNCTAD, UNODC and their partners have developed tools and methods that are supporting 22 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America track selected illicit financial flows.

By Ivonne Higuero, Secretary-General of CITES and Shamika N Sirimanne, Director of Division on Technology and Logistics, UNCTAD

Plastic waste has become a key driver of pollution across the world, overwhelming marine, terrestrial and aerial ecosystems.

The event paved the way for the creation of a roadmap and global alliance to harness international trade and investment in the fight against climate change.

The world must act now to find sustainable substitutes for plastics. Reducing plastics in world trade is key to tackling pollution, protecting our ocean and fighting climate change.