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Call for papers

As a unique international policy and research hub, UNCTAD is delighted to announce the Academic Research Conference on Investment in Sustainable…

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Young students or professionals between the ages of 18 and 30 will have the opportunity to discuss ongoing technological innovations,…

Women in Business Award

The Awards acknowledge the contributions of inspiring women entrepreneurs to the implementation of the Global Goals, celebrating their success,…

Stephania Bonilla-Feret, UNCTAD

On International Women’s Day, agencies are called to mainstream female issues into their work

7th WIF 2021 Wrap Up Video

A wrap up video of the 7th World Investment Forum 2021 which was held virtually 18-22 October 2021.

A garment factory in Cambodia. © World Bank

For developing countries in particular, initiatives to promote new investments in industry can complement COVID-19 recovery efforts and produce…

A worker checks readings on an energy management system, South Africa. Photo credit: National Cleaner Production Centre South Africa

Public and private investors urged to invest in a green, inclusive, resilient and sustainable future for all.

Developing countries need…

© Danai

Investment promotion agencies form Costa Rica, Mauritius, the Netherlands the Republic of Korea and Seychelles are honoured during the 7th World…

Investing in game-changing solutions such as carbon capture technologies is key to building more resilient economies. © Climeworks AG

Governments need to create pro-investment environments for business models that integrate social, environmental and health imperatives, world…

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The world has 'lost the plot' over the link between jobs and socio-economic progress, and investors need to back pro-employment policies, experts…