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From analyzing the ups and downs of global trade and investment to measuring progress on the Sustainable Development Goals, these are the most-read UNCTAD stories of the year.

Opening the Trade and Development Board, Secretary-General Rebeca Grynspan highlighted pressing challenges facing the global economy and unveiled a new initiative for small island nations.

Governments of developing nations worldwide are examining measures to curb anti-competitive practices in digital markets without stifling innovation.

Trade policies can help countries catalyze progress towards their climate goals but remain underused in practice. Stronger global cooperation is necessary to change course.

UNCTAD supports the East African nation to tackle challenges and boost secure e-commerce for inclusive and sustainable development.

Building public trust in official statistics requires that they be produced in an objective, transparent and timely manner. But how?

The annual handbook provides key data and indicators on how the economy has evolved across regions, countries and sectors.

The pivotal move is a nod from the global community to Bhutan’s achievements in reducing poverty and realizing sustainable development over the past five decades.

Global trade is projected to end the year 5% down compared to 2022’s record level, shrinking by about $1.5 trillion to below $31 trillion, according to UNCTAD’s latest Global Trade Update.

More than 3,500 participants from 159 countries outlined actions needed to transform digital opportunities into shared and eco-friendly progress.