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Global climate finance needs a quantum leap in both quantity and quality to address developing economies’ needs for a just transition towards sustainability and resilience.

A continued slump in goods trade. An evolving technological landscape. The Global South is gaining weight. A rethink of development strategies is both timely and timeless.

Multilateral action and strategic policy shifts are key to helping countries achieve sustainable development and navigate the risks and opportunities of a new growth era.

In a critical moment for the global economy, Secretary-General Rebeca Grynspan presented the organization's Trade and Development Report 2024 on 29 October 2024 in Geneva.

The report outlines pathways for coordinated approaches to climate action, carbon pricing, and the cross-border effects of mitigation policies to achieve global climate goals.

The Pact sets a clear framework for rethinking trade and development, driving progress toward a more equitable and sustainable global economy for all.

Collaboration and synergies are needed more than ever to realize the world’s common vision for a more prosperous future for all.

Developing economies of Asia are home to 60% of the world’s megaprojects, the latest World Investment Report shows.

Globally, foreign direct investment flows declined by 2% to $1.3 trillion for the year. In developing countries, they fell by 7% to $867 billion.