Paul Akiwumi
@pakiwumi
Director, Div. for #Africa, #LDCs & Special Programmes @UNCTAD. Supporting the poorest & most vulnerable developing countries to achieve "Prosperity for All".
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https://unctad.org 02-07-2018 13:47:45
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Landlocked developing countries face unique development challenges, from high trade transportation costs to reliance on neighbors’ infrastructure. A new cooperation strategy implemented in West Africa could be a model. Read more at SDG Action 🔗sdg-action.org/sdg-action-pub…
Un nouveau rapport d'ONU commerce et développement (UN Trade and Development) propose des recommandations pour améliorer les capacités de production et diversifier les exportations afin de stimuler l'emploi et de réduire la pauvreté et les inégalités au Burkina Faso 🇧🇫. ⬇️ unctad.org/system/files/o…
Developing countries bear more of digitalization’s ecological costs but reap fewer benefits. They generate less than 1 kg of digital waste per person, compared to 3.25 kg in developed countries & just 0.21 kg in the least developed countries. United Nations report: unctad.org/der2024
Today is #LDCsDay! A day to commemorate the progress the 45 #LDCs have made and discuss the way forward. Since 1971, UN Trade and Development has advocated for the international community to address the unique needs of #LDCs. Learn more about our work for #LDCs: ➡️ unctad.org/topic/least-de…
UN Trade and Development (UN Trade and Development) was at the centre of the establishment of the least developed countries (#LDCs) category in 1971, identifying a specific group of vulnerable economies requiring focused attention and development support. 👇🏼
For 40 years, UN Trade and Development has published the only regular report focused on the development challenges of #LDCs: The Least Developed Countries Report. Explore our rigorous analysis & innovative solutions for LDCs & partners. ▶️ow.ly/sHsf50SN5wS #UNCTAD60 #LDCReport40 #LDCsDay
➡️ Since then, UN Trade and Development has been unwavering in our advocacy for the international community to address the unique needs of the #LDCs. #LDCsDay 🔗 ow.ly/gV4y50SMVk3
For 40 years, Africa's most vulnerable nations #LDCs have been the focus of UN Trade and Development's Least Developed Countries Report. This #LDCsDay, we spotlight our analysis & innovative policy solutions tailored to both #LDCs & development partners. #LDCReport40 ⬇️ unctad.org/topic/least-de…
.UN Trade and Development offers a comprehensive package of support to least developed countries. We assist #LDCs & other developing countries to identify & assemble the essential elements to achieve economic growth & inclusive development. ow.ly/gV4y50SMVk3 #UNCTAD60 #LDCReport40 #LDCsDay
The UN Trade and Development SDG Pulse 2024 shows that Africa 🌍 remains a net exporter of raw food commodities and faces challenges as a net importer of cereals. In 2022, 37% of food exports and 48% of imports were raw products. Find out more ⬇️: bit.ly/4ddC05s
3.3 billion people — almost half of humanity — now live in countries that spend more on debt interest than on education or health. The United Nations debt dashboard offers data & insights on key public debt and development spending indicators for 188 countries. ▶️ow.ly/2pcg50TaZi8