United Nations Conference on Trade and Development
UNCTAD promotes the development-friendly integration of developing countries into the world economy. UNCTAD has progressively evolved into an authoritative knowledge-based institution whose work aims to help shape current policy debates and thinking on development, with a particular focus on ensuring that domestic policies and international action are mutually supportive in bringing about sustainable development. www.unctad.org
The organization works to fulfil this mandate by carrying out three key functions:
- It functions as a forum for intergovernmental deliberations, supported by discussions with experts and exchanges of experience, aimed at consensus building.
- It undertakes research, policy analysis and data collection for the debates of government representatives and experts.
- It provides technical assistance tailored to the specific requirements of developing countries, with special attention to the needs of the least developed countries and of economies in transition. When appropriate, UNCTAD cooperates with other organizations and donor countries in the delivery of technical assistance.
For additional information please contact:
Dr. Supachai Panitchpakdi
Secretary-General of UNCTAD
Palais des Nations, 8-14, Av. de la Paix, 1211 Geneva 10, Switzerland
Telephone: +41 22 917 5809
Fax: +41 22 917 0051
Email: info@unctad.org
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