The 2025 Edition of the World Economic Situation and Prospects Report, released by the United Nations Trade and Development (UNCTAD), presents a detailed analysis of the global economic landscape amid ongoing challenges and opportunities. Here are the main highlights: GLOBAL ECONOMIC…
As we approach the end of 2024, the latest report from UNCTAD highlights significant trends shaping global trade, particularly for developing countries in the Global South. This update reveals a complex landscape influenced by economic shifts, geopolitical tensions, and evolving…
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Introduction The Creative Economy Outlook 2024, developed by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), analyzes global trends in the creative economy, providing crucial insights into its economic contributions and international trade patterns. The creative economy, encompassing industries…
This Annual Bulletin 2023 on International Trade in Services 2023 was published by the United Nations Conference On Trade And Development. Global services trade has experienced significant growth and transformation in recent years, particularly following the disruptions caused by the…
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The Digital Economy Report 2024 published by the UN Trade and Development(UNCTAD), focuses on the intersection of digitalization and environmental sustainability, highlighting the urgent need for inclusive policies that address the ecological impacts of the digital economy. This summary will…
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Introduction and Background This report has been prepared by Prachi Agarwal (Overseas Development Institute), Sand Mba Kalu (Africa International Trade & Commerce Research), and Alberto Lemma (Overseas Development Institute). This report examines the impact of the African Continental Free Trade…
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Introduction The World Intangible Investment Highlights report, co-published annually by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and the Luiss Business School, reveals that intangible investments grew at three times the rate of tangible investments between 2008–2023, proving resilient despite economic…
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Introduction The 2024 World Investment Report (WIR) by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) focuses on the critical role of investment facilitation and digital government in fostering a conducive environment for sustainable investment. The report highlights the…
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The World Investment Report by UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) shows a 2% decrease in global foreign direct investment (FDI) to $1.3 trillion in 2023, driven by increasing trade and geopolitical tensions in a slowing global economy. The report suggests…
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Introduction This paper was published by the World Bank Group examines the impact of industrial policies on international trade. It highlights the importance of understanding the effects of these policies, particularly in the context of Preferential Trade Agreements (PTAs). The…