#UNCTAD16 comes home to Geneva on 20–23 October – the city where UNCTAD was born in 1964.
We are grateful to Switzerland for stepping forward as host at this crucial moment.
We look forward to welcoming you to #UNCTAD16 – a milestone for development & a call for cooperation.
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We are grateful to Switzerland for stepping forward as host at this crucial moment.
We look forward to welcoming you to #UNCTAD16 – a milestone for development & a call for cooperation.
▶️ unctad.org/unctad16
September 25, 2025 at 12:12 PM
#UNCTAD16 comes home to Geneva on 20–23 October – the city where UNCTAD was born in 1964.
We are grateful to Switzerland for stepping forward as host at this crucial moment.
We look forward to welcoming you to #UNCTAD16 – a milestone for development & a call for cooperation.
▶️ unctad.org/unctad16
We are grateful to Switzerland for stepping forward as host at this crucial moment.
We look forward to welcoming you to #UNCTAD16 – a milestone for development & a call for cooperation.
▶️ unctad.org/unctad16
🌍 In a world of rising uncertainty, regional cooperation offers pragmatic avenues for development.
At #UNCTAD16, ministers, global leaders & experts explore how open regionalism can drive stability, growth & inclusive development.
📅 21 Oct | 16:30 | Geneva
🔴 Watch live: unctad.org/unctad16
At #UNCTAD16, ministers, global leaders & experts explore how open regionalism can drive stability, growth & inclusive development.
📅 21 Oct | 16:30 | Geneva
🔴 Watch live: unctad.org/unctad16
October 21, 2025 at 12:23 PM
🌍 In a world of rising uncertainty, regional cooperation offers pragmatic avenues for development.
At #UNCTAD16, ministers, global leaders & experts explore how open regionalism can drive stability, growth & inclusive development.
📅 21 Oct | 16:30 | Geneva
🔴 Watch live: unctad.org/unctad16
At #UNCTAD16, ministers, global leaders & experts explore how open regionalism can drive stability, growth & inclusive development.
📅 21 Oct | 16:30 | Geneva
🔴 Watch live: unctad.org/unctad16
“We need a fair global trade and investment system,” UN Secretary-General António Guterres said at #UNCTAD16.
🌍 This week, leaders, ministers and changemakers are in Geneva to shape the future of global trade, investment, development and the digital economy.
▶️ Follow live: unctad.org/unctad16
🌍 This week, leaders, ministers and changemakers are in Geneva to shape the future of global trade, investment, development and the digital economy.
▶️ Follow live: unctad.org/unctad16
October 23, 2025 at 12:03 AM
“We need a fair global trade and investment system,” UN Secretary-General António Guterres said at #UNCTAD16.
🌍 This week, leaders, ministers and changemakers are in Geneva to shape the future of global trade, investment, development and the digital economy.
▶️ Follow live: unctad.org/unctad16
🌍 This week, leaders, ministers and changemakers are in Geneva to shape the future of global trade, investment, development and the digital economy.
▶️ Follow live: unctad.org/unctad16
At #UNCTAD16 in Viet Nam, we’ll tackle global challenges with 16 actions to boost sustainable development.
From climate change to tech disruption, the world needs diversified, inclusive economies and stronger global cooperation.
Let’s shape a better future.
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From climate change to tech disruption, the world needs diversified, inclusive economies and stronger global cooperation.
Let’s shape a better future.
Learn more: ow.ly/r45F50UT7LX
February 4, 2025 at 1:05 PM
At #UNCTAD16 in Viet Nam, we’ll tackle global challenges with 16 actions to boost sustainable development.
From climate change to tech disruption, the world needs diversified, inclusive economies and stronger global cooperation.
Let’s shape a better future.
Learn more: ow.ly/r45F50UT7LX
From climate change to tech disruption, the world needs diversified, inclusive economies and stronger global cooperation.
Let’s shape a better future.
Learn more: ow.ly/r45F50UT7LX
#UNCTAD16 is officially open with Switzerland.
Over 100 countries, 2,000 participants, ministers of trade, and countless voices united to make trade, finance, the digital economy, and investment work for all.
unctad.org/unctad16
#ShapingtheFuture
Over 100 countries, 2,000 participants, ministers of trade, and countless voices united to make trade, finance, the digital economy, and investment work for all.
unctad.org/unctad16
#ShapingtheFuture
October 20, 2025 at 3:42 PM
#UNCTAD16 is officially open with Switzerland.
Over 100 countries, 2,000 participants, ministers of trade, and countless voices united to make trade, finance, the digital economy, and investment work for all.
unctad.org/unctad16
#ShapingtheFuture
Over 100 countries, 2,000 participants, ministers of trade, and countless voices united to make trade, finance, the digital economy, and investment work for all.
unctad.org/unctad16
#ShapingtheFuture
7/ Always a pleasure to meet and exchange views with UN Secretary-General António Guterres.
We share the conviction that the world needs strong multilateralism and a renewed commitment to peace, fairness and global security. 🌍🤝 #UNCTAD16
We share the conviction that the world needs strong multilateralism and a renewed commitment to peace, fairness and global security. 🌍🤝 #UNCTAD16
October 22, 2025 at 4:22 PM
7/ Always a pleasure to meet and exchange views with UN Secretary-General António Guterres.
We share the conviction that the world needs strong multilateralism and a renewed commitment to peace, fairness and global security. 🌍🤝 #UNCTAD16
We share the conviction that the world needs strong multilateralism and a renewed commitment to peace, fairness and global security. 🌍🤝 #UNCTAD16
UN Conference on Trade and Development to convene in Geneva amid major trade shift.
Critical time for world trade, with leaders meeting from 20–23 October. #UNCTAD16
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Critical time for world trade, with leaders meeting from 20–23 October. #UNCTAD16
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September 25, 2025 at 12:00 PM
UN Conference on Trade and Development to convene in Geneva amid major trade shift.
Critical time for world trade, with leaders meeting from 20–23 October. #UNCTAD16
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Critical time for world trade, with leaders meeting from 20–23 October. #UNCTAD16
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Uncertainty is the new tariff.
As global trade faces rising costs and tensions, #UNCTAD16 unites 195 countries to reimagine a fairer, more resilient trade system for development.
Full story: ▶️ ow.ly/JTC450X6CYY
More on #UNCTAD16: ▶️ ow.ly/a9v650X6CYV
As global trade faces rising costs and tensions, #UNCTAD16 unites 195 countries to reimagine a fairer, more resilient trade system for development.
Full story: ▶️ ow.ly/JTC450X6CYY
More on #UNCTAD16: ▶️ ow.ly/a9v650X6CYV
October 4, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Uncertainty is the new tariff.
As global trade faces rising costs and tensions, #UNCTAD16 unites 195 countries to reimagine a fairer, more resilient trade system for development.
Full story: ▶️ ow.ly/JTC450X6CYY
More on #UNCTAD16: ▶️ ow.ly/a9v650X6CYV
As global trade faces rising costs and tensions, #UNCTAD16 unites 195 countries to reimagine a fairer, more resilient trade system for development.
Full story: ▶️ ow.ly/JTC450X6CYY
More on #UNCTAD16: ▶️ ow.ly/a9v650X6CYV
No country can grow alone.
UNCTAD Director Paul Akiwumi calls for global solidarity to support vulnerable economies to strengthen industries, create jobs, and build a fairer global economy.
▶️ Join us from 20-23 October & follow live #UNCTAD16: unctad.org/unctad16
UNCTAD Director Paul Akiwumi calls for global solidarity to support vulnerable economies to strengthen industries, create jobs, and build a fairer global economy.
▶️ Join us from 20-23 October & follow live #UNCTAD16: unctad.org/unctad16
October 14, 2025 at 9:10 AM
No country can grow alone.
UNCTAD Director Paul Akiwumi calls for global solidarity to support vulnerable economies to strengthen industries, create jobs, and build a fairer global economy.
▶️ Join us from 20-23 October & follow live #UNCTAD16: unctad.org/unctad16
UNCTAD Director Paul Akiwumi calls for global solidarity to support vulnerable economies to strengthen industries, create jobs, and build a fairer global economy.
▶️ Join us from 20-23 October & follow live #UNCTAD16: unctad.org/unctad16
▶️ 170+ delegations – all-time record for UNCTAD
▶️ 80+ ministers & vice-ministers
▶️ 3,300+ participants
▶️ 230+ speakers
▶️ 65+ events
Game-changing discussions.
A solidified global commitment to a transformative future for trade & development.
unctad.org/unctad16
#UNCTAD16 #ShapingTheFuture
▶️ 80+ ministers & vice-ministers
▶️ 3,300+ participants
▶️ 230+ speakers
▶️ 65+ events
Game-changing discussions.
A solidified global commitment to a transformative future for trade & development.
unctad.org/unctad16
#UNCTAD16 #ShapingTheFuture
As we close #UNCTAD16, I am deeply grateful to all countries, delegates and partners who made this conference a success.
Over these days, we have seen multilateralism at its best – open dialogue among nations, diverse perspectives, and a strong voice from the developing world.
Over these days, we have seen multilateralism at its best – open dialogue among nations, diverse perspectives, and a strong voice from the developing world.
October 23, 2025 at 10:14 PM
▶️ 170+ delegations – all-time record for UNCTAD
▶️ 80+ ministers & vice-ministers
▶️ 3,300+ participants
▶️ 230+ speakers
▶️ 65+ events
Game-changing discussions.
A solidified global commitment to a transformative future for trade & development.
unctad.org/unctad16
#UNCTAD16 #ShapingTheFuture
▶️ 80+ ministers & vice-ministers
▶️ 3,300+ participants
▶️ 230+ speakers
▶️ 65+ events
Game-changing discussions.
A solidified global commitment to a transformative future for trade & development.
unctad.org/unctad16
#UNCTAD16 #ShapingTheFuture
UNCTAD chief @rebecagrynspan.bsky.social presented #UNCTAD16, taking place next week in Geneva.
From 20-23 October, the conference will bring together global leaders & experts – shaping the future of trade, investment, development & the digital economy.
Join us & follow live: ▶️ unctad.org/unctad16
From 20-23 October, the conference will bring together global leaders & experts – shaping the future of trade, investment, development & the digital economy.
Join us & follow live: ▶️ unctad.org/unctad16
October 13, 2025 at 6:36 PM
UNCTAD chief @rebecagrynspan.bsky.social presented #UNCTAD16, taking place next week in Geneva.
From 20-23 October, the conference will bring together global leaders & experts – shaping the future of trade, investment, development & the digital economy.
Join us & follow live: ▶️ unctad.org/unctad16
From 20-23 October, the conference will bring together global leaders & experts – shaping the future of trade, investment, development & the digital economy.
Join us & follow live: ▶️ unctad.org/unctad16
Trade is one of the strongest engines of progress.
From commodities to services & new industries — leaders, ministers & changemakers unite at #UNCTAD16 to build value, open opportunities for millions & strengthen resilience against future shocks.
▶️ Be part of it & follow live: unctad.org/unctad16
From commodities to services & new industries — leaders, ministers & changemakers unite at #UNCTAD16 to build value, open opportunities for millions & strengthen resilience against future shocks.
▶️ Be part of it & follow live: unctad.org/unctad16
October 18, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Trade is one of the strongest engines of progress.
From commodities to services & new industries — leaders, ministers & changemakers unite at #UNCTAD16 to build value, open opportunities for millions & strengthen resilience against future shocks.
▶️ Be part of it & follow live: unctad.org/unctad16
From commodities to services & new industries — leaders, ministers & changemakers unite at #UNCTAD16 to build value, open opportunities for millions & strengthen resilience against future shocks.
▶️ Be part of it & follow live: unctad.org/unctad16
📢 #UNCTAD16 | Bridging the credit-rating + market-information gaps
Credit rating assessments can reflect incomplete or outdated information. How can better data + comms help close this gap?
Join us 👉 21 Oct | 11:30–1pm | Concordia 1, Palais des Nations, Geneva
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Credit rating assessments can reflect incomplete or outdated information. How can better data + comms help close this gap?
Join us 👉 21 Oct | 11:30–1pm | Concordia 1, Palais des Nations, Geneva
🔗 unctad.org/unctad16/bri...
October 20, 2025 at 1:16 PM
📢 #UNCTAD16 | Bridging the credit-rating + market-information gaps
Credit rating assessments can reflect incomplete or outdated information. How can better data + comms help close this gap?
Join us 👉 21 Oct | 11:30–1pm | Concordia 1, Palais des Nations, Geneva
🔗 unctad.org/unctad16/bri...
Credit rating assessments can reflect incomplete or outdated information. How can better data + comms help close this gap?
Join us 👉 21 Oct | 11:30–1pm | Concordia 1, Palais des Nations, Geneva
🔗 unctad.org/unctad16/bri...
Some self-proclaimed European experts should listen before speaking. Maksym Hlukov, the supposed former CEO of ProZorro (Ukraine), stated at UNCTAD16 that “artificial intelligence doesn’t understand content.” A textbook case of the #DunningKruger effect. #UNCTAD16 #AI #fakeexperts
November 4, 2025 at 9:39 AM
Some self-proclaimed European experts should listen before speaking. Maksym Hlukov, the supposed former CEO of ProZorro (Ukraine), stated at UNCTAD16 that “artificial intelligence doesn’t understand content.” A textbook case of the #DunningKruger effect. #UNCTAD16 #AI #fakeexperts
The 16th session of the UN Conference on Trade and Development, #UNCTAD16, will take place from 20 to 23 October 2025 at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, with the theme “Shaping the future: Driving economic transformation for equitable, inclusive and sustainable development”.
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August 21, 2025 at 1:24 PM
The 16th session of the UN Conference on Trade and Development, #UNCTAD16, will take place from 20 to 23 October 2025 at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, with the theme “Shaping the future: Driving economic transformation for equitable, inclusive and sustainable development”.
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Happening NOW!
At #UNCTAD16, global leaders, ministers & changemakers unite to shape the future of global trade, investment, development & digital economy.
▶️ Follow live: unctad.org/unctad16
At #UNCTAD16, global leaders, ministers & changemakers unite to shape the future of global trade, investment, development & digital economy.
▶️ Follow live: unctad.org/unctad16
October 20, 2025 at 8:24 AM
Happening NOW!
At #UNCTAD16, global leaders, ministers & changemakers unite to shape the future of global trade, investment, development & digital economy.
▶️ Follow live: unctad.org/unctad16
At #UNCTAD16, global leaders, ministers & changemakers unite to shape the future of global trade, investment, development & digital economy.
▶️ Follow live: unctad.org/unctad16
Excellent meeting btw Ambassador Deike Potzel & SG Rebeca Grynspan ahead of #UNCTAD16 Ministerial Conference. Amb Potzel thanked SG Grynspan for her leadership & her efforts to bridge the gap between developing and developed countries through multilateralism and inclusive dialogue. 🤝
October 7, 2025 at 3:44 PM
Excellent meeting btw Ambassador Deike Potzel & SG Rebeca Grynspan ahead of #UNCTAD16 Ministerial Conference. Amb Potzel thanked SG Grynspan for her leadership & her efforts to bridge the gap between developing and developed countries through multilateralism and inclusive dialogue. 🤝
#UNCTAD16 concluded with record participation of 170 countries and an agreed declaration on trade and development.
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November 2, 2025 at 4:50 PM
#UNCTAD16 concluded with record participation of 170 countries and an agreed declaration on trade and development.
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1/ From 20 to 23, Geneva hosts the UNCTAD 16 Ministerial Conference — a great occasion to foster dialogue and build bridges among nations, advancing peace and shared prosperity through fair and sustainable trade. 🌍🤝 #UNCTAD16
October 22, 2025 at 4:22 PM
1/ From 20 to 23, Geneva hosts the UNCTAD 16 Ministerial Conference — a great occasion to foster dialogue and build bridges among nations, advancing peace and shared prosperity through fair and sustainable trade. 🌍🤝 #UNCTAD16
Uncertainty is the new tariff.
As global trade faces rising costs and tensions, #UNCTAD16 unites 195 countries to reimagine a fairer, more resilient trade system for development.
Full story: ▶️ https://ow.ly/SXa650X8k7i
More on #UNCTAD16: ▶️ https://ow.ly/a9v650X6CYV
As global trade faces rising costs and tensions, #UNCTAD16 unites 195 countries to reimagine a fairer, more resilient trade system for development.
Full story: ▶️ https://ow.ly/SXa650X8k7i
More on #UNCTAD16: ▶️ https://ow.ly/a9v650X6CYV
October 8, 2025 at 8:31 AM
Uncertainty is the new tariff.
As global trade faces rising costs and tensions, #UNCTAD16 unites 195 countries to reimagine a fairer, more resilient trade system for development.
Full story: ▶️ https://ow.ly/SXa650X8k7i
More on #UNCTAD16: ▶️ https://ow.ly/a9v650X6CYV
As global trade faces rising costs and tensions, #UNCTAD16 unites 195 countries to reimagine a fairer, more resilient trade system for development.
Full story: ▶️ https://ow.ly/SXa650X8k7i
More on #UNCTAD16: ▶️ https://ow.ly/a9v650X6CYV
📉 Productive investment is declining – just when the world needs it most.
At #UNCTAD16, leaders are charting bold, inclusive strategies to unlock investment, drive entrepreneurship, and fuel the green & digital transitions.
📅 21 Oct | 15:00 | Geneva
🔴 Watch live: unctad.org/unctad16
At #UNCTAD16, leaders are charting bold, inclusive strategies to unlock investment, drive entrepreneurship, and fuel the green & digital transitions.
📅 21 Oct | 15:00 | Geneva
🔴 Watch live: unctad.org/unctad16
October 21, 2025 at 11:41 AM
📉 Productive investment is declining – just when the world needs it most.
At #UNCTAD16, leaders are charting bold, inclusive strategies to unlock investment, drive entrepreneurship, and fuel the green & digital transitions.
📅 21 Oct | 15:00 | Geneva
🔴 Watch live: unctad.org/unctad16
At #UNCTAD16, leaders are charting bold, inclusive strategies to unlock investment, drive entrepreneurship, and fuel the green & digital transitions.
📅 21 Oct | 15:00 | Geneva
🔴 Watch live: unctad.org/unctad16
Lights. Cables. Action. 🎥
Teams are gearing up for #UNCTAD16 – where the world meets to shape the future of global trade, investment, development and the digital economy.
▶️ Be part of it and follow live 20–23 October from Geneva: unctad.org/unctad16
Teams are gearing up for #UNCTAD16 – where the world meets to shape the future of global trade, investment, development and the digital economy.
▶️ Be part of it and follow live 20–23 October from Geneva: unctad.org/unctad16
October 19, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Lights. Cables. Action. 🎥
Teams are gearing up for #UNCTAD16 – where the world meets to shape the future of global trade, investment, development and the digital economy.
▶️ Be part of it and follow live 20–23 October from Geneva: unctad.org/unctad16
Teams are gearing up for #UNCTAD16 – where the world meets to shape the future of global trade, investment, development and the digital economy.
▶️ Be part of it and follow live 20–23 October from Geneva: unctad.org/unctad16
🚢 Supply chains are the backbone of global trade — but they're under pressure.
At #UNCTAD16, leaders & experts from across the globe are coming together to build resilient, inclusive & sustainable trade logistics systems that can withstand future shocks.
🔴 Watch live: unctad.org/unctad16
At #UNCTAD16, leaders & experts from across the globe are coming together to build resilient, inclusive & sustainable trade logistics systems that can withstand future shocks.
🔴 Watch live: unctad.org/unctad16
October 21, 2025 at 10:15 PM
🚢 Supply chains are the backbone of global trade — but they're under pressure.
At #UNCTAD16, leaders & experts from across the globe are coming together to build resilient, inclusive & sustainable trade logistics systems that can withstand future shocks.
🔴 Watch live: unctad.org/unctad16
At #UNCTAD16, leaders & experts from across the globe are coming together to build resilient, inclusive & sustainable trade logistics systems that can withstand future shocks.
🔴 Watch live: unctad.org/unctad16
Investment is the spark that turns ambition into action.
From renewable energy to digital networks and new industries — leaders & changemakers unite at #UNCTAD16 to direct capital to what matters most, unlocking growth and opportunities for the next generation.
▶️ Follow live: unctad.org/unctad16
From renewable energy to digital networks and new industries — leaders & changemakers unite at #UNCTAD16 to direct capital to what matters most, unlocking growth and opportunities for the next generation.
▶️ Follow live: unctad.org/unctad16
October 19, 2025 at 9:19 AM
Investment is the spark that turns ambition into action.
From renewable energy to digital networks and new industries — leaders & changemakers unite at #UNCTAD16 to direct capital to what matters most, unlocking growth and opportunities for the next generation.
▶️ Follow live: unctad.org/unctad16
From renewable energy to digital networks and new industries — leaders & changemakers unite at #UNCTAD16 to direct capital to what matters most, unlocking growth and opportunities for the next generation.
▶️ Follow live: unctad.org/unctad16
Trade among developing countries is expanding faster than other trade flows and now accounts for about one third of global trade. #UNCTAD16
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October 23, 2025 at 6:25 AM
Trade among developing countries is expanding faster than other trade flows and now accounts for about one third of global trade. #UNCTAD16
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