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UNITED NATIONS CONFERENCE ON TRADE & DEVELOPMENT – UNCTAD
UNCTAD promotes the development-friendly integration of developing countries into the world economy.
Mission
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The main goals are to maximize the trade, investment and development opportunities of developing countries, and to help them face challenges arising from globalization and integrate into the world economy, on an equitable basis.
Members
Currently 188 member States . Many intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations have observer status and participate in its work.
Fields of activity
UNCTAD pursues its goals through research and policy analysis, intergovernmental deliberations, technical cooperation, and interaction with civil society and the business sector.
Key contacts
Mr. David Diaz
Address
United Nations Plaza
NY 10017, USA
Tel: 1 212 963 3552
Fax: 1 212 963 3062
Web site: www.unctad.org
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