Trade and Development Board, 77th executive session
In the photo, Ambassador Paul Bekkers, president of the Trade and Development Board. Photo credit: UN Trade and Development/ William Albors The Trade and Development Board met in Geneva, Switzerland, from 3 to 5 February 2025 for its executive session, addressing key global economic and trade challenges. Discussions covered the Trade and Development Report 2024, which examines development strategies in an era of uncertainty. The Least Developed Countries Report 2024 explored how carbon markets can contribute to sustainable development. The Economic Survey of Latin America and the Caribbean 2024 analyzed low growth, climate change, and employment trends. The session also included preparations for the sixteenth session of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development.