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Trade and Development Board - 73rd session 1 Acting Secretary-General Pedro Manuel Moreno opened the 73rd session of the Trade and Development Board at the Palais des Nations in Geneva on 14 September 2026. The Board is the governing body of UN Trade and Development. The session runs until 25 September. A7409653.jpg

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Pedro Manuel Moreno, Acting Secretary-General of UN Trade and Development official visit to China. 11 Pedro Manuel Moreno, Acting Secretary-General of UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD), delivers a keynote address at the Global Trade in Services Summit during the China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS). A wide-angle view shows a packed auditorium of delegates facing a massive blue stage screen that displays live-feed broadcasts of the speech in both Chinese and English. The grand venue is illuminated by a large, circular overhead light installation featuring the CIFTIS logo at its center. WhatsApp Image 2026-09-09 at 16.30.50.jpeg

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Pedro Manuel Moreno, Acting Secretary-General of UN Trade and Development official visit to China. 10 Pedro Manuel Moreno, Acting Secretary-General of UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD), addresses the audience from a podium during the Global Trade in Services Summit in Beijing, China. He stands before a massive blue digital backdrop displaying the event's title in both English and Chinese characters. A large audience is seated in the foreground, facing the stage during the official international visit. WhatsApp Image 2026-09-09 at 16.30.51.jpeg

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Pedro Manuel Moreno, Acting Secretary-General of UN Trade and Development official visit to China. 9 Pedro Manuel Moreno, Acting Secretary-General of UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD), delivers an address from a podium during his official visit to China. He is speaking at the Global Trade in Services Summit, standing behind a white lectern branded with the CIFTIS logo and bilingual event signage. Wearing a dark suit, glasses, and a red tie, Mr. Moreno is positioned against a solid blue background. WhatsApp Image 2026-09-09 at 16.30.51(1).jpeg

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Pedro Manuel Moreno, Acting Secretary-General of UN Trade and Development official visit to China. 8 Pedro Manuel Moreno, Acting Secretary-General of UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD), delivers an address at the Global Trade in Services Summit during the China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) in Beijing. Speaking from a central podium on the main stage, his presentation is projected onto two massive screens overlooking a large, seated audience of delegates. The stage features a prominent, blue digital backdrop displaying the summit's branding in both English and Chinese characters. WhatsApp Image 2026-09-09 at 16.30.26.jpeg

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Pedro Manuel Moreno, Acting Secretary-General of UN Trade and Development official visit to China. 7 Artificial intelligence, semiconductors, critical minerals, clean energy. These four sectors now attract almost half the value of every new investment project in the world. In 2020 they attracted 16%. Where those projects land decides which countries build the industries of the future. "Strategic sovereignty is built through investment — the right investment, in the right sectors, on the right terms," said Pedro Manuel Moreno, Acting Secretary-General of UN Trade and Development, opening the second Future Investment Conference in Xiamen, China. "The more of those decisions that are taken with developing countries in the room, the better the chances that the industries of the future are built there." The conversation continues at the World Investment Forum in Doha this October. ➡️ Read the article: https://unctad.org/news/investment-key-strategic-sovereignty-says-unctad-acting-chief WhatsApp Image 2026-09-08 at 09.07.25.jpg

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Pedro Manuel Moreno, Acting Secretary-General of UN Trade and Development official visit to China. 6 Artificial intelligence, semiconductors, critical minerals, clean energy. These four sectors now attract almost half the value of every new investment project in the world. In 2020 they attracted 16%. Where those projects land decides which countries build the industries of the future. "Strategic sovereignty is built through investment — the right investment, in the right sectors, on the right terms," said Pedro Manuel Moreno, Acting Secretary-General of UN Trade and Development, opening the second Future Investment Conference in Xiamen, China. "The more of those decisions that are taken with developing countries in the room, the better the chances that the industries of the future are built there." The conversation continues at the World Investment Forum in Doha this October. ➡️ Read the article: https://unctad.org/news/investment-key-strategic-sovereignty-says-unctad-acting-chief WhatsApp Image 2026-09-08 at 09.07.26 (1) (1).jpg

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Pedro Manuel Moreno, Acting Secretary-General of UN Trade and Development official visit to China. 5 Artificial intelligence, semiconductors, critical minerals, clean energy. These four sectors now attract almost half the value of every new investment project in the world. In 2020 they attracted 16%. Where those projects land decides which countries build the industries of the future. "Strategic sovereignty is built through investment — the right investment, in the right sectors, on the right terms," said Pedro Manuel Moreno, Acting Secretary-General of UN Trade and Development, opening the second Future Investment Conference in Xiamen, China. "The more of those decisions that are taken with developing countries in the room, the better the chances that the industries of the future are built there." The conversation continues at the World Investment Forum in Doha this October. ➡️ Read the article: https://unctad.org/news/investment-key-strategic-sovereignty-says-unctad-acting-chief WhatsApp Image 2026-09-08 at 09.07.26 (3).jpg

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Pedro Manuel Moreno, Acting Secretary-General of UN Trade and Development official visit to China. 4 Pedro Manuel Moreno, Acting Secretary-General of UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD), and a representative from Zhejiang University stand on a stage during an official visit to China. The two officials place their hands on illuminated pillars to mark the "Launch Ceremony for Comprehensive Cooperation between UNCTAD and Zhejiang University." Behind them, a large, vibrant blue screen displays the titles of the ceremony in both English and Chinese, flanked by the logos of UNCTAD and Zhejiang University. image.png

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Pedro Manuel Moreno, Acting Secretary-General of UN Trade and Development official visit to China. 3 Pedro Manuel Moreno, Acting Secretary-General of UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD), poses for a group photograph with university officials and dignitaries during his official visit to China. The group stands on stage at Zhejiang University for the Inaugural Doctoral Cohort Opening Ceremony of the Institute of Global Development. Behind them, a large blue digital backdrop and a row of international flags decorate the stage. image (1).png

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Pedro Manuel Moreno, Acting Secretary-General of UN Trade and Development official visit to China. 2 Pedro Manuel Moreno, Acting Secretary-General of UN Trade and Development, participates in a diplomatic meeting during his official visit to China. Seated at a formally set table, delegation members and Chinese officials engage in discussions, with a prominent speaker addressing the group from across the table. The modern, well-lit room features traditional Chinese calligraphy on the wall, highlighting the collaborative atmosphere of the bilateral exchange. WhatsApp Image 2026-09-07 at 12.24.59.jpg

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Pedro Manuel Moreno, Acting Secretary-General of UN Trade and Development official visit to China. 1 Pedro Manuel Moreno, Acting Secretary-General of UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD), stands alongside an official during his official visit to China. Both men are dressed in business attire and smiling warmly as they pose side-by-side on a wooden deck. They are positioned in front of traditional Chinese-style wooden doors with large glass panels that reflect the surrounding greenery. WhatsApp Image 2026-09-07 at 12.25.00.jpg

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Pedro Manuel Moreno, Acting Secretary-General of UN Trade and Development official visit to China. 1 Pedro Manuel Moreno, Acting Secretary-General of UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD), stands with a delegation during an official visit to a modern technology exhibition hall in China. A presenter gestures toward a large digital display detailing regional science and technology developments as the group listens attentively in the sleek, futuristic showroom. This visit highlights UNCTAD's ongoing engagement with technological innovation and international trade development. WhatsApp Image 2026-09-07 at 12.25.00 (3).jpg

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Investment, Enterprise and Development Commission, 16th session 8 Delegates and representatives attend the 16th session of the Investment, Enterprise and Development Commission on 31 August 2026. Seated at rows of desks with country nameplates such as Pakistan, Argentina, and Iran, participants face a raised dais where a panel of speakers leads the discussion. Multiple large wall-mounted screens display a live video feed of the proceedings inside the brightly lit, modern conference hall. A7407731.jpg

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Investment, Enterprise and Development Commission, 16th session 7 Delegates gather in a well-lit conference hall for the 16th session of the Investment, Enterprise and Development Commission, held on August 31, 2026. Participants are seated at long rows of desks equipped with laptops, microphones, and country nameplates, focusing on the presentations shown on screens mounted along the wall. The meeting room features tall windows, modern rectangular light fixtures, and a diverse assembly of international representatives engaged in discussions. A7407738.jpg

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Investment, Enterprise and Development Commission, 16th session 6 During the 16th session of the Investment, Enterprise and Development Commission on August 31, 2026, a panel of officials presides over a meeting at the United Nations. Seated at the dais, the Acting Secretary-General of UNCTAD speaks to the assembly alongside the session President, Secretariat members, and other delegates. A large display monitor on the wall broadcasts a live close-up feed of the speakers to the audience members seated in the foreground. A7407622.jpg

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Investment, Enterprise and Development Commission, 16th session 5 During the sixteenth session of the Investment, Enterprise and Development Commission on August 31, 2026, the Commission's President speaks at the podium to address participants. He is seated alongside other high-level UNCTAD officials, including the Acting Secretary-General of UNCTAD and the Secretary, who follow the proceedings. The photograph, captured from the perspective of the assembly floor, highlights the formal, collaborative atmosphere of the multilateral meeting. A7407608.jpg

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Investment, Enterprise and Development Commission, 16th session 4 A delegate speaks during the 16th session of the Investment, Enterprise and Development Commission on August 31, 2026. Wearing a blue suit, glasses, and a patterned tie, he addresses the assembly from a panel table equipped with microphones. Beside him, other participants, including a woman with glasses and a woman in a light-colored hijab, listen attentively to the proceedings. A7407594.jpg

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Investment, Enterprise and Development Commission, 16th session 3 A speaker sits at the panel table behind a placard reading "Directrice, Division de la technologie et de la logistique" during the 16th session of the UNCTAD Investment, Enterprise and Development Commission on August 31, 2026. Wearing a beige blazer and glasses, she addresses the room while speaking into a microphone. In the blurred foreground, delegates and participants are seated at their desks, listening to the proceedings. A7407820.jpg

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Investment, Enterprise and Development Commission, 16th session 2 A representative participates in the 16th session of the Investment, Enterprise and Development Commission, captured on August 31, 2026. Seated at a conference table with microphones in the foreground, she wears a beige blazer, a black top, glasses, and a pearl necklace. The professional setting reflects the formal atmosphere of the UNCTAD-organized event. A7407816.jpg

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Investment, Enterprise and Development Commission, 16th session 1 Ambassador Hend Al-Muftah, Permanent Representative of Qatar, and Shamika Sirimanne, Director of the Division on Technology and Logistics at UNCTAD, engage in a conversation during the 16th session of the Investment, Enterprise and Development Commission on August 31, 2026. Standing at the conference table in Geneva, the two delegates discuss key issues ahead of the formal proceedings. Their nameplates, designating their official roles, are visible on the table in front of them. A7407519.jpg

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Empretec entrepreneurs at FounderX, Silicon Valley 3 Representatives from UN Trade & Development (UNCTAD) and the Founder Institute sign a collaborative agreement during the FounderX event in Oakland, United States, on August 26, 2026. A large digital screen behind the stage displays the joint branding of both organizations as members of the audience, including Empretec entrepreneurs, applaud and capture the moment on their mobile devices. The gathering highlights strategic efforts to support global startup networks and foster international entrepreneurship. IMG_3153.jpg

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Empretec entrepreneurs at FounderX, Silicon Valley 2 A diverse audience of Empretec entrepreneurs and business professionals gathers for the FounderX 2026 conference in Oakland, United States, on August 26, 2026. On stage, speakers address the seated attendees in front of a large screen displaying the event's branding and partner logos, including the Founder Institute. This VIP gathering highlights international collaboration and networking opportunities for members of the global startup ecosystem. IMG_3151.jpg

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Empretec entrepreneurs at FounderX, Silicon Valley 1 At a FounderX event in Silicon Valley, Arlette Verploegh Chabot, UNCTAD's Head of Enterprise Development, moderates a panel discussion titled "Scaling Beyond Borders: Practical Playbooks for Global Expansion in an AI-Driven World." Seated on stage are international Empretec entrepreneurs and speakers, including Renato Santos from Brazil, Salaal Hasan from the United Arab Emirates, and Kabalano Rampa from Botswana. A large digital backdrop features the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development branding alongside profiles of the presenters, illustrating global efforts to support entrepreneurship. 62d92a07-e8d7-4145-a81b-bd17b27bdd12.jpg

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Side event on the role of e-commerce policy for sustainable economic Development 6 On May 12, 2025, United Nations Trade and Development (UNCTAD) Secretary-General Rebeca Grynspan speaks at a side event on the role of e-commerce policy for sustainable economic development. The panel, co-hosted by the Permanent Mission of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and UNCTAD, includes Torbjörn Fredriksson, Head of the E-Commerce and Digital Economy Branch, alongside Saudi delegates. The stage is flanked by the flags of Saudi Arabia and the United Nations, with a digital backdrop displaying the event's title and host organizations. A7408335.jpg

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Side event on the role of e-commerce policy for sustainable economic Development 5 A panel of international delegates and experts convenes for a side event titled "The Role of e-Commerce Policy for Sustainable Economic Development" on May 12, 2025. Co-hosted by the Permanent Mission of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD), the discussion features representatives from government, international organizations, and the private sector. The speakers are seated at a wooden dais equipped with microphones and nameplates, set against a backdrop of the Saudi Arabian and United Nations flags and a large screen displaying the event details. A7408346.jpg

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Side event on the role of e-commerce policy for sustainable economic Development 4 A panel of international speakers, including UNCTAD Secretary-General Rebeca Grynspan and Torbjörn Fredriksson, Head of the E-Commerce and Digital Economy Branch, discuss sustainable development during a side event on May 12, 2025. The session, titled "The Role of e-Commerce Policy for Sustainable Economic Development," was co-hosted by the Permanent Mission of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and UNCTAD. Seated on the dais, the presenters are flanked by the national flag of Saudi Arabia and the United Nations flag under a large digital presentation screen. A7408334.jpg

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Side event on the role of e-commerce policy for sustainable economic Development 3 On 12 May 2025, Rebeca Grynspan, Secretary-General of UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD), addresses a panel during a side event on the role of e-commerce policy for sustainable economic development. The panel, co-hosted by the Permanent Mission of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and UNCTAD, features international delegates seated before a projection screen and the flags of Saudi Arabia and the United Nations. In the foreground, attendees listen from their desks while a professional video camera frames the conference scene. A7408358.jpg

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Side event on the role of e-commerce policy for sustainable economic Development 2 On May 12, 2025, delegates gather in a large, modern conference room for a side event focused on the role of e-commerce policy for sustainable economic development. Seated at U-shaped wooden desks equipped with microphones, laptops, and interpretation headsets, the diverse group of international representatives engages in discussions. This high-angle perspective highlights the collaborative environment of the meeting, which aims to address key issues in digital trade and policy. A7408355.jpg

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Side event on the role of e-commerce policy for sustainable economic Development 1 On May 12, 2025, a panel of international delegates gathers for a side event addressing the role of e-commerce policy in sustainable economic development. Seated at a long table equipped with microphones and laptops, the speakers, including a woman in a yellow blazer and another in a beige headscarf, engage in discussions in front of a United Nations flag. In the background, other participants and staff follow the proceedings inside the wood-paneled conference room. A7408368.jpg

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