Analysing the potential impact of US tariffs on developing countries
Stories & Blogs ITC (News )Developing countries face some of the stiffest consequences of the latest round of the United States of America (US) tariffs announced on 2 April.
High Commissioner launches appeal for 2025: "Human rights must be one of the top priorities across the globe"
Stories & Blogs OHCHR (Statement )During conflicts and in peacetime; in developing countries but also advanced economies; from historic grievances to emerging risks – we are holding the line for humanity.
How AI helps farmers adapt to climate change: The story of AgriTech Analytics
Stories & Blogs ITC (Story )Smallholder farmers face growing climate challenges, but AgriTech Analytics is using AI-powered data and smart technology to help them build a more sustainable future.
Renewable Energy: How trade policy supports deployment and value addition in developing countries
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Sudan: Escalating violence in Al-Jazirah
Stories & Blogs OHCHR (Press Briefing )High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk is extremely concerned by the escalating hostilities and violence in Sudan’s Al-Jazirah State.
Boosting small businesses led by youth in East Africa
Stories & Blogs ITC (News )The East African Business Council (EABC), in collaboration with the International Trade Centre (ITC) trained young entrepreneurs how to benefit from export opportunities under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
Türk welcomes deal to return Chagos islands to Mauritius, says pending treaty should ensure human rights
Stories & Blogs OHCHR (Press Release )“The political agreement to return sovereignty of the Chagos islands to Mauritius is a historic step in decolonization and realizing the right to self-determination guaranteed in international human rights law,” said Türk.
Türk calls on Tunisia to uphold rule of law and democratic freedoms
Stories & Blogs OHCHR (Press Release )UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk called on the Tunisian authorities to protect the country’s democratic processes and uphold fundamental freedoms after a presidential campaign marred by a crackdown on the opposition, independent activists and journalists