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  • Short Courses for Geneva-based Diplomats - 2026 series

    		  

    The UNCTAD secretariat is pleased to announce another series of short courses in 2026 on key international economic issues for delegates from permanent missions to the United Nations Office at Geneva and the World Trade Organization.

    The aim of the courses is to give delegates from permanent missions an opportunity to become better acquainted with topical issues and developments in the international economic agenda as they are reflected in the work of UNCTAD. More detailed information on the content of individual courses may be found below.

    In the second semester, four courses will be provided at Palais des Nations - on 28 September, 3 November, 20 November and 15 December 2026. respectively. 

    The second semester in 2026 includes:

    • Monday 28 September 2026, 10 a.m. (Room: Council Chamber) - The UNCTAD Borrowers’ Platform: Strengthening Capacity for Sovereign Debt Management
    • Tuesday 3 November 2026, 10 a.m. (Room: Council Chamber) - UNCTAD on Voluntary Sustainability Standards and how they interrelate to Sustainable Production, International Trade, and Market Access
    • Friday 20 November 2026, 10 a.m. (Room: Council Chamber) - UNCTAD Trade and Development Report 2026
    • Tuesday 15 December 2026,10 a.m. (Room: Council Chamber) - Building an inclusive digital economy: E commerce, digital trade and global governance