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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 first semester, four courses will be provided at Palais des Nations - on 20 February, 26 March, 14 April, and 15 May 2026. respectively. 

    The first semester in 2026 includes:

    • Friday 20 February 2026, 10 a.m. (Room XII) - Trade and Gender from the lens of UNCTAD
    • Thursday 26 March 2026, 10 a.m. (Room XII) - Understanding Poverty in Developing Countries 
    • Tuesday 14 April 2026, 10 a.m. (Room XII) - UNCTAD Trade and Development Foresights 2026
    • Friday 15 May 2026, 10 a.m. (Room XII) - Trade Preferences Outlook 2025: Navigating in Times of Uncertainty