International Day of Awareness of the Special Development Needs and Challenges of LLDCs

Joint General Assembly–Economic and Social Council special thematic event on the midterm review of the Doha Programme of Action for the Least Developed Countries. Held in accordance with General Assembly resolution A/RES/80/150 of 18 December 2025 Opening segment Plenary segment Closing segment Joint General Assembly–Economic and Social Council special thematic event on the midterm review of the Doha Programme of Action for the Least Developed Countries - General Assembly, 80th session, 2026 | ECOSOC, 2026 session 03:01:04 General Assembly

Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan and Rabab Fatima, Secretary-General of the Conference and UN Under-Secretary-General for OHRLLS will brief journalists on key outcomes of the Conference. Speakers: Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan (tbc) Rabab Fatima, Secretary-General of the Conference and UN Under-Secretary-General for OHRLLS Moderated by May Yaacoub, Spokesperson, LLDC3 Conference Related Sites and Documents:  Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries website Watch the closing Press Conference of the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDC3)! Conferences

The  Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries website  opens an opportunity to explore meaningful partnerships to unlock the potential of landlocked developing countries. Closing Session/Adoption of the new Programme of Action and Political Declaration Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs), lacking direct sea access, face hurdles in trade, connectivity, and development. Without coastal ports, they rely on transit nations, causing higher trade costs and delays. Despite challenges, LLDCs host vibrant communities with untapped potential. The Third UN Conference on LLDCs offers a chance to explore solutions and forge partnerships, addressing challenges and unlocking their full potential for a more equitable and prosperous future. Watch the third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries: Closing Session (LLDC3)!

  The briefing will focus on the Technology Bank's ongoing initiatives to support STI ecosystems in Least Developed Countries, particularly in the context of digital transformation, knowledge sharing, and inclusive innovation. Key topics include capacity-building for research institutions, facilitation of technology transfer, and partnerships aimed at bridging the digital divide. Speakers: Deodat Maharaj, Managing Director, United Nations Technology Bank for Least Developed Countries Moderated by May Yaacoub, Spokesperson, LLDC3 Conference Related Sites and Documents:  Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries website Press Conference: United Nations Technology Bank for Least Developed Countries (LLDC3) Conferences

The Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries opens an opportunity to explore meaningful partnerships to unlock the potential of landlocked developing countries. Closing Session/Adoption of the new Programme of Action and Political Declaration Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs), lacking direct sea access, face hurdles in trade, connectivity, and development. Without coastal ports, they rely on transit nations, causing higher trade costs and delays. Despite challenges, LLDCs host vibrant communities with untapped potential. The Third UN Conference on LLDCs offers a chance to explore solutions and forge partnerships, addressing challenges and unlocking their full potential for a more equitable and prosperous future. Watch the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries: Closing Session (LLDC3)! Conferences

This session will discuss the financing gaps that hinder the sustainable development of LLDCs. Domestic resource mobilization will be emphasized as crucial for development, but LLDCs will continue to rely heavily on external financing, such as Official Development Assistance (ODA) and Foreign Direct Investment (FDI). The round table will stress the need for innovative financing mechanisms and international partnerships to meet infrastructure and development needs. The role of remittances and debt sustainability will also be examined, highlighting the necessity of creating favorable conditions for investment and debt relief. Related Sites and Documents:  Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries website and  Concept note .   Round Table 5: Provision and mobilization of resources, and strengthened global partnerships for sustainable development in landlocked developing countries (LLDC3) Conferences