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

Held on the sidelines of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly, this event brings together governments, international organizations, development partners and the private sector to advance a shared vision for green industrialization in Least Developed Countries (LDCs). The Least Developed Countries Green Industrialization Facility (LDC-GIF) is a proposed global, agile, and demand-driven mechanism designed to connect Least Developed Countries (LDCs) with partnerships, resources, and technology transfer for sustainable green growth. Overview and Goals Core Purpose: Catalyze partnerships, mobilize financial and technical support, and unlock green industrialization opportunities. Timeline: A high-level introductory dialogue served as a pre-launch event, with the official launch planned for COP31 in Türkiye. Operational Approach: Operates as a demand-driven tool to help LDCs navigate the global green transition and avoid economic marginalization. Why It Matters Vulnerability: LDCs fa...

 Morning session of the 2026 International Patriotic Pact Organization Forum (Autumn), hosted at the United Nations Office at Nairobi. The 2026 International Patriotic Pact Organization Forum (Autumn) brings together civil society representatives, experts, international officials and NGO participants to discuss the International Patriotic Pact and the Right to National Development. The forum aims to support dialogue on peace, development, multilateral cooperation and broader participation of civil society from the Global South. Related Sites and Documents: Website Watch the 2026 International Patriotic Pact Organization Forum (Autumn) - Afternoon Session! Live Agencies, Funds & Programmes

Morning session of the 2026 International Patriotic Pact Organization Forum (Autumn), hosted at the United Nations Office at Nairobi. The 2026 International Patriotic Pact Organization Forum (Autumn) brings together civil society representatives, experts, international officials and NGO participants to discuss the International Patriotic Pact and the Right to National Development. The forum aims to support dialogue on peace, development, multilateral cooperation and broader participation of civil society from the Global South. Related Sites and Documents:  Website Watch the 2026 International Patriotic Pact Organization Forum (Autumn) - Morning Session Live Agencies, Funds & Programmes

(Continued) 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. Watch the (Continued) 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! 02:02:07 General Assembly

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)!