CBD : Resumed COP16 resolves deadlock, takes decision on financial mechanism (PRIV)
(Lim Li Ching, London)
Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) have decided to establish the permanent arrangement for the CBD's financial mechanism, for the provision of financial resources to developing country Parties.

UN : Global trade hits record $33 trillion in 2024, but new risks loom (PRIV)
(Kanaga Raja, Penang)
Global trade hit a record $33 trillion in 2024, expanding by 3.7%, or US$1.2 trillion, from 2023, but mounting geoeconomic tensions, protectionist policies, and trade disputes signal likely disruptions ahead, according to UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD).

UN : UNCTAD to hold its biennial global debt conference on 17-19 March (PRIV)
(Kanaga Raja, Penang)
UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) will be holding its International Debt Management Conference from 17 to 19 March in Geneva, a platform to discuss and share experiences on critical developments and challenges facing developing countries in managing their public debt.

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