Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic | 9–10 December 2025
Kyrgyzstan has taken a major step toward strengthening its trade competitiveness by hosting a high level United Nations workshop focused on reducing the trade and transport costs faced by landlocked developing countries (LLDCs).
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia | 4–5 December 2025
Mongolia has reinforced its leadership among landlocked developing countries (LLDCs) by hosting a high level United Nations workshop aimed at reducing trade and transport costs through evidence based policymaking.
The 606 million people of the 32 Landlocked Developing Countries are among the most climate- vulnerable nations, facing a unique combination of geographic, economic, and institutional challenges that amplify their exposure to climate change. The establishment of the LLDC Group under the UNFCCC in 2025 and the adoption of the Programme of Action for LLDCs (2024– 2034) mark a turning point.
Bujumbura, Burundi | 10–11 November 2025
Burundi has taken a decisive step toward reducing trade and transport costs after hosting a high level United Nations workshop aimed at strengthening evidence based policymaking for landlocked developing countries (LLDCs).
Harare, Zimbabwe | 5–6 November 2025
Zimbabwe has taken a significant step toward strengthening trade competitiveness and regional connectivity after hosting a landmark United Nations workshop aimed at reducing the high trade and transport costs faced by landlocked developing countries (LLDCs).
Harare, Zimbabwe
On the afternoon of September 26, 2025, during the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly, Ministers and High-Level Officials from the 32 Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs) convened for a landmark Ministerial Meeting.
The Awaza Programme of Action for the Decade 2024-2034 was adopted by the General Assembly in December 2024. The adoption of the Programme of Action marked a pivotal milestone in the collective efforts to accelerate inclusive and sustainable development in LLDCs.
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