New UN Report on Future of Sustainable Trade Featuring SPPA’s Graeme Auld

UNCTAD’s The Future of Sustainable Trade, written by renowned experts in trade and sustainability, including SPPA Professor Graeme Auld, provides a groundbreaking analysis of how global trade can support the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The report focuses on the intersection of trade, environmental sustainability, and social equity, offering a comprehensive framework for reforming trade systems. It explores the need for trade policies that address climate change, support renewable energy, and reduce environmental degradation. The authors emphasize that trade must prioritize equitable outcomes, ensuring that developing nations are not left behind in the push for sustainability. Through in-depth case studies, the report illustrates how sustainable trade practices have already succeeded in fostering resilience and innovation. Key recommendations include developing green infrastructure, enhancing regional cooperation, and strengthening global governance for sustainable trade. The report also highlights the role of education and capacity-building in equipping nations to transition toward sustainable trade systems.

With its actionable insights, this publication is a vital resource for shaping the future of global trade to benefit people, the planet, and prosperity alike. Excellent work, Professor Auld and team!

Check it out here:
https://unctad.org/publication/future-sustainable-trade