Publication

This document is an input to the UN Istanbul Summit of Least Developed Countries (LDC) in 2011. The focus is on trade and investment because the authors argue that many LDCs are in a position to diversify their production and exports and embark on a phase of sustainable development. Recommendations are therefore directed at LDCs first, because they are in the driver’s seat. But then governments of developed countries, advanced developing countries and multilateral agencies are asked to pursue more determined and comprehensive support strategies to LDCs. Finally some suggestions are made also to international and national enterprises.