United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) Research Paper
UNCTAD Research Papers provide authoritative data and analysis on trade, investment, finance and technology, offering solutions to the major challenges facing developing countries, particularly the poorest and most vulnerable nations. Beyond tailored analysis and policy recommendations, our research has also generated global standards that govern responsible sovereign lending and borrowing, investment, entrepreneurship, competition and consumer protection and trade rules towards achievement of the 2030 Agenda.
United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) Series on Issues in International Investment Agreements II
UNCTAD's Series on International Investment Agreements analyses the key concepts of core IIA provisions.
The "First-generation Pink Series" or "Series One" (1999-2005) sought to help countries participate as effectively as possible in international investment rulemaking. The "Sequels" or "Series Two" update and complement this Series analysing how key issues in IIA provisions have evolved, particularly focusing on treaty practice and arbitral decisions. In line with UNCTAD's mandate the Sequels analyse the development impact of IIA provisions and their respective formulations, and give policy options that strengthen the sustainable-development aspect of IIAs.
Both generations represent a standard reference tool for IIA negotiators, policymakers, the private sector, academia and other stakeholders.
United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) World Investment Report (WIR)
The World Investment Report focuses on trends in foreign direct investment (FDI) worldwide, at the regional and country levels and emerging measures to improve its contribution to development. Overviews of the report are also available in all official UN languages.