Global LLDC Workshop

Trade and Transport Connectivity in Landlocked Developing Countries: Cost Estimation, Bankable Projects, and Digital Innovation

Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs) face persistent challenges in accessing global markets due to geographical constraints, high transport and trade costs, and limited infrastructure connectivity. This set of interconnected workshops under the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development Sub-Fund, convenes policymakers from LLDCs with technical experts and practitioners to strengthen evidence-based approaches for developing and financing trade and transport connectivity.

This Global Workshop for LLDCs comprises two interconnected workshops.

The first two-day workshop focuses on equipping participants with practical tools for assessing transport and trade constraints and bottlenecks along transit corridors. This involves theory and hands-on training on a suite of easily applicable top-down and bottom-up tools followed by peer learning, experience sharing, and the exchange of policy best practices, to strengthen evidence-based policy design.

The second builds on the previous sessions to focus on how to develop related bankable infrastructure projects and leverage digital solutions for trade and transport facilitation. Participants will explore practical insights into project preparation, financing strategies, and digital integration. Participating financial and technical institutions will provide guidance and demonstrations.

More details on venue and dates coming shortly.