Thursday, 14 October 2021

UNCTAD 2021: a critical conference for trade and development

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October 14th 2021
Perspectives
This week: UNCTAD - this year's other critical conference. Plus, why public health leaders must understand the importance of a sustainable vaccine ecosystem.
Economic power play
While the world is understandably focused on COP26, the UNCTAD conference took place at a crucial moment for trade and development. The conference theme was from inequality and vulnerability to prosperity for all ﹘ a lofty and admirable aim, but the challenges developing countries face are increasing.
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Plant-based proteins
Sustainability
Plant-based proteins: building a sustainable future
Which plant-based proteins are the most sustainable, nutritious and commercially viable in the next five to ten years?
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BP rEV Index
BP rEV Index: preparing for the EV transition
The UK is preparing to ban new sales of petrol and diesel cars in 2030. The rEV Index, supported by BP, explores how we can prepare for the transition.
Vaccine acceptance
Health
Vaccines and vaccine acceptance
Dr Laura Kahn explains why public health leaders must understand the importance of a sustainable vaccine ecosystem.
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Now for Next podcast
Globalisation
Now for Next podcast: fostering a digital ecosystem
We spoke to the CEO of Ashok Leyland and senior stakeholders at BCG in India to understand the increasing importance of digital ecosystems.
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