IISD Events
The launch of our new report examines recent and ongoing reforms to agricultural subsidy programs in Malawi, Kenya, and Zambia. It aims to draw out lessons for better aligning public support to agr...
This webinar explored IISD’s latest study on the ESG management practices of Chinese enterprises within global critical mineral supply chains, discussing the challenges of sustainable mineral proce...
Tax incentives are a central feature of national investment laws across emerging markets and developing economies (EMDEs), yet how they are designed, governed, and monitored remains poorly understo...
National investment laws are increasingly recognized as a critical—yet often overlooked—pillar of the international investment governance framework. While much attention has focused on reforming in...
With Canada’s fresh water facing many threats, working together to collect, share, and effectively use freshwater data is more vital than ever.
Join Thomas Saleh, policy advisor, data and technolo...
This session explored how Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), the backbone of African economies, can drive inclusive gains under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). Representin...
Global trade and climate governance are undergoing profound shifts, reshaping how countries, particularly developing economies, compete, grow, and integrate into regional and global value chains. M...
Building a sustainable, low-carbon economy is now a global necessity, but the pace and pathways of decarbonization remain deeply contested. As countries adopt divergent sustainability policies, the...
Small-scale producers are increasingly recognized as the cornerstone of global food production, yet they often lack a voice in shaping international trade rules. The WTO Agriculture Agreement, wide...
Decarbonizing industry requires coordinated action across interconnected value chains, where progress in one sector supports transformation in others. Sectors such as steel, aluminum, electronics, ...
The World Trade Organization (WTO) reports that approximately one-third of global GHG are released in the production of internationally traded products, ranging from agricultural commodities, to st...
Africa’s economic transformation is increasingly driven by digital trade and innovation, with the AfCFTA positioning digitalization as a key enabler of industrialization and inclusive growth. For s...
African economies face persistent challenges in translating trade integration into broad-based economic transformation. Traditional development pathways have emphasized manufacturing-led growth and...
Global decarbonization discussions often focus on major economies, yet developing countries face distinct challenges in competing in the “green subsidy race” due to limited fiscal capacity. This se...
This session explored how innovative solutions—from climate-smart agriculture to sustainable fisheries, digital traceability, and Blue Economy approaches—help smallholder farmers and artisanal fish...
Global trade governance is at a crossroads, presenting both challenges and opportunities to advance a fair, low-carbon, and sustainable future. This session explored how the multilateral trade syst...
Agriculture is a major driver of global deforestation, and Africa’s smallholder farmers are particularly exposed to emerging environmental regulations. The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), which...
Climate policies are reshaping global trade, compelling countries to adapt traditional comparative advantages and seize green growth opportunities. The Action on Climate and Trade (ACT) Initiative,...
The investment required to tackle climate change is unprecedented—especially in emerging economies such as India, where public finance alone cannot meet growing climate and development needs. Mobil...
As global trade becomes increasingly digital, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), which are backbone of economies worldwide, risk being left behind. Reforms such as ePhytos in Ghana and Keny...