THE United Nations Global Supply Chain Forum, convened by UN Trade and Development , emphasized the urgent need for decarbonizing global shipping amidst escalating disruptions caused by geopolitical tensions and climate change.Unctad highlights the imperative of transitioning to zero-emission fuels and optimizing logistics systems, particularly in developing countries with renewable energy resources.
The forum, hosted by the government of Barbados and attended by over 1,000 participants, including UN officials, government representatives and industry leaders, addresses the compounded effects of climate change, geopolitical tensions and the Covid-19 pandemic on global supply chains.Efforts to decarbonize global shipping are emphasized, focusing on developing countries with renewable energy resources.