Ian Taylor and Karen Smith present a clear overview to an organization that is at times overlooked and seen to belong to a bygone era. All the key areas are covered by accessibly written chapters, including:

• an overview of UNCTAD: what it is, why it was formed, and why it is important
• how the organization operates today: what it does and how it does it
• key criticisms made against the organization: Is it relevant in...

A much-needed new examination of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), fully covering its history and current activities.

Ian Taylor and Karen Smith present a clear overview to an organization that is at times overlooked and seen to belong to a bygone era. All the key areas are covered by accessibly written chapters, including:

• an overview of UNCTAD: what it is, why it was formed, and why it is important
• how the organization operates today: what it does and how it does it...