Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDC3)
Awaza, Turkmenistan
Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDC3)
Driving Progress through partnerships
Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs), lacking direct sea access, face hurdles in trade, connectivity, and development. Without coastal ports, they rely on transit nations, causing higher trade costs and delays. Despite challenges, LLDCs host vibrant communities with untapped potential.
The Third UN Conference on LLDCs offers a chance to explore solutions and forge partnerships, addressing challenges and unlocking their full potential for a more equitable and prosperous future.
Latest Announcements
UN Summit in Turkmenistan Adopts Awaza Declaration to Accelerate Development in Landlocked Nations
Key Impact Points: The Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDC3) concluded Friday in Awaza, Turkmenistan, with the adoption of the Awaza Declaration—a political commitment to accelerate sustainable development
Investing in the future: Addressing economic and social challenges in LLDCs – Thomas Östros
By Thomas Östros – Vice President, European Investment Bank Landlocked developing countries (LLDCs) face unique economic and social challenges due to their geographical constraints. At the European Investment Bank (EIB)
10 Key Facts About the World’s Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs)
Key Impact Points: Geographic Disadvantages Limit Trade On average, LLDCs are 1,370 kilometres from the nearest port, making it harder to join global markets. Enhanced connectivity and digital infrastructure are
Rising Global Tariffs Threaten LLDC Economies, UNDP Urges Strategic Diversification
LLDCs Face Heightened Trade Risks New York – August 2025: Global trade uncertainties and rising tariffs are hitting Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs) harder than their coastal counterparts, according to a
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Thought Leaders
This collection of think pieces was compiled by the United Nations Office of the High Representative
for the Least Developed Countries,
Landlocked Developing Countries and Small Island Developing
States (UN‑OHRLLS).
DOREEN BOGDAN-MARTIN
ITU Secretary-Genera
GERD MÜLLER
UNIDO Director General
PAMELA COKE‑HAMILTON
ITC Executive Director
SANDRA OJIAMBO
CEO and Executive Director, of the UN Global Compact
AMIR DOSSAL
President and CEO of the Global Partnerships Forum
