2024 年贸易援助概览

About the OECD The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development worksto build better policies for better lives. Together with governments,policymakers and citizens, it works on establishing evidence-basedinternational standards and finding solutions to a range of social,economic and environmental challenges. About the WTO The World Trade Organization is the international body dealing withthe global rules of trade between nations. Its main function is toensure that trade flows as smoothly, predictably and freely as possible,with a level playing field for all its members. Disclaimer This work is published under the responsibility of theSecretary-General of the OECD and of the WTO Secretariat.The opinions expressed and arguments employed hereindo not necessarily reflect the official views of the Membercountries of the OECD, or the members of the WTO. The names and representations of countries and territoriesused in this joint publication follow the practice of the WTO. The designations employed in this publication, as well asany data, map and presentation of material therein do notimply the expression of any opinion whatsoever on the partof the OECD and the WTO and are without prejudice tothe legal status of or sovereignty over any country, areaor territory, the delimitation of international frontiers andboundaries, and to the name of any territory, city or area. Aid forTradeat aGlance 2024 Contents Foreword4Acknowledgements6Executive summary7Introduction12 Aid for Trade priorities16 2Financing Aid for Tradepriorities74 3Impact and effectivenessof Aid for Trade108 Abbreviations140 Bibliography141 Foreword The WTO’s 13thMinisterial Conference(MC13), which took place earlier thisyear in Abu Dhabi, reaffirmed theinternational community’s sharedcommitment to promote inclusive andsustainable development through trade. Aidfor Trade remains a critical element of ourcollective commitment to ensuring that thebenefits of trade are shared more widely,particularly with developing economies andleast-developed countries (LDCs). changing climate, trade remains a vital toolfor advancing global development – andconsequently, so does Aid for Trade. Thedigital transformation is reshaping trade,creating new opportunities and challengesfor developing economies – and Aid forTrade needs to support digital infrastructureand build capacity to ensure that no countryis left behind. Similarly, climate change andenvironmental sustainability are centralissues, impacting trade patterns andshaping development priorities. Aid forTrade must address these challenges byhelping developing economies transition tocleaner, more sustainable economies.Shifting geopolitical dynamics andpressures for fragmentation in global supplychains also underscore the importance ofbuilding the infrastructure and partnershipsneeded to pursue greater resilience,including through what the WTO calls“re-globalization”: diversifying productionand trade networks, providing opportunitiesto marginalized groups and communities.Aid for Trade has a critical role to play here. MC13 emphasized the role that Aid forTrade can play to support economic growth,poverty reduction and sustainabledevelopment. Recognizing the significantchallenges faced by developing economiesand LDCs, ministers underscored the needto enhance trade-related capacity buildingand support to facilitate their integrationinto the global economy. This commitmentis reflected in the Aid for Trade prioritiesoutlined by developing economies anddonors, which echo the objectives set forthin the Abu Dhabi Ministerial Declaration. The 2024 joint OECD–WTO Aid for Trademonitoring and evaluation (M&E) exerciseprovides valuable insights into the progressmade since the Initiative’s start in 2006 andthe challenges ahead. It highlights therelevance of targeted interventions in keyareas such as infrastructure development,agriculture and digitalization, which areessential for building resilient and inclusiveeconomies. Innovative financing mechanisms areneeded to address new challenges andfinance trade-related needs. Traditionalforms of development finance are understress, which calls for new models andfresh approaches. This means engaging abroader array of actors, including the privatesector, and leveraging sustainable financeand blended finance mechanisms. Bytapping into these innovative approaches,we can complement traditional publicfunding and better support trade integrationand development efforts. As we navigate the complexities of thepost-pandemic world, amidst geopoliticaltensions, increasing debt burdens and a In conclusion, the 2024 edition of the jointWTO–OECD Aid for Trade at a Glancereaffirms our continuing commitment toleveraging trade as a force for development.By investing in Aid for Trade, we can unlocknew opportunities for growth, create jobsand promote inclusive development. As we look ahead, let us work together to ensurethe Aid for Trade Initiative remains effectiveand relev