Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs) are isolated from global markets because of the lack of direct territorial access to the sea. Their geographical constraints and remoteness create many challenges. This low transport connectivity causes lower levels of trade compared to transit countries and the world average.
LLDCs Publications
12 April 2022
Developing countries still have to regain lost ground from the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic has put more countries at risk of debt distress, constrained their fiscal space and hampered economic growth. The war in Ukraine is exacerbating all these challenges.
24 September 2021
These learning materials were developed for capacity building activities to strengthen capacity to develop bankable transport infrastructure projects and transport connectivity in landlocked developing countries and transit countries.
28 August 2021
Energy can create transformational opportunities. For the 759 million people in the world who lack access to electricity, the introduction of clean energy solutions can bring vital services such as improved healthcare, better education and affordable broadband, creating new jobs, livelihoods and sustainable economic value to reduce poverty.
13 August 2021
Better?transit systems and?operations?at?international borders are needed if the world¡¯s?Landlocked Developing Countries?are to be able to?build back better and be resilient to future?pandemics and?emergencies.?
21 May 2021
28 February 2021
The impact of the pandemic on landlocked developing countries (LLDCs) has been distinct. Given the LLDCs¡¯ geographical constraints, prevention and mitigation measures such as border closures and restrictions have had resounding effects on this group of countries, such as on the timely delivery and availability of necessary goods and flow of income.
04 September 2020
Over 80% of global merchandise trade travels by sea. But 32 developing countries have no direct access to the open water.