Trade and Investment
Removing trade barriers in the developing world
The Forum's Global Trade Alliance has generated a 673% return on investment with its projects removing trade barriers in developing countries.
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UPS
UPS (NYSE: UPS) is a global leader in logistics offering a broad range of solutions, including the transportation of packages and freight, the facilitation of international trade, and the deployment of advanced technology to more efficiently manage the world of business. Headquartered in Atlanta, it serves more than 220 countries and territories worldwide. Through a range of innovative global programmes, the UPS Foundation has developed a multi-sector commitment to urgent humanitarian relief and resilience.
Impact
Plastics and the Environment
Accelerating reuse models to achieve a world free of plastic waste
By promoting reusable packaging, the World Economic Forum is helping reduce plastic waste.
Ukraine
Delivering lifesaving supplies to countries facing humanitarian crisis
The Forum's Logistics Emergency Team, comprised of four of the biggest global transport companies, delivered aid to Ukraine amidst the humanitarian crisis.
3 articles from UPS
Small and Medium Sized Enterprises
The digital divide: Why SMEs must cross borders
As trade becomes increasingly digital, the success of small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) increasingly hinges on their abilities to cross borders – something that must be facilitated
Trade and Investment
5 ways trade can support a gender-equal recovery
The WTO must ensure trade policies help women disproportionally affected by COVID-19. Creating opportunities for women can aid global economic recovery.
Trade and Investment
3 ways the new Trade Facilitation Agreement will transform Latin America
The Trade Facilitation Agreement will make Latin American trade faster, cheaper and more secure.
