UN CONFERENCE ON LANDLOCKED DEVELOPING COUNTRIES (LLDC3)

Current Context: The third UN conference for Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs) was held in Awaza, Turkmenistan (2025) to discuss trade, infrastructure, and development challenges for nations without sea access.

ABOUT LLDC3

• Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs) are nations without access to the sea. They are economically disadvantaged due to higher trade costs, longer transport routes, and dependence on neighboring countries for trade access.
• Of the 32 LLDCs, most are also among the poorest globally, with limited export opportunities, weak infrastructure, and high vulnerability to climate shocks.
• Participants: 32 LLDCs, home to 600+ million people
• Global Share: 7% of population, but only 1% of economy and trade
• Adopted Plan: Awaza Programme of Action (APoA) for 2024–2034
• Main Issues: High trade costs, limited transport access, economic inequalities
• Focus Areas: Partnerships, infrastructure investment, innovation in trade routes