Dr Shamika N. Sirimanne, Director of the Division on Technology and Logistics (UNCTAD) discusses logistics, supply chain, and the role of the post in enabling cross-border trade:

• UNCTAD's mandate and how it carries out its role
• Customs automation with ASYCUDA
• Why some countries are currently benefiting from digital transformation, while others aren't
• Role of the logistics sector in stimulating digital transformation
• Impact of COVID-19 on supply chain and postal networks
• Importance of access to affordable internet access, especially in developing countries
• Industry 4.0 and global trade flows
• Using predictive AI to improve efficiencies and reduce carbon footprint
• Automated System for Customs Data (ASYCUDA) partnership, including UPU and the Customs Declaration System.
• Leveraging eTrade for All to help small businesses flourish
• Role of technology in post-pandemic recovery
• Addressing disparities in digitalisation of trade, especially in the work of UNCTAD, UPU, and other multilateral agencies
• The emerging data divide between developing nations and major multinational platforms