Special support measures for the least developed countries

The least developed countries (LDCs) derive special support measures both from the donor community, including bilateral donors and multilateral organizations, as well as from the special treatment accorded to them by certain multilateral and regional trade agreements. Currently, the major support measures extended to countries with LDC status vary among development partners and relate primarily to trade preferences and the volume of offi cial development assistance (ODA). These measures fall into three main areas: (a) international trade; (b) offi cial development assistance, including development fi nancing and technical cooperation; and (c) other forms of assistance.

Related Subject(s): Economic and Social Development