Informal JAG - 24 November ITC’s Comparative Advantage

Informal JAG - 24 November Findings Evaluation affirms ITC’s strong comparative advantage Clear division of labour between ITC and its parent bodies (UNCTAD and WTO) ITC activities directly relevant to MDGs and DDA

Informal JAG - 24 November Key Comparative Advantages Specific TRTA mandate Emphasis on trade development and strategies Strong technical competencies Accumulated knowledge and experience Convening power with business and trade development communities

Informal JAG - 24 November Clear Division of Labour ITC focus on practical trade development Close collaboration at all levels Efforts will continue to strengthen partnership with parent organisations and reinforce synergies

Informal JAG - 24 November Addressing MDGs and DDA ITC will strengthen efforts in measuring its contribution in context of MDG lens Modalities still to be defined EPRP programme provides insights Working more with informal sector as response to MDGs not always possible Request for new RB post to coordinate its response to MDGs