1. Informal JAG - 24 November 20051 ITC’s Comparative Advantage

2. Informal JAG - 24 November 20052. 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

3. Informal JAG - 24 November 20053. 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

4. Informal JAG - 24 November 20054. 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

5. Informal JAG - 24 November 20055. 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