Mr. Dulguun Damdin-Od, the Executive Director of the International Think Tank for Landlocked Developing Countries (ITTLLDC), had the honor of meeting with Ms. Matilda Dimovska, the newly appointed Resident Representative of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), and Ms. Lin Cao, Deputy Resident Representative, on September 28, 2023.
During the meeting, Mr. Dulguun Damdin-Od provided a concise overview of ITTLLDC’s multifaceted initiatives and ongoing projects aimed at addressing the unique challenges faced by landlocked developing countries (LLDCs) worldwide. He emphasized the organization’s commitment to research, policy development, and advocacy in support of LLDCs’ sustainable development goals.
The discussion centered on exploring potential areas of collaboration between ITTLLDC and UNDP. Both parties acknowledged the importance of addressing the specific needs of LLDCs in achieving the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and recognized the synergies between their respective mandates. The meeting concluded on a positive note, with a mutual commitment to further discussions and the exploration of concrete avenues for collaboration. The ITTLLDC and UNDP look forward to strengthening their partnership and jointly contributing to the well-being and progress of landlocked developing nations.
