The annual Ministerial Meeting of the Least Developed Countries continues to serve as an important platform for LDCs to deliberate and strategize on critical issues concerning development, economic growth, and sustainable progress. This year's meeting holds particular significance, as it takes place in the immediate aftermath of the Summit of the Future and amidst the accelerated preparations for the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4). LDCs must not miss the opportunity to reflect on their challenges and problems and demand enhanced support and cooperation in FfD4. These milestones are crucial in determining whether multilateralism and development finance will evolve to adequately address the unique needs and challenges faced by LDCs, guiding them toward sustainable development.

LDCs express deep appreciation for the ongoing support from all development partners and stakeholders, which is outlined in the roadmap on accelerated implementation of the DPoA prepared by OHRLLS. However, as the most vulnerable group of countries, disproportionately facing emerging shocks and historical inequalities, the need for sustained international support is more pressing than ever. In this context, the ministerial meeting will focus on accelerated mainstreaming and implementation of the Doha Programme of Action and its key deliverables. This will make important contributions to bolster the implementation of the sustainable development goals.

The Meeting will provide an opportunity for the ministers and representatives to share their experiences, highlighting both the progress made and the challenges faced amidst ongoing global crises. Additionally, it will allow the Friends of LDCs to provide updates on their continued support and share updates on potential avenues for strengthening assistance to the least developed countries.

Documents

• Concept NotePDF
• AgendaPDF
• Ministerial DeclarationPDF

Statements

Opening Session

• Remarks by H.E. Dr. Arzu Rana Deuba, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Nepal, Chair of the Global Coordination Bureau of LDCsWord document
• Remarks by H.E. Philemon Yang, President of the General AssemblyWord document
• Remarks by H.E. Rabab Fatima, Under Secretary General and High Representative for LDCs, LLDCs and SIDS

Statements by Ministers from LDCs and the Friends of LDCS

• Statement by AfghanistanWord document
• Statement by AngolaWord document
• Statement by AustraliaWord document
• Statement by BelgiumWord document
• Statement by Burkina FasoPDF
• Statement by CambodiaPDF
• Statement by ChinaWord document
• Statement by EritreaWord document
• Statement by EthiopiaPDF
• Statement by GuineaWord document
• Statement by IndiaWord document
• Statement by JapanWord document
• Statement by Lao PDRWord document
• Statement by LesothoWord document
• Statement by MadagascarWord document
• Statement by MalawiWord document
• Statement by NepalWord document
• Statement by NorwayWord document
• Statement by Timor-LesteWord document
• Statement by TuvaluPDF
• Statement by UgandaWord document
• Statement by YemenWord document
• Statement by ZambiaWord document