ITC - International Trade Centre

Published purpose

This project supports an independent evaluation of the International Trade Centre to help improve the Centre’s effectiveness and efficiency. The evaluation aims to develop concrete recommendations to improve the impact, strategic directions and management of the Centre. It also seeks to strengthen the ability of contributors such as Canada to account for their efforts. The evaluation includes a comprehensive desk review, country case studies and interviews with key stakeholders, and is following international best practices. Other Centre donors are also contributing to the evaluation. The Centre acts as the focal point within the United Nations system for trade-related assistance to developing countries. Established in 1968, its mission is to help small enterprises in developing countries achieve success as exporters. The Centre provides assistance by making policy environments friendlier for export business, by strengthening the institutions that provide support to exporters, and by assisting small export enterprises and communities to reach global markets with products and services.