UNCTAD is a permanent intergovernmental body established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1964.

• It is a part of the UN Secretariat. 
• It is a part of the United Nations Development Group (UNDG). 
• It was formed specifically to handle the problems of developing countries dealing with trade, investment and development issues. 

Important reports published by UNCTAD

1. Trade and Development Report
2. World Investment Report
3. The Least Developed Countries Report
4. Information and Economy Report
5. Technology and Innovation Report
6. Commodities and Development Report