United Nations Economic Commission for Europe
UNITED NATIONS ECONOMIC COMMISSION FOR EUROPE
- UNECE was set up in 1947 by ECOSOC. It is one of five regional commissions of the United Nations.
- Its primary goal is to encourage greater economic cooperation among its member States.
- It focuses on economic analysis, environment and human settlements, statistics, sustainable energy, trade, industry and enterprise development, timber and transport.
- UNECE activities include policy analysis, development of conventions, regulations and standards, and technical assistance.
- UNECE has 55 member States. However, all interested UN member States may participate in its work.
- Over 70 international professional organizations and other non-governmental organizations take part in UNECE activities.