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International value chains

    Overview

    Micro, small and medium-sized enterprises or MSMEs in developing countries are crucial providers of jobs and income, and essential for inclusive economic growth. But it can be challenging for these enterprises to offer differentiated, value-added products that attract foreign investors and multinational companies.


    Companies and governments may not work together at the sector level, support services are weak or non-existent and business networks insufficiently mature. MSMEs may also lack adequate managerial skills, production capabilities, marketing expertise, innovative potential, financing and strong sector linkages.  


    ITC addresses these challenges by building competitiveness at the sector level and helping MSMEs develop products with strong international export potential. We equip business support organizations (BSOs) with up-to-date services to support clients and advocate for improvements on issues of value to MSMEs. We also focus on the value of goods or services that can be created and retained within a country. 


    ITC is:

    International Value Chains
    International Value Chains

    ITC contact

    Business development officer - Sector and Enterprise Competitiveness
    Nadia
    Ben Ammar Rouaissia
    Email
    benammar [at] intracen.org