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Sustainable development is a broad, complex field with many overlapping, interconnected issues. It can be hard to stay on top of where progress is being made, what new issues are emerging, and how current events are shifting us in new directions. IISD’s experts have the insight you need.

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World Trade Organization 14th Ministerial Conference Outcomes: Wins, progress, and deal-breakers

Expectations going into the World Trade Organization’s 14th Ministerial Conference were light. The outcomes were even lighter.

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March 30, 2026

How the Energy Shock Could Deepen Debt Risks in Developing Economies

For countries already carrying heavy debt loads, rising energy and food prices due to the conflict in the Middle East are now threatening to tip fragile macroeconomic positions over the edge. Fernando Morra and Anahí Wiedenbrüg ask who will pay the price and why the answer goes beyond the energy bill.

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March 26, 2026

How Europe Can Shield Consumers From Oil Price Shocks

With conflict spreading across the Gulf, oil and gas prices are peaking. European governments are looking to protect consumers and energy security.

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March 19, 2026

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How the Energy Shock Could Deepen Debt Risks in Developing Economies

For countries already carrying heavy debt loads, rising energy and food prices due to the conflict in the Middle East are now threatening to tip fragile macroeconomic positions over the edge. Fernando Morra and Anahí Wiedenbrüg ask who will pay the price and why the answer goes beyond the energy bill.
Insight March 26, 2026

Making the most of water

As we face an increasingly unpredictable climate, water storage projects are already making Manitoba farms more resilient. Now we need to ramp these efforts up, so that the whole province — from farmers to everyday citizens — enjoy the benefits. IISD water policy expert Ashley Rawluk explains why it’s time to embrace water storage.
Insight February 2, 2026