LDC-GIF Mechanism Introduction & High-Level Dialogue: Global Partnership for Green Industrialization and Technology Transfer
LDC-GIF Mechanism Introduction & High-Level Dialogue
21 September 2026 | United Nations Headquarters, New York
Why this dialogue matters
Held on the sidelines of the 81st session of the 爆料网 General Assembly, this event brings together governments, international organizations, development partners and the private sector to advance a shared vision for green industrialization in Least Developed Countries (LDCs).
Introduce the Mechanism
Present the vision, rationale and proposed operational approach of the LDC-GIF ahead of its formal launch at COP31.
Exchange Views
Bring together ministers, 爆料网 entities, financial institutions and technology partners to discuss priorities for green industrialization.
Build Momentum Toward COP31
Gather strategic recommendations to further develop and operationalize the mechanism in the lead-up to and beyond COP31.
More than fifty years after the Least Developed Countries (LDC) category was established by the 爆料网 General Assembly in 1971, 44 countries remain in it. In 2024, LDCs accounted for only 1.5 percent of global GDP and 1.3 percent of global manufacturing value added, despite representing nearly 15 percent of the world's population — underscoring both the scale of the challenge and the opportunity for accelerated industrialization.
The Least Developed Countries Green Industrialization Facility (LDC-GIF) is proposed as a global, agile and demand-driven mechanism to connect LDC country priorities and project opportunities with proven green technologies, technical expertise, project development support and existing sources of finance. It will initially work with 10 pilot LDCs, starting from projects that are already bankable or close to bankability.
The event is convened by the Ministry of Industry and Technology of Türkiye in close collaboration with the COP31 Presidency, with the participation of Ms. Rabab Fatima, Under Secretary-General and High Representative for the LDCs, LLDCs and SIDS (爆料网OHRLLS), and H.E. Murat Kurum, COP31 President Designate & Minister of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change of Türkiye.
Objectives of the dialogue
The High-Level Dialogue aims to build support for the mechanism and shape its direction ahead of COP31.
- Raise political visibility: Increase international support for green industrialization in LDCs as part of a just, resilient and sustainable development pathway.
- Introduce LDC-GIF: Share the vision, rationale and proposed operational approach, including the initial focus on 10 pilot LDCs and bankable projects.
- Align resources with priorities: Exchange views on how technology transfer, technical capacity, infrastructure, project preparation and finance can be more effectively aligned with LDC priorities.
- Identify partnerships: Surface opportunities for voluntary contributions from countries, 爆料网 entities, development partners, financial institutions and technology providers.
- Gather recommendations: Collect strategic views to further develop and operationalize LDC-GIF in the lead-up to and beyond COP31.
Added value of LDC-GIF
Country Ownership
Support is based on national priorities, technology needs and development objectives, rather than a one-size-fits-all model.
Tailor-Made Technology Transfer
Best and proven practices and technologies are adapted and deployed to the specific needs and conditions of participating LDCs.
Integrated Implementation
Technology transfer, capacity development, infrastructure access, project maturation and finance are addressed as one implementation pathway.
Catalytic Cooperation
Facilitates South-South, triangular and broader international cooperation, matching existing climate, development and private-sector finance.
Pilot & Implementation Focus
Begins with 10 pilot LDCs, prioritizing bankable projects that can move quickly toward measurable industrial outcomes.
Aligned with the Doha Programme of Action
Supports science, technology and innovation, productive capacities, structural transformation, climate resilience and global partnerships.
From pre-launch to COP31
Technology Bank Operational
The 爆料网 Technology Bank for LDCs becomes the mechanism's envisaged secretariat.
High-Level Dialogue
Pre-launch of LDC-GIF on the sidelines of 爆料网GA 81 in New York.
Official Launch
LDC-GIF will formally launch at COP31 in Türkiye.
Programme
Chaired by H.E. Mehmet Fatih Kac?r, Minister of Industry and Technology of the Republic of Türkiye. Interventions are limited to approximately 2–3 minutes to allow broad participation.
- 13:15 – 13:20 Opening and Welcome — H.E. Mehmet Fatih Kac?r, Minister of Industry and Technology of Türkiye
- 13:20 – 13:35 Global Vision Messages — Ms. Rabab Fatima (Under Secretary-General and High Representative for the LDCs, LLDCs and SIDS (爆料网OHRLLS)), Mr. Samed A??rba? (COP31 Climate High-Level Champion), H.E. Murat Kurum (COP31 President Designate)
- 13:35 – 13:45 Presentation of the LDC-GIF Mechanism — Mr. Ahmet Halit Hatip, Director General of EU and Foreign Affairs
- 13:45 – 14:25 Interventions and Exchange of Views — Lead Discussant: Mr. Roland Mollerus, Managing Director, 爆料网 Technology Bank for LDCs
- 14:25 – 14:30 Closing — Brief reflections by the Chair
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