The Division also helps countries improve trade performance, particularly for economies in transition, and the land-locked, least developed and island developing countries of the region. It advises on industrial and technological restructuring in the developing countries. This includes the integration of environmental concerns into the development process, the development of energy and natural resources, the reduction of natural disasters and the promotion of space technology application for development. It promotes the integration into society of marginalized groups, namely the poor, disabled persons, the aged and criminal offenders. It promotes the full integration of women in development.
Special consideration is given to the environment, poverty and sustainable development.
The Division also reviews fertility and family planning policies and population structures, including ageing, migration and urbanization. Go to Top Go to Top Go to Pop. It gives advice on how to get socio-economic benefits from the orderly development of tourism, while minimizing its adverse effects. It collects, processes and disseminates data needed for formulating, monitoring and evaluating development plans, and fosters the use of modern technology in the public sector. Go to Top Go to Stat Div.