Frankfurt, November 14, 2023 - UNIDO, the United Nations Industrial Development Organization, and VDMA today signed a joint declaration of intent in Frankfurt. Together, the two organizations aim to promote inclusive and sustainable industrial development in developing, emerging and transition economies in the future. The declaration was signed at the "From Production to Application: THE #P2X CONFERENCE." The aim is to establish partnership to promote efficient equipment, technology, and investment development in the target countries. Likewise, it foresees to join hands in capacity building for industrial development and industrial diversification there. The focus areas are green hydrogen, agribusiness, the textile and clothing industry, the circular economy, and water and wastewater treatment. 

The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), as a specialized agency of the United Nations, has primary responsibility for promoting inclusive and sustainable industrial development in developing countries, emerging economies, and countries with economies in transition. With its 3,600 members, the VDMA is the largest network organization for mechanical and plant engineering in Germany and Europe. The association represents the common economic, technical, and scientific interests of this unique and diverse industry.

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