During the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries, held in the ‘Avaza’ National Tourist Zone, Rwanda's Minister of Trade and Industry Prudence Sebahizi highlighted the systemic difficulties faced by such countries, particularly in logistics and trade. This was reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan.

According to him, the delivery of goods is more expensive and time-consuming for such countries than for coastal countries, which reduces their competitiveness.

The Minister noted the importance of the Awaza Action Programme for 2024-2034, which offers real solutions, and spoke about Rwanda's steps to improve logistics and attract investment in infrastructure. Among the key priorities, he named political commitment, the development of transport and trade infrastructure, and increasing competitiveness.

Prudence Sebahizi called for international solidarity and a strategic approach to solving problems, noting that landlocked countries are ready not only to talk about difficulties, but also to work actively to overcome them.