Lima Declaration for inclusive and sustainable industrial development

We, the Heads of State and Government, or our representatives, gathered at the fifteenth session of the General Conference of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization in Lima, Peru, reaffirm and deepen our commitment towards achieving inclusive and sustainable industrial development.
The underlying principles of the first Lima Declaration adopted in 1975 have stood the test of time: industrialization is an indispensable route to development. Industry increases productivity and generates income, thereby reducing poverty and providing opportunities for social inclusion. As countries further develop their industries, the motivation to increase value added drives an increased application of science, technology and innovation, encourages greater investment in skills and education, and provides the resources to meet broader development outcomes.