Micro, Small and Medium Sized Enterprises (MSMEs) Day 2023

Join the The International Council for Small Business at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City on June 27 for MSME Day 2023, a dynamic event dedicated to celebrating the crucial role of Micro-, Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (MSMEs) in achieving the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

On April 6, 2017, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution (A/71/279) recognizing the significance of MSMEs in driving inclusive and sustainable economic growth. In collaboration with the International Council for Small Business (ICSB), the Permanent Mission of Argentina to the UN authored this resolution, which was co-sponsored by 54 member states, representing over 5 billion people.

Globally, MSMEs and self-employed workers account for approximately 90 percent of all businesses and contribute to over two-thirds of employment. These enterprises hold the potential to transform economies, foster job creation, and promote equitable economic growth if given adequate support. The MSME Day event aims to highlight their pivotal role and explore opportunities for their further advancement.