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Africa: COVID-19 Straw Breaks Free Trade Camel's Back
IPS, 19 May 2020
Economic growth is supposed to be the tide that lifts all boats. According to the conventional wisdom until recently, growth in China, India and East Asian countries took off… Read more »
The 'Miracle' of East Asian Economies May Not Work For Africa
Economic growth is supposed to be the tide that lifts all boats. While developing countries are being encouraged to follow examples set by China, India and south east Asia and liberalize trade and attract foreign investment, one expert believes that Africa has untapped potential and should think regional, writes Jomo Kwame Sundaram for IPS.
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The Tripartite Free Trade Area aims to boost intra-Africa trade through the creation of a wider market, increased investment flows, enhanced competitiveness and the ... Read more »
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The AfCFTA, widely touted as an economic saviour, was signed and ratified in record time and was due to come into effect on July 1, 2020. The kickoff will probably be postponed ... Read more »
