Regional Trade Arrangements in Africa
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Summary:
In recent years, African policymakers have increasingly resorted to regional trade arrangements (RTAs) as a substitute for broad-based trade liberalization. This trend has long-term implications for the effectiveness of trade policy as a tool for poverty reduction and growth. This paper examines the record of RTAs in promoting trade and investment. It also explores policy measures that may help improve RTAs' performance.
Series:
IMF Special Issues
Subject:
Exports International trade Revenue administration Tariffs Taxes Trade barriers Trade facilitation Trade liberalization
English
Publication Date:
September 20, 2005
ISBN/ISSN:
9781589064393
Stock No:
ISIEA2005004
Pages:
53
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