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Implementing the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA):The Effects of Trade Procedures on trade flows
In January 2018, the 10th African Union (AU) Summit of African Heads of States and Governments was held in Kigali. At this occasion, 44 countries had signed the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement. In this study, it is pointed out…
Os indicadores da OCDE para a análise do setor agrícola brasileiro
O artigo tem como objetivo apresentar os indicadores da OCDE para o setor agrícola brasileiro. Primeiramente, são apresentados os principais dados sobre o Brasil presentes no relatório "Perspectivas Agrícolas da OCDE-FAO", em especial para o período…
Improving Employment Prospects for Africa’s Rural Youth: Harnessing the Potential of the Agriculture Sector for Long-Term Job Creation
Rural youth are an important yet underutilised resource for agricultural growth and economic development in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). In rural areas, the prevalence of vulnerable, low-quality jobs constitutes the main labour market challenge. The…
The effects of Nigeria's closed borders on informal trade with Benin
Nigeria’s recent announcement confirming that it is closing its borders to prevent movement of all goods has been met with harsh criticism from neighbors and regional integration advocates. The Buhari administration has justified the decision as a…