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Trade Policies for Africa to Tackle Covid-19

Abstract

Covid-19 is a global problem to which some of the usual global solutions, like trade, can help. Trade remains a powerful, low-cost tool to improve access to medical supplies and expertise, and support economic resilience. The following recommended short, medium and longer term trade policy actions can fuel the African response to the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Author(s)
United Nations Economic Commission for Africa African Trade Policy Centre
Langues(s)
English
Focus topic
  • Agricultural Value Chains / Agri-Businesses
  • Institutions / Organizations
  • Market / Trade
Focus region
Middle East & North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa
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