UN backs AfCFTA as countries get set for implementation
THE United Nations has pledged its full support to the African Union as member nations begin the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area .
Ms. Mohammed assured the AU of UN’s readiness to work in partnership with African countries as they move to implement the historic and game-changing agreement. “This will help to ensure that trade policy is both gender-sensitive and responds to demographic realities, thereby contributing more fully to sustainable development,” the UN deputy chief said.
“But as you have recognised, it is a first step. Realising its full potential will require changes and improvements in several important areas, including infrastructure development, capacity to export, and non-tariff barriers,” Ms. Mohammed added.
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