Trade Liberalisation and Economic Development in Africa

ISBN-13: 9780367749088 / Angielski / Twarda / 2021 / 238 str.

Gift Mugano; Michael Brookes

Opis

Offers a rigorous discussion on the impact of trade liberalisation on economic development with a special focus on the African continent. Presents the rationale for trade liberalisation; trade liberalisation frameworks; trade liberalisation economic development nexus; impediments to trade and contemporary issues of international trade.

Spis treści

Part I: Trade Liberalisation Paradox 1. The Rationale of Trade Liberalisation 2. Trade liberalisation Frameworks 3. Obstacles and Barriers to Regional Integration in Africa  4. Trade Liberalisation Nexus Economic Development  5. Contemporary Issues in International Trade Part II: How Africa Must Respond 6. Closing Trade Related Infrastructure Gaps in Africa  7. Building Production Capacities 8. Enhancing Utilisation of Existing Manufacturing Capacities in Africa 9. Enhancing Production through Value Chains 10. Export Promotion Strategies in South Korea: Lessons for Africa 11. Role of Aid For Trade and Development Partners 12. Reflecting on Trade Liberalisation and Economic Development in Africa