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National Trade Policy (2012–2016).

Country/Territory
Zimbabwe
Document type
Date
2012
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Agricultural & rural development
Keyword
Internal trade International trade Non-governmental entity Education Policy/planning Poverty Financial agricultural measures Governance Transport/storage Gender Sustainable use Capacity building Cultural heritage
Geographical area
Africa, AFRICA FAO, Eastern Africa, Landlocked Developing Countries
Entry into force notes
2012–2016
Abstract

The National Trade Policy (2012–2016) takes centre stage in the transformation of the productive sectors of the economy towards the production and export of high value-added products in order to realise the country’s full export potential. This Trade Policy sets out the key principles and strategies to drive the economy towards export-orientation and international competitiveness, in order to transform Zimbabwe from being an exporter of primary commodities to an exporter of value added high quality processed goods and services. The policy will be implemented through strategic trade policy instruments, based on regional and multilateral trading arrangements, supported by an export development and promotion package, in particular for the major sectors of the economy namely agriculture, mining and manufacturing. Zimbabwe is calling for a Special Safeguard Mechanism (SSM) and designation of Special Products (SPs) for developing countries, with a view to promote food security, rural development and poverty alleviation as well as addressing import surges and price declines (5.3).

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