Template-Type: ReDIF-Paper 1.0
Author-Name: Michael Chui
Author-X-Name-First: Michael
Author-X-Name-Last: Chui
Author-Name: Leonardo Gambacorta
Author-X-Name-First: Leonardo
Author-X-Name-Last: Gambacorta
Author-Name: Emanuel Kohlscheen
Author-X-Name-First: Emanuel
Author-X-Name-Last: Kohlscheen
Author-Name: Han Qiu
Author-X-Name-First: Han
Author-X-Name-Last: Qiu
Title: Navigating global headwinds: Africa's trade landscape and growth opportunities
Abstract: Africa is not immune from trade challenges. Its direct exposure to new US tariffs is relatively limited, but indirect effects through slower global demand and financial conditions may be larger. Strengthening regional trade integration through initiatives like the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) can help build regional supply chains and reduce reliance on commodity exports. Africa's young workforce, digital innovation and rich natural resources provide longer-term growth tailwinds. Unlocking these opportunities requires investment in skills, infrastructure and financial integration to boost trade and value-added.
Length: 8 pages
Creation-Date: 2025-07-18
File-URL: https://www.bis.org/publ/bisbull109.pdf
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File-Function: Full PDF document
File-URL: https://www.bis.org/publ/bisbull109.htm
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Number: 109
Handle: RePEc:bis:bisblt:109