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Audrey Verdier-Chouchane
Audrey Verdier-Chouchane is lead economist for the North Africa region at the African Development Bank. ©Project Syndicate
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North Africa must look south to boost trade
Rising tariffs, geopolitical fragmentation, and persistent supply chain disruptions are roiling international trade. The World Trade Organization projects a 0.2 percent contraction in the global goods trade during 2025, which could deepen to 1.5 percent if tensions escalate.
July 19, 2025
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