EU Parliament pushes for deeper, fairer trade ties with Africa
The European Parliament approved a resolution urging stronger, rules-based trade and investment partnerships between the EU and Africa, highlighting untapped potential in Sub-Saharan markets.
On Thursday, the European Parliament adopted a resolution calling for a more robust and equitable trade framework with Africa, emphasizing the need for transparent, rules-based agreements. Lawmakers highlighted the significant, yet underexploited, economic opportunities in Sub-Saharan Africa and its importance for the EU’s green and digital agendas. The resolution supports the African Continental Free Trade Area as a catalyst for intra-African commerce and urges updates to partnership accords to foster sustainable investment and employment.
It also underscores the Global Gateway initiative as a means to finance infrastructure that creates local value. Bernd Lange, chair of the International Trade Committee, said the Parliament expects the European Commission to act on these recommendations. The move reflects growing geopolitical competition and a desire to keep Africa central to Europe’s future trade strategy.
Why it matters
Stronger EU-Africa ties could boost sustainable growth, jobs and climate goals across both continents.
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