Applicable to qualifying goods from the United States under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), subject to rules of origin and documentation requirements.
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News and Updates
Recent News
U.S. Extends Trade Preferences for Burundi Under AGOA
The United States has renewed Burundi's eligibility for trade benefits under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), allowing duty-free access for certain goods subject to quantitative limits under U.S. note 2(b)(1).
October 15, 2023
Impact: This renewal is expected to boost exports from Burundi to the U.S., particularly in textiles and agricultural products, strengthening bilateral trade ties.
Burundi Faces Review of U.S. Trade Benefits Amid Political Concerns
The U.S. Trade Representative announced a review of Burundiโs compliance with AGOA eligibility criteria, focusing on human rights and governance issues, which could affect trade limits under HS Code provisions.
July 20, 2023
Impact: Potential suspension of benefits could reduce Burundi's access to the U.S. market, impacting exports subject to quantitative limits.
U.S. and Burundi Discuss Trade Capacity Building
A bilateral meeting between U.S. and Burundian officials focused on enhancing trade capacity and compliance with quantitative limits under U.S. note 2(b)(1) for specific HS Code categories.
April 5, 2023
Impact: Improved capacity could lead to increased utilization of trade preferences, benefiting Burundian exporters within the specified limits.
Policy Updates
Update to AGOA Eligibility Criteria for 2023
The U.S. government updated the eligibility criteria for AGOA beneficiaries, including Burundi, emphasizing adherence to quantitative limits under U.S. note 2(b)(1) to subchapter HS Codes for duty-free imports.
