Applicable to qualifying goods under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) if exported from the U.S. and meeting rules of origin requirements.
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News and Updates
Recent News
U.S. Extends Trade Benefits to Burundi Under AGOA
The United States has reinstated 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 3(a).
October 15, 2023
Impact: This is expected to boost Burundiโs exports to the U.S., particularly in textiles and agricultural products, strengthening bilateral trade ties.
Burundi Seeks to Maximize U.S. Trade Quotas
Burundiโs Ministry of Trade announced initiatives to increase production capacity to meet the quantitative limits specified in U.S. note 3(a) for exports to the U.S. market.
August 22, 2023
Impact: Increased production could lead to higher export volumes to the U.S., potentially filling allocated quotas and enhancing economic growth in Burundi.
During a bilateral trade meeting, U.S. and Burundian officials discussed challenges in meeting the quantitative limits under U.S. note 3(a), focusing on capacity constraints in Burundiโs export sectors.
June 5, 2023
Impact: Addressing these challenges may lead to future adjustments in trade policies or support programs, potentially affecting the volume of trade.
Policy Updates
Reinstatement of AGOA Benefits for Burundi
The U.S. government reinstated Burundiโs eligibility for the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), providing duty-free access to the U.S. market for eligible products subject to quantitative limits under U.S. note 3(a) to the relevant subchapter.
