Tag: rice trade regulation
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Benin tightens control on rice imports with new customs clearance rules
Benin mandates prior authorisation and a 1 billion CFA guarantee for rice imports, tightening control over customs clearance. Centralised approvals and strict monitoring aim to curb irregular trade but may restrict market participation. The government of Benin has introduced a comprehensive regulatory framework governing rice import operations, signaling a decisive move to strengthen oversight, improve…