What We Discuss With Jonathan Said
• You published an intriguing article detailing how many African countries have neglected to implement the most crucial economic strategy of all: an industrial policy that is export-oriented. What do you mean by that?
• What steps should African governments take to implement export-led industrial policies?
• A component of export-led industrial policies is value addition. What is the significance of value addition for African economies?
• Value addition leads to the creation of jobs, which expands the tax base. Could you elaborate on the significance of expanding the tax base in Africa?
• What are some of the positive trends you've noticed in your work with African governments and how they operate?
• And much more...
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