Minister Seeks Stakeholders’ Inputs to Clear Obstacles to Trade

Stories James Emejo in Abuja

The Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, has tasked stakeholders to engage in open and constructive dialogues to address challenges in the trade sector.

She said as the present administration embarks on a transformative journey towards a prosperous trade regime, “we find ourselves at a crucial juncture in our nation’s economic trajectory.”

Speaking at the Nigeria Trade Dialogue with the theme: “Trade as Catalyst for Economic Diversification,” in Abuja, she noted that trade had always been a catalyst for growth and development as the country navigated an increasingly interconnected global economy.

She said through dialogues, “We can identify common objectives, explore avenues for collaboration, and collectively address the barriers that hinder prosperity in our trading environment.”

Anite noted that the country is currently going through some economic challenges which the administration of President Bola Tinubu is pursuing quite several policy initiatives, as part of his “Renewed Hope Agenda” to address.

She said the agenda places significant importance on trade as a driver of the economy and recognises that by fostering an enabling environment for trade, the country can attract foreign investments, boost exports, strengthen its position in the global marketplace, and create jobs.