العلاقات التجارية العربية الإفريقية : الواقع و التحديات

Abstract EN

Economic integration between Arab and African countries seeks to achieve a benefit for both parties, as Africa is characterized by the presence of investment components that need financing and the Arab countries possess the necessary capital, which results in achieving real sustainable development in Arab and African countries alike.

contributing to financing the economic development of African countries and increasing Arab capital invested in Africa plays a role in supporting relations between them.

the study aims to identify the volume of trade exchange between Arab and African countries, the structure of exports and imports for Arab and African countries, and to measure the determinants of Arab-African trade intensity.

the study shows ways for supporting Arab-African trade, and the mechanisms for their implementation.

the study concluded that trade between Arab and African countries provide opportunities for achieving growth and sustainable development.

it is able to reduce vulnerability to global shocks, contribute to economic diversification, enhance export competitiveness, and create job opportunities.

Arab and African countries must include building productive capacities in their general policies aimed at promoting trade, if they want to benefit from the expected gains from trade between Arab and African countries and achieve regional integration.

in this context, Arab and African governments must take measures to promote trade in the context of regional development work.

Shift from an integration approach, which focuses on removing trade barriers, to a more development-centered approach that seeks to build productive capacities and private sector development.