Benin
INTERNATIONAL: Disputes pose problem for WTO members
Recent developments in trade disputes illustrate the broad reach of the WTO rules, the...
InternationalAFRICA: Long-term benefits of debt relief elusive
While some progress has been made towards reducing Africa's overall level of indebtedness, the...
NIGERIA: Slow progress in gas commercialisation
The government announced a new policy last month, intended to commercialise the long-neglected...
NigeriaBENIN/NIGERIA: Police crackdown on petrol smugglers
At least four people were killed yesterday in riots in the streets of Porto Novo, sparked by a...
BeninUNITED STATES/AFRICA: Nine African states secure aid
President George Bush yesterday announced aid grants to developing countries under the Millennium...
AFRICA: Cotton and oil define franc zone outlook
The tenth anniversary of the 50% devaluation of the CFA franc occurred on January 11. Devaluation...
WEST AFRICA/UNITED STATES: US military extends reach
Since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, the United States has made a concerted effort...
West AfricaNIGERIA: Benin border closure
The government yesterday closed its border with Benin to cut smuggling and crime, and called upon...
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