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Regional Economic Integration: African Growth and Opportunities Act (AGOA) in Focus

This paper examines the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) within the context of Africa’s regional integration efforts, particularly its interaction with the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). Regional economic integration has emerged as a strategic pathway for African countries to overcome structural limitations and strengthen participation in the global economy. The study contributes to knowledge by situating AGOA within Balassa’s stages of economic integration and presenting practical policy reforms for both Africa and the United States. The study utilizes a qualitative po…