Government TPR |
WT/TPR/G/318 |
G-IV§38 |
Madagascar |
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The implementation of the State's main policy guidelines reflects a major commitment by the government to tackle its most pressing priority, namely the establishment of inclusive, sustainable development based on inclusive growth to combat poverty, vulnerability and insecurity.
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/318/REV.1 |
S-II§12 |
Madagascar |
2015 |
Trade Policy Framework |
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As part of the preparation of the National Development Plan, which was under way in 2015, the Ministry of Trade and Consumer Affairs (MCC) identified a series of operational priorities aimed at enabling trade to contribute effectively to economic recovery, while endeavouring to meet the Millennium Development Goals (MDG), especially poverty reduction, and continuing to focus on sustainable development and respect for the environment (Section 3.3.1.6).
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Government TPR |
WT/TPR/G/318 |
G-II§13 |
Madagascar |
2015 |
Trade Policy Framework |
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The overall objectives of the trade policy place emphasis on:
(...) • achievement of the Sustainable Development Objectives / Post 2015 Development Agenda. (...)
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Government TPR |
WT/TPR/G/318 |
G-III§120 |
Madagascar |
2015 |
Trade Policy Framework |
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In connection with trade and the environment, and in line with the expectations of sustainable development provided for in the preamble to the WTO Agreement, the Ministry in charge of trade has to lay the foundations for a sustainable trade system. The system will minimize the negative repercussions of trade activities. The aim of sustainable trade is to protect the environment.
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Government TPR |
WT/TPR/G/318 |
G-III§40 |
Madagascar |
2015 |
Trade Policy Framework |
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In order to make "Land a pillar of the country's socio-economic development", it would appear to be necessary not only to continue with the innovations that have already begun, but also to bring land policy into line with the other sectoral policies. Accordingly, the process of reform consolidation, or Act 2, was launched in 2014. It aims to establish a land policy that reconciles land use and the needs arising from a wide range of economic, social and ecological interests in urban and rural settings. (...)
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Government TPR |
WT/TPR/G/318 |
G-III§41 |
Madagascar |
2015 |
Trade Policy Framework |
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The vision set out in the consolidated policy features concerted, transparent management; inclusive planning; and access for all to the land under a more secure system of tenure. These are the major pillars upon which land can be the source of sustainable, population led socio-economic development that is open to investment and grounded in local dynamics. (...)
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Government TPR |
WT/TPR/G/318 |
G-I§1 |
Madagascar |
2015 |
Trade Policy Framework |
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Situated in the south western Indian Ocean, 350 km from the south east coast of Africa, Madagascar is the fourth largest island in the world, with an area of 587,041 km2 and an estimated population of 23 million in 2010. As well as biological diversity and an exceptionally high rate of endemism (80% for its fauna and 90% for its flora), it has a very rich subsoil containing various minerals.
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WT/TPR/S/318/REV.1 |
S-Summary§12 |
Madagascar |
2015 |
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Provided that appropriate policies are introduced, the manufacturing sector offers exceptional opportunities, especially in the agrifood and handicrafts areas, because of Madagascar’s abundant flora and fauna, its rich waters and the wealth of Malagasy know-how. (...)
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/318/REV.1 |
S-IV§112 |
Madagascar |
2015 |
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Madagascar's manufacturing sector has the advantage of exceptional raw materials provided by its flora, fauna, water and socio cultural heritage, which are unique in the world. (...)
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Government TPR |
WT/TPR/G/318 |
G-III§103 |
Madagascar |
2015 |
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With its abundance of raw materials of animal, plant and mineral origin as well as recycled material, Madagascar has potential for the export of handicraft products.
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