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Published on 2024-04-09 21:34:08
Burkina Faso: Government Suspends Wheat Flour Importation to Cleanse the Market of Staple Products
The Burkinabe government has suspended the importation of wheat flour until further notice throughout the national territory in an effort to cleanse the market of staple products.
“The Ministry of Industrial Development, Trade, Handicrafts, and Small and Medium Enterprises informs economic operators that, as part of cleansing the market of staple products, the importation of wheat flour is suspended throughout the national territory until further notice,” a statement sent to the Africa Links 24 on Tuesday said.
“Therefore, as the importation of wheat flour is subject to a special import authorization (ASI), the issuance of ASIs for wheat flour is also suspended,” the same document added. Any violator of this decision will face sanctions in accordance with current regulations.
To report any cases of non-compliance with the terms of the document, the ministry has provided toll-free helplines for users. These include 80 00 11 84/ 85/ 66.
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In an effort to purify the market and ensure fair competition, the Burkinabe government has taken a decisive step by suspending the importation of wheat flour across the country until further notice. This move is aimed at regulating the market of staple products and promoting local production. By imposing a temporary ban on wheat flour imports, the government is signaling its commitment to creating a level playing field for all economic operators.
The Ministry of Industrial Development, Trade, Handicrafts, and Small and Medium Enterprises has made it clear that the importation of wheat flour, which requires a special authorization, will not be allowed during this suspension period. Any individual or entity found violating this directive will be subject to penalties as prescribed by the existing laws. To facilitate the reporting of any infractions, the ministry has established toll-free hotlines for users to call and report any instances of non-compliance.
This decision underscores the government’s dedication to ensuring a fair and transparent market environment where both local and imported products can compete on equal footing. By temporarily halting the importation of wheat flour, the government is taking proactive measures to prevent market distortions and protect the interests of local producers. Overall, this move is expected to contribute to the long-term stability and sustainability of the market for staple products in Burkina Faso.
In conclusion, the suspension of wheat flour importation in Burkina Faso reflects the government’s commitment to fostering a competitive and thriving market for staple products. This bold decision is aimed at safeguarding the interests of local producers and consumers while promoting a level playing field for economic operators.
Read the original article(French) on Agence d’Information du Burkina
