
East African Community Reports Progress on Single Customs Territory
The EAC Secretariat says the single customs territory has reduced cargo transit times, though non-tariff barriers persist across member states.

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Faith covers international affairs and East African regional diplomacy, with a focus on trade blocs and security cooperation.

The EAC Secretariat says the single customs territory has reduced cargo transit times, though non-tariff barriers persist across member states.

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