Analysis of Agri-Food Trade Structures
To Promote Agri-Food Trade Networks
In the Islamic Countries
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barriers are not. In the absence of multilateral action, unilateral reforms should be
considered, as should concerted action with willing partners.
9. Build Supply-Side Capacity : In particular for low and middle income countries, it is
important to develop their ability to produce competitively if they are to take full
advantage of the opportunities offered by market integration. Dealing with trade
barriers within exporting countries—particularly poor infrastructure and trade
facilitation—is key. But NTMs, unlike tariffs, can also have implications for exporters,
not just importers. In particular, developing national quality infrastructure as it applies
to agricultural products is important. Cooperation through the OIC, as well as through
related bodies, can help support this undertaking.