AGOA Resource Centre (ARC)  at GIEPA

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YOUR KEY REFERENCE CENTRE FOR INFORMATION ON HOW TO EXPORT TOTHE U.S MARKET!!!
Are You Aware of Export Opportunities for Gambian Businesses to the U.S under AGOA?

The AGOA Resource Centre is here to help you realize your export dreams to U.S with handsome financial returns.

Background of AGOA Resource Centre (ARC)

The AGOA Resource Center in the Gambia was formally opened by U.S Ambassador Pamela White on Thursday 22nd September 2011at the Gambia Investment and Export Promotion Agency. The role of ARC include acting as  a reference centre within host countries with the objectives of increasing awareness and providing information resources to public and private sector enterprises regarding all benefits associated to participation in the AGOA scheme. Currently, ARC in the Gambia is enjoying the collaboration of USAID and West Africa Trade Hub (WATH). It is also affiliated with 17 other similar ARCs in the West African region.

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Functions of the ARC

ARC is HERE to provide the following functions to its target beneficiaries:

• Provide easy access to information resources ;
• Educate businesses on the list of eligible export products under AGOA and the practical steps involving documentation guidelines such as  completion of commercial invoices, packaging lists, and certificates;•

• Undertake advocacy on matters crucial to export and trade development;
  • Provide technical assistance in the area of assessing export-readiness of local companies;
  • Provide advice and support businesses with targeted industry-specific and market regulatory information;
  • Assist local companies in their preparations to participate in international trade shows and exhibitions.

• Target beneficiaries of the ARC  [READ MORE]