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Workshop on NTBs: Synopsis of Discussions
The synopsis details findings that approximately 25% of transport costs in the Durban-Gaborone corridor are attributed to non-tariff barrier (NTB) impediments, including toll roads, border posts, and poor road infrastructure. Discussions focused on the inefficiency of two-stop border processes within SACU, the impact of fuel levy redirection on infrastructure funding, and the potential for technological solutions to reduce downtime at toll plazas. Participants suggested expanding future research to include rail, ports, and a comparison of South Africa's cross-border trade costs against other emerging markets.
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Document type: Briefing