Ethiopia has taken a significant step towards economic liberalization. The country recently announced a new directive allowing foreign investors to enter its retail and wholesale markets. This move marks a shift from Ethiopia’s long-standing protectionist policies. The Ethiopian Investment Commission has granted licenses to 21 companies under this new directive. Thirteen of these licenses are […]
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