Ibrahim Traore & Liberia Unite to BAN Mineral Exports To The West!
Liberia has finally started hitting the
west where it hurts the country has
joined the likes of Burkina Faso in
Banning mineral resource exportation to
the West Liberia’s bold decision to
break free from the cycle of
exploitation by Western Powers is a
significant step towards reclaiming its
sovereignty and economic independence by
closing its doors to exports Liberia is
signaling a decisive break from the
Privileges enjoyed by its former
colonizers and asserting its autonomy on
the global stage the roots of Liberia’s
current stance can be traced back to its
history of European colonization which
has left a lasting impact on its
economic landscape founded in the 19th
century as a settlement for liberated
African-American slaves Liberia’s
Colonial past intersects with broader
patterns of European imperialism and
economic exploitation in Africa while
Liberia did not undergo colonization in
the traditional sense it was heavily
influenced by external Powers
particularly in terms of its economic
development during the colonial era
European nations such as Britain and
France wielded considerable influence
over Liberia’s trajectory shaping its
economy to serve their interests the
decision to close its doors to exports
represents a bold assertion of Liberia’s
agency and a rejection of the
exploitative practices that have
characterized its economic relationship
with the West
by taking control of its resources and
refusing to be subjected to external
manipulation Liberia is setting a
precedent for other African nations to
follow in reclaiming their economic
sovereignty the economic Legacy of
colonialism in Liberia is deeply
intertwined with the exploitation and
extraction of raw materials European
Colonial powers and later American
interests established an economic model
that prioritized the exploitation of
Liberia’s abundant natural resources
such as rubber Timber and minerals for
export to their own countries this
economic model while endowing Liberia
with valuable natural resources also
created a pattern of dependence on the
extraction of raw materials the
infrastructure and institutions
established during the colonial period
were primarily geared towards
facilitating the extraction and export
of these resources rather than fostering
domestic Industries or value added
processes within the country
consequently Liberia’s economy remained
largely dependent on the export of raw
materials with limited diversification
Beyond resource extraction the lack of
investment in domestic Industries and
the absence of value added processes
contributed to a cycle of economic
dependency and
underdevelopment furthermore the terms
of Engagement with foreign companies
particularly in Industries like rubber
often favored the interests of external
entities over those of Liberia this
unequal relationship perpetuated a
system of economic exploitation and
hindered the country’s ability to fully
benefit from its natural resources
companies like Firestone played a
pivotal role in shaping Liberia’s
economic landscape particularly in the
rubber sector through advantageous
concessions and agreements these
companies prioritized their interests
often at the expense of the local
population this resulted in Liberia’s
economy becoming heavily reliant on the
export of raw materials with limited
progress in industrialization and value
added processes within the country this
dependency has contributed to challenges
such as limited job opportunities uneven
development and vulnerability to global
commodity price
fluctuations in response to these
challenges Liberia has taken bold steps
to reclaim control over its resources
and promote domestic value addition a
significant move in this direction was
the decision to Halt the export of
unprocessed rubber this decision was
formalized through executive order 124
issued by the country’s president in
November 2023 temporarily suspending the
export of unprocessed rubber the
rationale behind this strategic move was
to bolster Liberia’s rubber industry by
encouraging local manufacturing and the
production of finished goods by
prioritizing domestic value addition
Liberia aims to move away from its
historical dependence on exporting raw
materials and instead focus on adding
value within the country this shift in
strategy not only promises to create
more job opportunities and Foster
economic diversification but also
strengthens Liberia’s resilience against
external economic shocks the issuance of
executive order
124 marked a significant policy shift
aimed at incentivizing rubber processing
within Liberia by promoting value
addition through processing and
Manufacturing Liberia aimed to retain a
larger portion of the economic benefits
generated from its rubber industry
within its borders the decision to Halt
the export of unprocessed rubber was
driven by the desire to benefit
smallscale rubber farmers in Liberia by
promoting local processing and
Manufacturing the government sought to
provide these Farmers with improved
Market access fairer prices and
increased economic opportunities to
effectively implement the ban on the
export of UN processed rubber executive
order
124 established a robust regulatory
framework it explicitly prohibited
government entities from issuing export
permits for unprocessed Rubber and
directed Customs officers and law
enforcement Personnel to prevent its
export in addition to regulatory
measures Liberia has initiated
investments in processing infrastructure
to support the transition towards local
processing this includes efforts to
establish processing plants train
workers in processing techniques and
improve access to technology and
equipment necessary for rubber
processing these Investments are crucial
for building the capacity of the local
rubber industry and ensuring its
long-term
sustainability in its efforts to assert
control over its resources and promote
local value addition the Liberian
government has actively engaged with
stakeholders in the rubber industry
these engagements involve discussions
with rubber planters exporters and
Industry associations to gather feedback
on the implications of the executive
order and ensure a collaborative
approach to its
implementation Liberia’s decision to
prohibit the export of unprocessed
rubber represents a significant
departure from historical patterns of
exploitation and dependency it reflects
the country’s determination to break
free from external influences and
maximize the benefits derived from its
natural resources this move aligns with
broader pan-african movements advocating
for increased sovereignty and control
over natural resources across Africa
there is a growing sentiment towards
asserting National ownership and
ensuring that resources serve the
interests of the local population rather
than external powers for too long
African nations have been subjected to
exploitation with their resources often
benefiting foreign interests at the
expense of local development by imposing
restrictions on the export of UN
processed rubber Liberia asserts its
authority to manage its resources in a
manner that prioritizes National
development and benefits its citizens
the ban on unprocessed rubber exports in
Liberia aligns with broader efforts
across Africa to promote value addition
and
industrialization instead of exporting
raw materials at a lower value African
countries are increasingly focusing on
processing and Manufacturing to capture
more economic benefits within their
borders this strategic shift contributes
to the growth of local Industries the
creation of employment opportunities and
the diversification of economies
pan-african movements advocate for
economic empowerment and wealth creation
for African nations and their people by
halting the export of unprocessed rubber
Liberia aims to empower local rubber
farmers and Advance their economic
interests domestic processing of rubber
can lead to higher revenues job growth
and entrepreneur preneurship aligning
with broader economic empowerment
objectives African nations aspire to
reduce their Reliance on external
markets and foreign investors
particularly in sectors heavily
dependent on natural resources the ban
on unprocessed rubber exports represents
a significant step towards decreasing
Liberia’s dependence on external buyers
and multinational corporations by
prioritizing domestic processing Liberia
can retain more of the value generated
from its natural resources and build a
more resilient and self-sufficient
economy Liberia’s decision to promote
local processing and Manufacturing
within its rubber industry is driven by
the desire to enhance resilience and
self-sufficiency by reducing Reliance on
exporting unprocessed rubber Liberia
aims to mitigate the impact of external
Market fluctuations and influences
thereby building a more stable economic
Foundation moreover the ban on
unprocessed rub exports aligns with
broader efforts to Foster Regional
integration and intra African trade by
encouraging local processing and
Manufacturing Liberia can contribute to
the growth of regional value chains and
trade networks this in turn enhances
economic cooperation and collaboration
among African nations fostering a more
integrated and interconnected African
economy Liberia’s commitment to halting
the export of unprocessed rubber
reflects its aspirations for greater
self- determination economic prosperity
and Collective advancement within the
pan-african context by taking control of
its resources and prioritizing local
value addition liberat aims to chart a
new course toward economic empowerment
and
development Liberia’s agricultural
sector represents a significant
opportunity for job creation and
economic growth with its FAL land and
favorable climate Liberia has the
potential to significantly increase
agricultural production
policy makers are focused on supporting
small scale Farmers by providing access
to resources training and Market
opportunities additionally efforts to
improve infrastructure such as roads and
irrigation systems aim to enhance
agricultural productivity and efficiency
value addition in the agricultural value
chain is another priority for Liberia by
processing agricultural products locally
Liberia can capture more value and
create additional job opportuni ities
this involves investing in food
processing facilities storage
infrastructure and transportation
networks to ensure that farmers have
access to markets for their goods in
parallel the development of the
manufacturing sector is viewed as
crucial for Liberia’s economic future
policy makers are working to attract
investment and support local
entrepreneurs in establishing
manufacturing Industries this includes
providing incentives for domestic
production improving access to finance
and investing in vocational training
programs to develop a skilled Workforce
Beyond Agriculture and Manufacturing
Liberia also sees potential for growth
in sectors such as tourism and financial
services the country’s natural beauty
and cultural heritage make it an
attractive destination for tourists
offering opportunities for job creation
and revenue generation meanwhile the
financial services sector has the
potential to attract foreign invest
investment and support economic
diversification Liberia’s commitment to
building a diversified economy reflects
a proactive approach to ensuring
long-term economic stability and
resilience by prioritizing sectors such
as agriculture Manufacturing Services
and Technology policy makers aim to
reduce dependency on a limited number of
Industries and create more opportunities
for economic growth in particular
Liberia recognizes the importance of
promoting manufacturing and value
addition as key drivers of Economic
Development by transforming raw
materials into finished goods Liberia
aims to capture more value within its
borders and create additional employment
opportunities this strategy not only
stimulates economic growth but also
reduces Reliance on raw material exports
which can be vulnerable to external
Market
fluctuations investments in
infrastructure development play a
crucial role in supporting economic
divers ation and job creation improved
Transportation networks energy
infrastructure and digital connectivity
are essential for facilitating trade
attracting investment and enabling
businesses to thrive across various
sectors furthermore Liberia’s focus on
promoting technology and Innovation
underscores its commitment to staying
competitive in the global economy by
investing in digital infrastructure
promoting digital literacy and
supporting startups and innovation hubs
Liberia aims to harness the potential of
technology to drive economic
transformation and create new
opportunities for growth Liberia’s
prioritization of infrastructure
development is a Cornerstone of its
economic diversification strategy
investments in transportation networks
energy infrastructure telecommunications
and water and sanitation services are
essential for facilitating economic
growth and attracting investment
enhanced infrastructure en aables the
efficient movement of goods and people
which in turn boosts productivity and
stimulates economic activity across
various sectors moreover Liberia
recognizes the importance of human
capital development in driving economic
progress policymakers understand the
need to invest in education vocational
training and skills development to equip
the workforce with the necessary
capabilities for diverse sectors such as
manufacturing technology and services by
enhancing ing human capital Liberia aims
to improve employability Foster
Innovation and increase overall
employment rates encouraging
entrepreneurship is another key aspect
of Liberia’s economic strategy policy
makers are keen on supporting the growth
of small and medium-sized Enterprises
smes as engines of economic growth and
job creation smmes play a crucial role
in driving Innovation providing
employment opportunities and
contributing to in inclusive Economic
Development initiatives aimed at
improving access to finance providing
business development services and
implementing regulatory reforms can
Empower smmes to thrive and contribute
significantly to economic
diversification the country now
challenges those who seek to benefit
from its resources and places a greater
emphasis on securing its benefits this
raises the question of whether other
nations should adopt similar strategies
why benefit the West this much when it
keeps you at a loss let us know in the
comments section if any type of
partnership with the West benefits
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