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
    Africa in any way thanks for watching
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