Speaking when the Enhanced National Trade Facilitation Committee and representatives of the World Bank visited the NSC in Lagos, the minister of Trade and Investment, Dr. Doris Udoka-Anite, said the benefits of achieving harmonised, standardised and simplified trading processes and procedures are immense and cannot be overstated.
Udoka-Anite, who was represented by assistant director, office of the minister, Dr. Brenda Max-Nduagube, noted that trade facilitation has been a focal point of discussions at national, regional and international levels.
“This is ever more important to small and medium-scale enterprises where the NTFC helps create a more business-friendly environment for SMEs venturing into global markets. This translates to increased competitiveness, growth potential and a more level play field.”
