U.S. Extends African Growth and Opportunity Act Trade Benefits

The United States Trade Representative, Katherine Tai, announced the extension of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) trade benefits program. According to Jin10, the program has been authorized to continue until December 31, 2026, with retroactive effect to September 30, 2025. This extension aims to enhance trade relations and economic growth between the United States and African nations by providing preferential access to the U.S. market.