Algeria: Temporary import duty exemption of import duties on edible oil
Description
As a reaction to rising food prices, the Prime Minister of Algeria has temporarily exempted edible oils from all import duties.
The change is to be in effect from 1 January 2011 until 31 August 2011.
Prior to the change, imported edible oils were charged a duty of 5 percent.
Any Evidence-Based Deliberation:
| Question | Result |
|---|---|
| Is there anything in the public record to suggest that evidence of the effectiveness of the proposed measure was considered during official deliberations? | |
| Is there any evidence that alternatives to the proposed measure were considered? | |
| Is there anything in the public record that suggests that empirical evidence informed the comparison across the alternatives available to government? | |
| Was such evidence identified? | |
| Is such evidence publicly available? | |
| Did the official decision-maker in question provide an explanation as to why a chosen measure was favoured over alternatives? | |
| Is there any evidence to suggest that potentially affected trading partners were consulted before the measures were taken? | |
| Is there any evidence that safeguards have been put in place to ensure that implementation of the initiative is transparent and non-discriminatory? | |
| Did the government state its intention to review the measure within one year of implementation? |
Date Discovered:
Implemented: No
Date of inception: 1 Jan 2011
Duration: 8 months
GTA Evaluation: Green
Source:
Prime Ministry of Algeria. (2011). Available at http://www.premier-ministre.gov.dz/index.php?option=com_content&task=vie...
Government Response:
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