Non-Tariff Barriers Management Overview

The video discusses barriers in business operations, focusing on non-tariff barriers (NTBs) that affect trade. It introduces a monitoring and reporting system that allows stakeholders to report NTBs online or via SMS. The system facilitates communication and resolution of NTBs, bypassing bureaucratic channels. A launch meeting highlighted the collaboration between public and private sectors, emphasizing the importance of stakeholder interaction. The video concludes with the potential benefits of managing NTBs, such as increased trade competitiveness and reduced consumer prices.

What are non-tariff barriers (NTBs) primarily concerned with?

• Obstacles in business operations

• Terrorist activities

• Natural disasters

• Technological advancements

Which method is NOT mentioned as a way to report NTBs?

• Online reporting

• SMS reporting

• Phone calls

• Postal mail

What is a key benefit of the NTB management system?

• Higher taxes on imports

• More complex trade regulations

• Increased bureaucratic processes

• Facilitated communication between countries

How does the NTB management system help small-scale traders?

• By offering SMS reporting options

• By eliminating all trade barriers

• By providing free internet access

• By reducing taxes

Who attended the historic meeting to discuss NTBs?

• Only international delegates

• Both private and public sector stakeholders

• Only private sector representatives

• Only government officials

Which association is NOT mentioned as a key stakeholder in the NTB elimination program?

• Trademark Southern Africa

• World Health Organization

• Federation for Clearing and Freight Forwarding Association of Southern Africa

• Federation of Eastern Southern African Air Transport Association

What was a significant aspect of the launch meeting?

• It was held in a virtual format

• It focused solely on technological advancements

• It was attended only by policymakers

• It facilitated interaction between stakeholders and policymakers

Which sector is NOT directly mentioned as being involved in the NTB management program?

• Agricultural sector

• Private sector

• Public sector

• Transport sector

What is one of the main outcomes of effectively managing NTBs?

• Improved quality of life for citizens

• Increased consumer prices

• Reduced competitiveness of countries

• Decreased international trade

What is the ultimate goal of managing NTBs according to the transcript?

• To isolate countries economically

• To increase bureaucratic processes

• To improve the quality of life for the common person

• To decrease international trade