But fatalities remain high, with 9 400 lives lost during 2025.
Five countries will be selected to benefit from the project through an open expression of interest process.
But the government remains hopeful that it will yet be included to benefit from duty-free access to the US market.
“It is very encouraging to hear the initiatives being taken to address delays and costs.” – Lance Pullan.
Every additional cost in the supply chain eventually reaches consumers at the check-out.
