JAMB Economics 2013 Question 47

Question 47

International Economic Organisations

One of the main achievements of the Economic commission for Africa is

  1. A.eliminating trade restrictions among states.
  2. B.encouraging transport and communication development.
  3. C.guaranteeing a steady flow of foreign investment into Africa.
  4. D.providing the machinery for collaboration on monetary issues.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (encouraging transport and communication development.)

Explanation

The ECA, a UN body, has sponsored regional projects such as the Trans-African Highway and the Pan-African telecommunications network, encouraging transport and communication development across Africa.