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Togo digitises trade procedures and speeds up disputes

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Togo has reformed its commercial procedures by creating specialised chambers, commercial courts and a digital platform for legal professionals. The measures aim to reduce the time taken to settle disputes and simplify import and export operations, according to Togofirst.

Togo has strengthened the digitalisation of its commercial procedures and improved its position in the Doing Business ranking for starting a business. The country ranked 15th globally and first in Africa for this indicator in 2020, according to Togofirst.

To speed up the resolution of disputes, the Togolese authorities have created specialised chambers for small claims and commercial chambers within courts of appeal. These measures are part of the business climate reforms in Togo.

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