Why manufacturers want regional CET regulations to be reviewed

Local manufacturers have called for a review of the East African Community (EAC) common external tariff (CET) law, arguing that it does not support production and is making them less competitive. The CET is a uniform tax adopted by a common market and is often assessed on imports from countries outside the market.
Workers of Hippo Roofings, a subsidiary of S&H Industries, which makes stone coated tiles. Local industrialists want CET law to be revised. / File.
Workers of Hippo Roofings, a subsidiary of S&H Industries, which makes stone coated tiles. Local industrialists want CET law to be revised. / File.
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