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On the recordApril 22, 2015
AGOA was created to provide incentives for African countries to strengthen the business climate, grow economies, and attract investment.
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Jeff Flake
Republican · Arizona

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Senator Flake explains the purpose of the Africa Growth and Opportunity Act.

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