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Benin

Benin · BEN · Africa

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Risk Score

Guarded Stable

Risk Factors

No recent events in pipeline

Overview

Benin is a stable democratic republic in West Africa, known for its vibrant culture and historical significance. Its economy is primarily agrarian, with cotton being the main cash crop, complemented by trade and port services. The country is actively pursuing economic diversification and infrastructure development.

Leadership

Patrice Talon

President

GOVERNMENT: Presidential Republic

Patrice Talon

Aurélien Agbénonci

Romuald Wadagni

Economy

GDP

$22.0B

GDP per Capita

$1.5K

GDP Growth

+6.5%

Inflation

3.5%

Unemployment

2.5%

Agriculture (Cotton, Cashews)TradePort ServicesTextiles

Trade

Key Exports

CottonCashewsPetroleum Products (re-exports)Shea Butter

Key Imports

FoodstuffsCapital GoodsPetroleum ProductsConsumer Goods

Top Partners

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