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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 West African nation known for its stable democratic institutions and a growing economy, primarily driven by agriculture and its port services. It faces challenges related to poverty and infrastructure development but is seen as a regional example of democratic governance. The country is a major producer of cotton.
Leadership
Patrice Talon
President
Government: Presidential Republic
Economy
GDP
$25.0B
GDP per Capita
$1.8K
GDP Growth
+6.5%
Inflation
3.0%
Unemployment
2.5%
Agriculture (cotton, cashews, palm oil)TradeTransportServices
Trade
Key Exports
CottonCashewsPetroleum products (re-exports)GoldPalm oil
Key Imports
FoodstuffsCapital goodsPetroleum productsConsumer goods
Top Partners
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