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Examen de politique commerciale
Dernier examen de politique commerciale (Rapport du Secrétariat de l'OMC): WT/TPR/S/321/Rev.1
A. Prohibitions et restrictions à l'importation et licences d'importation
3.35.
In principle, goods that are subject to import prohibitions and controls (special regime) are listed in the customs tariff (Table 3.5)[97]; such measures may be imposed for reasons of security or morality, protection of public health or the environment, or for strategic reasons.
3.36.
In 2015, restrictions were imposed on the freedom to import in Angola. Joint Executive Decree No. 22/15, adopted on 23 January 2015, provides for the imposition of quotas for the import of certain products when domestic production covers over 60% of domestic consumption (Table 3.6). These quotas are supposed to be administered by means of import licences granted subject to a number of criteria: the percentage of a company's registered capital owned by Angolans; the historical share of imports; production and financial capacity, with a view to increasing domestic production and reducing imports; and the distribution chain. Under the Decree, goods subject to a quota may only be imported under very specific conditions (mandatory inspection at destination and bulk packaging) and through clearly identified entry points; the price control regime also applies to their marketing. Trading partners raised several issues following adoption of this Decree.[98] In June 2015, the authorities confirmed that the Decree had not yet been implemented.
3.37.
Joint Executive Decree No. 2/15, in force since 8 January 2015, bans the import of cement throughout 2015 unless a special authorization is granted by the Cement Sector Commission. The latter, after having heard the opinion of the Angolan Cement Industry Association (AICA), determines and allocates the quotas for production/supply and ensures that the civil engineering and public works market is regularly supplied with cement. Special cements and cement for the border provinces[99] are exempt from this regime; nevertheless both users and provincial governments must obtain a prior authorization. The Cement Sector Commission may grant special authorizations to import cement, for up to 60% of duly substantiated needs, to businesspersons involved in "turnkey" projects. Quotas for the import of cement are allocated to domestic cement producers (actual or potential) and, on an exceptional basis, to other companies. Approved imports are subject to clearly defined requirements (preshipment inspection focusing on quality, bulk packaging, and justification of the costs and the distribution chain) and must pass through clearly specified entry points. The marketing of imported cement is subject to geographical limitations and to a price control mechanism exercised by the Ministry of Finance. The import of clinker required the submission of an annual import plan before 31 January 2015, to be endorsed by the Commission.
3.38.
In addition, a tariff quota for horse mackerel (peixe carapo) was also established in 2015 (Section 4.1.2).
B. Prohibitions et restrictions à l'exportation
3.54.
In principle, goods subject to export prohibitions and controls (special regime) are listed in the customs tariff[111] (Table 3.8).
3.55.
The prohibitions on transit are usually identical to those for imports (Table 3.2); prior authorization from the National Customs Service is required for the transit of arms, ammunition or any other equipment for military use.
3.56.
Goods in transit by land must be escorted; details on the cost of this service have not been provided. Depending on the fiscal risk, transit of certain goods by land requires a deposit amounting to 100% of the sum payable for import duties and taxes.
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