Tanzania, May 15 -- Dar es Salaam. The government is in the process of strengthening its competition framework as part of broader efforts to improve market efficiency, protect consumers and create a more attractive environment for sustainable investment amid continued economic expansion.

Government officials and regulators say effective competition policies are becoming increasingly important as the country diversifies its economy and deepens integration into regional and global markets.

Opening a high-level competition and trade forum in Dar es Salaam yesterday, Deputy Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Industry and Trade Aristides Mbwasi said competition policy was now central to economic transformation and inclusive growth.

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