The Moral Economy of EU Association with Africa

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Focusing on the moral economy perspective, the book analyzes the real effects of Africa-Europe trade and development cooperation on citizens in developing countries. It critiques liberal narratives about Europe's benevolent influence, revealing how EU discourse often legitimizes unequal trade relationships that adversely affect the poor. Through the author's fieldwork, it highlights the disparity between the EU's stated norms and the tangible outcomes of its concessions, offering a critical view of the implications for development in the Global South.