Dr Harry Verhoeven comments on Sudans ambitions for its sugar industry

An article in Reuters (22 May) on Sudans efforts to build a strong global sugar industry includes analysis from Oxfords Harry Verhoeven.

The government of Sudan, seeking to reorient its economy following the loss of oil profits since South Sudans independence, is hoping to transform the country into a key global sugar exporter. Many experts, however, note that Sudanese firms remain uncompetitive relative to leading firms in countries such as Brazil and Turkey. Kenana [Sudans largest sugar firm] has received billions in subsidies but is not there where it should be. Its not a big player, a giant, Harry said.

The article can be read in full here.