Tariffs, Aid Cuts, and Climate Shocks: A Perfect Storm for Madagascar’s Fragile Economy
Madagascar faces a critical juncture as newly imposed U.S. tariffs threaten its key textile exports, compounding existing economic fragility fuelled by climate shocks and unpredictable aid. The impacts extend beyond job losses to issues of gender equality and community resilience. Amid rising food insecurity and infrastructure devastation from cyclones, Madagascar's vulnerabilities are intensified by reduced international support. These interconnected challenges highlight the urgent need for stable aid, fair trade policies, and global climate justice. SEED Madagascar advocates for community-based resilience to counter systemic risks and sustain livelihoods.