Members of the ECOWAS Parliament convened a public meeting with traders from the PK3 market on Thursday, July 30th, to discuss the difficulties they face in cross-border trade. The meeting aimed to provide a platform for traders to directly expose challenges hindering regional commerce. Details regarding the location of the PK3 market and specific trader testimonies were not provided in the source text. This dialogue between parliamentarians and those operating at the heart of cross-border trade is intended to inform policy and foster greater regional economic integration. The traders reportedly detailed obstacles impacting their businesses, necessitating parliamentary attention. The session underscores ECOWAS’s commitment to addressing trade-related issues for its member states. Further reporting will likely detail the specific concerns raised and potential parliamentary responses.