In the same vein, some countries, including Poland, the Philippines, Thailand and Malaysia, have used foreign inflows as a tool to broaden their investor base and develop domestic equity and  -7bond markets.5 To the extent that these forces are at work, they should contribute to stronger productivity growth and higher living standards throughout the economy.
1. I am delighted to join you this morning at the official opening of the Fides, Katutura Branch and the launch of the Dream Saver. I would like to start my remarks with a quote from Clen Sunter, author of books and a renowned business personality. He said: “Poor people are poor because they are denied the opportunity to make money for themselves”. 2.