The study has explored among other things the current preparedness for a Monetary Union, institutional frameworks and structure for an EAMU, design of a protocol on the EAMU to be negotiated by partner states, and proposals for monitoring and enforcing macroeconomic convergence in the region.   Ladies and Gentlemen, all these integration endeavours will create employment opportunities.
I will emphasize on employment opportunities because it is a dynamic concept that focuses on gainful employment and space to utilize your own relative comparative advantage. It is upon you to position yourselves to take advantage of these new opportunities.