In this environment, it is important that inflation expectations remain contained and that interest rates return to a more neutral level. Structural changes and the economic cycle cause potential growth to fluctuate Growth in potential output fluctuates over the medium term as the availability of factors of production is influenced by the state of the economy.
The Honourable Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Rre Matambo, and your Honourable Cabinet Colleagues, the Honourable Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly, Members of the Diplomatic Corps, Chief Executive Officers of banks and other financial institutions, Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen – your presence too is acknowledged.