Good afternoon Rotarians, ladies and gentlemen, First allow me to thank Rotary Club of Curaçao for the invitation to give a presentation today on a very important topic, “Achieving a higher and more inclusive growth path for Curaçao”. For some years already, the economic performance of Curaçao has been disappointing.
It is therefore necessary that we change this negative trend and realize a higher pace of growth. Today I would like to discuss with you some challenges that may pose a downside risk to our growth prospects. Furthermore, I will provide some policy recommendations to achieve a higher and more inclusive growth path. Let me emphasize in this context that inclusiveness is crucial.