It seems clear that if a country has available some under-utilised labour, large amounts of capital and an ability to adopt the latest technology, perhaps through being open to foreign direct investment, it is possible to grow very quickly indeed during a ‘catch-up’ phase.
The timing is appropriate, the market is ready for you, the institutional arrangements are in place and all we need are viable projects and your decision to use the market place for your financial needs. The workshop’s theme – “Capital Markets – Growing Your Company” – is very relevant at this point in time as we all work together to grow the Fiji economy.