Apart from the sugar industry, there is an urgent need to fast track other public sector reforms to ensure long-term macroeconomic stability. e.  The good news is that a stronger rebound in our domestic economy is envisaged for this year with growth expected across most sectors except for the construction sector.
The current performance of most sectors to date have been mixed, with positive performances reflected in the tourism and related industries although other sectors remained weak. The economy is expected to grow by 2.7 percent in 2011, however, this figure is currently under review. The new figure is expected to be announced during the 2012 Budget Address.