Are emerging economies able to get back onto that path, given the challenges presented by the current global environment? The short answer to this must be ‘yes’, but we need to recognise that doing so will not be easy. Certainly, the headwinds to constructive policymaking have increased and global conditions are far from benign.
Amongst his ministerial portfolio, Honourable Koya is also responsible for micro, small and medium enterprise development. We know that he has taken an extremely keen interest in this role and we wish him the very best as we all try to grow our MSME sector. Minister, we are delighted that you could join us tonight.