  Dialogue and partnerships between the stakeholders is essential (public sector, private sector and civil society).   Investments in physical infrastructure and business services and the implementation capacity of policy makers, administrators and support structures determine success.
  Enhancing women’s ability to participate in SME development should be taken into account at every stage, as women account for an important share of private sector activity and contribute most to poverty reduction. (b)  Modernization and diversification: risk mitigation  13.