Charlestown, Nevis
September 13, 2007
Financial Secretary in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) Mr. Laurie Lawrence, said it was of vital importance that the private sector to become the engine of growth in Nevis’ economy. It would ensure long term sustainability since government induced growth resulted in high debt levels and insufficient utilisation of capital and other resources.
Mr. Lawrence made the comment during the Ministry of Finance-hosted Consultation on the Economy at the Four Seasons Resort on Tuesday 12, September, 2007. The event brought together representatives from various sectors on Nevis which included the private and public sector, service providers, hoteliers, contractors, small business, youth organisations and Christian organisations.
“We are the movers and shakers who can make a difference to the social and economic well being of Nevis”¦ Let us put country above self and focus our minds on generating ideas for the advancement of present and future generations of Nevisians.
“Life is a constant battle that we have to fight in an effort to remain competitive in a very dynamic and challenging global environment. There is no easy road to success. However with our collective efforts, we may lose some battles but ultimately we will win the war in the fight against poverty and in our effort to bring prosperity to our people