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HH sets economic tone
President Hakainde Hichilema says the Government will focus on building a diversified and resilient economy over the next five years to create jobs, expand business opportunities and address the cost of living under the Grow Zambia Agenda.
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President Hakainde Hichilema says the Government will over the next five years build a strong, diversified and resilient economy to create decent jobs and business opportunities for the people.
This will also address the cost of living by expanding opportunities and benefits for every citizen.
The Head of State said his administration laid a strong foundation for the country’s transformation during his first term, with numerous challenges successfully navigated.
President Hichilema said this when he officially opened the first session of the 14th National Assembly in Lusaka yesterday.
The President themed his inaugural address to the House following his re-election as “Grow Zambia: an agenda for inclusive growth and opportunity for every Zambian”.
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“Today, progress is visible: the economy has stabilised, order has been restored, confidence in our governance institutions has been renewed and our international standing in the community of nations has improved tremendously. We acknowledge that there is still more work to be done and it shall continue to be done,” the President said.
Mr Hichilema said the path ahead was one of hope, responsibility and shared purpose and that as he embarked on his second term in office, he did so at a time of many challenges but also great opportunity.
“Together, we can now write the next chapter of Zambia’s development story – to realise inclusive growth and opportunity for every Zambian. Madam Speaker; we are determined to translate economic stability into tangible benefits for our people through the Grow Zambia Agenda,” President Hichilema said.
He said initial annual production targets…
Source: Times of Zambia — Read more
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