day 2 session 1 country summaries

BELIZECGF Chapter

CGF Focal Point: Economic Development Council of

Belize

Caribbean Growth Forum Regional WorkshopJune 24-25, 2013 Nassau, The Bahamas

The Process

• Launched on June 5, 2013• 180+ participated (57% Private Sector; 24% Public Sector; 19% Civil Society)

• Thematic areas: • Investment Climate• Skills and Productivity• Logistics and Connectivity

• Each Working Group has met three times to date and all continue to meet

• 4 Proposals from each group have emerged as priorities• All proposals have a regional dimension• Aligned with the Competitiveness Conference• Yesterday’s regional exchange validated the action plans feasibility

and reform sequencing

Top Priorities for CGF Stakeholders

Logistics and Connectivity

Priority Focal Point Cost Existing donor support (if any)

Removal of Transit Tax (1.5%) BCCI/EDC Not yet identified

Not yet identified

Quality Management systems and automation in Customs and Border administration

MOF/CustomsNot yet identified

Not yet identified

Transparency and simplification of procedures and tariffs

MOF/Customs Not yet identified

Not yet identified

Timely maintenance of road network

MOW Not yet identified

Not yet identified


Logistics and Connectivity (continued)


Legal and technical framework and policy

BCCI/EDC Not yet identified

Not yet identified

Reduce cost of broadband MOF/BCCI Not yet identified

Not yet identified

Establishment of weighing stations MOF Not yet identified

Not yet identified

Autonomous Regulator for Telecoms AG/MOF/BCCI Not yet identified

Not yet identified

Improve Public Transportation BCCI/EDC/MOT

Not yet identified

Not yet identified


Investment Climate


Finance and Fiscal Policy MOF/CBB/Private Sector/ BCCI

Not yet determined

IMF/IDB – tax studies

Enterprise Ecosystem MTICP/BCCI/BELTRAIDE

Not yet determined

Compete Caribbean

Information and Communication CBB/Private Sector

Not yet determined

Cost of doing Business MTICP/BCCI Not yet determined

Governance and Sustainability Private Sector Not yet determined


Skills and Productivity


Linkages Private Sector Not yet determined

Some available via GOB, UB, Private sector

Early Identification of skills needs MOE/MOL/BCCI

Not yet determined

Developing appropriate skills Private /Public/Civil Society

Not yet determined

Promoting Social Inclusion Private /Public/Civil Society

Not yet determined

Next Steps

• Announcement of the implementation phase: TBD

• Appointment of individual focal points responsible for implementation of each action

• First Accountability Workshop by: TBD

TRINIDAD AND TOBAGOCGF Chapter

CGF Focal Point: MINISTRY OF PLANNING AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT


The CGF Process• Fully aligned with National Development

Initiatives to create a new platform for growth

• Launched on May 8, 2013

• 250+ persons participated – public private mix

• Thematic Areas: Skills and Productivity, Logistics and Connectivity, Investment Climate

• Each Working Group met at least 5-6 times • Yesterday’s regional exchange validated

the action plans feasibility and reform sequencing

Economic Diversification and Transformation thrust towards knowledge based, innovation driven economy

– Medium Term Policy Framework 2011-2014 “Innovation for Lasting Prosperity”

– 20th July, 2012. Diversification Conference – 7 Business Clusters identified: • Energy• Food Sustainability • Culture and Creative Industries• Maritime Industries • Tourism• Financial Services • ICT

- Committee of National Stakeholders established

- Business Cluster Teams established to develop strategic plans

DialogueRecommendations &

Strategic Plans Implementation Accountability

Top Priorities for CGF StakeholdersLogistics and Connectivity – Maritime Sector and ICT

Priority Focal Point Cost USDm

Existing donor support (if any)

Develop/Upgrade Maritime Infrastructure Ministry of Transport 25.4

Strengthen the governance structure and the legal and policy framework for the Maritime Industry

Ministries of Transport & Trade, Industry and Investment

0.3

Improve the efficiency of port operations through restructuring/privatisation

Ministry of Planning and Sustainable Development

0.2 IDB (part funding)

Migrate e-commerce environment to full-fledged electronic marketplace

Ministries of the AG and S&T -

Provide universal access to high speed broadband service

Ministries of Transport & Trade, Industry and Investment

-

Top Priorities for CGF StakeholdersInvestment Climate: General, Tourism, Finance, EnergyPriority Focal Point Cost Existing donor

support (if any)Ensure continuity of Government policies and programmes

Ministry of Finance and the Econ. OPM

Build broad, long term consensus on key priorities for sustainable development which would inform annual budget

Ministries of Planning and SD and Finance and the Econ

IDB, EU

Improve work ethic and productivity of the workforce

Ministry of Public Admin.

Improve the ease of doing business – approvals for construction projects

Ministry of Planning and SD

Improve the efficiency of general port operations

Ministry of Transport

Strengthen enforcement of contractual arrangements

Ministry of Justice

Reduce crime and violence Ministry of National Security

Top Priorities for CGF StakeholdersSkills and Productivity: Food Sustainability and Culture and the Creative IndustriesPriority Focal Point Cost Existing donor

support (if any)Enhance R&D and training for research scientists and in applied sciences

Ministry of Food Production & UWI

Develop human resource capacity and capability

Ministry of Food Production & UWI

Improve land use and water resources management

Ministries of Food Prod, Planning and SD, Environment and WR

Build sustainable productive capacity along the food and agri. value chain

Ministry of Food Production

Improve management of fisheries resources and support aquaculture and trade in fish and fish products

Ministry of Food Production/SeaFood Industry Dev. Company

Introduce finance and risk mitigation measures

Ministry of Food Production


Skills and Productivity: Food Sustainability, Culture and the Creative IndustriesPriority Focal Point Cost Existing donor

support (if any)Build human resources through training interventions and skills enhancement

Ministries of Tertiary Education & Culture

Stimulate innovation and entrepreneurship by strengthening the policy and legal framework and introducing incentive schemes

Ministries of Planning and SD, AG, Finance and the Econ.

Support local production and higher levels of local content

Ministries of Trade, Industry and Inv. and Culture

Provide support for marketing and distribution

Ministries of Trade, Industry and Inv. and Culture

Next Steps

• Appointment of individual focal points responsible for implementation of each action: July 30th 2013

• Announcement of the implementation phase: Early August 2013

• First Accountability Workshop by: Early December 2013

DialogueRecommendations &

Strategic Plans Implementation Accountability

JAMAICACGF Chapter

CGF Focal Point: Collin Bullock, Planning Institute

of Jamaica (PIOJ)

Caribbean Growth Forum Regional WorkshopJune 24-25, 2013: Nassau, The Bahamas

The Process• Launched on May 2, 2013• Over 200 contributed (14% Private Sector; 46% Public Sector;

18% Civil Society; 22% International)• Each Working Group met for 5-6 times weekly since the

launch• 18 Proposals have emerged as priorities• 5 Proposals have a regional dimension• Aligned with Vision 2030 Jamaica, Medium Term Framework

and Government Growth Strategy• Yesterday’s regional exchange validated the action plans

feasibility and reform sequencing

Top Priorities for CGF StakeholdersLogistics and Connectivity


Complete Logistics Hub Master Plan MIIC, MTWH, MAJ, PIOJ, PAJ

US$0.5-2M (depending on TOR)

US$165,000 for Strategic Framework Study (IDB)

Establish the Port Community System MTWH, PAJ, Customs

US$0.7M (consultancy)

Undertake development of the Caymanas Economic Zone – Phase 1

MIIC, UDC, FCJ US$40-60M

Complete the privatisation of the Kingston Container Terminal (KCT)

MTWH, DBJ, PAJ

US$3.33M

Implement GovNet MSTEM US$298,000 US$238,000(IDB)

Top Priorities for CGF StakeholdersInvestment Climate


Simplify tax procedures and payments including amalgamation of payroll taxes

MoFP, TAJ N/A IDB, USAID, DFID/CIDAWorld Bank

Expand electronic filing and payment systems for all corporate, value added and labour related taxes

MoFP, TAJ N/A IDB, USAID, DFID/CIDAWorld Bank

Roll out AMANDA tracking system for development planning applications to all Parish Councils and other key agencies

MOWLECC, NEPA, Local Authorities

N/A IDB, USAID,EU

Expand credit facilities for MSMEs – DBJ Fund

MoFP, DBJ, MIIC

US$20M CDB, IDB, World Bank

Complete Secured Obligations legislation and establish Central Collateral Registry

MIIC, MoFP US$400,000(IDB)

Top Priorities for CGF StakeholdersSkills and Productivity


Approve draft TVET policy to guide implementation of CBET in integrated education and training system

MOE, HEART Trust/NTA, MLSS

N/A

Review /Update the Apprenticeship Act (1954) to be more relevant to present-day workforce development

MOE, MLSS N/A

Undertake study of labour force supply and demand to determine requirements for targeted priority industries

MOE, HEART Trust/NTA, MLSS, PIOJ

N/A

Expand the “Be Productive and Prosper” campaign in secondary and post-secondary institutions

JPC, MLSS US$0.08M (projected)

Next Steps

• Announcement of the implementation phase: September 2013


• First Accountability Workshop/Forum by: December 2013

CGF Focal Point: Competitiveness Unit Suriname


SURINAMECGF Chapter

The Start

• Competitiveness Unit Suriname launched June 2012• First National Competitiveness Forum Suriname held on

February 7 –8, 2013; opened by the Vice President of the Republic of Suriname, H.E. Robert L. Ameerali

• 450+ persons participated • 4 working tables and panels; 49 national and

international speakers and presenters• Final report with Recommendations• Working groups established at Forum as concrete first

implementing step

The Process

• Launched on March 11, 2013• 4 working groups: Access to Finance, Education and

Innovation, Public Private Partnerships and Decentralization of Economic Development

• 107 pp contributed (53% Public Sector, 47% Private Sector & Civil Society)

• Each Working Group met for 5 times, (once weekly)• 54 priorities have been identified • Yesterday’s regional exchange validated the action

plans feasibility and reform sequencing

Top Priorities for CGF StakeholdersInvestment Climate: Access to Finance


Training for SMEs Competitiveness Unit Suriname

TBD

Revise Accountancy Act to improve financial reporting, accountabilityTrain more accountants

Ministry of Finance & SUVA

SUVA

TBD/ TA needUS$135,000

IDB

Train bankers to lend to SMEs Bankers Association

Unknown

Establish a credit bureau Central Bank TBD

Set up moveable collateral registry Central Bank TBD

Set up moveable collateral registry Ministry of Finance

SRD 15 min

Top Priorities for CGF StakeholdersInvestment Climate: Public Private Partnerships

Priority Focal Point Cost Existing donor support

Develop and execute a PPP awareness campaign in Suriname

Competitiveness Unit Suriname

TBD

Carry out a needs analysis: identify potential PPP inventory of projects

Competitiveness Unit Suriname

US$103,200

Establish a PPP policy framework, improve the procurement laws and PPP legislation for services under PPPs

Cabinet Vice President, Ministry Finance

TBD

Establish a PPP Unit within Government

Cabinet of Vice President

US$510,000 (for 3 years)

Top Priorities for CGF StakeholdersSkills and Productivity: Education


Expand program for increasing STEM graduates in Suriname

Ministry of Education

TBD

Carry out labor market study to identify job market needs and trends

Ministry of Labor & CUS

To be determined

IDB

Establish international accreditation standards for TVET institutions


US$250,000

Establish Labor Market Information System (LMIS) for continual use

Ministries of Education and Labor

To be determined

Top Priorities for CGF StakeholdersLogistics and Connectivity: Decentralization of Economic Development


Finalize technical Decentralization Process of the districts (approval of legislation)

Cabinet of the VicepresidentNational Assembly DLGP PMU

•15.3 mln USD

•IDB (Phase1)

Resource assessment on district level • 5 mln USD

none

Develop/ implement a Local Economic Development program for the districts

Ministry of Regional Development/CUS DLGP

35 mln USD

none

Establish 10 Regional Administrative Development Centers (Growth centers)

Ministry of Regional Development

30 mln USD

none

Next Steps• Continue: stakeholder involvement, alignment,

endorsement, writing of ToR's, project proposals, programs• Secure finance for TA and implementation• Establish mechanisms for Implementation, M&E and

Reporting • Appointment of focal points for implementation of each

action: Dec 13 • Announcement of implementation phase: Jan 14• Execution of projects/programs Jan 14-Dec 15• First Accountability Workshop by: Dec 14

THE BAHAMASCGF Chapter

CGF Focal Point: Khaalis Rolle, Minister of State for

Investments in the Office of the Prime Minister


The Process

• Launched on April 4, 2013• 125+ contributed (70% Private Sector; 15% Public

Sector, 15% Civil Society)• Each Working Group met for 5-6 times• 17 Proposals have emerged as priorities• 4 Proposals have a regional dimension• Yesterday’s regional exchange validated the action


Top Priorities for CGF StakeholdersLogistics and ConnectivityPriority Focal Point Cost Existing donor

support (if any)

Import Procurement Policy Review Agriculture & DEHS

$50k

Establishment of Public/Private Sector Competition & Quality Teams

OPM$120k

Mail Boat Quality Control Policy Min. of Transport

$75k

Mandatory Phytosanitary & HACCP Systems

DEHS$100k

E-Commerce Legislation Ministry of Finance

$1M

Top Priorities for CGF StakeholdersInvestment ClimatePriority Focal Point Cost Existing donor

support (if any)Govt. Agencies – Inconsistent practicesFamily Islands – Right-sizing Projects

$60K

Environmental ProtectionWork Permit System Department of

Immigration$350-500K

Online Skills Database $120KLand Use & Ownership Land Registration

System$3-5M

Investment Climate


Revision of National Economic Policy

-Nil-

Creation of National Economic Development Plan

TBD

Access to Capital & Financing Exchange Control TBD

Cost of Doing Business Govt. Agencies – service issues

See Project Development

Use of alternative sources Utilities TBD



Priority Focal Point Cost Existing donor support

Leadership Skill Development/Training and training needs

$ 1.2 M

Implement National Service Corp $ 6 M

Education and Counseling (standards, certificates)

$ 5 M

Immigration Reform $1.5M

Family Planning $1 M

Supporting Small Business Development

$4M

Next Steps


• Appointment of individual focal points responsible for implementation of each action: TBD

• First Accountability Workshop by: TBD• CGF is informing the National Development

Strategy

DOMINICACGF Chapter

CGF Focal Point: Rosamund Edwards, Financial

Secretary


The Process

• Launched on March 17, 2013• 150+ contributed (X% Private Sector; X% Public Sector, X

% Civil Society)• Each Working Group met for 5-6 times weekly• 10 have national dimension• 2 priorities have regional dimension• The CGF is helping prioritizing actions within the

National Development Strategy• Yesterday’s regional exchange validated the action plans




Establish an OECS and/or Caricom Association of importers that would provide countervailing power to the Caribbean ship owners Association

DAIC, MOT 250,000

Improve the capacity of the local shipping fleet and local seafarers

Min. of Publ/energy, MOE

250,000

Improving the quality of vessels for Agricultural Exports

Public-Private 3,000,000

Improving the Processing Time of Passengers entering and leaving Dominica at the Ferry Terminal

DASPA,MOF 2,100,000



Provide Venture Capital concessionary financing and Technical Assistance, with transparent and flexible conditions to enable growth of private sector firms by 20% within 1 year

MOF, MOT, Export DA, Private Sector, IDA

3,150,000

Restructure tax and incentive regimes to create the enabling environment for private sector

MOF, Min. of Legal Affairs, IDA

150,000

Public-Private Sector collaboration to invest in viable business ventures in selected priority productive sectors

MOF, DA Business Forum

20,000

Establish legal and administrative framework for Intellectual Property (IP) to become leading Center in CARICOM

Min. of Legal Affairs, IP Office

75,000



Support Ministry of Education and Human Resource Development for the introduction of TVET/CVQ

MOE, TVET Council, Private Sector

5,590,000

Improve quality and drive productivity of employees within the private sector

DCA Business Forum, Trade Unions, TVET Council. Private sector, MOT, National Productivity Council (NPC)

592,000

Institutional Strengthening of Private Sector Organizations

MOT, MOF, DBOS, NPS, Private Sect.

525.000

Increase the employability of unemployed youth

Min. Of Communication, TVET, DSC, NTA

300,0000

Next Steps




BARBADOS

Public-Private Dialogue Focal Point: THE SOCIAL PARTNERSHIP OF BARBADOS

with focus on THE BARBADOS ACTION TEAM


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The Process

The Social Partnership •Chaired by Prime Minister•Launched in response to local economic challenges. It…

i) Makes policy recommendations ii) Meets quarterly iii) Establishes Protocols covering Economic Social & Development

issuesTo date 6 Protocols drafted and implemented by Social Partners

The Sub-Committee of the Social Partnership•Chaired by Minister of Labour

i) Ensures adherence to the terms and conditions of the Protocolsii) Aims to deepen and widen the Social Partnershipiii) Meets monthly

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The Barbados Action Team

The Barbados Action Team (BAT) was established within the Social Partnership by the Chairman, The Prime Minister, February 2012. The Social Partners are duty-bound to confront and provide leadership in crafting solutions to national problems.

The BAT consists of three Working Groups (WGs) each comprising 6 members and representing the Social Partners. The Prime Minister Chairs the BAT while each WG has a Chairman and a Co Chair

• Efficiency Working Group (EWG)• Growth Working Group (GWG)• Social Safety Net Working Group (SSNWG)

How does BAT work? • Develop short and mid term phases of solutions for realising opportunities

with the highest priorities• Mobilise groups and resources to execute identified actions • Guide and monitor the execution of the action plans• Measure the achievement of the objectives in the action plans

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Top Priorities for Efficiency Working Group

Priority Focal PointPassenger facilitation at Grantley Adams International Airport (GAIA)

Faster and more friendly processing of arrivals to improve tourism product

Applications to the Town and Country Development Planning Office (TCDPO)

Faster and more efficient processing of applications to improve investment

Payments to and from Government Improving cash flow/revenue Survival of businesses

Transactions by the Corporate Affairs and Intellectual Property Office (CAIPO)

Improved business facilitation and competitiveness

The drafting of legislation Improve the legislative environment to facilitate the achievement of government policy

Export food and agricultural products to the EU and EU registered vessels

Shorten implementation time for meat and fish exports to the EU

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Top Priorities for Growth Working Group

Priority Focal Point

International Business Building and maintaining Competitiveness

Construction Generate economic growth in the short term: renewal of infrastructure

Tourism Stimulate visitor traffic and improve visitor spend

Agriculture Reducing praedial larceny which is a deterrent to investment

Energy Developing renewable energy to address rising energy costs and reduce foreign exchange usage

Youth World of Work Internship Program (WOW)

49

Top Priorities for Social Safety Net Working Group

Priority Focal Point

Welfare DepartmentEfficiency of welfare payments to the socially disadvantaged

Housing Neighbourhood Upgrade Programme (HNUP)

Speedier implementation of programs involving unencumbered sites

Housing for the ElderlyProtection of and improving care for vulnerable elderly persons

VagrancyUnderstanding and tackling the causes

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Next Steps

• Further strengthening of the Social Partnership and the work of the Sub-Committee

• Continue the consultation process-BAT• Closer collaboration between GWG and EWG • Focus on implementation of actions identified• Publish and promote the work of BAT• The tripartite model has served the country well thus far. It is

our expectation that this model will continue and be strengthened in this period of protracted recession and global economic challenges.

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SAINT KITTS and NEVISCGF Chapter

CGF Focal Point: Mr. Calvin Edwards

Deputy Financial Secretary


The Process

• Launched on February 26, 2013• 150+ contributed (40 Private Sector; 40% Public

Sector, 20% Civil Society)• Each Working Group met once per week over 8

weeks period• 11 Proposals have emerged as priorities• 1 Proposal has a regional dimension• Yesterday’s regional exchange validated the action





Improve Operational Efficiency at Air and Sea Ports for Trade

Min. of Finance/ Customs Dept.

US$106K

Harness the Power of ICT through e-Government initiatives

Dept Of I.T/Min of Fin

>U$12.6K

Foster the Development of Intra-regional Trade

Min. of Trade >U$271K


Investment Climate


Establishment of an ICT Commission Dept. of Technology

Improve Property Registration Min. of Legal Affairs & Justice

Off-Shore Education Policy Min. of Education

Establish an Energy Commission Federal Cabinet




Resolving Issues related to Skills Gap Statistics Dept.

TBD

Modernization of the curriculum in Schools

Min. of Education

TBD

Benchmarking for service sector Labour Dept. TBD

Develop a Tri-Partite arrangement Establish a National Productivity Council

Labour Dept. TBD

Next Steps




SAINT LUCIACGF Chapter

CGF Focal Point:

Reginald DariusPermanent Secretary, Ministry of Finance, Economic Affairs,

Planning and Social Security


The Process• Launched on January 22, 2013

• Over 161 participation (36% Private Sector; 53% Public Sector, 11% Civil Society)

• Each Working Group met for a period of 6 weeks

• Proposals with National Priorities and Regional Dimension:• Logistic and Connectivity – 3 National & 1 Regional• Investment Climate – 3 National/Regional• Skills and Productivity – 4 National & 3 Regional

• Yesterday’s regional exchange validated the action plans feasibility and reform sequencing


Logistics and ConnectivityPriority Focal Point Cost Existing donor

support (if any)

Enhance ICT and Telecommunications development through; (1) the creation of hotspots nationwide and (2) a National Marine Telecommunication Network

Dept. Public Sector Modernization/Association of Professional Engineers

US $ 200,000 Local Telecoms

Enhance trade facilitation through legislation and administrative reforms to improve Doing Business Ranking

Customs Dep’t/ SLASPA

US $ 2.0 million

IFC ( part)

Improve connectivity through the enhancement of national transportation networks

Ministry of Infrastructure Port Services and Transport/ Ministry of Finance and Planning

US $ 2.47 million

None

Top Priorities for CGF StakeholdersINVESTMENT CLIMATEPriority Focal Point Cost Existing donor

support (if any)

Enhance the legislative/judicial framework by facilitating efficient enforcement of contracts and enforcing appropriate intellectual property rights legislation

Ministry of Legal Affairs

US$0.3million

Part: IDB

Develop appropriate frameworks to encourage and facilitate Public-Private Partnership arrangements

Ministry of Finance/Ministry of Infrastructure

US$0.5million

Establishment of a “One-stop shop” for investment to include an internet portal, administrative and legislative reforms (fiscal incentives, investment facilitation)

Ministry of Commerce/Invest Saint Lucia

US$0.5million


SKILLS AND PRODUCTIVITYPriority Focal Point Cost Existing donor

support (if any)

Establishment of the NCPC, charged with benchmarking and designing evidence-based policies to improve productivity in the private and public sector.

Ministry of Finance/National Competitiveness and Productivity Council

US$1.5 million

• IDB• Other Funds

needed

Foster a national customer-focused work environment, through the delivery of specialized training in the key areas of customer service, sales and soft skills.

National Competitiveness and Productivity Council

US$1.5million

Expand the technical capacity of the workforce to improve labour mobility through appropriate training and certification – CVQs, PLAR


US$1.5 million

Review education policy to align with current labour market needs


US$0.1 million

Next Steps

• Announcement of the implementation phaseAugust 2013

• Appointment of individual focal points for implementation

• First Accountability Workshop January 2014

SAINT VINCENT AND THE GRENADINESCGF Chapter

CGF Focal Point: Laura Browne, Ministry of Finance

and Economic Planning


The Process

• Launched on January 17, 2013• 120 persons attended the launch and 66 persons

contributed (35% Private Sector; 53% Public Sector, 4.5% Civil Society, 4.5% regional institution, 3% International Institution)

• Each Working Group met 1-2 times weekly• 12 Proposals have emerged as priorities• 4 Proposals have a regional dimension• CGF is feeding in the National Development Strategy• Yesterday’s regional exchange validated the action plans


Top Priorities for CGF StakeholdersLogistics and ConnectivityPriority Focal Point Cost Existing donor

support (if any)

Development of ICT in SVG Ministry of Telecommunication

USD $6,000,000

World Bank

Facilitation of Movement of Goods and People

Awaiting Cabinet’s approval

TBD None

Enhancement of Trade Facilitation


TBD None


support (if any)

Access to Information Awaiting Cabinet’s approval

None

Access to Finance Awaiting Cabinet’s approval

None

Implementation of the Small Business Development


None

Review and Revise current system of incentives


None

Implementation of ASYCUDA World Customs & Excise Department

€99,983 EU




To enhance entrepreneurship and productivity through education


USD$5,000,000

CDB

Enhancing the profile of Agriculture for growth and employment

Ministry of Agriculture

€9,930,000 EU

To stimulate micro, small and medium term business development through financial access and support


None

To Improve market access and competitiveness of value-added initiatives


None

Next Steps

• Announcement of the implementation phase: End of July 2013

• Appointment of individual focal points responsible for implementation of each action: Mid August, 2013

• First Accountability Workshop by: Mid September, 2013

GRENADACGF Chapter

CGF Focal Point: Mr. Timothy Antoine, Permanent

Secretary, Ministry of Finance


The Process

• Launched on December 11, 2012• 150+ contributed (60% Public Sector, 25% Civil

Society 15%, Private Sector)• Each Working Group met at least 6 times• 8 Proposals with several dimensions have emerged as

priorities• A number of the proposals have a regional dimension• Yesterday’s regional exchange validated the action



Logistics and ConnectivityPriority Focal Point Cost Existing donor

support (if any)

Development of ICT (Establish Broadband backbone Network, E-Government Services)

Ministry of ICT US$10M World Bank Loan

Improve Air and Maritime Transport Ministries of Tourism and Finance

US$5M Public Private Partnership

Strengthening of the national agricultural produce supply chain to reduce trade imbalance, and value chain logistics to increase competitiveness

Ministry of Economic Development

To be determined None


support (if any)

Reduce energy Cost by investments in renewable energy technology such as tidal, Geothermal and Solar PV and explore grid interconnectivity with neighboring countries

Energy Division at Ministry of Finance and Energy

US$140M (investments in renewable energy)

Feasibility Study on grid interconnectivity by World Bank.

Revise Investment Promotion Act 2009 to address sector and international treaty obligation deficiencies.

Ministry of Finance

US$10,000 GoG

Enact a Small Business Development Act. Ministry of Finance

US$25,000 None

Increase production and exports and strengthen the capacity and resources of the Marketing & National Importing Board (MNIB) to focus more on the export of local produce and the development of exports.

Ministries of Finance and Agriculture

To be determined MNIB/GoG


Skills and ProductivityPriority Focal Point Cost Existing donor

support (if any)

The provision of the highest standard of health care throughout the State through an improved public health system and health care facilities and the establishment of an National Health Insurance Scheme

Ministries of Health and Finance

NHIS – US$100,000

None

To develop ICT capacity that will maximize the use of technology for communication and adoption of relevant software to meet Grenada’s developmental needs and enhance competitiveness. In this regard, emphasis would be placed in the use of hardware and software to maximize productivity in both the private and public sectors

Ministry of ICT

To be determined

To be identified


Skills and Productivity cont’dPriority Focal Point Cost Existing donor

support (if any)

ENERGY: To develop and implement a sustainable energy development plan to deliver access to affordable and reliable energy. In this regard, special focus will be given to the enhancement of energy efficiency through the reduction of waste in the national grid

Energy Division US$100,000 None

EDUCATION: The development of an efficient education system that provides for uninhibited access, quality education that will produce a well-educated workforce


US$50,000 None

Next Steps

• Announcement of the implementation phase: December 2013


• First Accountability Workshop by: March 2014

ANTIGUA AND BARBUDACGF Chapter

CGF Focal Point: Denise Knight, Ministry of Finance


The Process

• Launched on November 19, 2012• 120+ contributed (30% Private Sector; 55% Public

Sector, 15% Civil Society)• Each Working Group met for 5-6 times on a

weekly basis, over an eight week period• Twelve (12) Proposals have emerged as priorities• One (1) Proposal has a regional dimension• Yesterday’s regional exchange validated the action





1. Assess the feasibility of a reliable and cost effective ferry service among countries in the OECS sub-region.

Office of the Prime Minister

US$100,000

2. Implement modernized legislation with respect to Maritime, Trade & Shipping, Yachting and Cruise to facilitate growth and expansion of the industries.

Antigua Department of Marine Services,Ministry of Legal Affairs

US$150,000

3. Improve the physical infrastructure, IT capacity and operational efficiencies of the Antigua Port Authority (APA).

APA; Ministry of Public Works

US$15,000,000


Investment Climate


4. Create a one-stop agency for investment climate facilitation and promotion

Ministry of Finance: ABIA

US$1,095,000

5. Improve the processes for starting a business Ministry of Legal: ABIPCO

US$250,000

6. Build a sustainable “offshore educational institution” industry

Ministry of Finance: ABIA

US$60,000

7. Develop a robust and sustainable agriculture and agro-processing industry

Ministry of Agriculture

US$395,000

8. Improve growth and sustainability in the tourism industry

Ministry of Tourism: ABTA

US$680,000




9. Promote skills development for employment and entrepreneurship

Ministry of Education; National Training Agency

US$200,000

10. Launch a Labour Market Assessment Survey Statistics Division; Labour Department

US$100,000 World Bank, ILO

11. Strengthen the collection, analysis and dissemination of official statistics.

Ministry of Legal Affairs, Statistics Division

US$200,000

12. Establish a National Productivity Council Labour Department

US$100,000

Next Steps

• Announcement of the implementation phase: July 17 2013


• First Accountability Workshop by: September 18 2013

DOMINICAN REPUBLICCGF Chapter

CGF Focal Point: Juan Reyes, Ministry of Economy

Planning and Development Caribbean Growth Forum Regional Workshop

June 24-25, 2013 Nassau, The Bahamas

The Process

• Launched on November 1, 2012• 150+ contributed (31% Private Sector; 39% Public Sector, 16%

Civil Society; 14% International Organizations)• Each Working Group met for 6-7 times.• 14 Proposals have emerged as priorities• CGF is aligned with the National Development Strategy 2030• Second Phase announced on May 21, 2013• Focal Points identified• Independent Civil Society Observatory for monitoring

implementation created• Yesterday’s regional exchange validated the action plans




Create and make known strategic information of the logistics chain.

Ministry of Economy, Planning and Development (MEPD) - National Competitiveness Council (NCC)

Strengthen institutionalization in matters of logistics and connectivity.

Ministry of Economy, Planning and Development (MEPD) - National Competitiveness Council (NCC)

Further planning of infrastructures linked to the process of import, export and tourism.

Ministry of Economy, Planning and Development (MEPD) – Ministry of Public Works and Communications (MPWC)

Generate further cultural and transport vinculation in the Caribbean.

Foreign Trade Department of the Ministry of Industry and Commerce (FTD) –Export and Investment Center of the Dominican Republic (EIC-RD) - Department of Customs (DC)

Diminish informality and insecurity in negotiations with Haiti through a mutual benefit agreement.

Ministry of Industry and Commerce (MIC)– Export and Investment Center of the Dominican Republic (EIC-RD) – Department of Frontier Development (DFD)



Simplify nation-wide commerce and investment procedures.

Ministry of Industry and Commerce (MIC) - Ministry of Public Works and Communications (MPWC)

Reduce operation and production costs of local companies.

Ministry of Industry and Commerce (MIC) – National Intellectual Property Office (NIPO) -Ministry of Treasury (MT) – Ministry of Labor (ML)

Increase financing access of SMEs.

Ministry of Industry and Commerce (MIC) - General Procurator (GP)

Improve overall competitiveness and governability of the nation.

PRO-COMPETENCE - Ministry of Industry and Commerce (MIC) – Ministry of Treasury (MT)

Strengthen judicial security Ministry of Economy, Planning and Development (MEPD) - National Competitiveness Council (NCC) - Department of Customs (DC)



Build up a quality-based culture in the production of goods and services

Ministry of Industry and Commerce (MIC)

Promote the integration of the overall productive sector and encourage the concatenation of goods and services.

Ministry of Industry and Commerce (MIC) - Export and Investment Center of the Dominican Republic (EIC-RD)

Promote a business culture that involves learning, growing ICTs, adapting to markets, and innovation; which supports the transformation of national production and exporting.

Ministry of Industry and Commerce (MIC) - Foreign Trade Department of the Ministry of Industry and Commerce (FTD) -National Institute of Technical and Vocational Training (NITVT)

Adapt continued education programs and technical and vocational training to current market demand

National Institute of Technical and Vocational Training (NITVT)

Next Steps

• First Accountability Workshop by November 1, 2013

Reporting mechanism every 4 months

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day 2 session 1 country summaries

Economy & Finance

cgf process

key priorities

cgf stakeholdersenhance

public sector

regional dimension

accountability workshop

private sector

support local production