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Develop and implement a comprehensive, evidence-based national MSME development strategy.
The SARS outbreak in 2003 provides insights on how we can mitigate the health and economic impact of COVID-19.
Addressing weaknesses in procurement, contract and asset management, and financial management ensures better project management and implementation.
Green-gray infrastructure helps confront rising seas for a more resilient future for Fijian communities.
Implement supportive policies, encourage merchant adoption, and integrate digital payments into public services.
A phased investment plan strengthens infrastructure, integrates digital tools, and builds technical capacity.
Governments should provide policy and financial support to industries that shift to remote or noncontact transactions to cope with COVID-19.
Promoting national digital ID systems, interoperable systems, and cloud-based infrastructures can make digital financial services more efficient.
Crowdsourcing can be an effective way to address pain points that limit MSMEs from getting financing.
The 2024 ProFIT Survey highlights the need to simplify business registration, expand SME financing, and align skills training with market demand.