In responding to the effects of the global financial crisis, the economies of the Caribbean region are experiencing many challenges as a result of the external shocks. In order to achieve sustained economic growth, robust strategies will be required to foster private sector development, increase competitiveness and attract investment. New partnerships and close co-ordination between business and governments can help underpin these strategies.

Governments have to play an increasingly active role in this process by (1) supporting innovative mechanisms to attract investment and improve infrastructure; (2) fostering a business climate that encourages and rewards entrepreneurship; and (3) offering transparent laws and regulations that facilitate business development, access to finance and a stable macroeconomic environment. On the other hand, the private sector needs to strengthen inter-firm collaboration, reduce costs while maintaining employment, and lay the ground for strategies of diversification, innovation and value added exports in the medium term. 

The Caribbean Investment Forum 2011 will focus on these key themes as well as taking a sectoral approach to identify new opportunities and strategies in key sectors. For all businesses interested in developing new relationships to meet these challenges, this will be a “can’t miss” event. 

The Forum will provide a unique opportunity for business and government to:

• Learn from more than 100 speakers and panellists including Heads of Government, Ministers of Finance, Trade and Development, Chairmen and Chief Executives of business and other industry leaders 
• Meet and discuss trade, investment and partnership opportunities
• Learn about new business and investment prospects

If you are a CBC Member please contact vasundhara.puri@cbcglobal.org to register.