It is our Seychellois businesses, our Seychellois workers who will define the Seychelles that we will see in 2020

All the things we have accomplished together, all the victories we aspire to achieve, began with a vision. Our conviction, confidence and determination made it possible to turn the vision into reality. It is with a clear vision that we are able to bring real benefits to our people.
Today, I would like to share with you my vision for Seychelles in 2020. Next month we will have an exposition which will show all that we can accomplish if we continue to work hard, and work together for the good of our country.
The vision rests on a fundamental principle – a better life and the wellbeing of all
Seychellois. And for us to have this better life we have to create more opportunities for our people. Every Seychellois has a share in it. Every Seychellois has to take his or her responsibility. Every Seychellois will be able to see the result of his or her work.
There was a time when, in order to overcome barriers to the development of our people, we needed large foreign investments to create growth and economic space. We depended on big hotels of renowned brands to build a name for Seychelles in tourism, for example. We shall always need investments for job creation, growth, for opportunities in tourism and other sectors that flow from these investments.
But, more than ever, it is our Seychellois businesses, our Seychellois workers who will define the Seychelles that we will see in 2020.