From Growth to Transformation, Reflecting on Our Economic Journey at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week

From Growth to Transformation, Reflecting on Our Economic Journey at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week

Today, in Abu Dhabi, I shared how in 1986, only coffee from the 3Cs and tobacco from the 3Ts were thriving. Since then, we've undergone 5 phases of growth: Reviving parts of the 3Cs & 3Ts; Expanding: more coffee, tea, tourism, etc. Diversifying the economy with fruits, fish, dairy, beef, and more; Adding value to raw materials like textiles and sugar; Entering the knowledge economy with products like automobiles and vaccines But to achieve this, we needed peace, infrastructure, and a skilled, healthy population. We've invested in electricity, roads, schools, and health centers. As a result, our economy has grown from $4bn in 1986 to $55bn (forex) or $168.5bn (PPP) today. Read more in my full speech: yowerikmuseveni.com/abu-dhabi-sust

From Growth to Transformation, Reflecting on Our Economic Journey at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week

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