Business View Caribbean - November 2024

INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT SET TO TRANSFORM DOMINICA HOLISTICALLY Source: https://thecaribbeannewsnow.com/, Caribbean New Editor, First Publichsed Nov 09th, 2024 Fidel Grant, Parliamentary Representative for the Wesley Constituency, has emphasized the holistic, transformative potential of Dominica’s International Airport project. During the official ground-breaking ceremony, Grant underlined that the airport would spur agricultural growth and change the region from a rural area to a commercial hub. “The government can now boast that the community of Wesley is home to the long-awaited, most talkedabout International Airport,” said Grant Grant reassured constituents about the airport’s benefits, adding,“Some of you have asked me whether the airport’s presence in Wesley will assist Wesley. My response is yes. Indeed, the airport will provide opportunities for future generations.This international airport will transform our rural areas into an economic powerhouse. However, he advised the people to prepare, declaring, “We must begin to put our affairs in order.” We are making it feasible for the most revolutionary endeavour, which will create chances beyond our wildest dreams.” Grant urged farmers to boost their crops, including plantains, green bananas, avocados, soursop, cocoa, and coffee. He encouraged National Employment Program interns, adding,“This airport has the potential to change your lives for the better.” He also encouraged farmers to begin cultivating Opening Lines 7 BUSINESS VIEW CARIBBEAN VOLUME 11, ISSUE 11

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