Speech by Minister of Research, Science and Technology; Associate Minister of Economic Development, at launch of 'Connecting across the economy'
"The Economic Development Agencies are an important part of New Zealand's support for innovation and economic growth. This publication, "Connecting Across the Economy", that we are launching today is an excellent summary of how New Zealand is working together to help our companies compete in the global marketplace.
Telling these stories is vital if we are to improve our economic performance. The public needs to know just how outstanding many of our businesses are. Businesses themselves need to get a better understanding of the support that is available to help them grow. This publication will give new insights into the tools that businesses can use.As you know, this Government is committed to growing our economy. We see this as the essential first step towards building the sort of nation that we want for ourselves and our children.
Economic growth is easy to talk about. It is harder to achieve.
Today I want to highlight three of the major strategies that this Government is implementing to suit the actions to the words".