Economist Kent Vital highlights calls for Dominica to implement a solid Diaspora Policy and Strategy

Economist, Kent Vital, says there is need for a solid Diaspora policy and strategy here. Vital, who currently works with the Caribbean Development Bank, says the Diaspora continues to play a very important role in Dominica, and it is important to see them as an integral part of the local economy. He says increased efforts must be made to embrace the Diaspora, in order to create a better Dominica.
 
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Meanwhile, as the effects of extreme weather changes become more apparent, Vital says Dominica’s response to disaster risks due to climate change, needs to be improved. He emphasizes building wiser and stronger & paying particular attention to housing locations.Vidal says he is confident that engineering and environmental experts would be able to assist in structuring a viable response plan.
 
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